Karnataka SSLC board exam 2026 will begin from March 18. Students must wear school uniform, carry their Karnataka SSLC hall ticket and necessary stationery, and follow all exam day guidelines issued by board. Check details here
Karnataka SSLC Board Exam 2026
Karnataka SSLC Board Exam 2026: The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board will begin Karnataka SSLC (class 10) board exams 2026 from March 18, 2026. Thousands of students across the state will appear Karnataka SSLC First Language on day 1. Students appearing for KSEAB 10th board exam should check exam timings, dress code and important guidelines to avoid any problems at exam centre.
As per Karnataka SSLC time table 2026 released earlier, class 10th exam will be held till April 2. SSLC paper will be conducted from 10 AM to 1:15 PM, totalling 3 hours and 15 minutes. Students must note that 15 minutes are allocated for reading Karnataka SSLC question paper, which will be distributed at 10:00 AM.
Karnataka SSLC Exam 2026 Dates
According to official schedule released by KSEAB, SSLC exams will be conducted for 7 subjects. Check table to know Karnataka SSLC schedule
| Exam Dates |
Subjects |
|---|---|
| March 18, 2026 |
First Language |
| March 23, 2026 |
Science / Political Science / Music |
| March 25, 2026 |
Second Language |
| March 28, 2026 |
Mathematics and Sociology |
| March 30, 2026 |
Third Language |
| April 1, 2026 |
Junior Technical Subjects |
| April 2, 2026 |
Social Science |
Karnataka SSLC Exam 2026 Timings
Karnatak SSLC exam papers will be held in morning session.
- Reading Time: 15 minutes
- Exam Time: 10:00 AM to 1:15 PM
Reporting Time: Students are advised to reach the SSLC exam centre between 9:45 and 10:00 AM to complete verification and seating procedures. They should use the first 15 minutes to read SSLC question paper, as writing during this time is not allowed.
Karnataka SSLC 2026 Dress Code
Commonly asked questions
Karnataka SSLC Exam-2 2026 will be held from May 18 to 25, 2026. The Karnataka board decided to keep 3 exams instead of supplementary exams. Karnataka SSLC 2026 Exam 1 was held from March 18 to April 2, 2026. The final dates of the Karnataka SSLC exam 2026 are released. SSLC exam 3 will be held in July 2026.
The Karnataka Board has decided to introduce ‘three annual examinations’ namely Exam 1, Exam 2 and Exam 3 for SSLC exams. Those who fail in exam 1 can appear for exam 2 and exam 3. Applications for Karnataka SSLC supplementary exams are done through schools. Students will have to pay the required fee to apply for the same. The KSEAB will announce the dates of the SSLC supplementary exam soon after the release of the SSLC result 2026. It is expected that supplementary exams will be held in May and June 2026.
Karnataka SSLC Exam 2026 was held from March 18 to April 1, 2026. The Karnataka board released the final Karnataka SSLC exam 2026 time table in January 2026. Students can also download the Karnataka SSLC exam time table 2026 in PDF format. We have provided the Karnataka SSLC time table 2026 on our Karnataka SSLC time table page.
Students asking is it compulsory to wear school uniform in board exams 10th must know and follow official dress code guidelines while appearing.
- Wearing school uniform is mandatory for all students appearing for SSLC exam.
- Students should wear simple and proper uniform that allows easy identification at exam centre..
Documents and Items to Carry at Karnataka SSLC 2026 Exam Centre
Students should carry these to Karnataka 10th exam centre
- SSLC Hall Ticket
- Blue or black ballpoint pens
- Geometry box (for Mathematics or relevant subjects)
- Transparent water bottle
- Any additional stationery required for the exam
Without the hall ticket, students may not be allowed to enter the examination hall.
Items Not Allowed in Karnataka SSLC Exam Hall
The board has also strictly prohibited these items inside exam centre. Students must not carry:
- Mobile phones
- Smart watches
- Bluetooth devices or earphones
- Calculators (unless specifically allowed)
- Written notes or chits
- Any electronic gadgets.
Important Instructions for Students Appearing for SSLC Board Exam 2026
Students appearing for board exam should keep these important instructions in mind:
- Reach exam centre at least 30 minutes early.
- Sit only in the seat assigned by the invigilator.
- Carefully write registration/roll number and subject code on answer sheet.
- Maintain silence and discipline inside exam hall.
- Follow all instructions given by invigilators and exam authorities.
- Students should also check all details on their hall ticket in advance to avoid last-minute confusion.
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