The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) has officially issued the SSLC (Class 10) Time Table for the academic year 2025-26, providing students with a clear schedule for their board exam preparation. According to the amended schedule, the SSLC Exam 1 will be held from March 18 to April 2, 2026, followed by Exam 2 from May 18 to May 25, 2026. With the availability of these dates, students, parents, and teachers can better organise their study schedules, revision tactics, and exam preparation. This site contains the whole Karnataka SSLC 2026 timetable, test guidelines, and important preparation advice to assist students in staying prepared and confident throughout their board exam experience.
Karnataka SSLC 2026 Time Table – Key Highlights
The board has released the final timetable for the Class 10 (SSLC) exams for 2026.
- Exam 1 (Main) will be held from 18 March to 2 April 2026.
- Exam 2 (for improvement/supply) is scheduled from 18 May to 25 May 2026.
- Exam timing: 10:00 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. for most subjects.
- The final timetable was released on 4 November 2025.
Detailed Date-Sheet for Exam 1
Here are some of the key subject dates from the main exam:
- 18 March 2026: First Language (Kannada, Telugu, Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Urdu, English, English (NCERT), Sanskrit)
- 23 March 2026: Science, Political Science, Hindustani Music, Carnatic Music
- 25 March 2026: Second Language – English, Kannada
- 28 March 2026: Mathematics, Sociology
- 30 March 2026: Third Language – Hindi (and others like Arabic, Persian, Urdu, Sanskrit, Konkani, Tulu), along with NSQF/technical subjects.
- 1 April 2026: Junior Technical School subjects – e.g., Elements of Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics Engineering-IV, Programming in ANSI C, Economics.
- 2 April 2026: Social Science
Date-Sheet for Exam 2 (Improvement/Supply)
For those appearing in Exam 2, here are the dates:
- 18 May 2026: First Language (same set as earlier)
- 19 May 2026: Science, Political Science, Music (Hindustani & Carnatic)
- 20 May 2026: Second Language – English, Kannada
- 21 May 2026: Mathematics, Sociology
- 22 May 2026: Third Language & NSQF/technical subjects (IT, Retail, Automobile, Healthcare, Beauty & Wellness, Apparel, Home Furnishing, Electronics & Hardware)
- 23 May 2026: Social Science
- 25 May 2026: Junior Technical School subjects as above
What’s Included in the Time Table & Important Instructions
What students will find in the timetable:
- Exam name, dates (theory & practical)
- Subject names and codes
- Exam timings
- Instructions for students on exam day
Exam-day instructions students should keep in mind:
- Arrive at the examination centre at least 30 minutes before the exam begins.
- Carry the admit card for identification; without it, entry may not be permitted.
- Do not bring mobile phones, smart-watches, tablets, calculators (unless explicitly permitted) or any gadget that can store/transmit information.
- You’ll get 15 minutes of extra reading time at the start; use it wisely to carefully read through the question paper.
How to Download the Time Table PDF
Here’s the step-by-step download process:
- Visit the official KSEAB website: kseab.karnataka.gov.in
- Navigate to the Documents section (or relevant section) → choose SSLC Time Table
- Select the option for the March/April 2026 main examination (or the May 2026 improvement exam)
- Download the PDF for future reference.
Preparation Tips for Students
Since you now have the official schedule, here are some helpful suggestions to plan your preparation:
- Create a study schedule aligned with the timetable so each subject gets appropriate revision time.
- Finish your syllabus at least one month before the exams.
- Understand the exam pattern, marking scheme and weightage for each subject.
- Practice previous-year question papers and sample papers to improve time management and performance.
- Take healthy breaks — avoid burnout and maintain a calm, consistent routine.
Why the Time Table Matters
- Having a clear schedule helps students visualise how much time they have for each subject and avoid last-minute surprises.
- It allows teachers and schools to map out revision sessions, mock tests, and ensure all topics are covered timely.
- For parents, knowing the dates helps coordinate logistics (transportation, stress management, healthy routines) for the student.
- The split into Exam 1 and Exam 2 gives a second chance for students needing improvement — a helpful structure.
Conclusion
Students now have a specific schedule to prepare for one of their major academic milestones, thanks to KSEAB’s release of the SSLC Time Table. Exams are set for March–April (main) and May (improvement), so now is a good time to solidify your study plan, go over your areas of weakness, be consistent, and avoid stress.
