The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) has released the important dates for filling examination forms for the 2026 Matric (Class 10) and Intermediate (Class 12) board exams. Students planning to appear for these exams must ensure their schools complete the online form submission and fee payment on time. The process for filling these forms will begin on November 18, 2025 .
Schools can submit the exam forms without a late fee until December 5, 2025 . The deadline to pay the exam fee without any extra charges is December 15, 2025 . Students who miss this first deadline will have another chance to submit their forms with a late fee.
Key Dates for JAC 2026 Board Exam Forms
Here are the important dates for submitting your exam forms:
| Activity | Start Date | End Date | Fee Payment Deadline |
| Online Form Filling Begins | November 18, 2025 | - | - |
| Form Submission (without late fee) | - | December 5, 2025 | December 15, 2025 |
| Form Submission (with late fee) | December 6, 2025 | December 12, 2025 | December 15, 2025 |
Understanding the Deadlines
It is important for all students and schools to understand these dates carefully. The online form filling will start on November 18, 2025 . This means schools can begin entering student details from this date.
The first deadline for submitting the forms without any extra charge is December 5, 2025 . After submitting the forms, schools must also pay the exam fees. The last date for fee payment for forms submitted without a late fee is December 15, 2025 .
If a student or school cannot complete the process by December 5, 2025 , there is a second chance. Forms can be submitted with a late fee from December 6, 2025 , to December 12, 2025 . For these forms submitted with a late fee, the payment must also be completed by December 15, 2025 . No payments will be accepted after this final date.
Important Instructions for Schools
The Jharkhand Academic Council has given clear instructions to all school heads. Schools must check every student's details very carefully before submitting the forms online. This includes checking the student's name, date of birth, category (like General, SC, ST, OBC), and the subjects chosen for the exams.
Making mistakes in these details can cause problems later. For example, errors can lead to issues when admit cards are released. Correcting mistakes after submission can be difficult and may delay the admit card for the student. Therefore, schools are asked to double-check all information to ensure it is accurate.
The council also stated that exam forms can only be filled out through the official JAC online portal . No other method will be accepted. Schools must keep a printed copy of all submitted forms and a record of the fee payment receipts. These copies are important for future reference or if any issues arise.
JAC has also advised schools not to wait until the last minute to submit forms. Waiting until the final days can cause server problems due to heavy website traffic. This can make it hard to submit forms successfully and might lead to eligible students missing out on their chance to appear for the 2026 annual examinations. Completing the process early will help everyone avoid unnecessary stress and ensure a smooth experience.
