CBSE Class 10 Phase 2 Date Sheet 2026 Out: Check Second Exam Dates (May 15 – May 21)

CBSE Class 10 Phase 2 (Second) Date Sheet 2026

The CBSE Class 10 exams was conducted from May 15 to 21, 2026. All papers were conducted in a single shift from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM.

Eligibility for CBSE Class 10 Phase 2 Exams

Only those students who have appeared in Phase 1, conducted between February and March 2026, are eligible to take the second or improvement exam. They must register for the phase 2 exam by submitting the LOC through the schools. The second exam provides an opportunity to improve performance in up to three subjects, and is treated purely as an improvement attempt rather than a separate academic year.

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Has the CBSE 10th Phase 2 exam registration been completed?

Yes, the CBSE Class 10 Phase 2 exam registration is now closed. Check the CBSE Class 10 phase 2 application dates below

• The Central Board of Secondary Education opened the registration (LOC submission) window from April 16 to April 20, 2026 (without a late fee)

• A late fee window was given from April 21 to April 22, 2026

• After April 22, 2026, no applications were accepted

Regular students are not allowed to register independently, as schools submit the CBSE LOC application (LOC) on their behalf. However, private candidates can apply directly through the official Central Board of Secondary Education portal (cbse.gov.in) within the same specified time period. CBSE will consider the best of the two scores from Phase 1 and Phase 2 for their final marksheet.

How many students will appear in CBSE Phase 2 Exam 2026?

Gender-wise Distribution of CBSE 10th Phase 2 Exam