Karnataka board SSLC 2027 timetables released for exam 1 and exam 2

KSEAB has released the 2027 SSLC timetables for Exam 1 and Exam 2. The schedules set out subject dates, timings and marks for students preparing ahead.Karnataka board Class 10 SSLC exam 1 will begin on March 22 and exam 2 on May 24 (Pexels)New Delhi,Oct 10, 2026 10:01 ISTThe Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) has issued the timetables for the 2027 Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) Exam 1 and Exam 2, with the first examination scheduled to begin on March 22 and the second on May 24.According to the timetables, SSLC Exam 1 will start with the first-language papers on March 22. The schedule includes examinations in core subjects and languages, with papers spread across March and early April.The Exam 1 timetable lists March 23 and 24 as holidays, followed by examinations on March 25 and 27. Further papers are scheduled for March 30 and April 2, among other dates. The timetable also specifies subject-wise examination timings and maximum marks.SSLC Exam 2 is scheduled to begin on May 24, with the first-language papers. Examinations will continue through May 31, covering core subjects, languages and other listed papers. The Exam 2 timetable also provides subject codes, examination timings and maximum marks. Students are advised to check the official timetable carefully for the dates and timings applicable to their respective subjects.The two schedules give students an advance timeline for preparing for the 2027 SSLC examinations. Candidates should refer to the official KSEAB notifications for the complete subject-wise timetable and examination instructions.KARNATAKA BOARD EXAM GUIDELINESExam timings: First-language, core subject and JTS examinations will be held from 10 am to 1.15 pm, while second- and third-language papers will run from 10 am to 1 pm.Reading time: Students will get 15 minutes to read the question paper before writing their answers. First-language, core subject and JTS papers will have three hours of writing time, while second- and third-language papers will have two hours and 45 minutes.NSQF examinations: Papers will be held from 10 am to 12.15 pm, with two hours for writing and 15 minutes for reading the question paper.JTS practical and oral examinations: For both Exam 1 and Exam 2, practical and oral examinations for JTS subjects 56, 57, 58 and 59 will be held at the respective schools. Exam 1 practicals are scheduled for April 6, 2027, while Exam 2 practicals will take place on June 1, 2027.Adarsha Vidyalaya students: Subject codes 15 and 60 are applicable only to students studying in Adarsha Vidyalayas.Hindustani and Carnatic Music examinations: Both examinations will be held from 2 pm to 5.15 pm. Theory papers will run from 2 pm to 3.45 pm, followed by practical examinations from 3.45 pm to 5.15 pm.Extra time for differently abled students: Additional time will be provided based on the duration of the question papers:- Three-hour paper: 60 minutes- Two-and-a-half-hour paper: 50 minutes- Two-hour paper: 40 minutes- One-and-a-half-hour paper: 30 minutes- Ends