DHSE Kerala Plus Two Exams 2026: SAY Result (OUT), Dates, Syllabus, Pattern, PYQ Papers

Kerala Board of Higher Secondary Education 12th 2026 ( Kerala 12th )

Anangsha Patra
Updated on Aug 14, 2026 19:49 IST

By Anangsha Patra, Manager – Editorial

Kerala Plus Two Exams 2027: The Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE) will release Kerala Plus two datesheet 2027 in October. Last year, the datesheet was released on October 25. Kerala Plus two exam 2027 will be conducted in March. In 2026, the exam was held from March 6 to March 28, 2026. 

Latest Updates: 

  • Admit card will be issued online in February 
  • Students need to secure 33% in the exam separately in practical and theory subjects
  • Result will be announced in May
  • Those clearing the exam can take admission in Class 11
  • In 2026, the overall pass percentage in main board exam was 77.97%

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Table of contents
  • What is DHSE Kerala +2 Exam?
  • DHSE 12th Exam dates 2026
  • Kerala Class 12 Exam Pattern, Syllabus & Preparation 2027
  • Kerala Plus Two Sample Question Papers
  • Kerala 12th Admit Card 2026
  • Kerala DHSE Result 2027
  • FAQs on Kerala Plus Two Exam 2026
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What is DHSE Kerala +2 Exam?

Department of Higher Secondary Education, (DHSE) Kerala organises DHSE Kerala +2 exams in the state. Students who pass the first year exams of Kerala DHSE can appear for +2 exams. The applications for the exam are required to be submitted in offline mode through respective schools. Students preparing for the examinations must finish the syllabus and solve and practice the old question papers.

Kerala DHSE Highlights

Particular Details
Full Exam Name Kerala Department of Higher Secondary Education 12th Examination
Short Exam Name Kerala DHSE
Conducting Body Kerala Board of Public Examinations
Frequency of Conduct Once a year
Exam Level Intermediate
Exam Duration 2 Hours 30 Minutes

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DHSE 12th Exam dates 2026

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of Kerala 12th 2026 exam

DatesPast Exam Dates
25 Jul ' 26

Kerala 12th SAY Result 2026

29 Jun ' 26 - 03 Jul ' 26

Kerala SAY Exam 2026

26 May ' 26

Kerala Plus Two Result 2026

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Kerala Class 12 Exam Pattern, Syllabus & Preparation 2027

The exam pattern, syllabus and preparation tips are given below.

Kerala +2 Exam Pattern 2027

Those who are appearing for the Kerala 12th board exam should know the complete Kerala Class 12 exam pattern as this would help them in better preparation for their Kerala Class 12 examinations. The pattern gives an idea about the type of questions asked in the examination as well as the marking scheme. The overview of exam pattern is given below.

Particulars Details

Mode of examination

Pen and paper format

Duration of exam

2 to 2.5 hours

Plus Two Total marks

100

Examination components

Terminal examination
Continuous examination
Practical examination

Qualifying criteria (plus two grading system in Kerala)

D+ or above (30% aggregate); and a minimum of 30% in TE separately

Kerala Plus Two Syllabus 2027

Students appearing for the Kerala Class 12 examinations should be thorough with the entire Kerala class 12 syllabus. Students can divide the important topics into small parts and finish before time. Knowing the plus two syllabus will help students to understand what to learn and what not to. They are advised to start the preparation as per the Kerala plus two syllabus.

  • Open the official website - dhsekerala.gov.in.
  • Click on Kerala Plus Two Syllabus
  • The DHSE Kerala Plus Two Syllabus will be opened.
  • Download and Save Kerala 12th syllabus

Kerala 12th Preparation Tips

Students are advised to go through the Kerala 12th preparation tips to achieve better results. Following are some preparation tips for the Kerala plus two 2026 exam.

  • Know the plus two exam syllabus.
  • Make a proper time table.
  • Learn the text books thoroughly.
  • Revise regularly.
  • Make notes of important formulas and theorems.
  • Solve and learn previous year plus two question papers.
  • Attempt model exam question papers.
  • Maintain health

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Kerala Plus Two Sample Question Papers

Students preparing for Kerala Plus two exams should download the old Kerala plus two question papers and learn. It will also help them to get high marks. This will help them to increase their speed of solving questions.

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Kerala 12th English Sample Question Paper Download PDF
Kerala 12th Maths Sample Question Paper Download PDF
Kerala 12th Physics Sample Question Paper Download PDF
Kerala 12th Chemistry Sample Question Paper Download PDF

 

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Kerala 12th Admit Card 2026

Kerala Plus Two admit card 2026.is used online for schools. Students need to download Kerala 12th admit card from schools.The process to download admit card is given below.

  • Visit board's website
  • Click on 'Kerala Plus Two admit card' link
  • Enter required details
  • Hall ticket appears on screen 
  • Download and save it

 

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Kerala DHSE Result 2027

Kerala 12th result 2027 will be announced online. The link to check result is made available on board's website. Students can check their results using roll number and DOB. Here are the steps to check Kerala DHSE +2 Result. 

  • Open the official website and click on the link of DHSE result provided above
  • Enter roll number and class
  • Submit the required details
  • DHSE Kerala +2 result will open on the screen
  • Download the same and keep it safe for future use

 

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FAQs on Kerala Plus Two Exam 2026

Check the FAQs on Kerala Plus two exam.

Q:   What if I am unable to clear the Kerala 12th Supplementary exam as well?
A: 

If students fail Kerala 12th SAY exam, they have to repeat year and write plus two exam next year. They have to work hard and prepare well for exam. They can go to any tuition centres for Kerala 12th SAY exam preparation. They should make a proper time table and learn well. 

Q:   What if there are any errors in the Kerala Plus two admit card?
A: 

Students have to immediately report to the school authorities if any errors are found in the Plus two hall ticket. They are advised to verify the details mentioned on the Kerala 12th hall ticket. Schools will contact the corresponding authorities and get it corrected. Kerala Plus two hall ticket is an important document which students have to carry on all the exam days. They have to keep it safe until the results are announced.

Q:   What if I am not satisfied with my Kerala plus two result?
A: 

Those who are not satisfied with their Kerala 12th result may opt for re-evaluation. The application fee is INR 250 per subject.

Q:   Will Kerala education board release sample question papers for Kerala plus two exam?
A: 

Kerala education board releases sample question papers for plus two and plus one. We have provided those on this page. Students can also visit the website, questionpool.scert.kerala.gov.in/ for downloading the Kerala Plus two sample question papers. They can download the same in PDF format. Practicing Kerala Plus two sample question papers help students to know the pattern of the exam.

Q:   What is the fees for revaluation of the Kerala Plus two result?
A: 

The fees for revaluation of the Kerala plus two result per subject is INR 500. The charges for scrutiny and photocopy of the answer sheets are INR 100 and INR 300 respectively. Those who are not satisfied with the Kerala plus two result can apply for revaluation or photocopy or scrutiny of answer sheets. 

Q:   From where, I will get Kerala Plus two original certificate?
A: 

Students have to collect their Kerala Plus two original certificate from their schools. They will be notified by the schools after the release of the results. Usually students will receive the Kerala plus two mark list within 2 weeks after the results.

Q:   What is the duration of the Kerala 12th exam?
A: 

The duration of each paper of the Kerala 12th exam is 2.5 hours. The timing of the exam is given in the Kerala Plus two time table. Timing of the subjects without practical will be from 9.30 AM to 12.15 PM including cool off time of 15 minutes. Subjects with practical except Biology and Music will be held from 9.30 AM to 11.45 AM including cool off time of 15 minutes. Biology will be held from 9.30 A. M to 11.55 A. M including cool off time (25 minutes I. e. , 15 minutes for Botany & Zoology and 10 minutes preparatory time for Zoology). The timing of Music will be 9.30 AM to 11.15 AM including cool off time (15 minutes).

Q:   Will I get Kerala plus two hall ticket, if I have less attendance?
A: 

It is mandatory to have 75% attendance to get hall ticket for the board examinations. However, you may submit a medical certificate in case you were not well or due to any other medical condition to get a waiver. 

Q:   Is it necessary to pass the model exam to get the Kerala 12th hall ticket?
A: 

No, it is not mandatory to pass the model exam to get the Kerala 12th hall ticket. Model exams are meant for students to be familiar with the board exam. Clearing the model exams is not a criteria for obtaining the Kerala 12th hall ticket.

Q:   Does Kerala board issue separate hall ticket for practical and theory exam?
A: 

No, Kerala board issue do not issue separate hall ticket for practical and theory exam. Students are given only one hall ticket with which they can appear for both practical and theory. 

Q:   From where can I collect the Kerala 12th hall ticket?
A: 

Students can collect the Kerala Plus Two hall ticket from their respective schools. Schools will notify the dates to collect the Kerala 12th hall ticket. The DHSE Kerala will release the Kerala 12th hall ticket online at school login. Schools will be able to download the Kerala 12th hall tickets. Students should verify the details mentioned on the DHSE Kerala 12th hall ticket.

Q:   Is it mandatory to practice the Kerala Plus Two previous years question papers?
A: 

Kerala Class 12 qestion papers helps students to know the pattern and type of questions asked in the Kerala 12th board exam. Solving the plus two old question papers will help them to improve confidence, know difficulty level and manage time.

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