The HSC and equivalent exams 2026 are going to be held in the last week of June 2026. The Inter-Education Board Coordination Committee, working under the Ministry of Education, Bangladesh, has officially announced the HSC Routine 2026 for all education boards. This routine is officially released by the Bangladesh Education Board and it applies to all 11 boards across the country.
This routine is important for students, parents, and teachers who are preparing for the Higher Secondary Certificate exams. In 2026, more than 12 lakh students will sit for the HSC and equivalent exams across Bangladesh. Unlike the post-COVID years when shorter syllabuses were used, 2026 will follow the full syllabus — full marks and full exam duration for every subject.
HSC Examination 2026
The Higher Secondary Certificate, or HSC, is the national public exam that students take after completing Class XI and XII. Every year, hundreds of thousands of students sit for this exam. It is held at the same time across the country under the supervision of the Inter-Education Board Coordination Committee.
Whether you are under Dhaka Board or Dinajpur Board, the same rules, same syllabus, and same marking scheme apply to everyone. For the 2026 exam, NCTB has officially confirmed the return of the full syllabus. Regular, irregular, and improvement candidates will all sit for the same full marks exam.
HSC Routine 2026
The official HSC 2026 routine will be published in March 2026 by the Inter-Education Board Coordination Committee under the Ministry of Education. Since it is currently March 2026, students should check their board’s official website regularly to get the PDF as soon as it is released.
This routine is for students appearing under all 9 general education boards of Bangladesh. The Alim and Vocational exam routines are published separately but follow a similar schedule.
| Date (Day) | Subject Name With Paper | Time |
| June 26, 2025 (Thursday) | Bangla 1st Paper | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| June 29, 2025 (Sunday) | Bangla 2nd Paper | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| July 1, 2025 (Tuesday) | English 1st Paper | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| July 3, 2025 (Thursday) | English 2nd Paper | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| July 7, 2025 (Monday) | Information & Communication Technology (ICT) | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| July 10, 2025 (Thursday) | Physics 1st Paper / Accounting 1st Paper | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| July 13, 2025 (Sunday) | Physics 2nd Paper / Accounting 2nd Paper | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| July 20, 2025 (Sunday) | Chemistry 1st Paper | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| July 22, 2025 (Tuesday) | Chemistry 2nd Paper | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| July 28, 2025 (Monday) | Biology 1st Paper / Business Org. & Management 1st Paper | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| July 30, 2025 (Wednesday) | Biology 2nd Paper / Business Org. & Management 2nd Paper | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| July 31, 2025 (Thursday) | Statistics 1st Paper | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| August 3, 2025 (Sunday) | Statistics 2nd Paper | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| August 4, 2025 (Monday) | Higher Mathematics 1st Paper | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| August 6, 2025 (Wednesday) | Higher Mathematics 2nd Paper | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| August 7, 2025 (Thursday) | Finance, Banking & Insurance 1st Paper | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| August 10, 2025 (Sunday) | Finance, Banking & Insurance 2nd Paper | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
⚠️ Disclaimer: This is the HSC 2025 routine shown for reference only. Actual dates are not yet confirmed for 2026.
HSC Routine 2026 PDF Download
The official HSC 2026 routine is published by the Inter-Education Board Coordination Committee, Bangladesh. Once it is released, follow these steps to get it:
- Visit your own education board’s official website
- Look for the “Notice” or “Routine” section on the homepage
- Click the HSC Routine 2026 PDF link
- Download and save it somewhere you won’t lose it
- You can also print it and mark your exam dates on a calendar
Instructions for HSC Candidates
Every HSC candidate must read these instructions carefully. Missing even one rule can lead to exam cancellation or removal from the hall.
Before the Exam:
- Collect your Admit Card from your institution before the exam starts
- Check all the details on your admit card — name, roll number, registration number, and subject list
- Reach the exam center at least 30 minutes before the start time
- Carry your admit card and student ID to every session — no entry without them
Inside the Exam Hall:
- Be seated before 10:00 AM — late entry may not be allowed after the question paper is distributed
- Mobile phones, smartwatches, and electronic devices are not allowed inside the hall
- Write your roll number, registration number, and subject code correctly on the answer sheet
- Do not write anything on the answer sheet before the invigilator gives the signal
- Use black or blue ballpoint pen only — pencil is allowed only for diagrams and maps
- Do not talk to or communicate with other candidates — it will be treated as cheating
During the Exam:
- Read all the questions carefully before you start
- Manage your time — do not spend too long on one question
- If you finish early, review your answers before submitting
- You cannot leave the hall before at least 1 hour has passed from the start
After the Exam:
- Hand your answer sheet to the invigilator before leaving
- Do not take any exam materials out of the hall
- Wait for official announcements — do not rely on unofficial sources for result updates
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The HSC Routine 2026 is expected to come out in March 2026.
The HSC 2026 exam is expected to begin in the last week of June 2026 — tentatively on June 26, 2026.
Over 12 lakh students are expected to sit for the HSC and equivalent exams in 2026.
visit to your own education board’s official website and download it from there.
The Alim exam follows a similar timeline but its routine is published separately by the Bangladesh Madrasah Education Board.
Once published, the routine is considered final. But in very unusual situations — like natural disasters or national emergencies — the board can reschedule specific dates with an official notice.
The HSC 2026 result is expected to come out in October 2026.
Conclusion
The HSC Routine 2026 is out now, and it gives clear information for over 12 lakh students across Bangladesh who have been waiting for this. With exams starting in the last week of June 2026 and ending in August 2026, you have enough time to plan your preparation properly.
Do not wait until the last minute. Start preparing now, download the official routine PDF from your board’s website as soon as it is released, and mark every exam date on your calendar. Follow all exam instructions carefully — one small mistake can cost you an entire year.