The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) is set to conduct the UP Board Class 10 and 12 examinations 2026 from February 18 to March 12. This year, more than 52.3 lakh students have registered, making it one of the largest school-level examinations in India.

Registration Numbers at a Glance

As per official data, 27,50,843 students have enrolled for the Class 10 (High School) exams, while 24,79,341 candidates will appear for the Class 12 (Intermediate) examinations. The massive participation reflects the scale and importance of board examinations in Uttar Pradesh.

Exam Schedule and Timings

The UP Board exams 2026 will be conducted in pen-and-paper mode across thousands of centres in the state. Exams will take place in two shifts daily:

• Morning shift:8:30 am to 11:45 am

• Afternoon shift:2:00 pm to 5:15 pm

The first paper for both Class 10 and Class 12 students will be Hindi.

Minimum Passing Marks

To pass the examination, students must secure at least 33% marks in each subject as well as in aggregate. Those who fail to meet the criteria will need to appear for compartment or improvement exams as per board regulations.

Exam Day Guidelines

The board has issued strict instructions to ensure smooth conduct of exams:

• Entry to exam centres will begin one hour before the exam.

• The main gate will close 30 minutes before the exam starts.

• Students must carry a hard copy of their admit card along with basic stationery.

• Electronic devices, notes, books, or unauthorised materials are strictly prohibited.

• Answers must be written only in blue or black ink.

• Entry will be denied without a valid admit card.

Last Year’s Comparison

In 2025, over 54.37 lakh students appeared for the UP Board exams, conducted across 8,140 centres. Around 27.32 lakh students took Class 10 exams, while more than 27.05 lakh appeared for Class 12.

Students are advised to carefully follow official updates and reach their centres well in advance to avoid last-minute inconvenience.