The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (MPBSE) has released the second examination timetable for 2026 for Class 10 and Class 12 students. The exams will begin on 7 May 2026, with Class 10 concluding on 19 May 2026 and Class 12 ending on 25 May 2026. All examinations will be conducted in a single shift from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon.
The second exam window is meant for students who wish to improve their marks or clear pending subjects. Board officials said the initiative aims to ensure students do not lose an academic year due to one setback and advised candidates to carefully check subject-wise dates and exam guidelines.
Class 10 And 12 Second Exam Schedule 2026
As per the official timetable, the exams will follow the schedule below:
Class 10 Second Exam Timetable 2026
| Date | Day | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| 07 May 2026 | Wednesday | Hindi |
| 08 May 2026 | Thursday | Marathi / Gujarati / Punjabi / Sindhi (For Deaf & Dumb students: Painting, Music, Tabla/Pakhawaj, Computer) |
| 09 May 2026 | Saturday | Urdu |
| 11 May 2026 | Monday | Mathematics (Standard & Basic) |
| 12 May 2026 | Tuesday | NSQF / Artificial Intelligence |
| 13 May 2026 | Wednesday | Sanskrit |
| 14 May 2026 | Thursday | Social Science |
| 16 May 2026 | Saturday | Science |
| 19 May 2026 | Tuesday | English |
Class 12 Second Exam Timetable 2026
| Date | Day | Subject(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 07 May 2026 | Thursday | Biotechnology / Gayan Vadan (Vocal & Instrumental Music) / Tabla Pakhawaj |
| 08 May 2026 | Friday | Hindi |
| 09 May 2026 | Saturday | Chemistry / History / Business Studies / Elements of Science & Maths Useful for Agriculture / Drawing & Painting / Home Management, Nutrition & Textile |
| 11 May 2026 | Monday | NSQF – All Subjects / Artificial Intelligence |
| 12 May 2026 | Tuesday | Physics / Economics / Animal Husbandry, Milk Trade, Poultry Farming & Fishery / Elements of Science / History of Indian Art & World Art |
| 13 May 2026 | Wednesday | Geography / Crop Production & Horticulture / Still Life & Design / Anatomy, Physiology & Health |
| 14 May 2026 | Thursday | Agriculture / Home Science (Anatomy, Physiology & Hygiene) / Accountancy |
| 15 May 2026 | Friday | Sanskrit |
| 16 May 2026 | Saturday | English |
| 18 May 2026 | Monday | Biology |
| 19 May 2026 | Tuesday | Drawing & Designing |
| 20 May 2026 | Wednesday | Sociology |
| 21 May 2026 | Thursday | Mathematics / Psychology |
| 22 May 2026 | Friday | Informatics Practices |
| 23 May 2026 | Saturday | Urdu / Marathi |
| 25 May 2026 | Monday | Political Science |
Students have been instructed to reach their examination centres at least 30 minutes before the start time and carry valid admit cards. Practical examinations will also be conducted within the announced window as per subject requirements.
Background: Supporting Students Through Flexibility
The second examination system forms part of broader reforms aimed at reducing the pressure of a single high-stakes board exam. Over the past few years, education boards have introduced supplementary and improvement exams to provide flexibility and continuity in academic progression. For many students, especially those balancing personal or academic challenges, this additional opportunity can make a significant difference in shaping their future prospects.
The Logical Indian’s Perspective
At The Logical Indian, we believe that education must combine discipline with empathy. A structured second chance recognises that setbacks are part of learning, not the end of it. Transparent scheduling and timely communication empower students to prepare confidently and responsibly. As education systems continue to evolve, how can we collectively build an assessment culture that values growth, resilience and fairness over fear?
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