The countdown ends tomorrow for Haryana Board of School Education (HBSE) Class 12th students as the HBSE Class 12th Exams 2026 officially get underway. Starting February 25 with the English paper, the examination schedule runs until April 1 at various centres statewide. Exams will take place during the afternoon shift, specifically from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM. As students enter this high-stakes period, the key to success lies in staying composed and arriving at the venue early with all essential paperwork ready. It’s a major moment for aspirants across all streams, and preparation is the best remedy for first-day nerves.
The HBSE Class 12th Examination 2026, conducted by the Haryana Board, is scheduled to be conducted from tomorrow, February 25, 2026 and ends on April 1, 2026, in offline mode or pen and paper format. As the 2026 boards commence, following the official guidelines is essential for a smooth experience. The Board has mandated strict compliance with all testing protocols. Starting February 25 with the English paper, the examination schedule runs until April 1 at various centres statewide. Exams will take place during the afternoon shift, specifically from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM. As students enter this high-stakes period, the key to success lies in staying composed and arriving at the venue early with all essential paperwork ready. It’s a major moment for aspirants across all streams, and preparation is the best remedy for first-day nerves.
HBSE Class 12th Exam 2026: Datesheet
Students who are appearing for the HBSE Class 12th Exams 2026 can check the datesheet in the table given below.
| Exam Date | Subjects |
| February 25, 2026 | English Core English Elective |
| February 27, 2026 | Political Science |
| March 2, 2026 | PhysicsEconomics |
| March 3, 2026 | Physical Education |
| March 6, 2026 | History Biology |
| March 9, 2026 | Chemistry Accountancy Public Administration |
| March 11, 2026 | Computer Science IT & ITES (Information Technology & Enabling Services, For Govt. Model Sr. Sec. School, SLCE Sec-28 Faridabad only) |
| March 12, 2026 | Agriculture Philosophy |
| March 13, 2026 | Sociology Entrepreneurship |
| March 17, 2026 | Mathematics |
| March 18, 2026 | Sanskrit Urdu Bio-Technology |
| March 19, 2026 | Home Science |
| March 20, 2026 | Military Science Dance Psychology Sanskrit Vyakran Part-1 (Aarsh Padhdti Gurukul) Sanskrit Vyakran Part-1 (Paramparagat Sanskrit Vidyapeeth) |
| March 24, 2026 | Hindi Core Hindi Elective English Special for foreign Student in Lieu of Hindi Core |
| March 25, 2026 | Fine Arts |
| March 27, 2026 | Geography |
| March 28, 2026 | Music Hindustani Vocal Music Hindustani Instruction Melodie Music Hindustani Percussion (Tabla) Business Studies |
| March 30, 2026 | Punjabi Sanskrit Sahitya Ved Siddhant (Aarsh Padhdti Gurukul) Sanskrit Sahitya Ved Siddhant (Paramparagat Sanskrit Vidyapeeth) |
| April 1, 2026 | Retail (NSQF) Automotive (NSQF) Private Security (NSQF) IT-ITES (NSQF) Healthcare (NSQF) Physical Education (NSQF) Beauty & Wellness (NSQF) Tourism and Hospitality (NSQF) Agriculture (NSQF) Media & Entertainment (NSQF) Banking, Financial Services & Insurance (NSQF) Apparel, Made-ups and Home Furnishing (NSQF) Office Secretaryship and Stenography in Hindi Office Secretaryship and Stenography in English Sanskrit Vyakran Part-2 (Aarsh Padhdti Gurukul) Sanskrit Vyakran Part-2 (Paramparagat Sanskrit Vidyapeeth) |
HBSE Class 12th Exam 2026: Exam day instructions
There are mandatory exam day instructions and guidelines that must be adhered to strictly by the students. The students can check out the same as listed below.
- Candidates must bring their admit card to every exam.
- Mobile phones, calculators, smartwatches, and any electronic gadgets are strictly banned inside the hall.
- Carry your own pens, pencils, and basic geometry tools. Sharing of stationery is generally discouraged to maintain order.
- Candidates should reach the centre at least 30 minutes before the 12:30 PM start time. Entry is usually closed once the exam begins.
- Differently-abled students requiring a scribe should ensure they have their medical certificates verified by the board or centre superintendent in advance.
For further information, candidates must visit the official website as well.
