CBSE Class 10 Admit Card 2026
How to get your admit card, what to check when you receive it, what to do if there's an error, and exactly what to carry on exam day.
Important
CBSE does not release the Class 10 admit card for individual download. It is issued to schools only. Websites claiming you can download it directly are not official.
How to Get Your Admit Card — Step by Step
Admit card is issued to schools only
CBSE sends Class 10 admit cards directly to schools. No individual download is possible from cbse.gov.in. Your school's examination coordinator will receive and distribute them.
Collect from school before exam week
Schools distribute admit cards 1–2 weeks before the first paper. Ask your class teacher or school office if you haven't received it 10 days before your first exam.
Verify all details immediately
Check: your full name, roll number, school name and code, date of birth, exam centre address, and your list of subjects with dates. Report any error at once.
Report errors to the school exam coordinator
Name, subject list, or centre errors must be corrected by the school via the CBSE regional office. Never attempt to correct an admit card yourself.
Keep safe until result is declared
You need the admit card to check results online, for re-evaluation applications, and for Class 11 college admissions. Keep the original — don't rely on a photocopy.
What to Carry on Exam Day
Admit card (original)
MandatorySchool ID card or photo ID
MandatoryBlue/black ballpoint pens (at least 2)
MandatoryPencil, eraser, ruler (for diagrams)
MandatoryGeometry set (for Maths exam)
OptionalScientific calculator (NOT allowed)
NOT allowedMobile phone (NOT allowed)
NOT allowedWater bottle (transparent, no label)
OptionalFrequently Asked Questions
When is the CBSE Class 10 admit card released for 2026?
CBSE typically releases the Class 10 admit card in February 2026, 2–3 weeks before board exams begin. The exact date is announced on cbse.gov.in.
How do I get my CBSE Class 10 admit card?
The admit card is distributed by your school — CBSE sends it to schools directly. Students cannot download it individually. Collect it from your school's exam coordinator.
What if my name is spelled wrong on the admit card?
Report it immediately to your school's examination coordinator. The school contacts the CBSE regional office for correction. Corrections must be made before the exam begins.
Is the admit card needed after exams too?
Yes. Keep the original admit card safe — you need it to check results on cbseresults.nic.in and for college admissions, re-evaluation requests, and DigiLocker access.
What happens if I forget my admit card on exam day?
You will not be permitted inside the examination hall without the admit card. Photocopies are not accepted. Contact your school immediately if lost — they may have a process for duplicate issuance before the exam.