ICSE and ISC Timetable 2026: Exam Dates and How to Read the Date Sheet
The ICSE and ISC timetable is typically released in November each year for the February–April board exams. For 2026, the timetables were released on 13 November 2025. ICSE Class 10 board exams ran from 17 February to 30 March 2026; ISC Class 12 exams ran from 12 February to 6 April 2026.
The date sheet is organised by paper number and subject. Read it carefully against your exact subjects because some subjects have more than one paper on separate dates, and paper timings can differ.
2026 timetable at a glance
| Exam | Timetable released | Board exams ran |
|---|---|---|
| ICSE Class 10 | 13 November 2025 | 17 February 2026 – 30 March 2026 |
| ISC Class 12 | 13 November 2025 | 12 February 2026 – 6 April 2026 |
Confirm all dates for future cycles on the official CISCE portal.
How to read the timetable correctly
- Download the official PDF from cisce.org — The timetable is published as a PDF on cisce.org. Only use the official version — do not rely on screenshots circulated on social media.
- Check your exact subjects and paper numbers — Some subjects (such as English in ISC) have separate Language and Literature papers on different dates. Verify every paper you are registered for.
- Note the timing and any practical exam dates — Practical and internal assessment schedules are typically managed by schools separately from the theory timetable.
- Re-check after the November timetable is live each year — For cycles after 2026, the timetable for the upcoming February–April exams is usually released in November of the preceding year.
For 2027 cycle dates: The 2027 ICSE and ISC timetable will typically be released in November 2026. Confirm exact dates and any changes on the official CISCE portal before making any exam-day plans.
Official source
- CISCE official website — Timetables are published under the Examinations section