The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSHSEB) opened online applications for the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Class 10 and Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) Class 12 board examinations 2026 today, November 7, 2025 . The deadline for submission is December 6, 2025, at 12 PM . Students must apply online at gsebeservice.com.
These applications are for students intending to appear for the Gujarat Board exams scheduled in February 2026 . The application process covers all relevant streams and categories for both Class 10 and Class 12, according to the official board circular.
The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSHSEB) manages these state-wide examinations. This application cycle specifically targets the academic year 2025-26.
Application Scope and Streams
Online application forms are available for specific categories and streams. For Class 10, students can apply for Sanskrit Pratham. This stream addresses particular language requirements.
Class 12 students have applications open across several distinct streams. These include the Science Stream, General Stream, Vocational Stream, and U.U. Basic Streams. Additionally, forms are available for Sanskrit Madhyamika.
Applicants should ensure they select the correct stream during the online registration process. Incorrect stream selection may lead to application rejection or delays.
Key Application and Exam Dates
The application window for the GSEB 2026 board exams officially opened on November 7, 2025 . This date marked the start of the online submission period for all eligible candidates.
The final deadline to submit applications online is December 6, 2025 . All submissions must be completed before 12 PM on this specified date. The board will not accept any applications after this cutoff time.
The board has tentatively scheduled both the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) examinations for February 2026 . Specific timetables with exact dates will be released closer to the examination period.
Examination Fees Structure
Candidates are required to pay application fees based on their student category. The fees vary for regular students, regular repeaters (by number of subjects), individual candidates, and GSOS candidates.
An additional fee of INR 100 is applicable for each practical subject a student registers for. This fee is standard across all streams requiring practical assessments.
The GSHSEB has implemented important fee waivers. All female students are exempt from paying any examination fees. Similarly, candidates with disabilities receive a full waiver of all exam charges.
This waiver policy applies across all categories for eligible students. It aims to promote inclusivity and ensure financial barriers do not hinder participation in board exams.
| Category | Fees (INR) |
|---|---|
| Regular Student | 580 |
| Regular Repeater (One Subject) | 175 |
| Regular Repeater (Two Subjects) | 255 |
| Regular Repeater (Three Subjects) | 345 |
| Regular Repeater (More than Three Subjects) | 580 |
| Individual Candidate (One Subject) | 175 |
| Individual Candidate (Two Subjects) | 265 |
| Individual Candidate (Three Subjects) | 345 |
| GSOS Regular Candidate | 560 |
| GSOS Repeater (One Subject) | 175 |
Official Portal and Next Steps
All aspiring candidates must visit the official Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board website. The dedicated portal for applications and information is gsebeservice.com .
Students are advised to review the official circular for comprehensive details regarding eligibility criteria and required documents. Prompt submission before the December 6, 2025 deadline is critical to avoid missing the application window.