UP Board Exam 2026: UPMSP Begins Phase-Wise OMR Answer Sheet Evaluation for Early Result Declaration

The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad has started phase-wise evaluation of OMR answer sheets for UP Board Exam 2026. The initiative aims to accelerate assessment and allow earlier declaration of Class 10 and 12 results. Students are advised to follow official updates for result timelines.

The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) has initiated the phase-wise evaluation of OMR answer sheets for the UP Board Exam 2026 covering both Class 10 (High School) and Class 12 (Intermediate) examinations. The move aims to accelerate the assessment process and enable an earlier announcement of board results for the academic session 2025-26.

According to official updates, evaluation of OMR sheets from the initial examination dates has already begun, while the next phase of assessment is scheduled to commence on February 28, 2026.

More than 54 lakh students appeared for the UP Board examinations this year, making it one of the largest school examination systems in the country.

Phase-Wise Evaluation Timeline

UPMSP has adopted a structured evaluation strategy to manage large-scale answer sheet processing efficiently:

• Phase 1: OMR sheets from exams conducted between February 18 and February 21, 2026 were dispatched and evaluated first.

• Phase 2: Evaluation begins February 28, 2026, covering major subjects including Science and English.

• Board Examination Schedule: Theory exams are being held from February 18 to March 12, 2026 in two daily shifts.

• Result Timeline: No official declaration date has been announced yet, though earlier results are expected compared to previous years.

How the OMR Evaluation Process Works

The UP Board has introduced OMR-based objective sections in select subjects to speed up result processing while maintaining evaluation accuracy.

Key features include:

• Objective questions evaluated through machine-scanned OMR technology

• Descriptive answer sheets assessed through traditional manual checking

• Reduced clerical errors and faster mark compilation

• Parallel evaluation alongside ongoing examinations

This hybrid assessment model allows faster processing without compromising examination standards.

Significance for Students and Result Announcement

The early start of evaluation reflects UPMSP’s effort to streamline academic timelines for students seeking admission to higher education or professional courses after board examinations.

Officials have not yet released details regarding:

• Total evaluation centres

• Number of examiners involved

• Exact result declaration date

Students are advised to regularly check the official UPMSP portal for updates regarding results, mark sheets, and re-evaluation procedures once assessment concludes.

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