CBSE Directs Schools to Upload Practical and Internal Assessment Marks by February 14, 2026
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued a strict directive to all its affiliated schools to complete the conduct and online uploading of marks for practical examinations, project work, and internal assessments for Classes 10 and 12 by February 14, 2026.
The Board has reiterated this instruction through a reminder communication, referring to its earlier circular dated January 1, 2026, which had clearly notified that practical examinations and internal assessments for the 2026 board examinations would be conducted between January 1 and February 14, 2026.
Official Government Source
Schools and stakeholders are advised to refer only to the official CBSE portal for authentic updates and circulars:
CBSE Official Website: https://www.cbse.gov.in
Key Deadlines for CBSE Board Exams 2026
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Practical Examinations, Project Work & Internal Assessments:
January 1, 2026 to February 14, 2026 -
Last Date to Upload Marks (Classes 10 & 12):
February 14, 2026 -
Closure of Data Correction and Deletion Facility:
After February 14, 2026 -
Completion of Centre First Installment Data (IPS):
By February 15, 2026
CBSE has clearly stated that no extension will be granted beyond the stipulated deadline.
Details of Marks to Be Uploaded
Class 12
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Practical Examination marks
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Project Work marks
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Internal Assessment marks
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Internal Grades
Class 10
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Internal Assessment marks
The Board has observed that nearly 30 percent of schools have not yet completed either the conduct or uploading of these assessments, prompting this final reminder.
Important Instructions Regarding Data Correction
CBSE has clarified that schools are currently allowed to:
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Delete incorrectly created batches
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Modify or correct uploaded data
However, this facility will be permanently disabled after February 14, 2026, as the Integrated Payment System (IPS) for Practical Examination 2026 will be activated immediately after the deadline. Once IPS goes live, no changes or corrections will be permitted under any circumstances.
Integrated Payment System (IPS) Update
CBSE has also launched an Integrated Payment System (IPS) for processing the Centre First Installment payments to examination centres for Board Exams 2026.
Schools are required to:
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Enter accurate bank account details
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Complete all required data entry within the stipulated time
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Ensure that the Centre Superintendent personally reviews, finalises, and freezes the data on the IPS portal
Failure to complete this process accurately may lead to delays in payment processing and administrative complications.
Responsibility of School Principals
CBSE has instructed Principals and Heads of Institutions to:
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Ensure strict compliance with all CBSE instructions
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Verify accuracy of marks before final submission
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Complete all pending processes well before the deadline
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Avoid last-minute uploads to prevent technical issues
The Board has emphasized that schools will be fully responsible for any discrepancies arising due to late submission or incorrect data entry.
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Summary for Students and Parents
The uploading of practical, project, and internal assessment marks is a mandatory component of the CBSE Board Examination process. Any delay or error at the school level may directly affect the final result preparation. Students are advised to stay in regular contact with their schools to ensure that all internal assessments have been properly completed and submitted within the CBSE timeline.
