The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued fresh guidelines for the submission of List of Candidates (LoC) for Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations 2025-26.

All affiliated schools are required to submit accurate and complete LoCs for both regular and private candidates through the CBSE Online Portal by the specified deadlines. The guidelines emphasize correct student details, subjects opted, and exam centre preferences. CBSE has instructed schools to strictly adhere to the schedule to avoid late submissions, which may lead to complications during admit card generation or exam registration.
The List of Candidates (LoC) is a crucial document for conducting CBSE board exams.
It contains detailed information about each student, including name, roll number, subjects, date of birth, category, and exam centre.
Correct submission ensures smooth generation of admit cards, exam seating arrangements, and result processing.
CBSE has specified the following instructions for schools:
1. Accuracy: Ensure all student details are correct. Errors may cause delays in admit cards or exam entries.
2. Online Submission: Schools must submit the LoC via the CBSE Online Portal only; offline submissions will not be accepted.
3. Deadline Compliance: Schools should adhere strictly to submission deadlines. Late submissions may lead to late entry or rejection of candidates.
4. Subject Codes: Verify that students are enrolled for correct subjects with valid codes.
5. Regular & Private Candidates: Separate LoCs must be prepared for regular students and private candidates, as applicable.
6. Verification: Principals must verify and certify all details before submission.
| Event | Deadline |
| LoC Submission for Class 10 | By October 15, 2025 |
| LoC Submission for Class 12 | By October 20, 2025 |
| Correction Window | Up to 2-3 Days after initial submission |
Dates are indicative; schools should check the official CBSE circular for exact deadlines.
Timely and accurate LoC submissions ensure smooth conduct of Class 10 and Class 12 board exams.
Prevents administrative errors, delays in admit card distribution, and ensures students appear for exams without issues.
Enhances overall exam management efficiency for CBSE across India.