The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) is conducting the KSEAB SSLC preparatory exam-1 from January 5 to 10, 2026. The board will conduct the exam-2 from January 27 to February 2, 2026, and exam-3 will be held from February 23 to February 28, 2026, with each exam session running from 10 AM to 1:15 PM. The board released the SSLC preparatory examination timetables on December 17, 2026.
Download Link: KSEAB SSLC Preparatory Exam 1 Time Table 2026 PDF
Download Link: KSEAB SSLC Preparatory Exam 2 Time Table 2026 PDF
Download Link: KSEAB SSLC Preparatory Exam 3 Time Table 2026 PDF
Following these, the final Karnataka SSLC exam-1 will be held from March 18 to April 2, 2026. Karnataka Board preparatory exams provide an opportunity to assess one's understanding of the KSEAB SSLC final exam syllabus, identify areas needing improvement, and acclimate to the exam environment, thereby reducing anxiety during the final board examination.
The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board announced the final KSEAB SSLC exam-1 time table 2026, much before the announcement of the preparatory exam schedule. Students who were anticipating the release of the Karnataka Board Class 10th preparatory time table can now download the complete exam schedule for preparatory exams from the links given above. In the following tables, students can find the final exam schedule for Kar SSLC preparatory exam 1, exam 2, and exam 3 for 2026.
| Exam Dates | Subjects | Time |
|---|---|---|
| January 5, 2026 | First Language: Kannada, Telugu, Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Urdu, English, English (NCERT), Sanskrit | 10 am to 1:15 pm |
| January 6, 2026 | Mathematics | 10 am to 1:15 pm |
| January 7, 2026 | Second Language: English, Kannada | 10 am to 1 pm |
| January 8, 2026 | Third Language: Hindi, Hindi (NCERT), Kannada, English, Arabic, Persian, Urdu, Sanskrit, Konkani, Tulu | 10 am to 1 pm |
| January 9, 2026 | Science | 10 am to 1:15 pm |
| January 10, 2026 | Social Science | 10 am to 1:15 pm |
| Exam Dates | Subjects | Time |
|---|---|---|
| January 27, 2026 | First Language: Kannada, Telugu, Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Urdu, English, English (NCERT) Sanskrit | 10 am to 1:15 pm |
| January 28, 2026 | Mathematics | 10 am to 1:15 pm |
| January 29, 2026 | Second Language: English, Kannada | 10 am to 1 pm |
| January 30, 2026 | Third Language: Hindi, Hindi (NCERT), Kannada, English, Arabic, Persian, Urdu, Sanskrit, Konkani, Tulu | 10 am to 1 pm |
| January 31, 2026 | Science | 10 am to 1:15 pm |
| February 2, 2026 | Social Science | 10 am to 1:15 pm |
| Exam Dates | Subjects | Time |
|---|---|---|
February 23, 2026 | First Language: Kannada, Telugu, Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Urdu, English, English (NCERT), Sanskrit | 10 am to 1:15 pm |
February 24, 2026 | Mathematics | 10 am to 1:15 pm |
February 25, 2026 | Second Language: English, Kannada | 10 am to 1 pm |
February 26, 2026 | Third Language: Hindi, Hindi (NCERT), Kannada, English, Arabic, Persian, Urdu, Sanskrit, Konkani, Tulu | 10 am to 1 pm |
February 27, 2026 | Science | 10 am to 1:15 pm |
February 28, 2026 | Social Science | 10 am to 1:15 pm |
Students can follow the simple steps given below to download the Karnataka Board Class 10 preparatory exam time table 2026 PDF online:
Visit the KSEAB official website at kseab.karnataka.gov.in.
Navigate to the 'SSLC' section.
Go to the ‘Time Table’ tab.
Now, click on the link titled ‘SSLC Preparatory Exam Time Table 2025-26.’
The SSLC preparatory timetable PDF will open; you can download it and print it out for reference.
KSEAB SSLC Preparatory Exam Time Table Image (Exam 1)

KSEAB SSLC Preparatory Exam Time Table Image (Exam 2)

KSEAB SSLC Preparatory Exam Time Table Image (Exam 3)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, preparatory exams are mandatory as they help students assess their readiness for the final exams.
No, preparatory exam marks do not directly impact the final SSLC results but are essential for self-assessment and preparation.
No, the exam schedule is fixed by KSEAB and cannot be altered for individual requests.
The syllabus for the preparatory exams is the same as that of the final exams. Hence, students need to study the SSLC syllabus and also go through the KSEAB SSLC exam pattern 2026 for more clarity during preparation.
On Question asked by student community
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The link to the question paper is attached here. You can also find the answer key on the website of Careers360. Careers360 provides students with preparation tips that will help them utilise their time in preparation.
https://school.careers360.com/boards/kseeb/karnataka-sslc-preparatory-exam-question-paper-2025-26
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The link to the answer key is attached here. You can find the answer key for all subjects of all three exams. Careers360 provide students with preparation tips that will help students utilise their time in preparation
https://school.careers360.com/boards/kseeb/karnataka-sslc-preparatory-exam-question-paper-2025-26
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The link to the answer key is attached here. You can also find the answer key for the other subjects. The preparation tips on the website of Careers360 will help you utilise your time effectively in your preparation
https://school.careers360.com/boards/kseeb/karnataka-sslc-preparatory-exam-answer-key-2026
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You will be able to download the Karnataka SSLC Preparatory Exam 2026 Answer Keys from our official website, careers360, by using the link which is given below.
https://school.careers360.com/boards/kseeb/karnataka-sslc-preparatory-exam-answer-key-2026
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The Karnataka SSLC examination is conducted by the Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board. As the name suggests, the preparatory examination is for preparing the candidates for the SSLC examination.
The answer key is available on the official website of Careers360. Link below.
https://school.careers360.com/boards/kseeb/karnataka-sslc-preparatory-exam-answer-key-2026
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