CHSE Odisha Class 12 Timetable 2026 Released: Higher Secondary Exams from 18 February to 26 March

Published: Thursday, December 4, 2025, 9:59 [IST]

The Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE) Odisha has officially released the Odisha Class 12 Timetable 2026 for all streams-Arts, Science, Commerce, and Vocational. As per the schedule, the Higher Secondary (HS) Annual Examination 2026 will be held from 18 February to 26 March 2026 in a single shift.

CHSE Odisha Class 12 Timetable 2026 Released - Complete Subject Wise Schedule

CHSE has also announced the schedule for Practical Examinations 2026, which will be conducted in two phases:

Phase 1: 22 to 31 December 2025
Phase 2 (Absentees): 10 to 15 January 2026

Students can now check the subject-wise timetable, make revision plans, and prepare for both theory and practical assessments accordingly.

Key Highlights of CHSE Odisha 12th Timetable 2026

Particulars	Details
Theory Exams	18 February 2026 - 26 March 2026
Practical Exams (Phase 1)	22 - 31 December 2025
Practical Exams (Phase 2)	10 - 15 January 2026
Applicable to	Arts, Science, Commerce, Vocational Streams
Official Website	chseodisha.nic.in

Practical Exams & Project Assessment Schedule

CHSE Odisha has provided a two-phase system for conducting practical examinations and internal assessments:

Phase 1 (Main Slot): 22-31 December 2025

This slot is allotted for:

Practical exams for Science and Vocational subjects
Project work assessment for Arts and Commerce
Internal assessment for subjects requiring activity-based evaluation

Phase 2 (Absentee Slot): 10-15 January 2026

Students who could not appear during the first phase due to valid reasons will be allowed to attend practical or project assessments during this period.

The board has directed schools to maintain full transparency, ensure proper attendance records, and upload marks promptly to avoid discrepancies later.

CHSE Odisha Class 12 Timetable 2026

Date	Stream(s)	Subject(s)
February 18, 2026	Science	MIL (Odia)
Febraury 19, 2026	Science / Commerce / Arts / Vocational	History, Accountancy, Physics
February 20, 2026	Arts & Commerce	MIL (Odia)
February 21, 2026	Science	Chemistry
February 24, 2026	Science	English
February 26, 2026	Arts & Commerce	English
February 28, 2026	Science	Physics (Main)
March 2, 2026	Arts / Science / Vocational	Geography
March 5, 2026	Arts / Commerce	History / Business Studies
March 6, 2026	Science	Chemistry / English
March 9, 2026	Arts / Commerce	Political Science / Business Maths
March 9, 2026	Science	Biology
March 10, 2026	All Streams	MIL (Hindi, Bengali, Telugu, Urdu, Sanskrit, Alt. English)
March 21, 2026	Arts / Commerce / Vocational	Logic, Accountancy, Vocational Papers

Exam Centre Protocols & Admit Card Instructions

CHSE Odisha has strengthened its exam regulations for 2026 to ensure a fair and smooth evaluation process. Key measures include:

CCTV Surveillance across all exam centres
Seating plans prepared as per the latest security guidelines
Strict verification of student identity using admit cards
Mandatory reporting 30 minutes before the exam
Prohibition of digital devices

Admit cards will be distributed to schools and made available through online login portals before the exams. Students must verify their details and report discrepancies immediately.

Preparation Strategy for CHSE Odisha Class 12 Exams 2026

With the timetable announced early, students can adopt a structured approach:

1. Create a Month-wise Study Plan

Focus on core subjects from October to December. Use January for mock tests and revision.

2. Complete Practical Files Early

Since practical exams start in December, students should prepare files, project reports, and lab records in advance.

3. Solve Previous Year Question Papers

This helps understand the writing pattern, marking system, and frequently asked questions.

4. Allocate Equal Time to All Subjects

Balance numerical subjects like Math/Accountancy with theory subjects like History or Political Science.

5. Use the January Gap Wisely

After practical exams, students have nearly a month to prepare before the theory papers begin on 18 February.

Why This Timetable Matters

The 2026 schedule ensures that students get enough time between practicals and theory exams. The clear division of exam phases allows schools to organize assessments without rushing. For students, this is an opportunity to build a systematic revision plan, reduce stress, and improve performance in both internal and board assessments.