The Directorate of Government Education Telangana announced the dates for the TS SSC (Class 10) exams 2026. These exams will be held from March 14 to April 16, 2026 . All exams will be in pen and paper mode. The board also released the TS SSC Time Table 2026 . Students have about three months to prepare. Results are expected in May 2026 .
TS SSC Exam 2026: New Pattern Explained
The Telangana board has changed the way Class 10 exams are conducted. Now, students will appear for six subjects instead of the previous eleven. This change aims to simplify the exam structure.
The question papers for these exams are designed differently:
- Some subjects, like languages, have a total of 100 marks .
- Other subjects, like parts of Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, have a total of 50 marks per paper.
For each subject paper, the marks are divided into two parts:
- Board Exam (Theory): This is the main written test. It carries 80 marks for 100-mark papers and 40 marks for 50-mark papers.
- Internal Assessment (Formative Test): These marks are given by your school based on classwork, projects, and other activities. It carries 20 marks for 100-mark papers and 10 marks for 50-mark papers.
To pass each paper, students need to score a minimum of 35 marks . This passing mark applies to the combined score of the theory and internal assessment for each paper.
TS SSC Exam 2026: Detailed Marking Scheme
Here is a detailed breakdown of marks for each subject paper:
| Subject Name | Total Marks | Theory Marks | Internal Assessment Marks |
| First Language (Hindi/Urdu/Telugu) | 100 | 80 | 20 |
| Second Language (Hindi/Telugu) | 100 | 80 | 20 |
| Third Language (English) | 100 | 80 | 20 |
| Mathematics (Paper 1) | 50 | 40 | 10 |
| Mathematics (Paper 2) | 50 | 40 | 10 |
| Biological Science | 50 | 40 | 10 |
| Physical Science | 50 | 40 | 10 |
| Geography and Economics | 50 | 40 | 10 |
| History and Civics | 50 | 40 | 10 |
How to Prepare for TS SSC 2026 Exams
With the exams approaching, students should start preparing effectively. Here are some simple tips to help you get ready for the TS SSC 2026 board exams:
- Make a Study Plan: Create a clear timetable for your studies. Decide which subjects to study each day and how much time you will spend on each. Try to follow this plan regularly.
- Cover the Full Syllabus: Go through the complete TS SSC syllabus 2026 . Make sure you understand all topics and do not leave anything out.
- Practice with Sample Papers: Solve TS 10th sample papers and question papers from previous years. This practice helps you understand the exam pattern, the types of questions asked, and how to manage your time.
- Make Short Notes: While studying, write down important formulas, theories, and key points. These short notes will be very useful for quick revision just before the exams.
- Solve Textbook Questions: Practice all questions and examples given in your official TS SSC textbooks . These books are a primary resource and often guide what to expect in the exam.
- Take Regular Breaks: Do not study continuously for very long hours. Take short breaks to rest your mind. This helps you stay focused and remember information better.
- Eat Healthy Food: A healthy diet is important to keep your mind sharp and your body strong. Eat nutritious food to stay energetic and avoid getting sick during your exam preparation period.
