PSEB Board Class 10 Exam 2026 LIVE: Punjab social science paper begins; timing, guidelines, updates
Sundararajan | March 6, 2026 | 12:30 PM IST | 3 mins read
PSEB Punjab 10th social science paper 2026 begins today at 11 am and will end at 2:15 pm. Updates on reporting schedule, exam format, qualifying criteria, and answer key updates
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The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) started the Class 10 social science exam 2026 today, March 6. According to the schedule, the Punjab 10th exam will begin at 11 am and will end at 2:15 pm. The PSEB Class 10 exam will include objective, short answer, long answer, and essay-type questions.
After CBSE, the PSEB will also implement the on-screen marking system from today's Punjab Class 10 social science examination 2026.
According to the PSEB Class 10 Social Science exam pattern, the question paper will have five sections with a total of 80 marks, while 20 marks are allotted for internal assessment or practicals. Students must get at least 33% marks in total (theory, practical.
PSEB Class 10 Social Science Paper 2026: Exam pattern
Below are the section-wise number of questions and marks for the PSEB 10th exam 2026.
| Sections | Description | Number of questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
Section A | Multiple choice questions | 10 questions | 20 marks |
Section B | Objective-type questions | 12 questions | 24 marks |
Section C | Short answer questions | 6 questions | 18 marks |
Section D | Source-based questions | 4 questions | 12 marks |
Section E | Fill in the spaces in the image | 3+3 | 6 marks |
Total marks | 80 marks | ||
The PSEB will implement the OSM system in one subject of the Class 10 exam in 2026, and it will be expanded to more subjects in the coming years. Each page of the redesigned answer sheet will have a unique QR code for secure scanning and digital evaluation.
Under the new OSM system, answer sheets will be scanned and uploaded to a central dashboard, where teachers will check them online using automated score calculation, marking schemes, and real-time progress tracking.
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PSEB Class 10 Board Exam 2026: Time table
The table below contains the Punjab Class 10 board exam 2026 date sheet.
| PSEB exam | PSEB date |
|---|---|
Social Science | March 6, 2026 |
Singing Music | March 7, 2026 |
Punjabi -A and History and Culture of Punjabi A | March 9, 2026 |
Cutting and Sewing | March 10, 2026 |
English | March 11, 2026 |
Agriculture | March 12, 2026 |
Hindi and Urdu (Instead of Hindi) | March 13, 2026 |
Science | March 16, 2026 |
Sanskrit, Urdu, German, French and NSQF exams | March 17, 2026 |
Matitav Midhibha Bhare Bheda or Physical Education (Physical Education Assistant | March 17, 2026 |
Mechanical drawing and painting | March 18, 2026 |
Punjabi B and History and Culture of Punjab-B | March 19, 2026 |
Playing Music | March 20, 2026 |
Mathematics | March 24, 2026 |
Music Tabla | March 25, 2026 |
Computer Science | March 27, 2026 |
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PSEB Punjab 10th social science paper 2026 begins from 11 am to 2:15 pm. Updates on reporting schedule, exam format, qualifying criteria, and answer key updates.
March 6, 2026 | 12:30 PM IST
PSEB Class 10 Social Science Exam 2026: Timings announced
The Punjab Class 10 Social Science examination for 2026 will be held in the morning shift from 11:00 am to 2:15 pm, as per the schedule released by the board.
March 6, 2026 | 12:00 PM IST
PSEB 10th Exam 2026: Is the admit card mandatory?
Students appearing for the PSEB Class 10 examination in 2026 must carry their admit card to the exam centre. The board has made it clear that candidates will not be permitted to enter the examination hall without their Class 10 hall ticket. Therefore, students should ensure they keep the admit card safe and bring it with them on every exam day.
March 6, 2026 | 11:30 AM IST
PSEB Class 10 Social Science Exam: Marks distribution
The PSEB Class 10 Social Science theory paper carries 80 marks, while the remaining 20 marks are assigned to internal assessment.
March 6, 2026 | 11:00 AM IST
PSEB Class 10 Board Exam 2026: Social Science paper begins
The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) has started the Class 10 social science exam 2026 today, March 6 from 11 am.
March 6, 2026 | 10:30 AM IST
PSEB Class 10 Board Exam 2026: Reporting time guidelines
Students are advised to reach the examination centre at least 30 minutes before the PSEB Class 10 exam starts to complete verification procedures and avoid any last-minute delays.
March 6, 2026 | 10:00 AM IST
PSEB Class 10 Social Science exam 2026: question format
The PSEB Class 10 Social Science paper will include a mix of objective, short-answer, long-answer, and essay-type questions based on the prescribed syllabus.
March 6, 2026 | 09:30 AM IST
PSEB Class 10 Exam LIVE: Minimum passing marks
To pass the PSEB Class 10 board exam, students must obtain at least 33% marks overall, including theory, internal assessment, and practical components.
March 6, 2026 | 09:00 AM IST
PSEB Class 10 Exam 2026: Documents required at exam centre
Students appearing for the PSEB Class 10 exam 2026 must carry their hall ticket along with a valid school ID card to the examination centre for verification.
March 6, 2026 | 08:30 AM IST
PSEB Class 10 Exam 2026: Ban on electronic devices
Students appearing for the Punjab Board Class 10 exams are not permitted to carry mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, or any other electronic gadgets inside the examination hall.
March 6, 2026 | 08:00 AM IST
PSEB Class 10 Social Science Exam 2026: Question paper structure
As per the prescribed pattern, the PSEB Class 10 Social Science question paper will be divided into five sections, each containing different types of questions.
March 6, 2026 | 07:31 AM IST
PSEB 10th Social Science Exam 2026: Pattern
The Punjab School Education Board Class 10 Social Science paper for 2026 follows a structured exam pattern carrying a total of 80 marks. Section A includes 10 multiple-choice questions worth 20 marks. Section B consists of 12 objective-type questions carrying 24 marks, while Section C features six short-answer questions for 18 marks. Section D contains four source-based questions worth 12 marks, and Section E includes image-based questions where students fill in the blanks, carrying a total of 6 marks.
March 6, 2026 | 07:00 AM IST
PSEB Class 10 Exam LIVE: Passing mark
Students must secure at least 33% marks in total, including theory, internal assessment, and practicals, to pass the PSEB 10th board exam.
March 6, 2026 | 06:00 AM IST
PSEB 10th Social Science Exam 2026: Type of questions
The Punjab PSEB Class 10 question paper will include objective, short answer, long answer, and essay-type questions based on the prescribed syllabus.
March 6, 2026 | 05:00 AM IST
PSEB Class 10 Social Science Exam 2026: Number of sections
According to the exam pattern, the PSEB Class 10 Social Science question paper will have five sections with different types of questions.
March 6, 2026 | 04:00 AM IST
PSEB Class 10 Exam: Marks allotted for social science paper
The PSEB Class 10 Social Science theory exam is conducted for 80 marks, while the remaining 20 marks are allotted for internal assessment.
March 6, 2026 | 03:00 AM IST
PSEB Class 10 Exam 2026: What if they forget hall ticket?
If students forget their PSEB 10th admit card, they should immediately inform the examination center authorities or their school authorities for assistance.
March 6, 2026 | 02:00 AM IST
When will the Punjab Class 10 Social Science exam be held?
The PSEB Class 10 Social Science exam 2026 will be held today, March 6, as per the official date sheet released by the Punjab School Education Board.
March 6, 2026 | 01:15 AM IST
PSEB Class 10 Exam 2026: Are electronic devices allowed?
No, students are not allowed to carry mobile phones, smart watches, calculators, or any electronic devices inside the Punjab board exam hall.
March 6, 2026 | 12:30 AM IST
What details are mentioned on the PSEB 10th admit card?
The PSEB Class 10 admit card includes details such as the student’s name, roll number, exam centre name, exam dates, and exam timings.
March 5, 2026 | 11:30 PM IST
PSEB Class 10 Board Exam 2026: Reporting time
Students should reach the exam centre at least 30 minutes before the PSEB Class 10 exam begins to complete the verification process and avoid delays.
March 5, 2026 | 10:30 PM IST
PSEB Class 10 Social Science: Exam guidelines should follow
Students are advised to reach the exam centre early, carry their PSEB 10th admit card, and follow the instructions given by the invigilators. Electronic devices and study materials are not allowed inside the exam hall.
March 5, 2026 | 10:00 PM IST
PSEB Class 10 Exam 2026: Documents should carry
Students should carry their PSEB 10th hall ticket and school ID card to the exam centre for verification.
March 5, 2026 | 09:45 PM IST
PSEB 10th Exam 2026: Is the hall ticket mandatory?
Yes, students must carry their PSEB Class 10 admit card to the exam centre. Without the Punjab 10th hall ticket, students will not be allowed to enter the examination hall.
March 5, 2026 | 09:35 PM IST
PSEB Class 10 board social science exam tomorrow
The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) will conduct the Class 10 social science board exam tomorrow, March 6, 2026, marking the start of the Class 10 board examinations.
March 5, 2026 | 09:27 PM IST
PSEB Class 10 Social Science Paper 2026 LIVE: Exam timings
The Punjab Class 10 Social Science exam 2026 will be conducted in the morning session from 11 am to 2:15 pm, according to the board schedule.
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