The Board of Secondary Education, Andhra Pradesh (BSEAP), has officially released the schedule for the Andhra Pradesh (AP) Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Class 10 public examinations for 2026. These qualifying exams are scheduled to take place from March 16 to April 1, 2026 . Students appearing for the exams can access the complete time table and further instructions on the official BSEAP website, bse.ap.gov.in.
The released schedule outlines that all academic course subjects and papers will be common for both regular SSC candidates and those appearing under the Open Secondary School Certificate (OSSC) scheme. The examinations will begin promptly on March 16, 2026 , with the First Language paper. The Second Language paper follows two days later, on March 18, 2026 .
Exam Timings and Durations
The majority of the AP Class 10 exams for 2026 are scheduled for a duration of 3 hours and 15 minutes. These papers will commence at 9:30 AM and conclude by 12:45 PM . This standardized timing applies to core subjects such as First Language, Second Language, English, Mathematics, and Social Studies.
However, specific papers have different durations to accommodate their content. Physical Science and Biological Science examinations are set for 1 hour and 45 minutes, ending at 11:30 AM . The First Language Paper-II (Composite Course) also has a duration of 1 hour and 45 minutes, concluding at 11:15 AM . The SSC Vocational Course (Theory) exam will be 2 hours long, concluding at 11:30 AM . All these shorter duration papers also maintain the common start time of 9:30 AM .
Detailed Examination Schedule
The following table provides a comprehensive breakdown of the AP SSC Class 10 exam dates, subjects, and timings for 2026:
| Date | Subject | Time |
|---|---|---|
| March 16, 2026 | First Language (Group A) | 9:30 AM – 12:45 PM |
| First Language Paper-I (Composite Course) | 9:30 AM – 12:45 PM | |
| March 18, 2026 | Second Language | 9:30 AM – 12:45 PM |
| March 20, 2026 | English | 9:30 AM – 12:45 PM |
| March 23, 2026 | Mathematics | 9:30 AM – 12:45 PM |
| March 25, 2026 | Physical Science | 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM |
| March 28, 2026 | Biological Science | 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM |
| March 30, 2026 | Social Studies | 9:30 AM – 12:45 PM |
| March 31, 2026 | First Language Paper-II (Composite Course) | 9:30 AM – 11:15 AM |
| OSSC Main Language Paper-I (Sanskrit, Arabic, Persian) | 9:30 AM – 12:45 PM | |
| April 1, 2026 | OSSC Main Language Paper-II (Sanskrit, Arabic, Persian) | 9:30 AM – 12:45 PM |
| SSC Vocational Course (Theory) | 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM |
Preparation and Important Information
Students should download the official time table PDF from bse.ap.gov.in for precise details and to avoid any discrepancies. Using this schedule, candidates can effectively plan their revision strategy for each subject, allocating sufficient time for weaker areas and practice.
Admit cards for the AP SSC 2026 exams are expected to be released a few weeks before the commencement of the examinations. The Board will issue a separate notification regarding admit card downloads. Candidates must ensure they carry their admit card to the examination center, along with valid identification.
The BSEAP advises all candidates to arrive at their respective examination centers well before the scheduled start time on each exam day. Strict adherence to exam hall rules, including restrictions on electronic devices and unfair means, will be enforced. Students must bring their own stationery and follow all instructions provided by invigilators.