The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the online examination forms for Class 10 and Class 12 private candidates for the upcoming CBSE Board Exams 2027.
According to the official notification published on October 7, 2026, the registrations are now live on the board’s portal, and the main examinations are scheduled to take place during February, March, and April 2027 alongside regular students.
CBSE Board Exams 2027: Deadlines and Important Dates
Eligible candidates looking to secure their seats for the 2027 board examinations must adhere to a strict submission window. The application timeline is detailed below:
- Registration Start Date: October 8, 2026
- Last Date without additional charges: October 23, 2026
- Late Registration Window: October 24, 2026, to October 30, 2026, with late payment charges.
Eligibility Criteria
The CBSE portal is currently accepting applications under several specific candidate categories. Individuals falling into the following brackets for the years 2021–2026 are eligible to register:
- Essential Repeat (ER): apply to students who didnot clear their exam in previous attempt.
- Compartment / Fail: Candidates placed in the compartment category or declared failed.
- Improvement of Performance: Passed students looking to upgrade their marks in one or more subjects.
- Additional Subjects: Students wishing to appear for a new, supplementary subject.
- Special Cases: Certified medical cases and Children with Special Needs (CwSN).
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted exclusively online through the “Vyaktigat Pariksharthi” portal on the official CBSE website.
- Access the Portal: Navigate to the CBSE Private Candidate Portal.
- Credentials Entry: For 2026 candidates, data will be auto-retrieved using previous roll numbers. Candidates from earlier years (2021–2025) must input details manually.
- Form Filling: Select required subjects, preferred examination cities, and upload a clear photograph and signature according to the specified dimensions.
- Fee Payment: Complete the process by paying the prescribed fee via online banking, debit card, or credit card.
For structural issues or login trouble, candidates can reach out directly to the official CBSE Helpline at 1800-11-8002.
Eligible Class 10 and Class 12 private candidates can apply according to CBSE guidelines.
Candidates can fill out the online application form through the official CBSE website.
Candidates should check the official CBSE website for the latest application deadlines and instructions.
