
Karnataka 2nd PUC (Karnataka Board Class 12) is the final year of pre-university education in the state. It decides eligibility for degree courses and entrance exams like KCET, NEET, JEE and CUET. Here you will find details of the Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam 2027, including exam dates, time table, syllabus, exam pattern, marking scheme, hall ticket, practical exams, results, revaluation and other important updates.
The KSEAB conducts the Karnataka Board 2nd PUC exam every year, and students can now appear in more than one exam attempt. The table below gives the main highlights.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam name | Karnataka 2nd PUC Examination 2027 (Karnataka Board Class 12) |
| Conducting body | Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) |
| Session | 2026-27 |
| Streams | Science, Commerce, Arts |
| Exam 1 dates | Feb 27 to Mar 18, 2027 |
| Exam 2 dates | May 3 to 15, 2027 |
| Exam timing | 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM |
| Exam mode | Offline, pen and paper |
| Duration | 3 hours per subject |
| Result (Exam 1) | April 2027 (tentative) |
| Official website | kseab.karnataka.gov.in |
The Karnataka 2nd PUC 2027 examination schedule includes three exam opportunities: Exam 1, Exam 2 and Exam 3. Students can use the following table to track important events, including practical exams, hall ticket release and result announcements.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Practical Exams | January 2027 (Expected) |
| Exam 1 Hall Ticket | February 2027 (Expected) |
| 2nd PUC Exam 1 | February 27 to March 18, 2027 |
| Exam 1 Result | April 2027 (Tentative) |
| 2nd PUC Exam 2 | May 3 to May 15, 2027 |
| Exam 2 Result | May to June 2027 |
| Exam 3 | To be announced |
| Exam 3 Result | July 2027 (Expected) |
Students should check the official KSEAB website for confirmed dates and schedule changes. The dates marked as expected or tentative may change based on official notifications.Karnataka 2nd PUC Time Table 2027
The Karnataka 2nd PUC time table 2027 for Exam 1 has been released by KSEAB, and the subject-wise PDF is on the board’s PUC time table portal. For the full subject-wise schedule, see our Karnataka 2nd PUC time table 2027 page.
The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) has opened the online application process for the Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam 1 2027. The last date to submit the 2nd PUC repeater exam 2027 application without a late fee is November 21, 2026. Candidates who miss this deadline can apply with a late fee until December 5, 2026, subject to the board's instructions.
Students apply for the board exam through their respective colleges.
Collect the board application form from your college.
Fill in personal details, subject codes and language selections accurately.
Attach photographs and previous mark sheets.
Pay the prescribed exam fee at the college office.
Verify your entry details on kseab.karnataka.gov.in.
Application fee (tentative): General category students pay about Rs 400. SC/ST and Category 1 students get a fee concession as per norms. Confirm the final fee with your college.
Nationality: Indian citizen enrolled in a recognised Pre-University College in Karnataka.
Qualification: passed the Karnataka 1st PUC exam or an equivalent Class 11 qualification from a recognised board.
Attendance: minimum 75%.
Age: as set by the Department of Pre-University Education.
The Karnataka 2nd PUC syllabus 2027 covers Science, Commerce and Arts streams along with language papers. The official textbooks and the reduced or updated syllabus are maintained by the Department of School Education (Pre-University) and KSEAB. Download the full stream-wise PDF from our Karnataka 2nd PUC syllabus page, and use it as a chapter checklist.
The Karnataka Board Class 12 syllabus covers core subjects, languages, and electives across Science, Commerce, and Arts streams. Each subject has a specific marks distribution and set of units. The table below provides a subject-wise overview of the syllabus structure and marks pattern.
| Subject | Marks pattern | Key units |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 70 theory + 30 practical | Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetism, Electromagnetic Induction, Optics, Modern Physics, Semiconductor Electronics |
| Chemistry | 70 theory + 30 practical | Physical, Organic and Inorganic Chemistry units |
| Mathematics | 100 theory | Relations and Functions, Inverse Trigonometric Functions, Matrices, Determinants, Continuity and Differentiability, Integrals and more |
| Biology | 70 theory + 30 practical | Reproduction, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Human Health, Ecology and Biodiversity |
| English | Language paper | Prose, poetry, supplementary reading, grammar and writing tasks |
| Languages and electives | Subject-wise | Kannada, Hindi, Sanskrit, French, History, Economics, Business Studies, Accountancy, Computer Science, Electronics |
Organic Chemistry, Calculus, Genetics and Molecular Biology are usually high-weightage areas, so give them extra revision time.
The Karnataka 2nd PUC exam pattern 2027 is based on offline pen and paper exams lasting 3 hours per subject, and each subject carries 100 marks. For subject-wise blueprints, read the Karnataka 2nd PUC exam pattern page.
The Karnataka Board Class 12 marks distribution varies by subject and stream. Science subjects generally include practical assessments, while Arts and Commerce subjects have internal assessments. Language subjects also follow an 80:20 theory and internal assessment structure. Mathematics carries 100 marks for the theory examination, with no separate practical component.
| Subject type | Theory | Practical or internal |
|---|---|---|
| Science practical subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science) | 70 marks | 30 marks practical |
| Language subjects (English, Kannada and others) | 80 marks | 20 marks internal assessment |
| Mathematics | 100 marks | None |
Question types: MCQs, very short answer, short answer, long answer and essay or application-based questions, depending on the subject blueprint.
Internal assessment (20 marks): usually 10 marks from unit and mid-term tests and 10 marks from projects, assignments or viva.
Blueprints and model question papers are available on the KSEAB portal and the DPUE exam portal.
The Karnataka 2nd PUC passing marks 2027 follow the revised criteria, with an overall minimum of 33% (198 out of 600) and a minimum of 30% in each theory paper.
| Component | Minimum marks |
|---|---|
| Overall aggregate | 33% (198 out of 600) |
| Theory, 80-mark paper | 24 out of 80 |
| Theory, 70-mark paper (Science) | 21 out of 70 |
| Practical | Pass the practical portion separately |
Students must pass both theory and practical or internal components. Check the latest KSEAB circular for the exact subject-wise minimums, since the passing criteria have been revised in recent years.
The Karnataka 2nd PUC grading system 2027 (Karnataka Board Class 12) is managed by KSEAB and uses a 10-point grade-point scale. To pass, students need at least 33% overall and 30% in the theory paper (24 out of 80, or 21 out of 70 for Science). Practical and internal marks are cleared separately.
| Grade points | Approximate marks | Remark |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | Above 92% (1st language and non-language papers) or above 90% (2nd language papers) | Outstanding |
| 9 | 85% to 91% | Excellent |
| 8 | 75% to 82% | Very Good |
| 7 | 67% to 74% | Good |
| 6 | 59% to 66% | Above Average |
Classification: Distinction is 75% and above, and First Class is 60% to 74%.
Percentage bands are approximate, so check your marks card and the latest KSEAB circular for exact cut-offs.
The Karnataka 2nd PUC practical exam date 2027 is expected to begin in January 2027, before the theory exams.
Practicals are held for subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science and Electronics.
They are conducted at designated centres with strict monitoring, including CCTV and web-streaming by KSEAB.
Students need at least 75% attendance, and must complete their practical records and experiments.
Practicals are compulsory for Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
Check the scheme of evaluation on the KSEAB and DPUE exam portals for the final marks split.
The Karnataka 2nd PUC hall ticket 2027 (admit card) is released before the exams, about 10 to 20 days ahead of Exam 1.
Students cannot download it individually. College principals log in with their institution credentials, download the hall tickets and hand out printed copies.
Check these details: candidate’s name and photograph, roll or registration number, examination centre address and code, and subject-wise dates and timings.
Carry to the exam: the printed hall ticket and your valid college ID card.
Errors: report any mistake in your name, photograph or subjects to your principal right away, so a correction can be requested from KSEAB before the exams.
Internal assessment or practical exams (20 or 30 marks, depending on the subject).
Annual written theory exam (70 or 80 marks).
Centralised answer sheet evaluation.
Final score compilation and grade assignment.
Solving previous year papers is one of the best ways to understand the Karnataka Board Class 12 question style. Download them subject-wise from our Karnataka 2nd PUC previous year question papers page. While solving, note the marks per question, repeated topics and your time per section.
Model papers and blueprints help you practise the full paper format. Use the Karnataka 2nd PUC model paper page to attempt subject-wise papers, and try them within the 3-hour time limit. Official blueprints and model question papers are also on the KSEAB portal.
Chapter-wise notes make revision faster, especially for Science subjects with long syllabi. Download the Karnataka 2nd PUC notes PDF for quick revision of formulas, definitions and diagrams. Pair the notes with the official Pre-University textbooks.
Finish the syllabus early. Divide it into weekly targets, and keep the last month for revision.
Start with high-weightage units such as Organic Chemistry, Calculus and Genetics.
Practise previous year and model papers under timed conditions.
Maintain your practical records, and prepare for viva questions.
Keep a list of weak topics and revise them every week.
For more ideas, read the Karnataka board toppers’ preparation strategy.
Carry your printed hall ticket and college ID card.
Reach the exam centre before the reporting time.
Check the subject on the question paper, and read all instructions.
Manage your time by marks per question.
Draw labelled diagrams and show steps in numerical problems.
Carry only permitted stationery, and avoid prohibited items.
The Karnataka 2nd PUC result 2027 for Exam 1 is expected in April 2027 (tentative). The Exam 2 result is expected in May to June 2027, and the Exam 3 result in July 2027.
Visit the result website, karresults.nic.in.
Click the link for “Karnataka 2nd PUC Examination-1 Result 2027”.
Enter your registration number and select your stream if asked.
Click Submit to see your subject-wise marks and status.
Download and print the provisional marks card for college or admission use.
After the Karnataka Board Class 12 results, you can apply for entrance exams such as KCET, NEET, JEE and CUET, or take up degree courses in Science, Commerce and Arts. Plan your applications while you wait for the results.