Karnataka SSLC 3rd Preparatory Exam 2026 Social Science: New Timing 2 PM, 28 Feb
Karnataka SSLC 3rd Preparatory Exam 2026 Social Science Timing RevisedThe Karnataka School Examinations and Assessments Board (KSEAB) has revised the Karnataka SSLC 3rd Preparatory Exam 2026 Social Science paper timing. Karnataka SSLC Social Science exam will now be conducted on:
- at 2 PM
- 28 February 2026
The exam was earlier on 10 AM session. The authorities have circulated a notice of this revision. The circular cites the avoidance of a clash with Second PUC examination as the reason. The exam was also scheduled on the same day. Now the revision will ensure that Karnataka SSLC 3rd Preparatory Exam 2026 Social Science paper goes smoothly.
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Recently, CBSE Revised Board Exam Schedule
Why Was the SSLC Social Science Exam Timing Changed?
KSEAB issued a circular. What did it say?
- The 3rd State Level Preparatory Examination for SSLC students (2025-26): 23 February 2026 (earlier schedule)
- But the Second PUC exam is on 28 February 2026
- So the board shifts the SSLC Social Science paper to the afternoon session.
- Now, SSLC Social Science exam: 2:00 PM(earlier 10:00 AM).
Important: Students must note that there is no other subject whose timings have been changed.
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Karnataka SSLC Social Science Question Paper Upload Timing
KSEAB highlights the process of Karnataka SSLC exam:
- Social Science question paper will be uploaded to the school login portal.
- At 12:30 PM on 28 February 2026.
- Schools will download and print the paper from the portal.
SSLC Preparatory Exam 3 Time Table 2026
SSLC preparatory Exam 3 timetable 2026 is given below:
Date | Subject |
February 23, 2026 | First Language (Kannada, Telugu, Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Urdu, English, English NCERT, Sanskrit) |
February 24, 2026 | Mathematics |
February 25, 2026 | Second Language (English, Kannada) |
February 26, 2026 | Third Language (Hindi, Kannada, English, Persian, Arabic, Tulu, Urdu, Sanskrit, Konkani, Marathi) |
February 27, 2026 | Science |
February 28, 2026 (2 PM) | Social Science |
Other Inter and SSC Exam Date Sheets of States
The following table comprises the board exam date sheets of major boards and states:
Board | Class 10 (SSC) | Class 12 (HSC) | Full Schedule Here |
CBSE | 17 Feb-10 Mar 2026 (Final) | 17 Feb-9 Apr 2026 (Final) | |
Uttar Pradesh | February 18 to March 12 | February 18 to March 12 | |
Maharashtra | 20 Feb-18 Mar 2026 | 10 Feb-11 Mar 2026 | |
Tamil Nadu | 11 Mar & 6 Apr 2026 | 2 Mar-26 Mar 2026 | |
Karnataka | 18 Mar-1 Apr 2026 | 28 Feb-17 Mar | |
GSEB (Gujarat) | 26 Feb-16 Mar 2026 | 26 Feb-16 Mar 2026 | |
MBOSE (Meghalaya) | 30 Jan-11 Feb 2026 | 18 Feb-13 Mar 2026 | |
ICSE / ISC | 17 Feb-30 March 2026 | 12 Feb-6 April 2026 | |
Assam Board | 10 Feb-27 Feb 2026 | 11 Feb-16 March 2026 | |
BSEB | 17 Feb- 25 Feb 2026 | 2 Feb-13 Feb 2026 | |
HBSE | 26 Feb-20 March 2026 | 25 Feb-1 April 2026 |
What Students Should Do Now
Karnataka SSLC 2026 exams are on the horizon. And the recent change in Karnataka SSLC 3rd Preparatory Exam 2026 Social Science timing might seem overwhelming but with clear communication and information, students can cope with it. They must check the updated schedule to confirm the exam dates and timings. Also, keep these points in mind
- Note the revised timing: 2 PM on 28 February 2026
- Reach the exam centre before reporting time
- Stay updated with your school notice board
- Avoid confusion with the earlier 10 AM schedule
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ques: When was the Karnataka SSLC exam in 2026?
Ans: Karnataka SSLC 3rd Preparatory Exam 2026 will start from 23 February 2026 and will end on 28 February 2026.
Ques: How many preparatory exams are there in Karnataka for SSLC?
Ans: There are three phases of preparatory exams:
- Exam 1
- Exam 2
- Exam 3
SSLC (Class 10) students have to appear for these exams before the main board exams.
Ques: Are there three board exams in Karnataka?
Ans: Yes. There are three board exams in Karnataka. They are Exam 1, Exam 2, and Exam 3. They are for:
- SSLC (Class 10)
- PUC (Class 12)
Ques: Where can I download SSLC Preparatory Exam 3 timetable 2026 Karnataka?
Ans: You can get the official PDF from the website. The exams are starting from 23 February 2026. They will end on 28 February 2026. You must note that there is a revision in SSLC Preparatory Exam 3 timetable 2026 Karnataka for Social Science exam.