CBSE Board Exam 2026 Registration for Private Candidates Class 10, 12 Started

CBSE Board Exam 2026 Registration for Private Candidates Class 10, 12 begins today, September 9, 2025. Private students who wish to appear for the board exams can now fill out their application forms online through the official CBSE website, cbse.gov.in. 

Before applying, students are advised to carefully check the eligibility criteria to ensure they qualify for the CBSE Board Exam 2026. This registration is open to students who need to repeat exams, were placed in the compartment category, or want to improve their scores in one or more subjects.

CBSE Board Exam 2026 Registration for Private Candidates Class 10, 12 Overview

CBSE Board Exam 2026 Registration for Private Candidates for Class 10 and Class 12 has started. Below is an overview of the registration process and important details for students planning to apply.

CBSE Board Exam 2026 Registration for Private Candidates Class 10, 12 Important Dates

The important dates for CBSE Board Exam 2026 Registration for Private Candidates for Class 10 and 12 are given below. Students must follow these dates to ensure their registration is completed on time.

CBSE Board Exam 2026 Registration for Private Candidates Class 10, 12 PDF Download

Students who wish to appear as private candidates for the CBSE Board Exam 2026 in Class 10 and 12 can download the registration PDF from the links provided below. 

The PDF contains all the necessary instructions, eligibility criteria, fee details, and the step-by-step application process to help students complete their registration smoothly. Make sure to read the document carefully before filling out the application form.

CBSE Board Exam 2026 for Private Students Eligibility

Private candidates are those who fall into one of the following categories:

Class 10 (Secondary) Private Candidates

CBSE permits certain students to appear as private candidates for Class 10 examinations if they were unable to appear in regular school exams or wish to improve their previous performance. The eligibility criteria for Class 10 private candidates are as follows:

1. Students who did not appear in regular school exams in 2025.

2. Students who were declared fail/essential repeat in previous years (2020-2025).

3. Candidates aiming to improve their performance in selected subjects.

Class 12 (Senior Secondary) Private Candidates

CBSE allows certain students to appear as private candidates for Class 12 examinations if they do not wish to enroll through a regular school or need another opportunity to improve their results. The eligibility criteria for Class 12 private candidates are as follows:

1. Students of session 2024-25 declared Essential Repeat in the 2025 exams.

2. Students of session 2024-25 placed in Compartment in the main or supplementary exams of 2025 (Second Chance Compartment Candidates).

3. Candidates who have failed or were declared Essential Repeat in the years 2020 to 2025.

4. Passed-out candidates of 2024-25 who wish to improve their marks in one or more subjects.

CBSE Board Exam 2026 Application Process

CBSE Board Exam 2026 Application Process for private candidates of Class 10 and 12 is completely online. Follow these steps to complete the registration smoothly:

1. Visit the Official Website cbse.gov.in.

2. Find the link Submission of Examination Form by Private Candidates for Class X/XII Exam 2026 under the latest notifications section.

3.  Enter all required details carefully, including personal information, subjects and contact details.

4. Submit scanned copies of mark sheets, identity proof and photographs as per CBSE guidelines.

5. The normal fee is ₹320 per subject for India/Nepal. For additional subjects, it is ₹1100 per subject. Students from other countries pay ₹2200 per subject. Late fee, if applicable, is ₹2000 per candidate.

6. Double-check all entries before submission and save a copy of the confirmation receipt for future reference.