April 22, 2026 —The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (MPBSE) closes registration today for the Class 10 and 12 'Second Main Examination' 2026. This exam replaces the previous supplemental system. Students can retake exams if they failed or want to improve scores from their first attempt within the same academic year.
Registration Deadline Approaches
Students must submit applications online before midnight. Registration is available through the MP Online kiosk system or the official MPBSE website at mpbse.nic.in. The board will not extend the deadline.
Exam Structure and Fees
The 'Second Main Examination' aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. This allows students to avoid waiting a full academic year to retake exams. The fee structure depends on the number of subjects chosen for improvement. One subject costs ₹500. Two subjects cost ₹1,000. Three or four subjects cost ₹1,500. More than four subjects cost ₹2,000.
Key Dates and Timings
The examinations begin on May 7, 2026 . All exams will run from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Class 10 exams conclude on May 19, 2026 . Class 12 exams continue until May 25, 2026 .
How to Apply
Follow these steps to register:
- Visit the official MP Online page: mpbse.mponline.gov.in.
- Navigate to the 'Counter Based Forms' section.
- Select the 'Examination II Supplementary or Improvement 2026' application link.
- Enter your main exam roll number and select your class.
- Choose the subjects for improvement.
- Complete payment via card or UPI.
- Print your payment receipt.
MPBSE Improvement Exam 2026 Schedule
| Event | Date / Details |
| Registration Deadline | April 22, 2026 |
| Exam Start Date | May 7, 2026 |
| Class 10 Exam Ends | May 19, 2026 |
| Class 12 Exam Ends | May 25, 2026 |
| Exam Timings | 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon |
Registration Fee Structure
| Number of Subjects | Fee |
| One Subject | ₹500 |
| Two Subjects | ₹1,000 |
| Three or Four Subjects | ₹1,500 |
| More than Four Subjects | ₹2,000 |
