MPBSE announces MP Board 2026 Class 10, 12 exam dates; over 15 lakh students appeared in 2025 with pass rates of 76.22% (Class 10) and 74.48% (Class 12).
The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (MPBSE) has officially announced the MP Board Class 10 and Class 12 exam dates 2026, along with the schedule for Diploma in Pre-School Education (DPSE) exams. The decision was finalised in the Board meeting held on August 13, 2025.
MP Board Class 10, 12 Exam Dates 2026
The MP Board Class 12 exams for regular and private candidates will be held from February 7 to March 3, 2026, while Class 10 exams are scheduled from February 18 to March 3, 2026. The Diploma in Pre-School Education (DPSE) exams will be conducted from February 10 to February 19, 2026. Practical examinations for Class 10, Class 12, and DPSE will take place between February 10 and March 10, 2026, as per the schedule provided by individual schools or allotted centres.
MP Board Exam Schedule 2026
| Exam Name | Exam Dates | Time | Total Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 12 Higher Secondary (Regular/Private) | Feb 7 – Mar 3, 2026 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | 17 |
| Class 10 High School (Regular/Private) | Feb 18 – Mar 3, 2026 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | 09 |
| DPSE (Diploma in Pre-School Education) | Feb 10 – Feb 19, 2026 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | 08 |
| Practical Exams (Class 10, 12 & DPSE) | Feb 10 – Mar 10, 2026 | As per school/allotted exam centre schedule | — |
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Class 10: 9.92 lakh students appeared; pass percentage 76.22%.
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Class 12: 6.75 lakh students appeared; pass percentage 74.48%.
This brings the total number of students who appeared in MP Board 2025 exams to over 15 lakh.
Exam Guidelines & Admit Card Release
MPBSE is expected to release MP Board 2026 admit cards in the last week of January 2026 on its official website. Students must carry their admit card, school ID, and essential stationery to the exam centre, reaching at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time. Items such as mobile phones, calculators, and smart watches will be prohibited inside the examination hall.
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