The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) today released the timetable for the Class 10 and 12 board examinations for 2026. Class 12 exams will commence on February 2, 2026 . Class 10 exams will begin on February 17, 2026 .
Anand Kishore, Chairman of BSEB, announced the examination calendar. The Class 10 board examinations are scheduled from February 17 to February 25, 2026 . Class 12 examinations will run from February 2 to February 13, 2026 .
Bihar Board Class 12 Exam Schedule 2026
The Class 12 board examinations will span 12 days. Students will appear for various subjects during this period. The examinations conclude on February 13, 2026 .
| Class | Start Date | End Date | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 12 | February 2, 2026 | February 13, 2026 | 12 Days |
Bihar Board Class 10 Exam Schedule 2026
The Class 10 board examinations will take place over nine days. These exams cover essential subjects for secondary education. The final Class 10 examination is on February 25, 2026 .
| Class | Start Date | End Date | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 10 | February 17, 2026 | February 25, 2026 | 9 Days |
Examination Shifts and Timings
BSEB will conduct both Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations in dual shifts. This arrangement accommodates the large number of students appearing for the exams. Strict adherence to timings is mandatory for all candidates.
Morning Shift Details
- Timing: 9:30 AM to 12:35 PM
- Duration: 3 hours 5 minutes (including cool-off time)
- Cool-Off Time (Class 10): 9:30 AM to 9:45 AM
Students must report to their examination centers well before the morning shift begins. The cool-off period allows students to read the question paper.
Afternoon Shift Details
- Timing: 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM
- Duration: 3 hours 15 minutes (including cool-off time)
- Cool-Off Time (Class 12): 2:00 PM to 2:15 PM
The afternoon shift provides a similar structure for exam conduct. Class 12 students receive their cool-off time at the start of this shift. Students should use this time to review the paper without writing answers.
Understanding Cool-Off Time
The Bihar board allocates 15 minutes as ‘cool-off time’ during each examination. This time is for students to read and understand the question paper. Students are not permitted to write any answers or make markings during this 15-minute period. It is a crucial period for planning responses.
For Class 10 examinations in the morning shift, the cool-off time is from 9:30 AM to 9:45 AM . For Class 12 examinations in the afternoon shift, the cool-off time is from 2:00 PM to 2:15 PM . This dedicated time aims to reduce exam stress and improve comprehension.
Important Instructions for Students
All annual board exams will run for a total of three hours of writing time, excluding the cool-off period. Students must carry their admit cards and adhere to all examination guidelines. BSEB advises students to regularly check the official board website for detailed subject-wise schedules and any further updates or instructions regarding the 2026 board examinations. Planning study schedules according to the released timetable is recommended.