Overview
- ISC (Class 12) exams run from February 12 to April 6, 2026, and ICSE (Class 10) from February 17 to March 30, beginning slightly earlier than in 2025.
- The date sheets span 50 ISC subjects and 75 ICSE subjects, with theory and practical components where applicable.
- About 1.5 lakh ISC candidates and 2.6 lakh ICSE candidates are slated to appear across India and overseas centres.
- Exam instructions include a 15-minute reading period before writing and a requirement to be seated 30 minutes before the start time.
- Results are expected in April–May 2026 and will be available only via the official website (cisce.org), not from CISCE offices.