The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) will soon release the admit cards for the 2026 ICSE (Class 10) and ISC (Class 12) Board Exams. This admit card, also known as a hall ticket, is a mandatory document for all students to sit for their examinations. Schools will download these admit cards from the official CISCE website, cisce.org . Students must collect their admit cards from their respective schools after they are downloaded.
The ISC Class 12 board exams are set to begin on February 12, 2026 . The ICSE Class 10 exams will start on February 17, 2026 . Based on past trends, CISCE expects to release the admit cards by the end of January 2026 . This year, over 2.5 lakh students will appear for the ICSE exams, and about 1 lakh students for the ISC board exams.
How Schools Download Admit Cards
Schools are responsible for downloading admit cards for their students. Here are the steps:
- Go to the official CISCE website: cisce.org .
- Look for the 'News' section or click on the 'Downloads' tab.
- Find and click the link for 'ICSE Admit Card 2026' or 'ISC Admit Card 2026'.
- Enter your school's login details, including School UID/Index number and student Date of Birth. Also, enter the captcha code.
- Click 'Submit'.
- The admit cards for all registered students will appear. Download them and get coloured printouts.
- Distribute these printed admit cards to your students.
Collecting Your Admit Card as a Student
Most students must collect their admit cards directly from their schools. CISCE sends admit cards to schools first for distribution.
Information for Private Students
If you are a private student, you can download your ICSE or ISC admit card directly from the CISCE website, cisce.org . Use your personal login details. A direct link will be available under the 'Examinations' section once the cards are released.
What to Check on Your Admit Card
Once you get your admit card, check all details carefully to avoid problems on exam day. Verify the following:
- Your full name and parents' names.
- Your photograph and signature.
- Your unique roll number and registration number.
- The name and address of your exam centre.
- The dates and timings for all your subjects.
- Any special instructions for the exam.
If you find any mistakes, report them to your school authorities immediately for correction.
Admit Card Rules and Corrections
Carrying your admit card is compulsory for every exam day.
- You must bring your official ICSE or ISC admit card to the exam centre on each exam day.
- Without a valid admit card, you will not be allowed to enter the exam hall or write your paper.
- Keep your admit card safe. Always ensure you have it with your stationery before leaving for the exam.
Correction Window for Errors
CISCE provides a specific period, called a 'correction window', for schools to request changes to admit cards. If there is an error, your school can help you get it corrected during this time. No changes will be possible after the last date of this window.
Official Download Link
The direct download link for ICSE and ISC Admit Cards 2026 will be active on the CISCE website once they are released.
| Exam Name | Official Website Link |
| ICSE (Class 10) Admit Card 2026 | cisce.org |
| ISC (Class 12) Admit Card 2026 | cisce.org |