Class 10 board exams for 2027 will run from early February to mid-April, depending on the board. Some boards have already published full routines, while others have given only tentative windows. This guide covers every major state board except Assam, plus CBSE.
Overview: Released vs. Awaited
| Board | Class 10 exam dates (2027) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| CBSE | 16 February to 9 March 2027 | Released 6 Nov 2026 |
| Assam | – | Not Released |
| Uttar Pradesh (UPMSP) | 5 to 24 February 2027 | Released |
| Maharashtra (SSC) | 15 February to 15 March 2027 | Released |
| West Bengal (Madhyamik) | 15 to 25 February 2027 | Released 13 July 2026 |
| Madhya Pradesh (MPBSE) | 24 February to 18 March 2027 | Released 13 Aug 2026 |
| Gujarat (GSEB SSC) | 25 February to 17 March 2027 | Dates announced; subject-wise routine not yet released |
| Karnataka (SSLC) | Exam 1: 22 March to 5 April 2027; Exam 2: 24 to 31 May 2027 | Released |
| Tamil Nadu (SSLC) | 17 March to 12 April 2027 | Released 14 Oct 2026 |
| Kerala (SSLC) | 1 to 30 March 2027 | Released 13 Nov 2026 |
| Mizoram (HSLC) | Theory: 10 February to 4 March 2027 | Released |
| Bihar (Matric) | February 2027 | Annual routine awaited |
| Rajasthan, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Haryana, Punjab, HP, J&K, Telangana, AP | See “Awaited” section below | Awaited |
Important Dates
- CBSE routine release: 6 November 2026
- CBSE exam start time: 10:30 am
- Bihar sent-up exams (Class 10): 23 to 27 November 2026, with practicals on 28 November 2026
- Kerala SSLC IT practicals: 1 to 15 February 2027, then model exams on 16 to 20 February 2027
- Tamil Nadu SSLC practicals: 19 to 26 February 2027
- Gujarat prelims: 18 to 28 January 2027
- Maharashtra practicals, orals and internal assessment: 28 January to 13 February
State-Wise Details
CBSE
Mathematics is on 17 February, Science on 22 February, English on 26 February and Social Science on 8 March. The board now holds the Class 10 exam in two phases. More than 26.5 lakh students have registered for Class 10. Download the routine from cbse.gov.in.
Uttar Pradesh
The UP Board Class 10 exams run from 5 to 24 February 2027.
Official site: upmsp.edu.in.
Maharashtra
Written papers run from 15 February to 15 March 2027.
Official site: mahahsscboard.in.
West Bengal
Exams run 11 am to 2 pm, with 15 minutes of reading time from 10:45. First Language is on 15 February, Mathematics on 22 February, Physical Science on 23 February and Life Science on 24 February.
Madhya Pradesh
Exams are held in a single shift from 9 am to 12 noon. Hindi is on 2 March, Mathematics on 5 March, English on 9 March, Science on 15 March and Social Science on 18 March.
Gujarat
SSC and HSC board exams both run from 25 February to 17 March 2027. The dates may be revised if the state government requires it.
Karnataka
KSEAB released the SSLC timetable on 29 October 2026. Papers run from 10 am to 1 pm.
Tamil Nadu
Exams are held from 10:00 AM to 1:15 PM. The first paper (Tamil and other languages) is on 17 March and the last (Optional Language) on 12 April. Mathematics is on 31 March, Science on 5 April and Social Science on 9 April. Note that one report lists the end date as 24 April, but most sources and the DGE schedule say 12 April, so verify on dge.tn.gov.in.
Kerala
All exams begin at 9:30 am. Answer sheet evaluation starts on 5 April 2027 and the SSLC result is expected in the first week of May 2027.
Official site: sslcexamkerala.gov.in.
Bihar
The official 2027 annual routine had not been announced at the time of writing. Historically, Class 10 papers have run in two daily shifts in the second half of February, but treat any dates as unofficial until BSEB publishes them.
Awaited: Expected Windows (Not Official)
| Board | Expected window |
|---|---|
| Rajasthan (RBSE) | February to March 2027 |
| Odisha (BSE) | February to March 2027 |
| Andhra Pradesh | March to April 2027 |
| Telangana | March to April 2027 |
| Haryana (HBSE) | February and March 2027 |
| Punjab (PSEB) | Theory in March and April 2027 |
| Himachal (HPBOSE) | Theory in March 2027 |
| J&K (JKBOSE) | February and March 2027 |
| Jharkhand (JAC) | February 2027 |
| NIOS | Theory in April and May 2027 |
I did not find reliable 2027 information for Uttarakhand, Chhattisgarh and the smaller north-eastern boards (other than Mizoram), so check their official sites.
How to Download the Class 10 Routine
- Open the official website of your board.
- Look for the “Class 10 / Matric / SSLC / SSC Date Sheet 2027” link under the notifications or exam section.
- Click the link and open the PDF.
- Check subject names, dates, shifts and timings.
- Download and print a copy for your study plan.
Official Websites
- CBSE: cbse.gov.in
- UP Board: upmsp.edu.in
- Maharashtra: mahahsscboard.in
- Bihar: biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in
- Tamil Nadu: dge.tn.gov.in
- Karnataka: kseab.karnataka.gov.in
- Kerala: sslcexamkerala.gov.in
- Gujarat: gseb.org
- Rajasthan: rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in
FAQ
When does the CBSE Class 10 exam start in 2027?
CBSE Class 10 exams begin on 16 February 2027 and end on 9 March 2027.
Which state board exam starts first in 2027?
Among the boards with dates published, the UP Board starts first, on 5 February 2027.
Has the Bihar Board Matric 2027 routine been released?
Not the annual routine. BSEB has released the sent-up exam schedule, but the main exam is expected in February 2027.
When is the Karnataka SSLC second exam?
Exam 2 is scheduled for 24 to 31 May 2027.
When do Tamil Nadu SSLC exams start?
The Tamil Nadu SSLC exams run from 17 March to 12 April 2027.
Are the dates for boards like Rajasthan and Telangana final?
No. Those boards had not published official routines at the time of writing, and the windows above are estimates.
Last updated: 13 November 2026