Kerala’s General Education Minister V Sivankutty has announced the complete schedule for the 2026 Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) and Higher Secondary examinations. Over 4.25 lakh students will sit for the SSLC exams, scheduled from March 5 to March 30, 2026 . Approximately nine lakh students are registered for the Plus One and Plus Two (Higher Secondary and Vocational Higher Secondary) exams, also commencing in early March 2026.
SSLC Examination Schedule 2026
The SSLC examinations, a crucial milestone for Class 10 students in Kerala, will begin on March 5, 2026 , and conclude on March 30, 2026 . Following the examinations, the evaluation of answer scripts is slated for April 7 through April 25, 2026 . Students can expect the SSLC examination results to be announced on May 8, 2026 .
Minister Sivankutty detailed the extensive infrastructure for the examinations, confirming the establishment of approximately 3,000 examination centres . These centres are primarily located within Kerala but also extend internationally and regionally. Seven centres are designated for students in the Gulf region, and nine centres will cater to students in Lakshadweep, ensuring accessibility for all eligible candidates.
A summary of the SSLC exam schedule is provided:
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Examinations | March 5 – March 30, 2026 |
| Evaluation Period | April 7 – April 25, 2026 |
| Result Announcement | May 8, 2026 |
Higher Secondary and Vocational Higher Secondary Exams 2026
Approximately nine lakh students are preparing for the Higher Secondary first-year (Plus One) and second-year (Plus Two) examinations during the current academic year. These figures also include candidates for the Vocational Higher Secondary examinations.
The public examinations for Higher Secondary and Vocational Higher Secondary first-year students are scheduled from March 5 to March 27, 2026 . Second-year examinations for both streams will run from March 6 to March 28, 2026 .
Evaluation for these Higher Secondary and Vocational Higher Secondary answer scripts is scheduled to commence on April 6, 2026 . The results for these significant examinations are anticipated to be declared by May 22, 2026 , as stated by Minister Sivankutty.
Below is a detailed breakdown of the Higher Secondary and Vocational Higher Secondary exam schedule:
| Examination | Dates | Evaluation Start | Result Announcement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Secondary & Vocational Higher Secondary First Year | March 5 – March 27, 2026 | April 6, 2026 | By May 22, 2026 |
| Higher Secondary & Vocational Higher Secondary Second Year | March 6 – March 28, 2026 |
All examination dates and related schedules were confirmed by General Education Minister V Sivankutty in a recent press briefing.