CISCE Board Exams 2026 LIVE: ISC accounts, ICSE English paper today; exam pattern, timings, marking scheme
Sakshi Gupta | February 20, 2026 | 10:12 AM IST | 2 mins read
CISCE is going to conduct the ISC Class 12 accounts exam and ICSE Class 10 literature in English exam today. Updates on shift timings marking scheme.
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CISCE Board Exam 2026: 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 to 1:00 pm, and the ISC Class 12 accounts exam in the afternoon shift, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Students are advised to reach the exam centre 40-45 minutes before the exam begins.
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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.
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
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CISCE Board Exams 2026 LIVE: ISC accounts, ICSE English paper today, February 20, 2026. Check updates on exam pattern, timings, syllabus, and other details.
February 20, 2026 | 10:12 AM IST
CISCE Board Exams 2026: Prohibited items
Candidates can check some of the CISCE Board Exams 2026 prohibited items below:
- Students are not allowed to carry any books or reading material into the examination hall.
- No smart watches, mobile phone or any gadgets are allowed.
- No sharp object or instrument is allowed in the exam hall.
February 20, 2026 | 09:21 AM IST
ICSE 10th 2026 Exam Pattern
Students can check the ICSE 2026 class 10th exam pattern below:
- The exam pattern consists of details regarding the entire structure of the exam.
- The subjects for the ICSE 10th Board exam are divided into three groups-group I, II, and III.
- The group I consists of compulsory subjects, while in group II, candidates can opt for two/three subjects. In group III, candidates can choose any one of the subjects.
- The time duration for each ICSE 10th Board exam is different, as it depends on the subject.
February 20, 2026 | 08:31 AM IST
ICSE 2026 Class 10th English paper II today
The board will conduct the ICSE 2026 Class 10th English paper II today, i.e., February 20, 2026. The examination will be held from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. No student will be allowed inside the examination hall without ICSE hall ticket.
February 20, 2026 | 08:03 AM IST
What CISCE Board exams will be held today?
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 on the same day in the afternoon shift, from 2:00 pm.
February 20, 2026 | 06:30 AM IST
CISCE Class 10, 12 board exams: What to carry
Candidates must carry stationery pouches, blue/royal blue ballpoint pens, and transparent water bottles. Avoid wearing smartwatches as they will go under scrutiny, and you might be asked to remove them for security concerns.
Do not carry your mobile phones and calculators as they are strictly prohibited.
February 20, 2026 | 05:30 AM IST
Students must be in proper uniform, says CISCE
Class 10, 12 students, appearing in board exams 2026, must be in their proper uniform, the CISCE said.
February 20, 2026 | 04:30 AM IST
ICSE Class 10, 12 board exams guidelines
Students must carry physical copy of the ICSE Admit Card signed by the school principal, as no digital copy of the hall ticket will be accepted.
February 20, 2026 | 03:30 AM IST
How many subjects in ISC Class 12 board exam?
The ICSE Class 12 board exam will be held for 50 subjects.
February 20, 2026 | 02:30 AM IST
How many subjects in ICSE Class 10 board exam?
The ICSE Class 10 board exam will be held for 75 subjects.
February 20, 2026 | 01:30 AM IST
ISC Class 12 board exam?
The ISC will conclude the Class 12 board exam 2026 on April 6.
February 20, 2026 | 12:30 AM IST
When will the ICSE Class 10 exam conclude?
The ICSE Class 10 board exams 2026 will conclude on March 30.
February 19, 2026 | 11:30 PM IST
ISC Class 12 paper tomorrow
The ISC board will conduct the Class 12 board exam for accountancy paper from 2 pm to 5 pm.
February 19, 2026 | 10:30 PM IST
ICSE Class 10 paper tomorrow
The ICSE board will conduct the Class 10 board exam 2026 for English Literate paper 2 tomorrow from 11 am.
February 19, 2026 | 08:43 PM IST
ISC Class 12 accounts paper pattern
The ISC Class 12 accountancy paper will have compulsory section A with multiple choice questions (MCQs) and section B, C will be optional. Students can select either section B or C which will have practical questions.
February 19, 2026 | 08:20 PM IST
ISC Board Exam 2026: Recheck request
Students who are not satisfy with their result can apply for re-checking online within four days from the result declaration day. To request for the recheck, applicants need to pay the required fees.
February 19, 2026 | 08:10 PM IST
ICSE Board 2026: What candidates can't do on exam day?
Students appearing for the exam can't carry electronic devices, written chits, or any unauthorized materials into the exam hall. Appearing 5 minutes after the actual time, studnets will not allow to sit for the exam.
February 19, 2026 | 08:00 PM IST
CISCE Board Exam 2026: Exam details
The exam for ICSE was started on February 17, 2026 with English Language-Paper 1 and concluded on March 30, 2026 with Environmental Sciences.
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