
CBSE Class 12 Private Candidate Form 2026-27 Released: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) released an official notice (Ref No. CBSE/COORD/PRIVATE - XII / 2026-27 /, dated 07/10/2026) regarding online examination form submissions for private candidates appearing in the Senior Secondary (Class XII) Examinations 2026–2027.
The notification outlines the eligibility criteria, examination fee structure, and operational schedule for various private candidate categories. Dr. Sanyam Bhardwaj, Controller of Examinations, confirmed that the main examinations will be held in February, March, and April 2027. Candidates can submit their applications online via the official portal at www.cbse.gov.in.
The CBSE Class 12 Private Candidate Form 2026-27 has been released on the official CBSE website. Candidates can use the direct link below to access the form and check the submission instructions.
Eligible candidates should carefully verify their details, subject choices, and other requirements before submitting the examination form.
CBSE Class 12 Private Candidate Form 2026-27 OUT- Direct Link
CBSE Class 12 Private Candidate Form 2026-27 Apply Link
The Board has provided a clear schedule for private candidate form submissions, including windows for standard fee payment and late fee submissions. Candidates must ensure they submit their details and fees within the stipulated deadlines.
The table below outlines the important dates for CBSE Class XII private candidate registrations:
| CBSE Class 12 Private Candidate Form 2026-27 Key Dates | |
|---|---|
| Event | Schedule |
| Notice Issue Date | 07/10/2026 |
| Online Form Submission Start Date | 08.10.2026 (Thursday) |
| Submission Window (Normal Fee) | 08.10.2026 (Thursday) to 23.10.2026 (Friday) |
| Submission Window (With Late Fee) | 24.10.2026 (Saturday) to 30.10.2026 (Friday) |
| Scheduled Examination Period | February / March / April – 2027 |
CBSE Private Candidate Form 2027 vs Regular Student LOC
Private candidate fees vary according to the candidate's location and subject type. All payments must be made online via digital channels such as Internet Banking, UPI, Debit Card, or Credit Card, as offline payment modes are strictly prohibited.
The table below details the examination and practical fee structure across different regions:
| Application Fee Structure and Categories | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fee Slab | India (INR) | Nepal (INR) | Other Countries (INR) | Submission Schedule |
| Normal Fee (per subject for additional subjects) | ₹320/- | ₹1100/- | ₹2200/- | 08.10.2026 to 23.10.2026 |
| Late Fee (per candidate) | ₹2000/- | ₹2000/- | ₹2000/- | 24.10.2026 to 30.10.2026 |
| Practical Fee (per practical subject) | ₹160/- | ₹175/- | ₹375/- | Payable with application |
Eligible categories include:
Essential Repeat (Session 2025–26): Students declared Essential Repeat in the 2026 examination.
Compartment (Second Chance): Candidates placed in Compartment in the Board's Main and Supplementary Examinations 2026.
Fail / Essential Repeat (2021–2026): Candidates declared Fail/Essential Repeat from 2021 to 2026.
Improvement of Performance: Students who passed in 2025–2026 and wish to improve performance in one or more subjects appeared in 2026.
Medical Ground Candidates: Regular students allotted a Class XII Roll No. in 2026 who could not appear due to medical reasons.
CBSE Date Sheet 2027 Class 10, 12 Release Date
Candidates must apply exclusively through the online portal as no physical forms will be accepted. Scanned photographs and signatures must be uploaded in .jpg format not exceeding 40 KB. The photograph must be recent (taken within the last 6 months) with the candidate's name and date clearly displayed. Examination centres are allotted strictly based on the chosen city and cannot be altered after allotment.
