UP Board Class 10th & 12th Main Exams 2026 Start from Feb 18 – Date Sheet Update

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UP Board 2026 Exam Date Sheet

The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) has announced that the Class 10th and 12th Main Exams for the academic session 2025-26 will commence from 18th February 2026. The exams are scheduled to continue until 12th March 2026.

According to the latest update, the detailed time table will be available soon on the official website. Below we have provided the key dates and the expected schedule based on this announcement.

1. Overview of UP Board 2026 Exams

The board has confirmed the exam duration from February 18 to March 12, 2026. The exams will be conducted in two shifts.

  • Exam Start Date: 18 February 2026
  • Exam End Date: 12 March 2026
  • Class 10 Hindi (Preliminary): 18 February 2026 (1st Shift)
  • Class 12 Hindi (General): 18 February 2026 (2nd Shift)
  • Official Website: upmsp.edu.in

2. Class 10 Date Sheet (Tentative Schedule)

The Class 10 Hindi exam is confirmed for Feb 18. Below is the expected flow for other subjects based on the start date.

Date Day Subject (Morning Shift 8:30 AM)
18 Feb 2026WednesdayHindi / Elementary Hindi (Confirmed)
23 Feb 2026MondayMathematics (Expected)
25 Feb 2026WednesdaySanskrit (Expected)
27 Feb 2026FridayScience (Expected)
02 Mar 2026MondayEnglish (Expected)
05 Mar 2026ThursdaySocial Science (Expected)
07 Mar 2026SaturdayDrawing / Computer (Expected)

3. Class 12 Date Sheet (Tentative Schedule)

Class 12 exams begin with Hindi/General Hindi in the Evening Shift. The exams will conclude by March 12, 2026.

Date Stream Subject (Evening Shift 2:00 PM)
18 Feb 2026AllHindi / General Hindi (Confirmed)
23 Feb 2026Com/ArtsAccountancy / Geography (Expected)
26 Feb 2026AllEnglish (Expected)
02 Mar 2026ScienceBiology / Mathematics (Expected)
05 Mar 2026SciencePhysics (Expected)
09 Mar 2026ScienceChemistry (Expected)
12 Mar 2026ArtsSociology / Sanskrit (Expected)

4. Exam Shift Timings

The exams will be held in two shifts as per the official notification:

  • 1st Shift (Morning): 8:30 AM to 11:45 AM (Mostly Class 10)
  • 2nd Shift (Evening): 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM (Mostly Class 12)

Students must arrive at the center at least 45 minutes prior to the shift timing.

🎓 Key Action Points

  1. Check Dates: The exams start on 18th Feb. Mark this on your calendar.
  2. Admit Card: Ensure you collect your admit card from school once released.
  3. Stationery: Use only Blue/Black ballpoint pens.
  4. Updates: Keep checking the official website for the detailed subject-wise PDF.

5. How to Download Official PDF

The detailed date sheet will be available soon. Follow these steps when it is released:

  1. Visit upmsp.edu.in.
  2. Look for "Time Table High School & Intermediate 2026".
  3. Click the link to download the PDF.
  4. Verify your subject dates carefully.

Stay tuned to ClassZee Updates for the direct PDF link as soon as it is out.

6. Frequently Asked Questions

When do UP Board 2026 exams start?

The exams will officially start from 18 February 2026.

When is the Class 10 Hindi Exam?

The Class 10 Hindi exam is on 18 February 2026 in the 1st Shift (8:30 AM - 11:45 AM).

When is the Class 12 Hindi Exam?

The Class 12 Hindi exam is on 18 February 2026 in the 2nd Shift (2:00 PM - 5:15 PM).

When do the exams end?

The exams will continue till 12 March 2026.