CBSE Board Exam 2026: Exam Day Guidelines, Dress Code & Important Rules - Check Now

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The CBSE Class 10 and 12 board exams 2026 are starting from February 17. Students across the country are preparing for their big day. With the exam just days away, it's important to stay calm, focused, and well-prepared about the exam day rules.

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Around 46 lakh students from over 8,000 schools in India and abroad will appear for the exams this year. To help you approach the exam day with confidence, here's a complete guide covering all the important instructions, dress code, permitted items, and do's and don'ts.

CBSE Board Exam 2026: Important Instructions for Exam Day

Every student must follow these key instructions on the exam day:

Reach Early: Reach the CBSE exam centre before 30 minutes from exam start time

Carry Admit Card & ID: Carry CBSE admit card 2026 class 10 and school ID card to exam centre.

Carry Only Permitted Items: Avoid carrying electronic devices in the exam hall.

Wear School Uniform: Wear school uniform to not disobey CBSE dress code for board students.

Check Seating Arrangement: Once you reach the centre, check the notice board for your allotted room and seat number.

Use Reading Time Wisely: Use the 15-minute reading time to understand the paper pattern, marking scheme, and plan your answers.

Permitted & Prohibited Items in CBSE Board Exam 2026

Permitted Items	Prohibited Items
Admit card and school ID	Mobile phones and Bluetooth devices
Blue/royal blue ink pen, pencil, eraser	Earphones, smartwatches, cameras
Geometry box, scale, writing pad	Textbooks, notes, flashcards
Transparent water bottle	Wallets, handbags, goggles, pouches
Analog watch (without calculator)	Any food or drink (except for diabetics with permission)
Metro card, bus pass, money	Any other electronic device
Transparent pouch for stationery	Unauthorised study material

Students with dyscalculia can use the calculator provided by the exam centre.

CBSE Board Exam 2026 Dress Code

For Regular Students

All regular students in grades 10 and 12 must wear their school uniform on exam day. Center staff will not allow entry without the correct uniform. This rule applies to both boys and girls.

Dress Code for Girls

Rule	Details
Clothing	Light-coloured outfits preferred; avoid heavy clothes
Jewellery	No earrings, nose pins, anklets, bracelets, rings, or necklaces
Footwear	Slippers or plain chappals without heels

Dress Code for Boys

Rule	Details
Clothing	Light-coloured shirts or T-shirts; avoid zip pockets or big buttons
Bottom Wear	Simple pants or trousers
Footwear	Sandals, slippers, or shoes

Private students should wear light and comfortable clothes as per the board's instructions.

Do's for CBSE Board Exam 2026

Do's	Why It Matters
Double-check your admit card	Entry isn't allowed without it
Stay calm and take deep breaths	Helps you concentrate better
Manage time for each section	Avoids spending too long on one question
Write neatly with proper margins	Makes your answer sheet presentable
Attempt all questions	Partial marks are better than zero
Review answers before submitting	Helps catch errors or missed questions

Don'ts for CBSE Board Exam 2026

Don'ts	Why You Should Avoid
Last-minute cramming	Can increase anxiety instead of helping
Panicking during the exam	Stay calm even if the paper feels tough
Carrying prohibited items	Leads to strict action and disqualification
Talking during the exam	May result in disqualification
Overwriting or rubbing too much	Makes answers hard to read
Leaving the exam hall early	Use remaining time to review answers

Final Tips to Stay Calm on Exam Day

Sleep Well: Get 7–8 hours of sleep the night before the exam. A rested mind works better.

Eat a Healthy Breakfast: Have a nutritious meal to keep your energy stable throughout the exam.

Stay Positive: Walk into the exam hall with a confident and positive mindset. You've prepared well — trust yourself.

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👉 CBSE Class 12 Study Materials

CBSE Class 12 Study Materials
CBSE Class 12 Full Study Material	CBSE Class 12 Sample Paper 2025-26
CBSE Class 12 Syllabus 2025-26	CBSE Class 12 Previous Year Papers
NCERT Books For Class 12 Books	NCERT Class 12 Solutions
CBSE Class 12th Important Questions	CBSE Class 12th Case Study Questions
CBSE 12th Assertion & Reason Questions	CBSE Class 12th Competency-Based Questions

👉 CBSE Class 10 Study Materials

CBSE Class 10 Study Materials
CBSE Class 10 Full Study Material	CBSE Class 10 Sample Paper 2025-26
CBSE Class 10 Syllabus 2025-26	CBSE Class 10 Previous Year Question Papers
NCERT Solutions For Class 10	CBSE Class 10 Books
CBSE Class 10th Important Questions	CBSE Class 10th Case Study Questions
CBSE 10th Assertion & Reason Questions	CBSE Class 10th Most Repeated Questions
CBSE Class 10th Competency Based Questions