The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) has released the date sheet for the Class 11 and Class 12 annual examinations 2026. These exams are for students in the summer zone. Class 12 papers will begin on February 23, 2026 , while Class 11 exams will start on February 28, 2026 .
Key Examination Dates
Students can find the complete schedule on the official JKBOSE website. The examinations will proceed as follows:
| Class | Exam Start Date | Exam End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Class 12 | February 23, 2026 | March 28, 2026 |
| Class 11 | February 28, 2026 | April 2, 2026 |
Exam Schedule and Practical Assessments
Both Class 11 and Class 12 examinations will take place in the morning shift. The scheduled timing for all papers is from 10 am to 1 pm .
JKBOSE will release the schedule for external practical examinations separately. Students must monitor official announcements for these dates.
Admit Card and Centre Guidelines
The JKBOSE admit card will contain all specific exam centre details. Students must carry their admit card to the examination centre on each exam day.
Official instructions on the admit card must be followed strictly. Any violation of these rules may lead to disqualification from the examination.
Prohibited Items in Exam Centres
Students must not bring any prohibited items into the examination halls. Electronic gadgets are strictly banned.
- Mobile phones are not allowed.
- Headphones are not permitted.
- Other electronic devices are also prohibited.
Syllabus Reduction and Marking Scheme
Reduced Syllabus for 2026 Exams
JKBOSE has implemented a 15% reduction in the syllabus for Classes 10, 11, and 12 for the 2026 annual exams. This measure aims to ease the academic burden on students.
Students will only need to attempt questions covering 85% of the total marks. Question papers will include internal choices, offering flexibility.
Marking Scheme Details
The board has specified the marking scheme for the upcoming examinations. Each Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) will be marked individually.
This distinct marking approach will also apply to all grammar sections within the question papers. Students should prepare accordingly based on this scheme.
Related Information: JKBOSE Class 10 Exams
JKBOSE also announced the Class 10 board exam 2026 date sheet recently. The Class 10 annual examinations will commence on February 17, 2026 .