CBSE Board Exam 2026: LOC form submission closes today, payment window open until 11 October
CBSE Board Exam 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced that the submission of the List of Candidates (LOC) form for the Board Exam 2026 closes today. Schools and principals are required to complete the registration process on the official CBSE website, cbse.gov.in, by the end of the day to avoid penalties. While the LOC submission must be done today, the payment window for the late fee will remain open until 11 October.The LOC form is a mandatory requirement for all candidates appearing in Class 10 and 12 examinations next year. Failure to submit the LOC within the prescribed deadline will lead to the disqualification of candidates from appearing in the Board Exam 2026. The board has emphasised the importance of timely submission and payment, placing responsibility on schools for any delays or non-compliance.Submission deadline today with late fee payment window open until 11 octoberCBSE has instructed all principals to ensure that their respective schools complete the LOC form submission by today. Schools can still pay the applicable late fee up to 11 October, but the initial form must be submitted before the deadline. The LOC form can only be accessed and filled online by authorised personnel through the CBSE portal at cbse.gov.in.The board has highlighted that the late fee is compulsory for submissions made after the original deadline, and no submissions will be accepted beyond today. The payment window extension allows schools a few extra days to settle fees and confirm the application, but the actual submission cannot be delayed.Exam schedule and participation detailsCBSE has already released a tentative datesheet for the Class 10 and 12 board exams. According to the schedule, the exams will start on February 17, 2026. Class 10 exams will conclude on March 9, 2026, while Class 12 exams will end on April 9, 2026. Most exams will be held from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, except for certain subjects scheduled from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM.Approximately 45 lakh candidates from across India and 26 other countries are expected to take part in the examinations. A total of 204 subjects will be offered to students in both classes.
How to fill the LOC form at cbse.gov.in
The process to fill the LOC form online is straightforward. Schools and principals should follow these steps:Step 1: Visit the official CBSE website at cbse.gov.in.Step 2: Click on the ‘Board Exam’ link visible on the homepage.Step 3: From the dropdown menu, select the ‘LOC’ link to access the form.Step 4: Register or log in with the required credentials and fill in the necessary details.Step 5: Make the payment for the late fee (if applicable) and submit the form.After submission, schools must download and keep a hard copy of the confirmation page for their records.Direct link to submit LOC formThe board urges all schools to adhere strictly to these deadlines to ensure candidates remain eligible for the upcoming Board Exam 2026. Further updates and details can be found on the official CBSE website.
