Overview
- KSEAB has posted the official 2026 board-exam timetables for SSLC (Class 10) and PUC (Class 12) at kseab.karnataka.gov.in, with downloads now available.
- PUC Exam 1 runs February 28 to March 17, 2026, and PUC Exam 2 runs April 25 to May 9, 2026, with most papers scheduled from 10 am to 1 pm.
- SSLC Exam 1 runs March 18 to April 2, 2026, and SSLC Exam 2 runs May 18 to May 25, 2026, in a single shift from 10 am to 1:15 pm.
- The timetables specify subject-wise dates, with PUC beginning with Kannada and Arabic papers and SSLC starting with the first language paper before concluding with streams such as Music, Electronics, IT and JTS.
- A KSEAB draft proposes easing SSLC passing criteria to 30% per subject with a 33% overall average, which remains under consideration, and students should rely on the board’s portal for definitive dates, admit cards and guidelines.