The CBSE Class 10 and Class 12 Board exams are starting from February 17, 2026. With the exam just around the corner, the students need to stay calm while being focused at the same time. It is also crucial to know all the important rules before the exam day approaches.
Around 46 lakhs students from more than 8,000 schools in India and abroad are appearing for the board exam this year. This blog is a complete guide mentioning the dress code, exam-day guidelines and other important rules for the board exams.
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Permitted Items |
Prohibited Items |
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Admit card and School ID |
Mobile phones and Bluetooth devices |
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Geometry box, scale, writing pad |
Textbooks, notes, |
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Blue or royal blue ink pen, pencil, eraser |
Earphones, smartwatches, camera |
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Transparent water bottle |
Wallets, handbags, sunglasses, pouches |
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Analog watch (without calculator) |
Any other electronic device |
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Metro card, bus pass, money |
Any food/drink (except for diabetics with permission) |
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Transparent pouch for stationery |
Unauthorised study material |
Students with dyscalculia can use the calculator offered at the exam centre.
All regular students must wear their school uniform at the board exam centre. Students wearing the wrong school uniform will not be allowed to enter. This rule applies to both boys and girls.
Dress code for girls
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Rule |
Details |
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Clothing |
Wear light-coloured outfits, and avoid any heavy clothing |
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Jewellery |
No earrings, nose-studs, anklets, bangles, rings, bracelets or necklaces |
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Footwear |
Only wear slippers or plain chappals. Avoid heels |
Dress code for boys
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Rule |
Details |
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Clothing |
Wear Light-coloured shirts or T-shirts; Avoid large buttons or zip pockets |
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Bottom wear |
Plain pants or trousers |
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Footwear |
Sandals, slippers or shoes |
Private students can wear light and comfortable clothes according to the board’s instructions.
Do’s
Don’ts
