GSEB Board Exam 2027: Official Dates for Std 10 and 12
The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) has fixed the dates for the 2027 board exams. According to the board's official School Activity Calendar for 2026-27, the SSC (Class 10) and HSC (Class 12) board exams will be held from 25 February to 17 March 2027, for all streams.
The same calendar sets the dates for every school exam this year, from the first exam that begins today to the annual exams in April. This guide puts them in one place and explains what each one means for students preparing for the boards.
GSEB exam dates for 2026-27
These are the dates in GSEB's School Activity Calendar for 2026-27, issued by the board on 2 May 2026:
| Exam | Classes | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| First exam | Classes 9 to 12, all streams | 22 October to 2 November 2026 |
| Prelim / second exam | Classes 9 to 12, all streams | 18 to 28 January 2027 |
| Prakharata Shodh Kasoti (talent search test) | Class 9 | 30 January 2027 |
| School-level exam in board subjects (theory and practical) | Classes 10 and 12, all streams | 1 to 3 February 2027 |
| Practical exam | Class 12 Science | 5 to 13 February 2027 |
| SSC / HSC board exam | Classes 10 and 12, all streams | 25 February to 17 March 2027 |
| Annual school exam | Classes 9 and 11, all streams | 5 to 20 April 2027 |
GSEB's covering letter notes that these dates will change if the state government changes them, so keep an eye on official updates.
Is the subject-wise timetable out?
Not yet. The calendar gives the overall board exam window. GSEB publishes the paper-by-paper timetable for SSC and HSC separately, and it has not been released yet. We will update this guide once it is.
GUJCET, the state engineering and pharmacy entrance exam for HSC Science students, is also conducted by GSEB but announced separately. Our guide GUJCET Explained covers who needs it and how it works.
What each exam covers
GSEB has also set the syllabus for each exam:
- First exam (Classes 9 to 12): the syllabus taught from June to September.
- Prelims (Classes 10 and 12): the full syllabus.
- Second exam (Classes 9 and 11): the syllabus from June to December. Of this, 30% comes from the June to September syllabus and 70% from October to December.
- Board exams (Classes 10 and 12) and annual exams (Classes 9 and 11): the full syllabus.
For Class 10 and 12 students, this means the prelims in January are a full-length rehearsal for the boards, on the same full syllabus.
Term and vacation dates
| Period | Dates |
|---|---|
| First term | 8 June to 4 November 2026 |
| Diwali vacation | 5 to 25 November 2026 (21 days) |
| Second term | 26 November 2026 to 2 May 2027 |
| Summer vacation | 3 May to 6 June 2027 (35 days) |
| Academic year 2027-28 begins | 7 June 2027 |
How Class 10 and 12 students can plan the next four months
From today, the board exams are about 126 days away. Working backwards from GSEB's calendar gives a clear plan:
- Now to 2 November: the first exam. Treat the marks as a guide to which chapters need work, not as a final verdict.
- Diwali vacation (5 to 25 November): three free weeks. Use them for a first full revision of what has been taught so far, and to catch up on any weak chapters before the second term starts.
- December: finish the remaining syllabus and start a second round of revision. Solve full question papers under timed conditions.
- Prelims (18 to 28 January): these cover the full syllabus, so sit them like the real board exam. Afterwards, list every mistake and fix it chapter by chapter.
- 1 to 13 February: school-level exams in board subjects, then practicals for Class 12 Science students. Keep a short daily revision slot running alongside.
- Last 12 days before 25 February: revision only, no new material. Keep the same sleep and study timings the exams will need.
Our Parent's Guide to Class 10 Board Exam Preparation has more on how families can support this plan at home. If your child is choosing between boards for the coming years, see CBSE vs GSEB: Which Board Is Better for Your Child?
For Class 9 and 11 students
Class 9 and 11 do not have board exams, but the calendar matters for them too. Their second exam in January covers June to December, with 70% from the October to December syllabus, so the chapters taught after the first exam carry the most weight. Their annual exam from 5 to 20 April covers the full year's syllabus.
Preparing for GSEB boards at Keystone
Keystone teaches GSEB students in Classes 7 to 10 at Keystone Neev, and in Classes 11 and 12 through Science and Commerce. Each student has their own Mera Personal Mentor WhatsApp group, so parents see test reports and attendance as they happen. Speak to the team at your nearest Keystone branch to know more.
Frequently asked questions
When is the GSEB board exam in 2027?
According to GSEB's official calendar for 2026-27, the SSC (Class 10) and HSC (Class 12) board exams will be held from 25 February to 17 March 2027.
Has GSEB released the subject-wise timetable for 2027?
Not yet. The calendar gives the overall exam window. GSEB releases the paper-by-paper timetable separately.
When are the GSEB prelim exams in 2027?
The prelim, or second exam, for Classes 9 to 12 is from 18 to 28 January 2027. For Classes 10 and 12, it covers the full syllabus.
When are the Class 12 Science practical exams?
GSEB's calendar sets the Class 12 Science practical exams from 5 to 13 February 2027.
When is the Diwali vacation for GSEB schools in 2026?
From 5 to 25 November 2026. The second term starts on 26 November 2026.
What syllabus is there in the GSEB first exam?
For Classes 9 to 12, the first exam covers the syllabus taught from June to September.
Can these dates change?
Yes. GSEB's letter says the dates will change if the state government changes them. We will update this guide if that happens.
