CBSE LOC Submission Start: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released an important notification regarding the submission of List of Candidates (LOC) for the Class 10 Second Board Examination 2026. The circular, dated 15 April 2026, provides detailed instructions for schools on fee payment, LOC submission, and eligibility.
CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exam 2026 – Overview Chart
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Board | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Name | Class 10 Second Board Examination 2026 |
| Notification Date | 15 April 2026 |
| Exam Purpose | Improvement / Second Chance Exam |
| LOC Submission Start | 16 April 2026 |
| LOC Submission Last Date | 20 April 2026 |
| Late Fee Window | 21 April – 22 April 2026 |
| Application Mode | Through Schools (LOC Submission) |
| Fee Payment Mode | Online Only |
| Fee (India) | 320 per subject |
| Fee (3 Subjects) | 960 |
| Late Fee | 2000 |
| Eligible Students | Main Exam Appeared / Compartment Students |
| Not Eligible | ER Category Students |
| Subject Improvement | Up to 3 Subjects |
| Maths Option Change | Allowed (Basic ↔ Standard) |
| Exam Syllabus | Same as Main Exam 2026 |
| Correction After Submission | Not Allowed |
| Official Notice | Click- CBSE/LOC/X/2025-2026 |
Who Can Appear in CBSE Second Board Exam 2026?
According to the official guidelines:
- Students who have already appeared in the main board exam and want to improve their marks
- Students in the compartment category
- Students who missed the earlier LOC submission can now apply
However, students placed in the ER (Essential Repeat) category are not eligible for this examination.
Submission of List of Candidates (LOC) for Class X – Second Board Examination, 2026
CBSE LOC Submission Start Date & Fee Payment Schedule
As per the schedule mentioned in the notice, the process will be conducted in three phases:
| Activity | Dates |
|---|---|
| Fee Payment – 1st Phase | 16 April to 20 April 2026 |
| LOC Submission + Fee Payment – 2nd Phase | 16 April to 20 April 2026 |
| LOC Submission – 3rd Phase (with Late Fee) | 21 April to 22 April 2026 |
Schools must strictly follow the timeline, as no extension will be provided after the deadline.
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Important Rules & Flexibility for Students
CBSE has introduced several flexible options for students:
- Students can improve performance in up to three subjects
- The mathematics option can be changed:
- Standard → Basic
- Basic → Standard
- Students can withdraw their candidature if they don’t want to appear
- No change in subjects (except Maths) is allowed
Fee Structure For Indian Students:
- 320 per subject
- 960 for 3 subjects
Late Fee:
- Additional ₹2000 per candidate
Payment Mode:
- Only online payment (Debit/Credit Card, UPI, Net Banking, NEFT/RTGS)
- No offline payment will be accepted
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Key Instructions for Schools
CBSE has issued strict instructions to schools:
- LOC data must be submitted carefully and correctly
- Once finalized, no corrections will be allowed
- Schools must ensure timely fee payment
- Delay in submission will attract late fee penalties
Special Provisions
- CWSN (Children With Special Needs):
Only those already registered will get facilities; no new registrations allowed - Sports Students:
Can be added if already permitted by CBSE - Absentee Rule:
If a student pays the fee but does not appear, the main exam result will be treated as final
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
- The second board exam will be conducted on the same syllabus as the main examination 2026
- No changes in the curriculum or exam pattern
The CBSE Class 10 Second Board Examination 2026 offers a valuable second chance for students to improve their academic performance. However, strict adherence to deadlines and guidelines is crucial, as the board has clearly stated that no corrections or extensions will be allowed after LOC submission.
Schools and students are advised to complete the process within the given timeline to avoid penalties or disqualification.
