Karnataka SSLC & II PUC 2025-26 Provisional Exam Dates Released: Full Schedule At A Glance
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The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB), along with the Department of Pre-University Education (PUE), has released provisional timetables for the SSLC (Class 10) and II PUC (Class 12) examinations for the academic year 2025-26. These tentative dates are designed to help students, teachers, and schools plan preparation, assessments, and exam-related logistics well in advance.
Key Highlights of the New Exam Cycle
Karnataka will continue using the three-exam system for both SSLC and II PUC: Exam 1, Exam 2, and Exam 3. This structure allows students multiple opportunities to perform, with the best score from the exams considered for the final result.
The public objection period for the provisional timetables has been opened, allowing students or schools to raise legitimate concerns or discrepancies before the schedules are finalized.
II PUC (Class 12) Exam-1 – Tentative Dates 2026
According to the provisional timetable released:
- 28 February 2026 – Kannada, Arabic
- 2 March 2026 – Geography, Statistics, Psychology
- 3 March 2026 – English
- 4 March 2026 – Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Marathi, Urdu, Sanskrit, French
- 5 March 2026 – History, Home Science
- 6 March 2026 – Physics
- 7 March 2026 – Optional Kannada, Business Studies, Geology
- 9 March 2026 – Chemistry, Education, Basic Maths
- 10 March 2026 – Economics
- 11 March 2026 – Logic, Biology, Electronics, Computer Science
- 12 March 2026 – Hindi
- 13 March 2026 – Political Science
- 14 March 2026 – Accountancy
- 16 March 2026 – Sociology, Mathematics
- 17 March 2026 – Hindustani Music; Electronics & Hardware; Apparels, Made-ups & Home Furnishings; IT; Retail; Automobile; Healthcare; Beauty & Wellness
SSLC (Class 10) Exam-1 – Tentative Dates 2026
According to the provisional timetable released:
- 18 March 2026 – First Language
- 20 March 2026 – Mathematics, Sociology
- 23 March 2026 – Science, Political Science; Hindustani Music, Carnatic Music
- 25 March 2026 – Second Language
- 28 March 2026 – Social Science
- 30 March 2026 – Third Language; NSQF Subjects
- 1 April 2026 – Junior Technical School Subjects
Exam-2 is expected in late April to early May 2026.
Exam-3, which is the third opportunity for students, is likely to be held from 9 to 21 June 2026.
Always download the official PDF from www.kseab.karnataka.gov.in or PUE Karnataka before making final exam plans.
Admit cards will carry the official subject code, time (morning/afternoon session), and exam centre details
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Why This Matters
Clarity & Forethought: Knowing tentative dates well in advance reduces anxiety, helps in time management, and allows students to allocate study hours efficiently.
Aligned Coaching & School Schedules: Institutions can plan revision slots, mock tests and remedial classes around the board’s timetable.
Logistical Planning: Travel, exam centre arrangements, invigilation, and even study materials procurement benefit from a known schedule.
Key Reminders & Alerts
The pass policy and syllabus remain largely consistent, and there is currently no change in the three-exam system despite speculation otherwise.
For science students in II PUC, practical exams are usually scheduled before the theory papers. Provisional notices suggest practicals may begin late in January to early February 2026, for some subjects.
Always verify timings (morning sessions vs. afternoon sessions) and subject codes via official circulars.
Conclusion
With the 2025-26 SSLC and II PUC provisional timetables now released, Karnataka students have a clear roadmap for their board exams. To succeed, early preparation, continuous revision, and staying updated with official communications are vital. Bookmark KSEAB and PUE portals, follow schedule updates, and build your study plan around the earliest exam dates.
Ambika Krishnamurthy is an education news writer dedicated to covering academic updates, exam alerts, policy changes, and student-centric stories. With a focus on clarity and reliability, she aims to keep readers informed about the latest developments in the education sector, helping students and educators stay ahead in their academic journeys.
