The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) has extended the last date to apply for the Class 10 (SSC) and Class 12 (HSC) board exams 2026. This is a very important update for students across Gujarat. Students can now submit their application forms until December 22, 2025 . However, applications submitted during this extended period will require an extra late fee.
Earlier, the last date for submitting application forms with the regular fee was December 6, 2025 . Many students might have missed this first deadline. To give these students another chance, the GSEB decided to extend the application window. The new period for submitting applications with a late fee started on December 11, 2025 , and will now officially close on December 22, 2025 .
Who Can Apply?
This extension is for all students who will appear for the 2026 board exams. This includes students of Standard 10 (SSC) . It also applies to students of Standard 12 (HSC) from various streams. These streams are:
- Science Stream
- General Stream
- Vocational Stream
- U.U. Basic Stream
- Sanskrit Pratham (for Class 10 equivalent)
- Sanskrit Madhyama (for Class 12 equivalent)
Students from these groups who have not yet applied should quickly complete their forms before the final deadline.
Late Fee Details
Students who apply during this extended period must pay a late fee. The amount of this fee depends on the date you submit your application. The Board has set up different phases for the late fee structure. This means the fee will increase as the final deadline gets closer. It is important to know which fee applies to your submission date.
| Phase | Dates | Late Fee |
| First Phase | December 1, 2025 to December 14, 2025 | INR 250 |
| Second Phase | December 15, 2025 to December 18, 2025 | INR 300 |
| Third Phase | December 19, 2025 to December 22, 2025 | INR 350 |
Students should check the table carefully and ensure they pay the correct late fee according to the date they apply. Remember, applications with a late fee are accepted from December 11, 2025 , until the final closing date.
GSEB Board Exam Dates 2026
The Gujarat Board has also announced the dates for the upcoming 2026 board examinations. Both the Class 10 (SSC) and Class 12 (HSC) exams will take place during the same period. The exams are scheduled to start on February 26, 2026 , and will end on March 18, 2026 . Students should mark these dates in their calendars and plan their study schedule accordingly.
The GSEB has already shared the official timetable for these exams. Students should visit the official GSEB website to download the detailed date sheet. This will help them understand the schedule for each subject and prepare well for their examinations.
Important Advice for Students
It is strongly advised that students do not wait until the last day, December 22, 2025 , to submit their application forms. Applying early can help avoid any last-minute technical problems or rush. Make sure all the information filled in the application form is accurate and complete to prevent any issues later.
For any doubts or further clarification, students should check the official Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) website. This will ensure they have the most accurate and up-to-date information directly from the board.
