CBSE board exams 2027: schools must register Class 10, 12 students by October 21
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CBSE told schools on October 9, 2026 to submit Class 10 and 12 candidate lists for the 2027 board exams by October 21 without a late fee.
What Happened
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has reminded schools that the online List of Candidates (LOC) for the 2027 Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations must be submitted by October 21, 2026, without a late fee. The reminder, dated October 9, 2026, asks principals to follow the board's guidelines and submit accurate details for every student who will sit the exams. The LOC is the official record from which CBSE prepares admit cards, so the name, date of birth, photograph and subjects a school enters now will appear on a student's admit card and, later, on their mark sheet. The board has said it will not extend the deadline and the portal closes at 11:59 pm on the last date.
Key Facts
- Deadline: October 21, 2026, for submitting the LOC without a late fee.
- Reminder issued: October 9, 2026; the LOC process began on September 24, 2026.
- Challan payment: schools paying by challan face an earlier cut-off of October 17, 2026, according to reports.
- Exam fee in India: Rs 1,600 for five subjects, with Rs 320 for each additional subject, as reported.
- Late submission: a short window with a late fee follows the deadline; reports differ on the amount and the closing date, so the board's circular is the final word.
- Correction window: listed for November 2 to November 4, 2026.
- Date sheet: CBSE had not released the 2027 board exam timetable as of early October 2026.
Why It Matters
For students, the LOC is the step that turns them from a Class 10 or 12 student into a board exam candidate. Most of the work is done by schools, but mistakes made at this stage are the hardest to fix later. A misspelt name, a wrong date of birth, or a subject choice that does not match what a student is studying can lead to admit card problems, or to a mark sheet that needs official correction after results. Those documents are used for college admissions, entrance exams and, later, jobs.
That is why students and parents should not leave the LOC entirely to the school. Many schools share the data with families for checking before submission. If yours has not, it is worth asking the class teacher to confirm what has been entered, especially the spelling of names as they appear on official identity documents, the date of birth, and the list of subjects, including any additional subject.
The deadline also matters for families paying fees. Schools collect board exam fees from students, and late submission can add a fee per candidate. Paying on time through the school avoids that extra cost.
| Step | Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| LOC submission opened | September 24 |
| Reminder from CBSE | October 9 |
| Challan payment cut-off (reported) | October 17 |
| LOC deadline without late fee | October 21 |
| Correction window (listed) | November 2 to 4 |
Impact
Short-term: Schools will rush to finalise candidate data over the next ten days; students may be asked to confirm details or pay fees quickly.
Long-term: Accurate LOC data means fewer problems with admit cards and mark sheets, which students rely on for admissions and jobs.
Who is affected: Class 10 and Class 12 students in CBSE schools, their parents, school principals and exam staff.
Key Takeaway
CBSE wants every Class 10 and 12 candidate registered for the 2027 board exams by October 21, 2026, and students should check their details before the window closes.
Questions and Answers
What is the last date for CBSE LOC submission for the 2027 board exams?
Schools must submit the List of Candidates by October 21, 2026 without a late fee. CBSE has said the deadline will not be extended.
Do students submit the LOC themselves?
No. Schools submit it for their students. Students and parents should still check that the name, date of birth, photograph and subjects entered by the school are correct.
What is the board exam fee for 2027?
According to reports, it is Rs 1,600 for five subjects for students in India, with Rs 320 for each additional subject. Schools collect the fee.
Has CBSE released the 2027 date sheet?
Not as of early October 2026. Students should watch the official CBSE website for the timetable.
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