The Assam State School Education Board (SEBA) and the Assam Higher Secondary Education Council (AHSEC) have officially released the much-awaited 2026 board exam date sheet. The timetable gives students clarity on the exact dates and timings for both Class 10 (HSLC) and Class 12 (HS) board examinations.
Key Highlights
HSLC (Class 10) exams will run from 10 February to 27 February 2026, while HS (Class 12) exams begin on 11 February and conclude on 16 March 2026.
Exams will be held in two shifts:
- Morning: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Afternoon: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Students are allowed 5 to 10 minutes of extra time before the start of each shift for reading the question paper.
Practical exams for HS (Class 12) are scheduled from 27 January to 7 February 2026.
For SEBA HSLC (Class 10), the practical examination window is also expected to be in January 2026, though exact dates will be notified separately.
Full Exam Schedule - HSLC (Class 10) – SEBA
| Date | Subjects |
| 10 Feb 2026 (Tue) | MIL / English |
| 13 Feb 2026 (Fri) | Social Science |
| 14 Feb 2026 (Sat) | Music, Dance, Wood Craft, Home Science, Fine Art, Weaving & Textile Design |
| 16 Feb 2026 (Mon) | English |
| 20 Feb 2026 (Fri) | General Mathematics |
| 23 Feb 2026 (Mon) | General Science |
| 24 Feb 2026 (Tue) | Manipuri, Santhali |
| 25 Feb 2026 (Wed) | Hindi, Garment Designing |
| 26 Feb 2026 (Thu) | Advanced Mathematics, Geography, History, Sanskrit, Computer Science, Commerce, Nepali, Arabic, Persian, Assamese |
| 27 Feb 2026 (Fri) | Vocational papers: Retail Trade NSQF, IT/ITeS, Health Care, Beauty & Wellness, Electronics, Automotive, Agriculture & Horticulture, Private Security, etc. |
Full Exam Schedule - HSLC (Class 12) – SEBA
| Date | Subjects |
| 11 Feb 2026 (Wed) | English |
| 12 Feb 2026 (Thu) | Swadesh Adhyayan |
| 14 Feb 2026 (Sat) | MIL / Alternative English |
| 16 Feb 2026 (Mon) | Anthropology / Sociology / Sales & Advertising |
| 20 Feb 2026 (Fri) | Statistics |
| 21 Feb 2026 (Sat) | Computer Science & Application, Music Group A |
| 23 Feb 2026 (Mon) | Biology / Insurance / History |
| 24 Feb 2026 (Tue) | Vocational Paper – I, Music Group B |
| 25 Feb 2026 (Wed) | Tai Language |
| 26 Feb 2026 (Thu) | Bihu |
| 27 Feb 2026 (Fri) | Mathematics |
| 28 Feb 2026 (Sat) | NSQF Subjects (Retail Trade, Agriculture, IT, Health, etc.), Music Group C |
| 5 Mar 2026 (Thu) | Physics / Accountancy / Education |
| 6 Mar 2026 (Fri) | Community Science, Vocational Paper II |
| 7 Mar 2026 (Sat) | Logic & Philosophy / Finance / Psychology |
| 9 Mar 2026 (Mon) | Chemistry / Business Studies / Political Science |
| 10 Mar 2026 (Tue) | Business Mathematics & Statistics / Geography / Geology |
| 11 Mar 2026 (Wed) | Advanced Languages (Arabic, Persian, Sanskrit) |
| 12 Mar 2026 (Thu) | Economics |
| 13 Mar 2026 (Fri) | Multimedia & Web Technology |
| 14 Mar 2026 (Sat) | Fine Arts / Economic Geography / Biotechnology |
| 16 Mar 2026 (Mon) | Advanced Sanskrit, Entrepreneurship Development |
How to Check / Download the Date Sheet
HSLC (Class 10)
- Visit the SEBA official website: site.sebaonline.org
- Go to the “Notifications” / “Examination” section.
- Look for the link “HSLC Routine 2025-26 / Class 10 Time Table”, click to open PDF.
- Download, save, and print the PDF for reference.
HS (Class 12)
- Go to the AHSEC website: www.ahsec.assam.gov.in
- Navigate to the “Examination” or “Exam Program / Routine” section.
- Click the “HS Final Exam Routine 2026” PDF link to download.
- Save the PDF for planning and revision.
Important Instructions & Advice for Students
- Reading Time: Students will get 5–10 minutes before each exam shift to read the question paper.
- Arrive Early: Since there is a reading window, students should arrive at the exam centre at least 20–30 minutes before the scheduled time.
- Practical Exams: HS practicals are scheduled from 27 Jan – 7 Feb 2026. Make sure to confirm your school’s exact practical exam date once the final schedule is shared.
- Save & Print: After downloading the PDF time table, it's recommended to take a print for easy day-to-day reference and also keep a digital copy on your phone.
- Prepare Strategically: With a clear exam calendar in hand, students should draft a revision plan — balancing theory subjects, practicals, and electives.
What This Means for Students & Schools
The early release of the date sheet (in November) gives ample time for preparation, allowing students to plan their study routines seriously. Schools can align their internal mock exams, revision sessions, and practical classes more effectively now.
The two-shift schedule helps in managing crowd and giving adequate time per day for exams, and the extra reading time shows consideration for students to understand their question papers properly.
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