UP Board Exam 2026 LIVE: UPMSP Class 10 Maths, Class 12 physics papers today; pattern, schedule

The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) will conduct the UP Board Class 10 Mathematics paper, along with Class 12 Physics paper today, February 27. The exams will be held in two sessions — from 8:30 am to 11:15 am for class 10 and from 2 pm to 5:15 pm for class 12. More than 50 lakh students are set to appear for the High School and Intermediate examinations this year.

In total, 52,30,297 candidates have registered for the 2026 board exams. Among them, 27,50,945 students are from Class 10, including 14,38,682 boys and 13,12,263 girls.

For the Intermediate level, 24,79,352 students have enrolled, comprising 13,03,012 boys and 11,76,340 girls. The examinations will take place at 8,033 centres across Uttar Pradesh.

While Class 10 registrations have marginally increased, intermediate enrolment has declined by 2,25,657 compared to last year. Despite the dip, the UP Board exams remain one of the largest school-level examinations in the country, requiring significant logistical planning.

Earlier, practical exams were conducted from January 21 to February 5 for Class 10, and in two phases up to February 16 for Class 12.

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UP Board 2026: Examination Guidelines

The board has issued the following instructions for candidates appearing between February 18 and March 12, 2026:

• Mandatory Documents: Students must carry a printed admit card signed by the principal along with a valid original photo ID such as a school identity card or Aadhaar card.

• Reporting Time: Exams will be held in two shifts daily, and candidates are advised to reach their centres at least one hour before the exam begins.

• Allowed and Prohibited Items: Only blue or black ballpoint pens, pencils, erasers, and a transparent geometry box are permitted. Mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, Bluetooth devices, books, notes, loose papers, and food items are strictly banned. Sharing of stationery is not allowed.

Inside the Examination Hall: Students must clearly mention their roll number and answer booklet number on each page of the answer sheet. Any instance of unfair means may result in disqualification. Candidates will not be allowed to leave the hall before the final bell.