CBSE Board Exam 2027: If your child is studying in Class 10 or Class 12 in a CBSE-affiliated school, here is a critical update you need to act on immediately. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) officially opens the online portal for the List of Candidates (LOC) submission starting today, September 24, 2026.
Schools are required to register all eligible students online via the official board portal at cbse.gov.in.
CBSE has made it explicitly clear in its latest circular: only those students whose names are successfully registered through the LOC process will be permitted to sit for the 2027 Board Examinations.
Important Schedule & Deadlines for CBSE LOC Submission
Schools can submit the LOC data without paying any extra charges until the third week of October. Here is the official timeline released by board.
| Event Milestone | Schedule / Deadline |
|---|---|
| Online LOC Submission Starts | September 24, 2026 |
| Last Date Without Late Fee | October 21, 2026 |
| Submission Period With Late Fee | October 22 to October 30, 2026 |
| LOC Correction Window | November 2 to November 4, 2026 |
Note for Class 10 Students: The current LOC process applies to the first board exam session scheduled for February–March 2027. Registration for the second board exam session will be conducted separately by the board later.
CBSE LOC Registration Fee Structure
The registration fee varies based on the location of the school and the number of subjects chosen by the candidate.
| Candidate Category | Base Fee (5 Main Subjects) | Additional Subject Fee | Late Fee Penalty (If Applicable) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Students (Class 10 & 12) | ₹1,600 | ₹320 per subject | ₹2,000 per student + Exam Fee |
| Practical Exam Fee (India) | ₹150 per practical subject | — | — |
| Foreign School Candidates | Differ as per country slab | — | Applicable during late window |
Critical Student Details to Verify in LOC
School authorities and parents must cross-check all entries carefully before final submission. Once the LOC window closes, CBSE will not entertain requests for subject changes or personal details modifications (except for specified CWSN concessions or transfer cases).
- Student’s Full Legal Name
- Father’s, Mother’s, or Guardian’s Name
- Exact Date of Birth (DOB as per school records)
- Selected Main and Elective Subjects
- Gender and Category Details
- Uploaded Photograph and Signature
Eligibility Criteria for Class 12 Candidates
According to CBSE circular, students submitting LOC for Class 12 board exams 2027 must have successfully passed their Class 10 matriculation examination from a recognized board in or before the 2025 academic session.
Parents are strongly advised to coordinate with their respective school administration to ensure all spellings, subject codes, and documents match official records before the October 21 deadline.
