CBSE postponed Class 10 and Class 12 exams originally set for March 3, 2026, due to administrative reasons, rescheduling them to provide clarity amid the board’s 2026 timetable. This affects specific subjects only, with the rest of the schedule unchanged from February 17 onward.ndtv
Affected Subjects
Class 10 exams for niche languages and vocational papers shift to March 11, 2026, including Tibetan, German, National Cadet Corps (NCC), Bhoti, Bodo, Tangkhul, Japanese, Bhutia, Spanish, Kashmiri, Mizo, Bahasa Melayu, and Elements of Book Keeping & Accountancy. Class 12’s Legal Studies paper moves to April 10, 2026, extending that class’s exams slightly past the original April 4 close. These changes target fewer than 1% of total papers, preserving the core timetable for over 45 lakh students across 204 subjects.financialexpress+1
Official Circular Breakdown
Issued December 29, 2025, by Controller of Examinations Dr. Sanyam Bhardwaj, the notice directs principals to update internal sheets and notify students/parents promptly to avoid confusion. It states: “The examinations… have been rescheduled due to administrative reasons,” without specifying further details like logistics or overlaps. Admit cards will incorporate revisions once released, ensuring alignment for the single-shift 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM format.ndtv
Exam Structure Overview
Class 10 runs February 17–March 18 (major papers) with an optional improvement phase May 15–June 1; Class 12 spans February 17–April 10 post-revision. First day features Class 10 Mathematics (Standard/Basic) and Class 12 papers in Biotechnology, Entrepreneurship, Shorthand (English/Hindi). CBSE stresses official sources for updates, as exams occur pen-and-paper style nationwide.indianexpress+1
Student Preparation Advice
Students gain 8 extra days for Class 10 subjects and over a month for Class 12 Legal Studies, ideal for focused revision on these electives. Schools handle dissemination, but checking cbse.gov.in/cbsenew/examination_Circular.html confirms details. No broader disruptions expected, allowing continuity in study plans.