CGBSE Class 10 & 12 Datesheet 2026 Released: Check Complete Exam Timetable

Published: Saturday, November 22, 2025, 10:07 [IST]

The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education (CGBSE) has officially released the Class 10 (HSLC) and Class 12 (HSSC) Datesheet 2026. According to the timetable, the Higher Secondary (Class 12) exams will begin on February 20, 2026, and conclude on March 18, 2026, while the Class 10 (HSLC) exams will be conducted from February 21 to March 13, 2026. Students can download the complete datesheet from the official CGBSE website and start their preparations accordingly.

CGBSE Class 10 & 12 Datesheet 2026 Released: Check Complete Timetable

The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education (CGBSE) has officially released the CGBSE Class 10 and Class 12 Datesheet 2026 for the upcoming academic examinations. The datesheet provides all necessary details including exam dates, subjects, and shift timings for the High School Certificate (HSLC) and Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) exams. Students appearing for the board exams can now access the complete timetable on the official CGBSE website.

Exam Schedule Overview

CGBSE Class 10 (HSLC) Exams: February 21 to March 13, 2026
CGBSE Class 12 (HSSC) Exams: February 20 to March 18, 2026
Exam Duration: Typically 3 hours per subject
Shift Timings: Morning session usually from 10:00 AM to 1:15 PM (as per CGBSE notification)

The CGBSE Class 10 exams will commence with first language papers and conclude with core subjects. Meanwhile, the Class 12 examinations will cover all streams, including Science, Commerce, and Arts. Students must carefully review the datesheet and plan their preparation to ensure effective time management for each subject.

CGBSE Class 10th Timetable 2026

Date	Subject	Timings
21 Feb, 2026	Hindi (First Language)	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
24 Feb, 2026	English (Second Language)	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
26 Feb, 2026	Social Science	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
28 Feb, 2026	Science	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
06 Mar, 2026	Mathematics	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
09 Mar, 2026	Third Language - Sanskrit, Marathi, Urdu, Punjabi, Sindhi, Bengali, Gujarati, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Urdu	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
11 Mar, 2026	Vocational Courses - Organized Retailing, Information Technology, Automobile - Service Technician, Health Care, Agriculture, Media & Entertainment, Tele Communication, Banking, Financial Services & Insurance (BFSI), Beauty & Wellness, Electronics & Hardware, Apparel, Made-Up & Home Furnishing, Constructions, Plumbing, Power, Tourism and Hospitality	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
13 Mar, 2026	Music for visually impaired students only	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
13 Mar, 2026	Drawing & Painting for hearing & speech impaired students only	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM

CGBSE Class 12 Timetable 2026

Date	Subject	Timings
20 Feb, 2026	Geography, Physics	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
23 Feb, 2026	Political Science, Chemistry, Accountancy, Crop Production & Horticulture, Object Drawing & Sketching, Physiology & First Aid	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
25 Feb, 2026	Sanskrit	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
27 Feb, 2026	Biology, Economics	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
02 Mar, 2026	Mathematics, Computer Application (Arts & Commerce), Indian Music, Painting, Stenotyping, Agriculture (Arts), Home Science (Arts), Commercial Mathematics, Elements of Industrial Organizations	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
07 Mar, 2026	Sociology	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
10 Mar, 2026	English	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
12 Mar, 2026	History, Business Studies, Fundamentals of Agricultural Science & Mathematics, Drawing & Painting, Food & Nutrition	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
14 Mar, 2026	Hindi	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
16 Mar, 2026	Retail Marketing Management, Information Technology, Automobile Service Technician, Health Care, Agriculture, Media & Entertainment, Tele Communication, Banking, Financial Service & Insurance (BFSI), Beauty & Wellness, Electronis & Hardware	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
17 Mar, 2026	Marathi, Urdu, Punjabi, Sindhi, Bengali, Gujarati, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Odiya	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
18 Mar, 2026	Psychology	9:00 AM to 12:15 PM

Steps to Download CGBSE Datesheet 2026

1. Visit the official CGBSE website: cgbse.nic.in

2. Navigate to the 'Examination' or 'Datesheet' section

3. Click on Class 10 / Class 12 Datesheet 2026 link

4. Download the PDF and save it for reference

5. Print a copy for easy access during preparation

Importance of Checking the Datesheet

The CGBSE datesheet helps students:

Know exact exam dates for each subject
Plan revision schedules effectively
Avoid last-minute confusion regarding exam timings and sequence
Stay updated on official instructions and guidelines

Preparation Tips for CGBSE Board Exams 2026

Prioritize subjects with maximum weightage
Solve previous year question papers
Allocate time for revision and mock tests
Focus on time management during exam preparation
Keep all required documents and stationery ready for exam days

Students are advised to regularly check the official CGBSE portal for updates regarding admit card release, exam day instructions, and any changes to the timetable. The release of the CGBSE Class 10 and 12 Datesheet 2026 allows students to plan and organize their studies efficiently for successful board exam performance.