Srinagar, Oct 18: The class 10 annual regular (2026) examinations will commence from Monday (October 19) across Kashmir and Jammu winter zones as well.
The examination will be conducted by the JK Board of School Education (BOSE).
As per the official figures, around 97500 students including 72232 students in Kashmir and 25268 students in Jammu winter zones have registered for the JKBOSE exams.
For this, JKBOSE has set up 1003 exam centres which include 687 in Kashmir and 316 in winter zone areas of Jammu.
Chairman J&K Board of School Education (JKBOSE) Ghulam Hassan Sheikh has already informed the students not to feel stressed over the upcoming board examinations, saying the papers would be normal but analytical and competency-based in line with the National Education Policy (NEP)-2020.
He said class 11 and 12 students were already familiar with the Board examination system, while Class 10 students appearing for the board exams for the first time should remain patient and confident.
He also appealed to parents not to put undue pressure on children to score 100 per cent marks, saying excessive expectations could adversely affect the mental well-being of the children.
He further said the question papers would follow the National Education Policy (NEP)-2020 framework, with an emphasis on analytical thinking and competency-based assessment rather than rote memorisation.
“The examination pattern is intended to assess how well students have understood and grasped concepts, rather than merely their ability to memorise information. But students should not to feel intimidated by the examination process,” he added.
Minister for education, Sakina Itoo extended her best wishes to the students appearing in upcoming JKBOSE class 10th, 11th and 12th examination.
“As the annual board examinations approach, I extend my heartfelt best wishes to all students appearing in the Class 10th, 11th and 12th examinations conducted by the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE),” Itoo in her message said.
She said JKBOSE has completed the necessary preparations to ensure the smooth and orderly conduct of the examinations.
“Dear students, this is the time to demonstrate your hard work, dedication and perseverance. Stay confident, manage your time wisely and approach every examination with a calm and positive mindset. Believe in your abilities and give your best,” she said.
The minister said that examinations were an important milestone in the academic journey of the students and every effort they make contributes to their growth and future success.
“I also appeal to parents to support their children with patience, understanding and encouragement. Avoid unnecessary pressure and provide a peaceful and reassuring environment that safeguards their physical and mental well-being,” she said.
Education minister said to ensure transparency and timely redressal of examination-related grievances, JKBOSE has constituted a Grievance-cum-Monitoring Cell. Students, parents and other stakeholders may contact the designated offices for assistance.
For Jammu division, people can email their grievances at [jsexamsjd.jkbose@jk.gov.in](mailto:jsexamsjd.jkbose@jk.gov.in) and Phone: 0191-2585732.
For Kashmir Division people can email their grievances at [jsexamskd.jkbose@jk.gov.in](mailto:jsexamskd.jkbose@jk.gov.in) and contact 0194-3186762
The Minister urged all the centre superintendents and examination staff to ensure that the examinations are conducted in a fair, transparent, disciplined and impartial manner, upholding the sanctity and integrity of the examination system.
“My very best wishes to all 2.7 lakh students. Stay focused, stay confident and let your hard work shine. May you achieve success and move forward towards a bright future,” she added.
Commissioner Secretary School Education Department (SED) Ram Niwas Sharma in his message has extended best wishes to the class 10, 11th and 12th students appearing in upcoming JKBOSE exams.
“Exam warriors, shed your worries, stay confident and focused. Believe in yourself and give your best. Best wishes to all,” Sharma in a message said.
He also asked the Chief Education Officers (CEOs) and Complex Heads to ensure a congenial and supportive environment for students during the examination period.
“Students’ success remains the top priority. Effective counselling and all possible assistance must be given to students to help them overcome examination-related stress and perform to the best of their abilities,” he said.
He said educational authorities must extend necessary support to students and ensure that they can appear in the examinations in a positive and stress-free atmosphere.
As per the already notified date sheet, the examination of class 11th students will commence from October 29 and will culminate on November 30 of 2026.
Also, the annual regular (2026) examination of class 12th students will commence from October 21 and will culminate in November 21 of 2026.
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