JKBOSE Announces 2026 Board Exam Schedule for Summer Zone Students
The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education has officially released the examination datesheets for the 2026 board exams. This announcement covers students in summer zone areas of the Jammu division. The board published detailed schedules for Classes 10, 11, and 12 annual regular examinations.
Key Examination Dates and Subjects
Class 10 examinations will commence on March 17, 2026. The board has outlined a comprehensive schedule spanning several weeks. Students will face subjects including Mathematics, Computer Science, and languages like Hindi and Urdu. Science papers covering Physics, Chemistry, and Life Science will take place on March 6. Social Science examinations will occur on March 2, incorporating multiple disciplines.
For Class 11 and Class 12 students in science, arts, home science, and commerce faculties, exams begin earlier. The Class 12 schedule starts on February 23, 2026. Class 11 examinations follow on February 28, 2026. These dates apply specifically to the February-March 2026 session for summer zone areas.
Practical Examinations and Important Instructions
The board clarified an important detail about practical tests. JKBOSE will issue datesheets for external practical examinations separately. This applies to both Class 11 and Class 12 students. The board emphasized this point in their official communication.
Examination centers will appear on individual admit cards. Students must carry these cards on all exam days for verification purposes. The board advises strict adherence to instructions printed on the back of admit cards.
A crucial warning accompanies the schedule release. Students must not bring any prohibited materials into examination halls. This ban includes electronic gadgets like mobile phones and headphones. The board aims to maintain examination integrity with these restrictions.
Accessing Detailed Schedules and Additional Subjects
Complete subject-wise datesheets are available online. Students and parents can visit the official JKBOSE website at jkbose.nic.in. The portal contains exhaustive information about examination timings and paper patterns.
The Class 10 schedule includes diverse subject options. Students can choose from multiple additional languages. Options include Dogri, Sanskrit, Arabic, Kashmiri, Bhotia, Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu, and Persian. These examinations will occur on March 9, 2026.
Vocational subjects offer another dimension to the examination schedule. These papers cover fields like Health Care, Tourism, IT, Retail, and Agriculture. Other vocational areas include Security, Telecommunication, Media, Beauty, and Physical Education. Automotive, Plumbing, Electronics, and Power sectors complete the vocational list. These examinations will take place on March 10, 2026.
Fine arts and creative subjects also feature in the schedule. Music examinations will occur on March 5, 2026. Painting and Art & Drawing papers follow on March 7, 2026. This comprehensive approach ensures all student interests receive proper examination coverage.
Preparation Timeline and Regional Considerations
The released schedule provides students with ample preparation time. With examinations scheduled for early 2026, students have over a year to prepare. This extended timeline allows for thorough revision and practice.
The summer zone designation specifically applies to Jammu division areas. Students in these regions should carefully note the announced dates. The board likely will issue separate schedules for other zones in due course.
This announcement brings clarity to thousands of students across Jammu and Kashmir. With definite dates now available, students can plan their study schedules effectively. Teachers and parents can also organize support systems around these fixed examination periods.
