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The CBSE Class 10 Phase 2 Exam 2026 — also called the Second Board Exam or Improvement Exam — is a landmark change introduced by the Central Board of Secondary Education. On June 25, 2025, CBSE officially announced a two-phase board examination system for Class 10, giving students a structured second opportunity to improve their performance without repeating an entire academic year.
Phase 1 exams were conducted from February 17 to March 11, 2026, and results were announced on April 15, 2026. Students who are not satisfied with their Phase 1 scores can now appear for Phase 2, scheduled from May 15 to June 1, 2026. CBSE will consider the best score out of Phase 1 and Phase 2 for the final marksheet — a truly student-friendly policy.
The complete CBSE 10th Phase 2 date sheet 2026 has been released on the official website cbse.gov.in. All exams are held in a single shift from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The schedule covers improvement exams as well as compartment exams across all major subjects.
| Date & Day | Subject Name | Paper Code | Timing | Type |
| May 15, 2026 Friday |
Mathematics Standard Mathematics Basic |
041 241 |
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Improvement |
| May 16, 2026 Saturday |
English Communicative English Language & Literature |
101 184 |
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Improvement |
| May 18, 2026 Monday |
Science | 086 | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Improvement |
| May 19, 2026 Tuesday |
Hindi Course-A | Hindi Course-B Urdu · Punjabi · Bengali · Tamil · Telugu · Marathi · Gujarati · Malayalam · Kannada · Sindhi · Assamese · Nepali · Odia · Manipuri · Tibetan · German · French · Russian · Persian · Limboo · Lepcha · Bodo · Tangkhul · Japanese · Spanish · Kashmiri · Mizo · Bahasa Melayu Retail · Tourism (Skill Subjects) |
002 / 085 Various |
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Improvement |
| May 20, 2026 Wednesday |
Painting Sanskrit Information Technology Artificial Intelligence |
049 122 402 417 |
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Improvement |
| May 21, 2026 Thursday |
Social Science | 087 | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Improvement |
The List of Candidates (LOC) is the official registration for Phase 2. Regular students cannot register independently — their schools must submit the LOC on their behalf. Private candidates may register directly on cbse.gov.in.
The main LOC submission window was set for April 16 to April 20, 2026, immediately after Phase 1 results were declared on April 15, 2026.
1) Clearly inform students and parents about eligibility and exam guidelines
2) Advise students to appear for Phase 2 only when there is a genuine need to improve
3) Walk students through the LOC timeline and fee payment process
4) Inform students that exam centres may be limited and may not be near their school or home
|
1 Subject |
₹320 Per subject fee |
| 2 Subjects |
₹640 (₹320 × 2) |
| 3 Subjects | ₹960 Maximum improvement |
| Late Fee |
₹2,000 (Per candidate if LOC deadline missed) |
1) You can improve marks in a maximum of 3 subjects only
2) You cannot change your subject — you can only re-appear in subjects already attempted in Phase 1
3) Internal assessment marks are final — they cannot be improved through Phase 2
4) The exam pattern and syllabus is identical to Phase 1
5) CBSE will automatically apply the best score from the two phases for the final marksheet
6) Compartment exam 2026 will be conducted alongside Phase 2
Follow these simple steps to download the official CBSE 10th Phase 2 date sheet PDF from the CBSE website:
1) Visit the official CBSE website at cbse.gov.in
2) On the homepage, click on the link: "Secondary School Examination 2026 – Second Exam Schedule"
3) The date sheet PDF will open on your screen
4) Carefully check your exam dates, timings, and subject codes
5) Click then download icon to save the PDF to your device
6) Take a printout and keep it safe for reference
With the exam just weeks away, here are focused tips to make the most of the time remaining:
1) Focus on weak chapters: Revisit the topics where you lost marks in Phase 1 specifically
2) Practice Phase 1 paper: Use your own Phase 1 attempt to identify patterns and gaps
3) Solve sample papers: Practice previous CBSE Class 10 question papers under timed conditions
4) Prioritize NCERT: CBSE questions are directly based on NCERT textbooks — cover them thoroughly
5) Stay stress-free: You already have a Phase 1 score as a safety net — approach Phase 2 confidently
6) Revise formulae & key dates: For Maths and Social Science, quick-revision sheets save time.
After Phase 2 exams conclude on June 1, 2026, CBSE will evaluate the answer sheets. The Phase 2 results are expected in June 2026 (exact date not yet confirmed). Once results are declared:
1) CBSE will automatically apply the best score from Phase 1 and Phase 2 for the final marksheet
2) Students who clear compartment will receive a Pass certificate
3) The revaluation process for Phase 1 will begin after Phase 2 exams are over
4) Final marksheets will reflect the combined best performance across both phases
Q1. When will CBSE Class 10 Phase 2 exams be conducted in 2026?
CBSE Class 10 Phase 2 (Improvement/Compartment) exams are scheduled from May 15 to May 21, 2026.
Q2. What is the exam timing for CBSE Class 10 Phase 2?
The exams are generally held from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, while some subjects may end earlier at 12:30 PM.
Q3. Who can appear for CBSE Class 10 Phase 2 exams?
Students who:
1) Want to improve their marks
2) Have received a compartment
3) Have already appeared in the main board exam
Q4. Is the CBSE Phase 2 exam compulsory?
No, it is optional. Only students who wish to improve their scores or clear a compartment need to appear.
Q5. How many subjects can a student choose for improvement?
Students can appear for improvement in up to 3 subjects.
Q6. How is the final result calculated after Phase 2?
CBSE considers the best score obtained between Phase 1 and Phase 2 for the final result.
Q7. How can I download the CBSE Class 10 Phase 2 date sheet?
You can download it from: The official CBSE website Or the direct PDF link provided in your blog
Q8. Is the exam pattern the same as the main board exam?
Yes, the exam pattern is the same as the main CBSE board exam.
Q9. Does appearing in Phase 2 guarantee better marks?
No, improvement is not guaranteed, but it provides a second chance to score better.
Q10. When will the CBSE Phase 2 admit card be released?
The admit card is usually released a few days before the exam through respective schools.
