The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will hold a special webinar on November 20, 2025 . This online session aims to explain significant changes for **Class 10 board exams**, which will begin from the **2026 academic session**. As per the new rule, students will soon have the option to take board exams **twice a year**. This major shift is in line with the **National Education Policy (NEP) 2020**, designed to reduce academic pressure on students. The webinar will provide comprehensive information to school administrators, teachers, parents, and students alike, running from **10 AM to 12 Noon**. Alongside this announcement, CBSE has also made public the official **Class 10 board exam dates for 2026**.
Understanding the New Two-Exam System
The **National Education Policy (NEP) 2020** brings a student-friendly change: Class 10 board exams can be taken twice a year, starting with the **2026 academic session**. This new system aims to take away a lot of the stress students feel during exams. Currently, one single exam decides a student's final score, which can be very difficult if they have a bad day. With two chances, students can try to improve their performance.
This means if a student is not satisfied with their first attempt score, they have a clear path to re-appear and achieve a better result without losing an entire academic year. This reform helps students focus more on learning rather than rote memorization for a single high-stakes test. The upcoming webinar will be crucial for understanding the finer details, such as the exact schedule for both exam sessions and how the higher score from the two attempts will be considered for the final result.
How to Join the Webinar
The webinar, which will explain the new Class 10 board exam pattern in detail, will be streamed live on YouTube. Anyone interested in these important updates can join the session.
- **Date:** November 20, 2025
- **Time:** 10 AM to 12 Noon
- **Join Link:**Click Here for CBSE Class 10 Webinar Link
CBSE Class 10 Board Exam Dates 2026
CBSE has also released the timetable for the **Class 10 board exams for 2026**. Students who will appear for these exams should check the schedule carefully to plan their studies and preparations effectively. This date sheet gives a clear plan for the main subjects, helping students prepare well in advance.
| Exam Date | Subject |
| 17-Feb-2026 | Mathematics Standard Mathematics Basic |
| 21-Feb-2026 | English |
| 23-Feb-2026 | Urdu Course A Punjabi Bengali Tamil Marathi Gujarati |
| 24-Feb-2026 | Element of Business |
| 25-Feb-2026 | Science |
| 27-Feb-2026 | Computer Applications Information Technology AI |
| 28-Feb-2026 | Arabic Sanskrit Rai Gurung Tamang Sherpa |
| 2-March-2026 | Hindi (Course A) Hindi (Course B) |
| 7-March-2026 | Social Science |
Students and parents should make sure to attend the webinar to get complete and accurate information about the new exam system. Being well-informed will help students prepare effectively for these significant educational changes and succeed in their examinations.