The schedule for submitting the List of Candidates (LOC) for the CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exams in 2026 has been announced by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). The two-board exam system that was implemented as part of the National Education Policy 2020 is being used for the second exam. Under this system, Class 10 students will have an opportunity to improve their performance in up to three subjects in the examinations scheduled for May 2026.
LOC Submission Schedule
CBSE has announced a phased schedule for submission of LOC and payment of examination fees:
Phase 1 (LOC Submission): March 18 to March 31, 2026
Phase 1 Fees Must Be Paid Within Five Days of Results Announcement Phase 2 (LOC Submission): Within 5 days from the declaration of results
Phase 2 Fees Must Be Paid Within Five Days of Results Announcement Phase 3 (with a late fee): For two days beginning on the seventh day following the announcement of the results. Phase 3 Fees: Same 2-day window (with late fee) Important Directions for Schools CBSE has directed school principals to ensure that students and parents are fully informed about:
Rules for the second examination facility and restrictions on its use Criteria for eligibility, a schedule, and how to pay fees Possibility of examination centres being located away from home, with no provision for change once allotted
Schools have been advised to encourage students willing to appear for the second examination to submit their LOC in the first phase to aid advance planning. However, students may take a final decision after results and submit details in the second phase.
Because their subject requirements may change, compartment students must submit a new LOC. Eligibility Criteria
To appear for the second board examinations, students must:
have completed the initial board exam have participated in at least three topics Be either passed candidates seeking improvement (up to three subjects) or placed in the compartment category
Students must take the following main examination cycle if they fail three or more subjects on the main exam. They will not be allowed to take the second exam.
