CBSE Practical Datesheet 2026 Out for Winter-Bound Schools; Class 10 & 12 Exams Begin November 6

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the Practical Datesheet 2026 for winter-bound schools across the country. According to the notification, the CBSE Class 10 and 12 practical examinations for winter-bound regions will commence on November 6, 2025, and continue until December 6, 2025.

CBSE Practical Datesheet 2026 Out For Winter-Bound Schools; Class 10 & 12 Exams Begin November 6

This schedule applies exclusively to schools located in snow-prone or high-altitude regions, where academic sessions differ due to weather conditions. The release of the practical datesheet marks the beginning of the CBSE exam cycle for the 2025-26 academic session.

CBSE Practical Datesheet 2026: Overview

The CBSE circular instructs schools to conduct practicals, project work, and internal assessments strictly within this schedule and upload the marks on the CBSE portal without delay.

Who Are Winter-Bound Schools?

Winter-bound schools are educational institutions located in regions experiencing severe winters, such as Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Ladakh, and parts of the North-Eastern states. These schools close earlier than others for the winter break, so their exams are conducted before the regular schedule.

CBSE conducts early practicals and project work assessments for these schools to ensure smooth evaluation and timely result declaration.

Important Details from the CBSE Circular

According to the CBSE's official circular:

The practical exams, project submissions, and internal assessments must be conducted from November 6 to December 6, 2025.

Schools should upload the marks and photographs of the conduct of practical exams on the CBSE exam portal immediately after completion.

The board emphasized transparency and adherence to guidelines, ensuring that no exam is delayed or conducted beyond the mentioned dates.

The same external examiner will not be appointed to multiple schools on the same day.

CBSE Class 10 & 12 Practical Exam Components

Class 10 Practical Exams

• Subjects Covered: Science, Computer Applications, and vocational subjects.
• Components: Laboratory experiments, project work, and internal assessment.
• Marks Distribution: Typically 20 marks for practicals and 80 marks for theory.

Class 12 Practical Exams

• Subjects Covered: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Accountancy, Fine Arts, and others.
• Components: Experiments, viva voce, records, and project evaluation.
• Marks Distribution: Usually 30 marks for practicals and 70 marks for theory.

Instructions for Students

Students must check the schedule provided by their schools and prepare their projects and practical files accordingly.

Carry school ID cards and necessary materials (lab records, apparatus, and stationery) on the day of examination.

Ensure timely completion of all internal and project assessments.

Follow the exam-day instructions and decorum issued by the school and CBSE.

CBSE Board Exams 2026: Next Steps

After the completion of the practical exams for winter-bound schools, CBSE will release:

• Main Datesheet 2026 for all schools (expected in December 2025)
• Theory Exams 2026 for Class 10 and 12, likely to begin in February 2026

CBSE is expected to maintain its standardized evaluation process to ensure uniformity across schools and transparency in marking.

Conclusion

The CBSE Practical Datesheet 2026 for winter-bound schools has been released, with exams scheduled from November 6 to December 6, 2025. This move ensures that students from snow-affected regions can complete their practical and internal assessments before the harsh winter season.

Students and teachers are advised to stay updated through the official CBSE website - cbse.gov.in
- and complete all exam-related formalities within the given timeline.