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Karnataka 2nd PUC (Class 12) Exams 2026
The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) (incorporating the Department of Pre-University Education) has fully announced the detailed final schedule and syllabus outline for the 2nd PUC Examination-1 2026 exclusively covering Arts, Commerce, and Science major streams.
This pivotal Sarkari Result update clearly highlights verified exam dates, multi-exam attempt frameworks, and updated syllabus insights for thousands of Karnataka's pre-university students.
KSEAB 2nd PUC Exam 1 Time Table 2026
The rigorous theory examinations are rigidly scheduled to intelligently take place exclusively in a single morning shift (spanning 10:15 AM – 01:30 PM).
| Exam Date | Day | Broad Major Subjects |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 28, 2026 | Saturday | Kannada, Arabic |
| Mar 03, 2026 | Tuesday | Mathematics, Education |
| Mar 05, 2026 | Thursday | Political Science, Statistics |
| Mar 07, 2026 | Saturday | Information Technology, Retail, Automobile, Beauty & Wellness |
| Mar 10, 2026 | Tuesday | Physics, Complete History |
| Mar 12, 2026 | Thursday | Chemistry, Business Studies |
| Mar 14, 2026 | Saturday | English |
| Mar 17, 2026 | Tuesday | Biology, Electronics, Computer Science, Geography |
(Note: Thoroughly referring to the official document or your authenticated Hall Ticket to conclusively verify the exact timing and subject code for your individual specific electives is strictly mandatory).
Examination Syllabus and Exam Reforms
The Karnataka 2nd PUC highly comprehensive syllabus for 2025-26 completely covers Science, Commerce, and Arts streams with 100% of the syllabus being successfully tested.
- Updates: Significant curricular changes have been systematically introduced exclusively for 2026 in complex subjects such as Psychology, Computer Science, and Home Science.
- Passing Criteria: The stringent passing criteria legally require an overall comprehensive score of 33%, with a strict minimum of 30% secured fundamentally in theory subjects. (E.g., for subjects uniquely presenting 80 theory marks, fundamentally 24 marks is the minimum pass line; for 70 mark science subjects, 21 marks uniquely acts as the floor).
How to Find the Time Table (Date Sheet) Online?
- Open securely the official verified board website:
kseab.karnataka.gov.inor alternatively navigate topue.karnataka.gov.in. - Navigate clearly to the 'Documents' menu specifically and find the unique 'PU / II PUC' tab.
- Click thoroughly on the 'Time Table' descriptive section.
- Look intently for the link uniquely labeled 'February/March 2026 2nd PUC Main Examination Final Time Table'.
- A high-quality PDF will seamlessly open. You can effectively download and distinctly print it for academic reference.
Important Exam Rules & Hall Ticket Information
- Admit Cards: The vital 2nd PUC admission tickets (Hall Tickets) are uniquely downloaded specifically by College Principals through the high-security PU Board portal entirely. Students must definitively collect the officially stamped hard copy directly from their respective colleges largely in mid-February.
- Timetable of Practical Exams: The practical examinations for 2nd PUC Science and distinctly relevant Arts/commerce subjects were securely conducted aggressively from January 27 thoroughly to February 14, 2026.
- Prohibited Items: Conclusively carrying mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, modern smartwatches, or any printed/handwritten unauthorized material directly into the secure exam hall invariably leads to unceremonious immediate disqualification strictly.
Flexible Evaluation & Supplementary Exams Framework
KSEAB robustly offers exceptionally multiple exam opportunities (Exam-1, Exam-2, and tentatively Exam-3) aiming progressively to significantly help students improve their vital scores decisively without carelessly losing an entire academic year.
- The crucial results for Exam-1 are typically promptly announced specifically in the 3rd week of April.
- Exam-2 (Improvement/Supplementary) will be forcefully conducted clearly from April 25 to May 09, 2026.
About Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam Date 2026 Board Exam
The Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam Date 2026 is one of the most important examinations for Class 10/12 students in India, conducted by Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB). The board exam determines students' eligibility for college admissions, competitive entrance exams, and scholarship programs.
Exam Schedule & Timetable 2026
Date Sheet: The official timetable for Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam Date 2026 2026 is published by Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) approximately 3 months before the exam on their official website.
| Event | Timeline |
|---|---|
| Date Sheet Release | November–December 2025 |
| Admit Card Download | 2 weeks before exam |
| Practical Exams | January–February 2026 |
| Theory Exams | February–March 2026 |
| Result Declaration | May–June 2026 |
Subjects & Marking Scheme
Board examinations typically carry 100 marks per subject:
- Theory Exam: 70–80 marks
- Internal Assessment / Practical: 20–30 marks
Core Subjects (Class 10)
| Stream | Subjects |
|---|---|
| All | Language 1 (Hindi/Regional), Language 2 (English/Regional), Mathematics, Science, Social Science |
| Optional | Computer Applications, Sanskrit, Painting, Physical Education |
Core Subjects (Class 12)
| Stream | Subjects |
|---|---|
| Science | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology, English, Optional (CS/PE/Fine Arts) |
| Commerce | Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics, English, Mathematics/Applied Maths |
| Arts | History/Geography/Political Science/Psychology, English, Optional |
Grading System
| Marks Range | Grade | Grade Point |
|---|---|---|
| 91–100 | A1 | 10.0 |
| 81–90 | A2 | 9.0 |
| 71–80 | B1 | 8.0 |
| 61–70 | B2 | 7.0 |
| 51–60 | C1 | 6.0 |
| 41–50 | C2 | 5.0 |
| 33–40 | D | 4.0 |
| 21–32 | E1 | — (need improvement) |
| 00–20 | E2 | — (fail) |
Pass Percentage History
| Year | Pass % |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 87–93% |
| 2024 | 86–92% |
| 2023 | 85–91% |
| 2022 | 88–94% (pandemic supplementary) |
| 2019 (pre-COVID) | 83–88% |
How to Check Result Online
- Visit the official board website: ****
- Click "Results 2026" section
- Enter Roll Number and Date of Birth
- View and download the Result PDF / Marksheet
- Original Marksheet collected from school after official declaration
Important Tips for Students
- Download the official syllabus — Focus only on prescribed chapters (some topics are deleted each year)
- Study NCERT/SCERT textbooks first — Board papers are mainly textbook-based
- Previous year papers — Solve 10 years' papers (available on official website and DigiLocker)
- Time management in exam — Attempt known questions first; leave blanks for difficult ones
- Diagrams and maps — For Science, Social Science: neat labelled diagrams carry 1–2 marks each
- Internal marks — Take practicals and projects seriously; they raise your overall percentage
*Source: Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) | Website: *
Important Dates
Exam Timeline
Eligibility Criteria
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1st PUC Passed
N/A
How to Apply
Follow this step-by-step guide to fill the Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam Date 2026 application form correctly.
Documents Required
- Scanned Passport Size Photo (20-50kb, JPG)
- Scanned Signature (10-20kb, JPG)
- Class 10th & 12th Marksheets
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
Syllabus & Pattern
Download Official Syllabus
The detailed syllabus and exam pattern are available in the official notification PDF.
Download Notification PDF