UP, TN, Maharashtra 10th, 12th board exam dates out for 2027; CBSE, others expected soon

In short

The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) has scheduled UP Board exams from February 5 to 24, 2027.
Tamil Nadu DGE will conduct TN 10th public exams from March 17 to April 12, 2027, and TN 12th public exams from March 3 to March 29, 2027.
Maharashtra HSC exams are set for February 8 to March 16, 2027, and SSC exams from February 15 to March 11, 2027.
CBSE Class 10 and 12 theory exams are expected to run from February to April 2027, with final timetables anticipated in October 2026.
Madhya Pradesh Class 10 exams will be from February 24 to March 18, 2027, and Class 12 exams from February 17 to March 19, 2027.

Several state education boards across India have released their Class 10 and Class 12 board examination timetables for the 2027 academic session as of today, October 23, 2026. These early announcements aim to assist students in planning their revision, practical work, and travel arrangements for examination centres.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and other state boards are expected to follow suit with their own schedules in the coming weeks. Board examinations are generally conducted between February and April each year, with approximately 40 lakh students appearing for CBSE Class 10 and 12 examinations annually, and an estimated 45 lakh students expected to sit for the 2026–27 academic session board exams.

State Board Examination Schedules for 2027

The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) has announced that UP Board exams will be held from February 5 to February 24, 2027. These examinations will be conducted in two daily shifts: from 8:30 am to 11:45 am and from 2 pm to 5:15 pm. The Tamil Nadu Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE) has scheduled TN 10th public exams from March 17 to April 12, 2027, with practical exams from February 19 to February 26. TN 12th public exams are set for March 3 to March 29, 2027, with practicals from February 8 to February 18.

The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has released dates for its Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) exams from February 8 to March 16, 2027, and Secondary School Certificate (SSC) exams from February 15 to March 11, 2027. The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (MPBSE) will hold Class 10 exams from February 24 to March 18, 2027, and Class 12 exams from February 17 to March 19, 2027, with exams scheduled from 9 am to noon. The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) has announced its Madhyamik Routine 2027 exams from February 15 to February 25, 2027.

CBSE and Other National Board Expectations

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 10 board theory exams are scheduled to begin in February 2027 and conclude by March 2027. Class 12 board theory exams are expected to commence in February 2027 and extend into April 2027. CBSE Class 10 and Class 12 final timetables were released together in the previous examination cycle, with the tentative date sheet released on September 24 and the final one in October. However, the board has not yet issued clarification on the release date for the 2027 schedule. Practical examinations for most CBSE-affiliated schools are generally held before theory exams, with January–February 2027 indicated as the period.

For the 2027 cycle, CBSE has introduced two Class 10 board examinations. The first examination is mandatory, while the second offers eligible students an opportunity to improve their performance, expected to be held in May 2027. The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) is expected to release the ICSE Class 10 exam timetable 2027 in the second week of November 2026, with exams likely to begin on February 18, 2027.

Board Exam Event / Parameter	Official / Expected Timeline
Board Name	Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Academic Session	2026–2027
Exam Names	CBSE Class 10 & Class 12 Board Examinations 2027
Tentative Date Sheet Announcement	Late September 2026
Final Subject-Wise Date Sheet PDF	October 2026
Practical Exams (Winter-Bound Schools)	November – December 2026
Practical Exams (General Affiliated Schools)	January – February 2027
Class 10 Board Theory Exams	February – March 2027
Class 12 Board Theory Exams	February – April 2027
Official Portals	cbse.gov.in & cbseacademic.nic.in

Regional Board Updates and Expected Releases

The Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB) has scheduled SSLC Exam 1 from March 22 to April 5, 2027, and SSLC Exam 2 from May 24 to May 31. For Karnataka 2nd PUC, Exam 1 is planned from February 27 to March 17, and Exam 2 from May 3 to May 15. The Rajasthan Board is expected to set up two Class 10 exams from the 2026-27 academic year, with the first likely in February or March and the second in May or June.

The Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP), is expected to release first-year and second-year Intermediate timetables in October 2026, with AP Inter exams anticipated in February and March 2027. Andhra Pradesh SSC dates are expected in November 2026. The Telangana State Board of Intermediate Education (TGBIE) is also expected to release the TS Inter 1st and 2nd Year Time Table 2027 in October 2026, and the Directorate of Government Examinations (Telangana) is expected to release the TS SSC (Class 10) Time Table 2027 soon. The Kerala SSLC, Plus one (Class 11), and Plus two (Class 12) date sheets for 2027 are expected to be released in October 2026.

Guidelines for Students

Students are advised to regularly check the official websites of their respective education boards for the latest announcements and to download the official timetable PDF. It matters to verify the examination year and any revised schedules before making preparation plans. Students should also confirm subject-wise examination dates and timings, and ascertain whether their board has released a provisional or final date sheet.

On examination days, students must carry their printed roll number or admit card along with their official school ID card to the exam centre. They should arrive at the designated examination centre at least 30 to 45 minutes prior to the scheduled start time. Students are required to carry stationery items in a clear, transparent pouch and must avoid bringing electronic devices, mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, Bluetooth devices, notes, or textual materials into the examination hall. Adherence to all rules provided by the board and examination centre is mandatory.