The Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (GBSHSE) has extended the deadlines for paying exam fees for the upcoming HSSC (Class 12) February 2026 and SSC (Class 10) March 2026 board examinations. This change gives students more time to complete their fee payments without facing extra charges. The new final date to pay all fees, even with higher late charges, is December 15, 2025 .
The GBSHSE released an official notice about these new dates. This notice, titled "Extension of Date for Payment of Examination Fees," aims to ensure all students and schools are aware of the updated schedule. Students are advised to pay their fees early to avoid any last-minute problems or additional costs.
New Dates for Exam Fee Payment
The board has provided clear new deadlines for submitting examination fees. These dates depend on whether the payment is made without any extra charge, with a normal late fee, or with a higher late fee.
| Payment Type | New Deadline |
| Without late fee | November 25, 2025 |
| With late fees | December 5, 2025 |
| Beyond late fees | December 15, 2025 |
Students can pay their examination fees for the HSSC February 2026 and SSC March 2026 exams without any extra charge until November 25, 2025 . This is the first and most important deadline to remember for all students.
After November 25, 2025 , students will need to pay an additional late fee. The last date to pay fees with this standard late charge is December 5, 2025 . It is important to complete the payment by this date to avoid facing higher penalties.
There is a final window for fee payment even after December 5, 2025 . Students can still pay their fees, but they will have to pay a higher amount, known as 'beyond late fees'. This last possible date to pay exam fees is December 15, 2025 . Students are strongly advised to avoid this final deadline as it involves the highest extra cost and could lead to major problems if missed.
Important Message for Schools
The Goa Board has also asked all school principals and heads of institutions to display a copy of this official circular on their school notice boards. This step ensures that all students, parents, and teachers are informed about the extended deadlines and can take necessary action on time. Schools play a vital role in helping students meet these important deadlines.
Tentative Exam Dates for 2026
Along with the fee deadline extensions, the board has also shared tentative dates for the 2026 board examinations . These dates are provisional, meaning they might change slightly. The final timetable will be announced later.
- For SSC (Class 10) students, the exams are expected to begin on March 3, 2026 , and end by March 27, 2026 .
- For HSSC (Class 12) students, the exams are expected to start on February 10, 2026 , and finish by February 27, 2026 .
Where to Find More Information
Students and parents should regularly visit the official website of the Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (GBSHSE) at gbshse.in . The final timetable for both SSC and HSSC 2026 examinations will be published on this website. Any further updates or changes will also be announced there.
It is very important for all students appearing for the HSSC and SSC 2026 exams to complete their fee payments within these new timelines. Paying on time will prevent any inconvenience or stress closer to the examination dates. Students should make sure they have all the required documents and fees ready to avoid any delays.
