The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE) has announced the schedule for the Himachal Pradesh State Open School (HPSOS) practical examinations for the September/October 2026 session. The practical exams for Matric (Class 10) and Plus Two (Class 12) students will be conducted from October 8 to October 17, 2026.

The practical examinations will be organised at the respective HPSOS study centres. Students are advised to contact their study centres and confirm their individual examination dates, timings and other instructions. HPBOSE has directed the centres to inform candidates well in advance so that they can appear for the practical examinations as scheduled.
The practical examination schedule for the September/October 2026 session is as follows:
| Particular | Details |
| Board | Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education |
| Examination | HPSOS Practical Exams 2026 |
| Classes | 10 and 12 |
| Session | September/October 2026 |
| Practical Exam Dates | October 8 to 17, 2026 |
| Examination Venue | Respective HPSOS Study Centres |
HPSOS conducts public examinations for open-school students, with the exact examination arrangements announced by the Board and communicated through study centres.
The practical examinations will be conducted internally at the concerned HPSOS study-centre level. The respective subject teacher or examiner will prepare the practical question paper and conduct the examination according to the instructions issued by HPBOSE.
Students should note that the practical exam date may vary by subject and study centre. Therefore, candidates should not rely only on the overall October 8 to 17 schedule and should obtain the subject-wise details from their respective centres.
The HPSOS prospectus also advises students to contact their study centre or check the HPBOSE/HPSOS website before examinations for examination-related information and datesheets.
Candidates appearing for the practical examinations should reach their allotted study centre as instructed and carry the required examination documents and materials. Students should also confirm the reporting time and venue in advance.
Since the practical examinations are an important component of applicable HPSOS subjects, candidates should carefully follow the instructions issued by their study centre and the Board. The HPSOS examination scheme specifies practical components for subjects wherever applicable.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official HPBOSE website and stay in touch with their respective HPSOS study centres for any changes or additional instructions related to the October 2026 practical examinations.