The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) is gearing up to announce the ICSE (Class 10) and ISC (Class 12) board exam timetable for 2026. The schedule will be published on the official website, cisce.org, in PDF format and will include subject-wise dates, timings and exam-day guidelines.
Why the Date Sheet May Be Released Early
With CBSE, NIOS and Karnataka 2nd PUC boards already declaring their 2026 exam dates, CISCE is expected to follow suit sooner than its traditional timeline. Students are advised to stay alert as the announcement may come any day now.
Expected Exam Months
Both ICSE and ISC exams are likely to be held in the February–March 2026 window, following the usual yearly pattern. The board has confirmed no change in exam frequency — papers will be conducted once a year only.
Where to Download the Timetable
Once released, students can access the PDF by following these steps:
- Visit cisce.org
- Click on the link for ICSE 2026 Exam Dates or ISC 2026 Exam Routine
- Open the PDF displayed on the screen
- Download and save it for use during preparation
The timetable will also be made available on educational portals shortly after the official release.
Subjects Covered in the Schedule
- For ICSE (Class 10):
English Language, History & Civics, Geography, Mathematics, Hindi, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and other compulsory subjects. - For ISC (Class 12):
Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Commerce, Accounts, Economics, English (Paper 1 & 2), Computer Science, Business Studies, Physical Education and more.
What the PDF Will Include
The CISCE 2026 time table will mention:
- Subject names
- Exam dates
- Exam timings
- Paper codes
- Guidelines to follow at the exam centre
Items Barred in the Exam Hall
CISCE has strictly prohibited the following from being carried inside the exam venue:
- Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices and smartwatches
- Earphones, pagers, microphones
- Printed or handwritten notes
- Log tables, scales, writing pads
- Any electronic gadgets
What Happens After the Date Sheet Is Out?
Once the timetable is announced:
- Students should begin full-fledged preparation and revision
- Schools will share practical exam schedules separately
- Exam-day instructions will be circulated along with the admit cards
No Two-Phase Exams
CISCE has confirmed that there will be no biannual exam system for 2026. Despite suggestions from the Ministry of Education, ICSE and ISC exams will be conducted only once.
Stay Updated
Students are advised to keep checking:
- cisce.org (official site)
- Trusted education portals
- School notifications
As soon as the date sheet is released, a direct download link will be provided for both ICSE and ISC students.
