The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is closing the portal today, April 22, 2026 , for List of Candidates (LOC) submission for the Class 10 Second Board Examination in May 2026. This is the final date for schools to register students in the Compartment or Improvement categories.
Second Board Exam Details
The May-June examination period is for students who need to retake exams or improve their scores. These exams are scheduled from May 15 to June 1, 2026 . Students can improve marks in up to three subjects or pass courses they failed in the initial February exams.
This second exam opportunity is part of the Two-Board System linked with NEP 2020.
Registration and Fees
Schools must submit all registrations today. A late fee of ₹2,000 per candidate is mandatory. This is in addition to the regular subject fees. The standard registration window closed on April 20, 2026.
CBSE states that no changes to student names, subjects, or APAAR IDs will be permitted after the portal closes at midnight. Students can switch between Mathematics Standard and Mathematics Basic. No other subject changes are allowed.
Key Dates and Fees Table
| Category | Deadline | Fee Details |
| With Late Fee (Phase 3) | April 22, 2026 | Regular Subject Fee + ₹2,000 Late Fee |
Exam Schedule
The examination starts on May 15, 2026 . Results are expected around June 15, 2026 .
Eligibility for Submission
The current LOC submission deadline is for specific student groups:
- Compartment Students: Those who failed one or two subjects in the Main 2026 exams (results announced April 15, 2026).
- Improvement Candidates: Students who passed but wish to increase scores in up to three subjects.
- Essential Repeat (ER): Students classified as ER are eligible for specific subjects in the second exam.
