CBSE 2026 LOC Submission Deadline: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued an urgent official notice, reminding all affiliated schools to submit the List of Candidates (LOC) for Class 10 and 12 Board Examinations 2026. The crucial deadline for submission without a late fee is September 30, 2025.
According to the notification, the online portal for LOC activities will shut down at 11:59:59 PM on September 30 and will reopen on October 3, 2025, exclusively for submissions accompanied by a late fee. This LOC is the final determinant of a student’s eligibility to appear for the annual board exams.
CBSE LOC 2026 Submission: Complete Schedule
Schools must adhere to the following deadlines based on their chosen payment method:
| Event | Schedule (Without Late Fee) | Schedule (With Late Fee) |
|---|---|---|
| Submission of LOC (All payment modes except Challan) | Aug 29 – Sep 30, 2025 | Oct 3 – Oct 11, 2025 |
| Submission of LOC (Fee paid through Challan) | Aug 28 – Sep 22, 2025 | Oct 3 – Oct 8, 2025 |
Critical Notice: The board has explicitly stated that the portal will be completely inactive from October 1 to October 2, 2025. No activities can be performed during this period. Schools are also advised to ensure all student details are accurate, as no correction window will be provided after the final submission.
Why is the LOC Submission Crucial?
The List of Candidates (LOC) is not just a formality; it is the final roll call for the board exams. Its timely and accurate submission is critical because:
- It officially registers students for the CBSE Class 10 and 12 Board Exams 2026.
- It is used to generate roll numbers and assign examination centers.
- Failure to include a student’s name will render them ineligible to appear for the examinations.
A Look Ahead: CBSE Board Exam 2026 Tentative Schedule
As schools work on the LOC, the board has already released the tentative schedule for the 2026 examinations. The main exams are scheduled to begin on February 17, 2026.
This year also marks the introduction of the two-board-exam system for Class 10, where the first exam is compulsory, and the second is optional for improvement.
Note on Date Sheet: Some students have expressed concerns about insufficient gaps between major subjects in the tentative date sheet. The board is expected to consider this feedback before releasing the final schedule.
School principals and administrators are urged to complete the LOC process immediately to avoid last-minute technical issues and ensure a smooth examination process for all students.