Are you a Class 10 ICSE student gearing up for your 2026 board exams?

Great news — 🗓️ ICSE Class 10 Board Exam Timetable 2026 (Released!)

With the dates now confirmed, this is the perfect time to plan smarter, revise better, and prepare confidently for your board exams.

Let’s walk you through the complete exam schedule and 10 smart study tips to make your preparation smoother and stress-free.

📑 ICSE Class 10 Board Exam Timetable 2026

The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) released the ICSE Class 10 board exam timetable for 2026 on their official website cisce.org.

Check out the ICSE class 10 board exam timetable for 2026 below:

Here’s the tentative date and subject-wise ICSE Class 10 Board Exam Timetable 2026 for your quick reference:

• 17 February, 2026

  • 11:00am: English Language – Paper 1

• 20 February, 2026

  • 11:00am: Literature in English – Paper 2

• 21 February, 2026

  • 9:00am: Art – Paper 1 (Still Life)

• 23 February, 2026

  • 11:00am: Group III Elective Section B Subjects – Robotics & Artificial Intelligence, Basic Data Entry Operator, Dietetic Aide, Catering, Early Years Physical Activity Facilitator, Auto Service Technician

• 26 February, 2026

  • 11:00am: Hindi

• 27 February, 2026

  • 9:00am: Art – Paper 2 (Nature Drawing/Painting)

• 28 February, 2026

  • 9:00am: Art – Paper 3 (Original Composition)

• 2 March, 2026

  • 11:00am: Mathematics

• 6 March, 2026

  • 11:00am: Languages – Ao-Naga, Assamese, Bengali, Dzongkha, Garo, Gujarati, Kannada, Khasi, Lepcha, Mizo, Malayalam, Marathi, Nepali, Odia, Punjabi, Sanskrit, Tamil, Tangkhul, Telugu, Urdu, Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Persian, Modern Armenian, Portuguese, Spanish, Thai, Tibetan

• 7 March, 2026

  • 9:00am: Art – Paper 4 (Applied Art)

• 9 March, 2026

  • 11:00am: Physics – Science Paper 1

• 11 March, 2026

  • 11:00am: Chemistry – Science Paper 2

• 13 March, 2026

  • 11:00am: Biology – Science Paper 3

• 16 March, 2026

  • 11:00am: History & Civics – Paper 1

• 18 March, 2026

  • 11:00am: Geography – Paper 2

• 23 March, 2026

  • 11:00am: Group III Elective Section A Subjects – Carnatic Music, Commercial Applications, Computer Applications, Cookery, Drama, Economic Applications, Environmental Applications, Fashion Designing, French, German, Hindustani Music, Home Science, Hospitality Management, Indian Dance, Mass Media & Communication, Physical Education, Spanish, Western Music, Yoga, Technical Drawing Applications

• 25 March, 2026

  • 11:00am: Group II Elective Subjects – Commercial Studies, French

• 27 March, 2026

  • 11:00am: Group II Elective Subjects – Economics

• 30 March, 2026

  • 11:00am: Group II Elective Subjects – Environmental Science

🎯 10 Smart Study Tips for Class 10 ICSE Board Exams 2026

1️⃣ Start Early, Stay Consistent

• Short, daily study sessions help you remember better than long, last-minute study marathons.

2️⃣ Make a Realistic Study Plan

• Divide chapters based on difficulty. Save easier topics for days when your energy is low.

3️⃣ Focus on Understanding

• ICSE exams reward clarity and conceptual thinking — not memorizing.

4️⃣ Practice Past Question Papers

• Work on speed and accuracy by solving previous years' papers under exam-like timing.

5️⃣ Use Exam Gaps Wisely

• Revise important chapters and formulas during the break days between exams.

6️⃣ Daily Revision

• End your day by revisiting what you learned — helps long-term memory.

7️⃣ Create Quick Notes

• Make mind maps, diagrams, formula sheets, and flashcards for final-day revision.

8️⃣ Clear Doubts Immediately

• Don’t let small confusions grow into bigger learning gaps.

9️⃣ Stay Healthy & Sleep Well

• Your brain needs proper rest, hydration, and nutritious food during exam season.

🔟 Stay Positive

• Confidence boosts performance. Remind yourself that you’re capable and prepared.

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🧑‍🏫 Topics Covered in the Blog

• ICSE Exam Timetable 2026

• CISCE ICSE Class 10 Exam Data Sheet 2026

• Class 10 Board Exam 2026

• ICSE Board Exam Study Tips for students in 2026

• Study Tips for Class 10 students

• Career Counselling in Mumbai by Career Nurturer

• Farzad Minoo Damania Career Counsellor in Mumbai

🌟Final Thoughts

The ICSE Class 10 Board Exam Timetable 2026 sets the stage for your preparation journey. With focused planning, smart study habits, and the right mindset, you can achieve the results you dream of. Stay calm, stay organised, and most importantly — trust yourself. You’ve got this!

🌈 Remember: “Preparation + Consistency + Confidence = Success!”

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