CBSE announces updated SOPs for Class 10 and 12 practical exams, including strict timelines, mark uploading rules, and no extensions for scheduled dates.
CBSE has released new rules and instructions for Practical Exams, Projects, and Internal Assessments for Class 10 (X) and Class 12 (XII). These exams happen every year, and this time CBSE has made some changes to make everything clear and correct.
Why Tre These CBSE Guidelines & SOPs Important?
Every year, schools conduct practical exams and upload marks. CBSE noticed that some schools make mistakes in correct and timely assessment of Practical, Project and Internal Assessment components and later ask CBSE to change marks after its results announcement. CBSE has stated that this time no changes will be allowed after marks are uploaded.So, schools must follow the rules carefully.
What Schools Must Do? They should follow SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) strictly. Complete the exams on time. This year, CBSE will hold 4 exams, so time is very short. Schools need to make sure that they upload correct marks on the CBSE web portal. School heads must check the maximum marks for each subject before uploading. Details are given in CBSE Circular dated 17 November 2025.
Once marks are uploaded, they cannot be changed later. If a student is playing in a National or International Sports Event, and the exam date clashes, the school can reschedule the practical. But no extra time will be given beyond the official schedule.
General Instructions
- Practical exams must follow the syllabus and guidelines given on CBSE’s official academic website: cbseacademic.nic.in
- Schools should check the maximum marks for each subject from the official curriculum and latest CBSE circular.
Dates for CBSE Practical/ Internal Assessments
| School Type | Practical Examinations/Project/Internal Assessments Date |
|---|---|
| Regular Session Schools | 1st January, 2026 to 14th February, 2026. |
| Winter Bound Schools | 06th November, 2025 (Thursday) to 06th December, (Saturday) 2025 |
CBSE will not give any extension of dates. Schools must finish exams within these dates. According to CBSE, Schools must follow all instructions carefully. No request to change marks will be accepted after uploading. Correct and timely assessment is very important for declaring results.
CBSE will conduct CBSE 12th exams 2026 between February 17 and April 9, 2026. The CBSE commerce exams 2026 will be held between February 21 and March 28, 2026. You can check the date sheet below:
Date |
Subject |
|---|---|
21-Feb-2026 |
Business studies, business administration |
9-Mar-2026 |
Mathematics, applied mathematics |
12-Mar-2026 |
English elective, English core |
18-Mar-2026 |
Economics |
25-Mar-2026 |
Informatics Practices, computer science, IT |
28-Mar-2026 |
Accountancy |
Students can click on CBSE 12th date sheet 2026 to check and download the detailed CBSE Class 12 date sheet.
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CBSE released the final CBSE Class 10 date sheet 2026 for Phase 1 and 2 exams in Oct 2025 on the official website. Students can click on the link provided to check the detailed date sheet.
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