The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) has released the tentative Karnataka SSLC time table for exam 1 and exam 2 on September 20. Students, teachers and parents can submit their objections by October 9, 2025. This year, the board is planning to conduct the SSLC exam-1 from March 18 to April 1, 2026, and the exam-2 will be held from May 18 to May 25, 2026. The final SSLC time table 2026 Karnataka will be published in January 2026. Students can download the Karnataka SSLC time table PDF through the official website, kseab.karnataka.gov.in. We have also provided the direct link to download the Karnataka SSLC time table PDF 2026 in this article below.
Direct Link: KSEAB SSLC Exam-1 and Exam-2 Time Table 2026 PDF Link
The board will conduct the Karnataka SSLC exams in the morning session from 10 am to 1:15 pm. Students appearing for the Karnataka SSLC examination are advised to download the KSEAB SSLC time table 2026 and plan their preparation as early as possible. This year, around 8 lakh students will appear for the exams. Read the entire article to get an overview of the Karnataka SSLC time table 2026, including exam timings, downloading procedure, and important exam day instructions.

Karnataka SSLC Exam-1 Dates 2026

The board will conduct the Karnataka SSLC 2026 examination from March 18 to April 1, 2026. Below, we have provided the tentative schedule for students’ reference. We will also update the table soon after the release of the final Karnataka SSLC exam dates 2026. Meanwhile, students can start their preparation by following this tentative exam time table 2026 KSEAB:

Exam Dates (Tentative)	Subjects (Time 10 am to 1:15 pm)
March 18, 2026	First Language: Kannada, Telugu, Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Urdu, English, English (NCERT) Sanskrit
March 20, 2026	Mathematics, Sociology
March 23, 2026	Science, Political Science, Hindustani music, Carnatic music
March 25, 2026	Second Language: English, Kannada
March 28, 2026	Social Science
March 30, 2026	Third Language: Hindi, Hindi (NCERT), Kannada, English, Arabic, Persian, Urdu, Sanskrit, Konkani, Tulu, NSQF exam subjects(IT, Retail, Automobile, Healthcare, Beauty and Wellness, Apparel made ups and Home furnishing, Electronics and hardware)
April 1, 2026	Junior Technical School Subjects: Elements of Electrical Engineering IV, Elements of Mechanical Engineering – IV, Elements of Electronics Engineering-IV, Programming in ANSI 'C', Economics

Karnataka SSLC Practical Exams 2026

For JTS students, practical and oral examinations will be conducted on April 2, 2026. In the previous year, it was held on April 5, 2025, at their respective schools. Following the Karnataka board's curriculum, these practical assessments help students' overall scores. These practical exams are important for academic achievement.

Karnataka SSLC 2026 Exam Timings

The Karnataka SSLC exams will be conducted in a single shift from 10 am to 1:15 pm for most subjects. Students are advised to arrive at the examination centre at least 30 minutes before the commencement of the exam to avoid any last-minute rush.

Karnataka SSLC Preparatory Exam Time Table 2026

KSEAB also releases the schedule for Class 10 preparatory exams 2026. Students can access the Karnataka SSLC preparatory time table 2026 by clicking on the link provided. Alternatively, they can visit kseab.karnataka.gov.in to download the Karnataka SSLC preparatory exam time table PDF. The Kar SSLC preparatory exams will be held in February-March 2026 before the final board exams.

Karnataka SSLC Time Table 2026 - Highlights

Students can find the highlights of the Karnataka Class 10 timetable 2026 in the table below. The table is constantly updated with the latest information whenever new information is available from the Karnataka board.

Exam conducting body	Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board
Exam name	Karnataka Secondary School Leaving Certificate Examination 2026
Karnataka SSLC exam 1 timetable 2026 release date	September 20, 2025 (tentative time table) January 2026 (final time table)
KSEAB SSLC exam 1 dates	March 18 to April 1, 2026 (tentative)
Karnataka SSLC board exam 2 2026 date	May 18 to May 25, 2026
Karnataka SSLC board exam 3 2026 date	June 2026
Karnataka SSLC time table website	kseab.karnataka.gov.in sslc.karnataka.gov.in

Previous Year Karnataka SSLC Time Table Release Date

Last year, the board conducted the Karnataka SSLC exam from March 21 to April 4, 2025.

Year

Details

2025

December 2, 2024 (tentative time table)

January 10, 2025 (final time table)

How to Download Karnataka SSLC Exam Time Table 2026 PDF?

Downloading the Karnataka SSLC exam time table 2026 is a simple process. Follow the steps given below. Students can download the Karnataka Class 10 timetable 2026 provided by the Karnataka board and plan their study plan accordingly.

Visit the official KSEAB website at kseab.karnataka.gov.in.
Navigate to the documents section and click on SSLC, then time table.
Select the option for the March/April 2026 main examination.
The website displays the Karnataka SSLC exam timetable 2026 PDF.
Download the Karnataka SSLC date sheet 2026 for future reference.

Details Mentioned in SSLC Time Table 2026 Karnataka

Students should thoroughly review the timetable to prepare effectively for their examinations. The Karnataka SSLC exam time table 2026 will include the following important details.

Exam name
Exam dates and days of Practical and theory exams
Exam timings
Subject names and codes
Instructions for the exams

Karnataka SSLC Exam-2 Dates 2026

The Karnataka Board conducts KSEAB exam-2 and exam-3 for students who want to improve their results. This year, the KSEAB will conduct the SSLC exam-2 from May 18 to May 25, 2026. Last year, the Karnataka SSLC Exam-2 was conducted from May 26 to June 2, 2025. While Exam-3 was held from June 23 to June 30, 2025. Below, we have provided the tentative Karnataka SSLC Exam-2 time table 2026:

Exam Dates (Tentative)	Subjects (Time 10 am to 1:15 pm)
May 18, 2026	First Language: Kannada, Telugu, Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Urdu, English, English (NCERT) Sanskrit
May 19, 2026	Science, Political Science, Hindustani music, Carnatic music
May 20, 2026	Second Language: English Kannada
May 21, 2026	Mathematics, Sociology
May 22, 2026	Third Language: Hindi, Hindi (NCERT), Kannada, English, Arabic, Persian, Urdu, Sanskrit, Konkani, Tulu, NSQF exam subjects(IT, Retail, Automobile, Healthcare, Beauty and Wellness, Apparel made ups and Home furnishing, Electronics and hardware)
May 23, 2026	Social Science
May 25, 2026	Junior Technical School Subjects: Elements of Electrical Engineering IV, Elements of Mechanical Engineering – IV, Elements of Electronics Engineering-IV, Programming in ANSI 'C', Economics

Note: For JTS students, practical and oral examinations will be conducted on May 26, 2026.

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Karnataka SSLC Exam Day Instructions 2026

On the day of the Karnataka SSLC exam, students must follow a few instructions as mentioned in the admit card. These instructions help students to finish the exams smoothly without interruption.

They must arrive at the examination centre 30 minutes before the exam starts.
They have to carry the Karnataka SSLC admit card for identification. Without it, they will not be allowed to enter the examination.
Students must avoid bringing any prohibited items into the examination hall, like mobile phones, smartwatches, tablets, calculators (unless specifically permitted), or any other electronic gadgets that can store or transmit information.
Fill in the attendance sheet with the correct credentials.
The board will give 15 minutes extra for reading the question paper. Students must utilise it properly and attempt all the questions carefully.

Preparation Tips for Karnataka SSLC Examination 2026

Students appearing for the Karnataka 10th class examinations can follow the steps given below.

Prepare a study schedule according to the Karnataka Class 10 time table 2026 and follow it thoroughly.
Clear the Karnataka SSLC 2026 syllabus at least a month before the examination.
Make sure to ask for advice from teachers and seniors to enhance understanding of concepts.
Familiarise yourself with the exam pattern and marking scheme.
Solve previous years’ Karnataka SSLC question papers to enhance problem-solving skills and time management.
Take healthy breaks in between to avoid stress.

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Karnataka SSLC Result 2026