Bihar Board Class 10 Exam Time Table 2026 has been released, with theory exams from February 17 to 25 in two shifts. Practical exams occur in January 2026, and admit cards are expected around January 8.
Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date Sheet Release | December 1, 2025 |
| Practical Exams | January 2026 (e.g., Jan 20, 22) |
| Admit Card Release (Expected) | January 8, 2026 |
| Theory Exams Start | February 17, 2026 |
| Theory Exams End | February 25, 2026 |
First Shift Timetable (9:30 AM–12:45 PM)
| Date | Subject Code | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| 17 Feb 2026 | 101–104 | Hindi/Bengali/Urdu/Maithili (1st Language) |
| 18 Feb 2026 | 110 | Mathematics |
| 19 Feb 2026 | 105–109 | Second Language |
| 20 Feb 2026 | 111 | Social Science |
| 21 Feb 2026 | 112 | Science |
| 23 Feb 2026 | 113 | English (General) |
| 24 Feb 2026 | 114–124 | Optional Subjects |
| 25 Feb 2026 | 127–135 | Vocational Subjects |
Second Shift Timetable (2:00 PM–5:15 PM)
| Date | Subject Code | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| 17 Feb 2026 | 201–204 | Hindi/Bengali/Urdu/Maithili |
| 18 Feb 2026 | 210 | Mathematics |
| 19 Feb 2026 | 205–209 | Second Language |
| 20 Feb 2026 | 211 | Social Science |
| 21 Feb 2026 | 212 | Science |
| 23 Feb 2026 | 213 | English (General) |
| 24 Feb 2026 | 214–224 | Optional Subjects |
Visually Impaired Adjustments
| Subject | Exam Date | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Science (126) | 18 Feb 2026 | 9:30 AM–12:45 PM | Replaces Mathematics |
| Music (125) | 21 Feb 2026 | 9:30 AM–12:45 PM | Replaces Science |
Practical Exam Schedule
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| 20 Jan 2026 | 9:30 AM–12:45 PM |
| 22 Jan 2026 | 9:30 AM–12:45 PM |
Practicals carry 20 marks and are mandatory.
Exam Rules & Tips
- Arrive 30 minutes early with admit card.
- 15 minutes reading time; 3 hours 15 minutes duration.
- No gadgets; follow question paper instructions.
- Revise subject-wise, solve past papers.
Steps to Download BSEB 10th Admit Card
- Go to biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in or secondary.biharboardonline.com.
- Click “Student Section” or “Admit Card” link on the homepage.
- Select “BSEB 10th/Matric Admit Card 2026”.
- Enter your roll number, registration number, and date of birth.
- Solve any captcha if prompted, then submit.
- Verify details on screen, download the PDF, and print a copy.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Release Date | Expected January 8, 2026 |
| Last Download Date | January 15, 2026 |
| Mandatory Checks | Name, roll number, photo, exam center, subjects |
| Download Link | Available only on official BSEB sites |
Bihar Board 10th 2026 FAQs
| # | Question | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | When do BSEB 10th exams start? | February 17, 2026. |
| 2 | What are the exam shifts? | First: 9:30 AM–12:45 PM; Second: 2:00 PM–5:15 PM. |
| 3 | Where to download time table PDF? | biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in. |
| 4 | When are practical exams? | January 2026 (e.g., Jan 20, 22). |
| 5 | Admit card release date? | Expected January 8, 2026. |
| 6 | Are practicals mandatory? | Yes, 20 marks; failure leads to compartment. |
| 7 | What for visually impaired students? | Home Science (Feb 18) replaces Math; Music (Feb 21) replaces Science. |
| 8 | Exam duration per paper? | 3 hours 15 minutes + 15 minutes reading. |
| 9 | Can I carry gadgets? | No electronic devices allowed. |
| 10 | When to reach exam center? | At least 30 minutes early with admit card. |
| 11 | Passing marks required? | Minimum 33% per subject (grace up to 8 marks possible). |
| 12 | Hindi exam date? | February 17 (both shifts). |
| 13 | Math exam date? | February 18 (both shifts). |
| 14 | English exam date? | February 23 (both shifts). |
| 15 | Official website for updates? | biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in or secondary.biharboardonline.com. |