UP Board 10th Time Table 2026, Academic Calendar, Practical Dates, Important Instructions

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The UP Board 10th timetable 2026 has been released on upmsp.edu.in. This timetable will include six major subjects: English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, and Sanskrit or Computer.

  • Last year, around 29.5 lakh students appeared for the UP Board Class 10 exams, which is expected to increase in 2026 as total registration has shown growth this year.
  • UP Board Class 10 registration for the 2025-2026 session began on August 5, 2025, and ended on September 1, 2025.
  • Based on the previous years' exam analysis, it is expected that 3 hours may be allotted for the exam in the UP Board 10th timetable 2026.
  • In each question paper, candidates will be given an additional 15 minutes to read the question paper.

The UP Board Class 10th Exam Time Table 2026 will be released by November 2025, and the exam is expected to be conducted from February to March 2026. The exam will be conducted in two shifts.

UP Board 10th Time table

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Key Summary

In this article, we have discussed the UP Board 10th timetable 2026 in detail, including the datesheet for theory exams and practical exams.

  • The UP Board Class 10 exams (for the session 2024-2025) were held from February 24 to March 12, 2025.
  • The UP Board 10th timetable 2026 will be available in both Hindi and English PDF formats on the official website.
  • Students can download either version based on their preference and understanding.
  • The school authorities are responsible for filling in the details of the candidates correctly.

UP Board Class 10 Exam 2026 Highlights

The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) conducts the UP Board Class 10 exams every year between January and March. Important points regarding the exam are given below:

Particulars Details
Exam Name Uttar Pradesh Board Class 10 Examination 2026
Conducting Body Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP)
Level of Exam State-level
Frequency Once a year
Mode Offline (Pen and paper-based)
Duration 3 hours (per paper)
Medium Hindi / English and regional languages
Official Website upmsp.edu.in

UP Board 10th Time Table 2026

The official exam dates for the UP Board 10th Exam 2026 have not yet been announced by the exam authorities. However, the UP Board 10th Timetable 2026 is expected to be released by November 2025.

Last year, the exam was completed in 32 days, from February 15 to March 18, 2025.

The UP Board 10th Exam timetable 2026 is given below:

Date Time Subject
February 18, 2026 12:15 – 3:15 Hindi
February 18, 2026 3:45 – 6:45 Practical Hindi
February 19, 2026 12:15 – 3:15 Computer
February 19, 2026 3:45 – 6:45 Stitching
February 20, 2026 12:15 – 3:15 Social Science
February 21, 2026 12:15 – 3:15 Home Science (for girls only)
(For general, only those who do not have any optional subject will take the exam)
February 23, 2026 12:15 – 3:15 English
February 23, 2026 3:45 – 6:45 Information, Sports Science, Automobile, Tourism & Travel, Entrepreneurship, Foundation of Business, Artificial Intelligence/Mobile Repair, Import-Export, Retail Training (Retail Business)
February 24, 2026 12:15 – 3:15 NCC
February 24, 2026 3:45 – 6:45 Human Science
February 25, 2026 12:15 – 3:15 Science
February 26, 2026 12:15 – 3:15 Gujarati, Punjabi, Urdu, Bengali, Assamese, Kashmiri, Konkani, Malayalam, Nepali, Marathi, Odia, Telugu, Tamil, and Sanskrit
February 27, 2026 12:15 – 3:15 Mathematics
February 28, 2026 12:15 – 3:15 Sanskrit
February 28, 2026 3:45 – 6:45 Music (Vocal)
March 2, 2026 12:15 – 3:15 Music (Instrumental)
March 3, 2026 12:15 – 3:15 Commerce
March 4, 2026 12:15 – 3:15 Urdu
March 5, 2026 12:15 – 3:15 Painting or Art of Drawing
March 6, 2026 12:15 – 3:15 Pali, Arathi, Prakrit
March 7, 2026 12:15 – 3:15 Agriculture

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Ques. When will UP Board 10th exams 2026 start and end?

Ans: The UP Board 10th exam for 2026 is expected to commence in mid-February 2026 and end in the first week of March 2026.

  • The exam typically lasts 20-30 days, covering both core and elective subjects.
  • Final confirmation regarding exam timings will be provided by UPMSP (Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad) through the official website.

Ques. How much gap is given between the UP Board 10th exams 2026 subjects?

Ans: Usually, a 1–3 day gap is given between core subjects like Hindi, English, Math, Science, and Social Science.

  • For Language and optional subjects, the gap can be longer (3–4 days).
  • This spacing helps students revise thoroughly before attempting their next paper.

UP Board 10th Practical Exam 2026 Timetable

Based on the previous year's exam analysis, it is expected that the UP Board 10th Practical Exam 2026 will be conducted before the theory exam, most likely in January 2026. The exact dates will be mentioned in the UP Board 10th Practical Exam 2026 timetable.

Tentative Dates Events
January 2026 Practical Exam Session 1
January 2026 Practical Exam Session 2
February 2026 Uploading of Marks by Schools
 

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Ques. How are UP Board 10th practical exams conducted?

Ans. Practical exams are conducted in two phases, depending on the school’s district allocation.

  • Examiners appointed by UPMSP evaluate students based on lab work, project submission, viva, and practical performance.
  • The practical marks are added to the final result and carry significant weight in Science, Computer, and Vocational subjects.

Ques. What should I carry for my practical exams?

Ans: The Following documents are required to be carried for the UP Board Class 10th exam 2026 by students:

  1. UP Board 10th Admit Card 2026
  2. School ID Card
  3. Lab Record/Project File

Note: Candidates who fail to present all these documents may not be allowed to appear for UP Board class 10th practical exams 2026.

Details Mentioned in UP Board 10th Timetable 2026

Students appearing for the UP Board 10th exams 2026 are advised to check the official website of UPMSP regularly for all the latest notifications. Here are some of the important details that will be mentioned in the UP Board 10th timetable 2026:

  • Board Name
  • Subject Name and Subject Code
  • Exam Dates
  • Exam Timings & Shifts
  • Reporting Time or Entry Time
  • Important Instructions for Students

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UP Board 10th Timetable for Compartment Exams

The compartment exam scheme is available to those students who fail to secure the passing marks in one or two subjects in the UP Board 10th exam. Those students have to register to appear in the exam.

As per last year's records, the tentative UP Board 10th timetable for the compartment exam is given below:

Tentative Date Exam Timing
July 2026 Compartment Exam (All Subjects) 8:00 AM 11:15 AM
August 2026 Result Declaration Online

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Ques. What are the major changes in the UP Board 10th exam pattern 2026?

Ans: In the new exam pattern of the UP Board 10th exam, we can see that more objective-type questions (MCQs) are being added.

  • In the new exam pattern, 70 marks will be allotted for theory papers, which was earlier 80 marks.
  • Internal assessment and practical components have been given higher weightage.
  • Apart from MCQs, there will also be application-based questions in each subject.
  • The new exam pattern of the UP Board 10th exam 2026 mainly focuses on the conceptual clarity of subjects and topics among students.

UP Board Class 10 Exam Day Instructions

The important instructions related to the UP Board Class 10 exam 2026 are mentioned below in a tabular format:

Instructions Details
Reporting Time Students must reach the exam center 30 minutes before the start time.
Compulsory Documents Admit Card & School ID are compulsory.
Prohibited Items Mobile phones, calculators, smartwatches, and any electronic gadgets.
Answer Sheet Guidelines
  • Use only blue or black ink on the answer sheet.
  • Do not change the pen color midway.
  • Write your name and other required details clearly in the provided sections.
 

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Ques. What should students carry to the UP Board 10th exam hall?

Ans: Here are some important things that students must carry to the UP Board 10th exam hall:

  • UP Board Admit Card 2026
  • School ID card
  • Stationary items such as a pen, pencil, eraser, or scale
  • Transparent water bottle

Ques. What happens if a student is late for the UP Board 10th exam?

Ans: Students appearing for the UP Board 10th exam 2026 must reach their respective exam centres at least one hour before the start of the exam.

  • Subject-wise timings and dates will be mentioned in the UP Board 10th timetable 2026.
  • Students arriving at the examination centre even 10-20 minutes late will not be allowed to enter the examination hall.
  • They will be allowed entry only on the orders of the examination centre superintendent.

FAQs

Ques: How to Download UP Board Class 10 Time Table 2026 Online?

Ans: Students wishing to download the UP Board class 10 time table 2026 can follow the steps given below:

  • Visit the official website of UPMSP: upmsp.edu.in
  • Look for the “Download Time Table 2026” link under the notification section.
  • Select High School (Class 10) Time Table 2026.
  • You can take out the printout of the Timetable PDF for future reference.

Ques. What are the basic passing criteria for students appearing for the UP Board Class 10 Exam 2026?

Ans: Students appearing for the UP Board Class 10 Exam 2026 must fulfill the following eligibility criteria mentioned below:

Eligibility Criteria Important Details
Educational Qualification Must have enrolled in Class 10 in a UPMSP-affiliated school
Previous Qualification Must have passed Class 9 with no backlogs.
Minimum Attendance At least 75% attendance (especially in Class 10 sessions)

Ques. Is the UP Board 10th timetable 2026 available offline?

Ans: The official timetable is published online only on the upmsp.edu.in

  • However, students can contact their respective schools for the offline version of the UP Board 10th Timetable 2026 in PDF format.
  • Students should always check the official UPMSP website to avoid any discrepancies.

Ques. What will be the exam timings and duration of each paper in the UP Board 10th exam 2026?

Ans. The exam timing and duration of each paper of the UP Board 10th exam will be mentioned in the UP Board 10th timetable 2026. Last year, the exam was conducted in two shifts, each lasting 3 hours and 15 minutes.

Based on exam trends from previous years, the exam timings for the 2025-2026 session are as follows:

Exam Timings Exam Duration Shift
8:30 am to 11:15 am 3 hours and 15 minutes Morning Shift
2:00 pm to 5:15 pm 3 hours and 15 minutes Evening Shift

Ques. How can students apply for the compartment exam?

Ans: Students can apply for the UP Board 10th compartment exams 2026 via their respective schools.

  • Students are required to pay an additional fee for the UP Board class 10th compartment exams 2026.
  • The UP Board releases the Admit cards for compartment exams separately on the UPMSP portal.

Ques. Who is eligible for UP Board 10th compartment exams 2026?

Ans: Students who fail in one or two subjects in the main exam can appear for the compartment exam. For more than two subjects, students have to repeat the same class.

Ques. How many marks or percentage is required to pass the UP Board 10th exam 2026?

Ans. UPMSP sets the passing criteria and marks for the UP Board Class 10th and 12th exams. As per last year's exam trends, the passing marks were 33% aggregate marks in each subject.

Ques. What are the major changes made in the revised exam pattern of the UP Board 10th exam 2026?

Ans. According to the revised UP Board Class 10 exam pattern 2026, each core paper will carry 70 marks in theory. It is further divided into two sections:

  • Section A will consist of 20 multiple-choice questions for 20 marks, and
  • Section B will consist of 50 descriptive questions.

The remaining 30 marks in each paper will be allotted for internal assessment or practical examination.

Subject Marks (Theory) Marks (Practical/Internal) Total
Hindi 70 30 100
English 70 30 100
Mathematics 70 30 100
Science 70 30 100
Social Science 70 30 100
Computer/Arts 50 50 100

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.

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