CISCE Board Exams 2026 LIVE: ISC accounts, ICSE English paper concluded; exam paper analysis, updates

The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) will administer the ICSE Class 10 English paper II today, February 20, from 11:00 am, and the ISC Class 12 accounts exam in the afternoon shift, from 2:00 pm. Students are advised to reach the exam centre 40-45 minutes before the exam begins.

The authority has concluded the ICSE 2026 Class 10th English paper II at 1:00 pm, and the ISC 2026 Class 12th accounts exam is ongoing. The exam will conclude at 5:00 pm. According to official data, about 2.6 lakh students are expected to appear for the ICSE Class 10 exam and around 1.5 lakh students for the ISC Class 12 exam in 2026.

CISCE Board Exam 2026: Guidelines

Students who are going to appear for the CISCE board exam 2026 must follow the important instructions given below.

• Applicants should be at their designated examination centres at least 40 to 45 minutes before the start of the exam.
• Arriving early is vital for completing the verification process and avoiding last-minute difficulties.
• Students must carry their hall ticket and school ID card to enter the exam hall.
• Students should wear their school uniforms.
• Informal attire is not acceptable under any circumstances.

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ISC Accounts Board Exam 2026: Exam pattern

The ISC Class 12 accounts paper will be divided into three sections – Section A, B, and C.

• Section A carries 60 marks consisting of Partnership Accounts and Joint Stock Company Accounts.
• Section B carries 20 marks containing management accounting.
• Section C consists of 20 marks consisting of computerised accounting.

ICSE Board Exam 2026: Passing marks

To pass the ICSE Class 10, aspirants achieve passing marks in at least five subjects out of six. Candidates must also get passing marks in SUPW and Community Service, which are internally graded. The minimum passing grade for each subject is 33%. Full Story: CISCE revises Class 10, 12 board exam rules; scraps compartment exam, key changes