Kerala SSLC 2026: Result Out, Syllabus, Exam Pattern, Pass Percentage and SAY Exam

The Kerala SSLC 2026 exam was conducted by Pareeksha Bhavan (Kerala Board of Public Examinations — KBPE) from March 5 to March 30, 2026, for over 4.17 lakh students across 3,031 centers. The result was declared on May 15, 2026, with a pass percentage of 99.07%. Today, June 10, 2026, the SSLC SAY (Save A Year) supplementary exam begins for students who need to clear one or more subjects within the same academic year.

• SAY Exam: The KBPE SSLC SAY 2026 supplementary exam begins today, June 10, 2026, and continues until June 17, 2026, covering 9 subject papers across two daily shifts. The SAY admit card was released on June 4, 2026.
• HSCAP Plus One Allotment: The first main seat allotment for Class 11 (Plus One) under HSCAP is expected on June 15, 2026. Students who passed the SSLC exam must verify their preference order and check allotment status at hscap.kerala.gov.in.
• SAY Result: The KBPE SSLC SAY 2026 result is expected in July 2026. In 2025, Pareeksha Bhavan declared the SAY result within 3–4 weeks of the supplementary exam concluding.
• Plus One Classes: Higher Secondary (Plus One) classes across Kerala are expected to begin on July 2, 2026, following the HSCAP allotment rounds. Students who clear all SAY subjects will also be eligible for Plus One admission.

What is the KBPE SSLC Exam 2026?

The Kerala Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) exam is the state-level Class 10 board examination conducted by Pareeksha Bhavan, officially known as the Kerala Board of Public Examinations (KBPE). Established in 1965 and headquartered in Thiruvananthapuram, Pareeksha Bhavan functions under the Department of General Education, Government of Kerala.

The SSLC exam is conducted annually for students studying in Class 10 in government, government-aided, and unaided private schools across Kerala. It is one of the most important examinations in a student’s academic life — the SSLC certificate is the primary qualification needed for admission to Class 11 (Plus One) in higher secondary schools, polytechnic diploma programs, ITI courses, and various other vocational training programs in the state.

The KBPE SSLC 2026 exam was held from March 5 to March 30, 2026. More than 4.17 lakh students appeared across 3,031 centers — including centers in Lakshadweep and Gulf countries — making it one of the largest annual public examinations in Kerala. The result was declared on May 15, 2026, with an overall pass percentage of 99.07%.

The exam covers 9 main subjects: First Language (Part I and Part II), English (Second Language), Hindi or General Knowledge (Third Language), Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Social Science, and Information Technology (IT). The total marks for the exam are 650, combining theory papers, internal assessment, and practical components. The exam is conducted strictly in offline (pen and paper) mode.

Apart from the SSLC, Pareeksha Bhavan also conducts the THSLC (Technical Higher Secondary Level Certificate), LSS (Lower Secondary Scholarship), and USS (Upper Secondary Scholarship) examinations for students across Kerala. The board’s SSLC exam is considered highly credible and is fully based on the SCERT (State Council of Educational Research and Training) Kerala curriculum.

KBPE SSLC 2026: Key Highlights

Here is a quick overview of all the key details about the Kerala SSLC 2026 exam at a glance.

Source: Pareeksha Bhavan — Official SSLC Portal

KBPE SSLC SAY 2026: Supplementary Exam (Begins June 10)

The SSLC SAY exam — where SAY stands for "Save A Year" — is a supplementary examination conducted by Pareeksha Bhavan every year after the main SSLC result is declared. It gives students who failed one or more subjects in the main exam a chance to clear those subjects within the same academic year, without losing an entire year of education.

The KBPE SSLC SAY 2026 exam begins today, June 10, 2026, and will be held until June 17, 2026. The SAY admit card was released on June 4, 2026, through the school login on sslcexam.kerala.gov.in. Schools downloaded the hall tickets and distributed them to eligible students before the exam dates.

Students appearing for the SSLC SAY 2026 exam must carry their printed admit card (hall ticket) and a valid government-issued photo ID to the examination center. Entry without a valid admit card will not be permitted.

The SAY exam is held in two shifts on most days — a morning shift and an afternoon shift. The first 15 minutes of each paper is designated as cool-off time, during which students can read the question paper but cannot begin writing. Below is the complete subject-wise SAY 2026 timetable.

KBPE SSLC SAY 2026 Exam Timetable

Source: sslcexam.kerala.gov.in — SAY 2026 Notification

The SAY 2026 result is expected in July 2026 — approximately 3 to 4 weeks after the exam concludes on June 17. Students who clear all remaining subjects in the SAY exam will receive the SSLC certificate and will be eligible for Plus One (Class 11) admission. Pareeksha Bhavan will announce the SAY result on the official portal sslcexam.kerala.gov.in.

Students appearing for SAY 2026 only need to sit for the subjects they failed in the main exam — they do not need to re-appear for all 9 subjects. The question paper format and marking scheme for the SAY exam are the same as the main exam.

KBPE SSLC 2026 Important Dates

The table below covers all key events in the Kerala SSLC 2026 exam cycle. Upcoming and ongoing events are listed first, followed by completed events in chronological order.

Note: Dates marked as "Expected" are based on official KBPE notifications and previous year patterns. Students must check sslcexam.kerala.gov.in regularly for any date revisions.

KBPE SSLC 2026 Eligibility Criteria

To appear for the Kerala SSLC 2026 exam, students must meet the eligibility conditions set by Pareeksha Bhavan. The criteria differ slightly for regular students, private candidates, and SAY exam applicants.

For Regular Students (Main Exam)

• Must have passed Class 9 from a school recognized by the Government of Kerala or any nationally recognized board.
• Must have been promoted to Class 10 in the current academic year by the school principal.
• Must meet the minimum attendance requirement set by the school — generally 75% or as directed by the school’s management.
• Must be enrolled in a recognized school — government, government-aided, or unaided private school affiliated to Pareeksha Bhavan.
• There is no upper age limit for regular Class 10 students appearing in the SSLC exam.

For SAY Exam Applicants (2026)

• Must have appeared in the SSLC 2026 main exam and failed in one or more subjects.
• Must apply through the school by the SAY registration deadline on the official portal.
• Students who passed all subjects in the main exam are not eligible for the SAY exam.
• There is no limit on the number of subjects a student can attempt in the SAY exam — they can appear in all failed subjects.

For Private / Ex-Regular Candidates

• Students who previously appeared for the SSLC exam but failed — and did not clear subjects through the SAY route — can re-appear as private candidates in the next year’s main exam.
• They must register directly through the Pareeksha Bhavan district office or designated registration center.

Language Medium Options

The Kerala SSLC exam is conducted in multiple language mediums based on the school’s medium of instruction. Available mediums include Malayalam, English, Tamil, Kannada, Urdu, and Arabic. Students appear in the medium their school follows.

SC/ST students, BPL card holders, students from government welfare institutions, and children from orphanages are eligible for full examination fee waivers as per Pareeksha Bhavan norms.

KBPE SSLC 2026 Application and Registration Process

The Kerala SSLC registration 2026 is not a process students do individually. It is handled entirely by the school. Students do not need to visit any portal, fill any online form, or pay fees directly. Here is how the full registration process works.

How Schools Register Students for SSLC

• The school head (principal or headmaster) logs in to the official Pareeksha Bhavan portal at sslcexam.kerala.gov.in using school credentials.
• They enter each student’s details: name, date of birth, language medium, first language option, and subject choices.
• The school uploads supporting documents — birth certificate, Class 9 marksheet, and caste/BPL certificate where applicable.
• The registration form is submitted to Pareeksha Bhavan, typically in November of the preceding academic year.
• The school pays the examination fee on behalf of the students through the portal.

Documents Needed at the School Level

• Birth certificate of the student
• Class 9 marksheet and school transfer certificate (if applicable)
• Caste certificate (for SC/ST fee exemption)
• BPL ration card (for BPL fee exemption)
• Passport-size photograph of the student

SAY 2026 Registration

For the SSLC SAY exam 2026, schools submit the SAY application for eligible students through the same official portal. The school lists the failed subjects for each student and completes the SAY registration. Students are not required to visit any office or portal. SAY registration was completed before the June 4, 2026 admit card release.

Examination Fee

The SSLC examination fee is collected by schools from students as per Pareeksha Bhavan norms. Students belonging to SC/ST communities, BPL families, residents of government welfare institutions, and children from orphanages are fully exempted from paying any examination fee. The exact fee amount for each academic cycle is notified officially by Pareeksha Bhavan.

KBPE SSLC 2026 Admit Card (Hall Ticket)

The SSLC admit card, also called the hall ticket, is a mandatory document for every student to carry to the examination center. Without a valid admit card, students will not be permitted to sit for the exam. The admit card is not sent to students individually — it is downloaded by schools and distributed to each student before the exam.

Main Exam Admit Card 2026

• The SSLC 2026 main exam admit card was available in February 2026.
• Schools logged in to sslcexam.kerala.gov.in, downloaded admit cards for all registered students, and distributed printed copies before March 5, 2026.
• Students did not need to download or generate it individually from any website.

SAY Exam Admit Card 2026

• The SAY 2026 admit card was released on June 4, 2026.
• Schools downloaded the SAY hall tickets from the official portal and distributed them to eligible students.
• The admit card shows the student’s name, registration number, school name and code, exam center address, subject names and codes, and the exam date and timing for each subject.

What to Carry to the Examination Center

• Printed admit card (hall ticket) — must be the official copy downloaded by the school
• Any valid photo ID (Aadhaar card, school identity card, or other government-issued ID)
• Approved stationery: blue or black ink pen, pencil, eraser, ruler, geometry box (for Mathematics paper)

Mobile phones, scientific calculators (unless specifically permitted), and all electronic devices are strictly prohibited inside the examination hall. Violation may lead to cancellation of the exam.

If a student loses the admit card, they must contact their school principal immediately. The school can download a fresh copy from the Pareeksha Bhavan portal before the exam date.

KBPE SSLC 2026 Syllabus

The Kerala SSLC 2026 syllabus is based on the Class 10 curriculum published by SCERT (State Council of Educational Research and Training) Kerala. SCERT released model question papers in November 2025 to help students understand the expected paper format. The SSLC exam is 100% SCERT-based — every question comes from the SCERT textbook, so mastering your textbook is the most important preparation step.

Below is a subject-wise breakdown of the key topics in the Kerala SSLC syllabus.

Mathematics Syllabus

• Arithmetic Sequences — finding terms, sums, and pattern-based problems
• Circles and Tangents — properties, theorems, and constructions
• Second Degree Equations — solving and applications
• Polynomials — factorization and roots
• Trigonometry — ratios, identities, and heights and distances
• Coordinates — plotting, distance formula, section formula
• Solids — surface area and volume of cones, spheres, cylinders
• Statistics — mean, median, mode, probability basics (Mathematics of Chance)

Physics Syllabus

• Effects of Electric Current — heating effect, Joule’s Law, applications
• Electromagnetic Induction — Faraday’s Laws, AC/DC generators, transformers
• Wave Motion and Sound — properties, reflection, resonance
• Colours of Light — dispersion, spectrum, refraction
• Heat and Energy — specific heat, thermodynamics basics
• Electronics and Modern Technology — semiconductors, diodes, transistors
• Energy Management — renewable and non-renewable sources

Chemistry Syllabus

• Mole Concept — molar mass, Avogadro’s number, stoichiometry
• Reactivity Series and Electrochemistry — galvanic cells, corrosion
• Nomenclature of Organic Compounds — IUPAC naming, functional groups
• Rate of Chemical Reactions — factors affecting rate, catalysts
• Production and Properties of Metals — extraction, alloys
• Periodic Table and Electronic Configuration — trends, groups, periods
• Chemistry for Human Progress — polymers, soaps, detergents

Biology Syllabus

• Genetics and Heredity — Mendel’s Laws, dominant and recessive traits
• Sensations and Responses — nervous system, reflex arcs, sense organs
• Unravelling Genetic Mysteries — DNA structure, replication, RNA
• Keeping Diseases Away — immunity, vaccines, antibodies
• Chemical Messages for Homeostasis — hormones, endocrine glands
• Life Evolution and Defense Mechanisms — evolution theories, adaptation

Social Science Syllabus

• Geography: India’s terrain, climate, natural resources, map skills, environmental issues
• History: Global revolutions (French, American, Russian), Indian independence movement, post-independence developments
• Economics: Public expenditure and taxation, consumer protection, banking and financial institutions
• Civics: Indian Constitution, administrative systems, democratic governance, civic responsibilities

English Syllabus

• Reading Comprehension — prose passages and poems from the SCERT reader
• Writing Skills — formal and informal letters, reports, essays, narratives
• Grammar — tenses, pronouns, adjectives, sentence transformation, punctuation, voice and reported speech
• Vocabulary — word meanings, idioms, phrases, word formation

For the complete, chapter-wise official syllabus, visit the official KBPE portal at sslcexam.kerala.gov.in.

KBPE SSLC 2026 Grading System

The Kerala SSLC grading system assigns letter grades based on the percentage marks scored in each subject. There is no single overall aggregate grade — grades are given subject-wise and printed on the marksheet for each paper separately.

A student is considered to have passed the SSLC exam only if they score D+ or above in every subject. Failing even one subject means the student has not passed and must appear for that subject in the SAY exam or the next year’s main exam.

Full A+ means the student has scored A+ (90% or above) in all subjects they appeared for. The WGPA (Weighted Grade Point Average) calculated from SSLC grades is the primary metric used by the HSCAP system for Plus One seat allotment. A higher WGPA gives a student better chances of getting their first-choice school and stream for Class 11.

KBPE SSLC 2026 Preparation Tips

If you are appearing for the KBPE SSLC SAY 2026 exam starting June 10, 2026, or preparing for the main SSLC exam in 2027, these practical tips will help you study more effectively and score well.

Start with the SCERT Textbook — It Is Your Only Source

The Kerala SSLC exam is 100% SCERT-based. Every single question in the paper — from the MCQs to the long answers — comes directly from your SCERT Class 10 textbook. You do not need any extra reference book or guide if you master your textbook completely. Read each chapter multiple times. Understand concepts deeply — do not just memorize text.

Understand the Exam Pattern Before You Start Studying

• Read the official question paper blueprint from sslcexam.kerala.gov.in so you know exactly how many marks come from each section.
• Know the question types — MCQs, very short, short, and long answers. Different question types need different preparation strategies.
• For subjects like Mathematics, work through every solved example in the textbook before moving to practice questions.

Use Model Question Papers and Previous Year Papers

• Solve at least the last 5 years of SSLC question papers for every subject you are preparing for.
• SCERT releases new model question papers before each exam cycle — use these as mock tests.
• Time yourself when solving full papers. For 2.5-hour papers, aim to finish the writing in 2 hours and use the last 30 minutes for review.
• After each practice paper, go back to the textbook and revise every topic where you lost marks.

Subject-Wise Focus Areas

• Mathematics: Circles, Trigonometry, Arithmetic Sequences, and Second Degree Equations carry the most marks. Learn all formulas and practice at least 20 problems per chapter.
• English: Writing tasks (formal letters, reports, essays) are highly predictable. Learn the exact format for each writing type and practice 5–10 samples. Comprehension questions test close reading — practice speed and accuracy.
• Physics and Chemistry: Learn derivations, chemical equations, and all labeled diagrams thoroughly. These are common in long-answer sections.
• Biology: Focus on diagram-based questions — the neuron, the eye, and the heart are commonly asked. Learn to draw and label accurately.
• Social Science: Revise map-based questions in Geography. For History, create a timeline of key events. Civics questions are often direct and factual — focus on the textbook definitions.

Special Tips for SAY Exam 2026 (June 10–17)

• You only need to study the subjects you failed in the main exam — concentrate your full effort on those specific topics instead of spreading yourself thin.
• If you applied for a photocopy of your answer sheet, review it carefully to understand exactly where you lost marks.
• Use the 15-minute cool-off time at the start of each SAY paper to read all questions and plan your answers before you start writing.
• Write neatly and clearly. Examiners find it easier to award full marks when answers are well-organized and easy to read.
• Attempt all questions — there is no negative marking, so never leave a question blank.