Karnataka SSLC 2027: Timetable, Syllabus, Exam Pattern, Result and Pass Percentage

The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) conducts the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) examination — commonly known as the Karnataka Board Class X exam — every year for students completing Class 10 across Karnataka. The KSEAB SSLC 2027 cycle is currently in its early preparation phase as of September 2026, with the official main exam timetable expected to be released in September 2026 and the main exam (Exam 1) likely to be held in March–April 2027 following the same annual pattern. Around 7.7 lakh students appear for the Karnataka SSLC exam each year, making it one of the largest school board examinations in South India.

• SSLC Mid-Term Exam 2026-27: The KSEAB SSLC mid-term examination for 2026-27 begins on September 23, 2026 — just days from now — and runs through September 30, 2026. It covers all subjects: First Language (Sept 23), Science (Sept 24), Political Science (Sept 25), Third Language (Sept 26), Social Science (Sept 27), Mathematics (Sept 29), and Second Language (Sept 30). Mid-term marks contribute to your internal assessment score.
• Main Timetable Release: KSEAB SSLC 2027 main exam timetable is expected in September 2026. In the 2026 cycle, the timetable was released in September 2025 ahead of the March–April 2026 exam — students should check kseab.karnataka.gov.in for the official schedule.
• Registration / Student Info Upload: Schools must complete student information upload for the 2027 cycle by October–November 2026. In 2026, the last date for student info upload was extended to November 29, 2025.
• Exam 1: KSEAB SSLC 2027 Exam 1 (the main exam) is expected from mid-March to early April 2027. In 2026, Exam 1 ran from March 18 to April 2, 2026, from 10:15 AM to 1:30 PM. The 2026 overall pass percentage across all three exam sessions hit a record 94.10%.

What is KSEAB SSLC Exam 2027?

The KSEAB SSLC exam is the official Class 10 board examination conducted by the Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board. SSLC stands for Secondary School Leaving Certificate. This certificate is required for admission to Pre-University Courses (PUC), polytechnic diploma programmes, ITI courses, and other post-Class 10 education options in Karnataka.

KSEAB was earlier known as KSEEB (Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board). The board was renamed as part of National Education Policy (NEP) reforms. The official websites are kseab.karnataka.gov.in and sslc.karnataka.gov.in. Results are published on karresults.nic.in.

The Karnataka SSLC 2027 exam covers 6 subjects for a total of 625 marks. The exam is conducted in offline (pen and paper) mode at centres across Karnataka. KSEAB uses a three-exam system — Exam 1, Exam 2, and Exam 3 — that allows students up to three attempts to clear the SSLC in the same academic year, replacing the old supplementary exam format. The 2026 overall pass percentage of 94.10% (counting all three sessions combined) is a direct result of this system.

KSEAB SSLC 2027 Important Dates

The official KSEAB SSLC 2027 main exam timetable has not been released yet as of September 20, 2026. Based on the 2026 exam schedule and KSEAB’s historical pattern, the expected dates for the 2027 cycle are listed below. The most immediate upcoming event is the SSLC Mid-Term Examination 2026-27, which begins September 23, 2026. All other 2027 cycle events are also upcoming and listed in chronological order.

Note: All dates below are expected based on the previous year’s pattern unless otherwise marked "Released". The official main exam timetable will be published on kseab.karnataka.gov.in — check regularly for the release.

Source: kseab.karnataka.gov.in — KSEAB Official Portal

Eligibility Criteria for KSEAB SSLC 2027

Any student studying in Class 10 in a KSEAB-recognised school in Karnataka for the academic year 2026–27 is eligible to appear for the KSEAB SSLC 2027 exam as a regular candidate. Private and repeater candidates can also register separately. Here are the key eligibility conditions:

For Regular Students

• You must be enrolled in Class 10 in a government or KSEAB-recognised private school in Karnataka for the 2026–27 academic year.
• You must have passed Class 9 from a recognised school or board.
• Your school must upload your student information to the KSEAB portal by the registration deadline — expected October–November 2026 for the 2027 cycle.
• You should maintain the minimum attendance required by your school and KSEAB (typically 75%, or a valid medical or other exemption).

For Private and Repeater Candidates

• Students who have passed Class 9 (or equivalent) from any recognised institution can register as private candidates.
• Students who appeared in a previous SSLC cycle but did not pass all subjects can register as repeater candidates for only the failed subjects.
• New private candidates must complete individual online registration on the KSEAB portal and pay the prescribed fee.
• Repeater candidates pay a subject-wise fee based on the number of subjects they need to clear.

Fee Exemptions

• SC/ST students with a valid caste certificate are exempt from the application fee.
• Economically Weaker Section (EWS) students with a valid income certificate get a fee waiver.
• Students with disabilities (PwD) who upload a valid UDID certificate or Annexure-1 are also exempt.

There is no upper age limit for private candidates appearing in the Karnataka SSLC exam. Check kseab.karnataka.gov.in for any changes to eligibility conditions once the official 2027 notification is released.

KSEAB SSLC 2027 Registration and Application Process

The KSEAB SSLC registration process works differently for regular students and for private or repeater candidates. Regular students do not fill any form themselves — their school handles the entire registration on their behalf through the KSEAB online portal.

Registration Process for Regular Students

• Your school collects your personal details, photograph, and required documents at the start of the academic year.
• The school administrator logs in to the KSEAB portal and uploads your information in the Student Registration module.
• You must check with your school to confirm that your name, date of birth, medium, and subject combinations are entered correctly before the deadline.
• Once uploaded, no further action is needed from you — your hall ticket will be distributed by your school before the exam.

Registration Process for Private and Repeater Candidates

• Visit kseab.karnataka.gov.in and look for the SSLC Private/Repeater Registration link (expected to open in October 2026 for the 2027 cycle).
• Fill in your personal details, previous academic information, medium of instruction, and subject selections.
• Upload your photograph, signature, and supporting documents (caste certificate, income certificate, or disability certificate if applicable).
• Pay the application fee online using net banking, credit card, or debit card.
• Download and save the registration confirmation slip for your records.

Application Fee (Based on 2026 Revised Rates — Expected Similar for 2027)

Note: Exact fees for 2027 will be confirmed in the official KSEAB notification. Fees paid are non-refundable once submitted.

Karnataka SSLC Syllabus 2027

KSEAB has released the Karnataka SSLC syllabus for the 2026–27 academic year. Students appearing for KSEAB SSLC 2027 must follow this syllabus. The syllabus is largely aligned with the NCERT framework for Class 10. You can download the official subject-wise syllabus PDF from kseab.karnataka.gov.in.

Mathematics Syllabus

The Mathematics paper has 15 chapters. Triangles and Pairs of Linear Equations in Two Variables carry the highest marks weightage as per the KSEAB blueprint.

• Real Numbers
• Polynomials
• Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables
• Quadratic Equations
• Arithmetic Progressions
• Triangles
• Coordinate Geometry
• Introduction to Trigonometry and Some Applications
• Circles
• Constructions
• Areas Related to Circles
• Surface Areas and Volumes
• Statistics
• Probability

Science Syllabus

The Science paper integrates Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Environmental Science is also included.

• Chemistry: Chemical Reactions and Equations, Acids Bases and Salts, Metals and Non-metals, Carbon and its Compounds, Periodic Classification of Elements
• Physics: Light — Reflection and Refraction, Human Eye and the Colourful World, Electricity, Magnetic Effects of Electric Current, Sources of Energy
• Biology: Life Processes, Control and Coordination, How do Organisms Reproduce, Heredity and Evolution, Our Environment, Sustainable Management of Natural Resources

Social Science Syllabus

Social Science covers four disciplines. History carries around 25 marks and Geography carries around 23 marks — making them the two highest-weighted sub-sections in this paper.

• History: Rise of Nationalism in Europe, Nationalism in India, Making of a Global World, Age of Industrialisation, Print Culture and the Modern World
• Geography: Resources and Development, Forest and Wildlife Resources, Water Resources, Agriculture, Minerals and Energy Resources, Manufacturing Industries, Lifelines of National Economy
• Political Science: Power Sharing, Federalism, Gender Religion and Caste, Political Parties, Outcomes of Democracy, Challenges to Democracy
• Economics: Development, Sectors of the Indian Economy, Money and Credit, Globalisation and the Indian Economy, Consumer Rights

First Language — Kannada (Most Common Medium)

For students with Kannada as First Language — the majority of SSLC students — the paper covers:

• Prose: Short stories and essays from the Karnataka Board prescribed Kannada textbook
• Poetry: Poems and their interpretation from the KSEAB-prescribed Kannada poetry collection
• Grammar: Sandhi, Samasa, parts of speech, sentence transformation, and idioms
• Composition: Essay writing (Prabandha), letter writing (Patra Lekhana), and paragraph writing
• Comprehension: Unseen passage (Apathita Gadhyamshe) for reading and short-answer questions

Second Language — English (Most Common Option)

For students with English as Second Language:

• Prose and Poetry: Stories, essays, and poems from the prescribed Second Language English textbook
• Grammar: Active-passive voice, direct-indirect speech, tenses, articles, prepositions, and sentence reordering
• Composition: Formal letter writing, essay writing, and notice writing
• Reading Comprehension: Unseen passage with objective and short-answer questions

KSEAB SSLC 2027 Hall Ticket / Admit Card

The KSEAB SSLC 2027 hall ticket (admit card) will be available approximately 2–3 weeks before Exam 1. In 2026, the hall ticket was released on March 2, 2026 — about 16 days before the exam start date of March 18. Based on this, the 2027 hall ticket is expected in the first or second week of March 2027.

You cannot download the KSEAB SSLC hall ticket yourself. The school administrator logs in to the KSEAB portal using school login credentials and downloads hall tickets for all students in bulk. You must collect your printed hall ticket from your school before the exam.

How to Get Your KSEAB SSLC Hall Ticket

• Your school will inform you when the hall tickets are printed and ready for collection.
• Collect your hall ticket from your class teacher or school exam coordinator.
• Check all printed details carefully: name, date of birth, roll number, exam centre name and address, photograph, and subject-wise exam schedule.
• If you spot any error, report it to your school immediately — corrections can be requested through KSEAB before the exam starts.
• Make a few photocopies and keep the originals safe — you must carry the hall ticket on every exam day.

Details on the KSEAB SSLC Hall Ticket

• Student’s full name and date of birth
• Registration number and roll number
• School name and school code
• Exam centre name, centre code, and full address
• Subject-wise exam dates and timings
• Photograph and signature
• Important instructions for exam day conduct

You must carry your KSEAB SSLC hall ticket to every single exam session without exception. Students without the hall ticket will not be allowed to enter the exam hall.

KSEAB SSLC 2027 Exam Day Guidelines

You must follow KSEAB’s exam day rules at the exam centre. Here is what you need to know before and on the day of the exam:

What to Carry

• Hall ticket: Mandatory — no entry is allowed without it.
• Blue or black ball-point pen: For all written answers. Do not use gel pens unless specifically permitted.
• Pencil: For diagrams in Science and map work in Social Science.
• Geometry box: Needed for the Mathematics paper (compass, ruler, protractor, divider).
• Water bottle and transparent stationery pouch.

What is NOT Allowed

• Mobile phones, smartwatches, or any electronic device
• Calculators (unless KSEAB explicitly permits one for a specific paper)
• Books, printed notes, or any handwritten reference material
• Correction fluid (whitener) or white ink pens
• Bluetooth devices or earphones of any kind

Timings and Entry

• Reach the exam centre by 9:45 AM — at least 30 minutes before the 10:15 AM start.
• Entry to the exam hall is typically closed 10–15 minutes after the exam starts. Do not be late.
• The first 15 minutes are for reading the question paper — writing begins only after that.
• You cannot leave the exam hall in the first 30 minutes or in the last 15 minutes of the session.

General Rules Inside the Exam Hall

• Sit in the seat number allotted as per your hall ticket.
• Write your roll number on the answer booklet and all supplementary sheets before starting.
• Do not talk to or copy from other students. Malpractice leads to disqualification from the entire exam.
• Hand over your answer booklet and all additional sheets to the invigilator before leaving — even if you exit early.

Karnataka SSLC Grading System 2027

KSEAB uses a letter grading system for the Karnataka SSLC result. Grades are assigned based on the percentage of marks you score in each subject. The grading scale is the same for all 6 subjects. You must get Grade C or above in every subject to be declared passed.

Karnataka SSLC Grade Table 2027

Passing Criteria for Karnataka SSLC 2027

• You must score Grade C or above — minimum 35 marks out of 100 — in each subject to pass that subject.
• In the theory/external paper of each subject, the minimum required is 30% of the theory marks for that paper.
• The minimum overall aggregate to be declared passed is 33% of the total 625 marks — approximately 206 marks, combining theory and internal assessment across all 6 subjects.
• Grade F in any one subject means you are "Not Completed" in that subject and must appear for Exam 2 to clear it.

How to Calculate Your SSLC Percentage

Your Karnataka SSLC percentage is calculated as: (Total marks scored ÷ 625) × 100. For example, scoring 550 out of 625 gives you (550 ÷ 625) × 100 = 88%, which falls in Grade A. The mark sheet issued by KSEAB shows your subject-wise grades, total marks, and overall pass/fail status.

Exam 2 and Exam 3: Re-attempt Options for KSEAB SSLC 2027

KSEAB replaced the old supplementary exam with a three-exam structure for SSLC. This gives students up to three chances to clear the Class 10 board exam within the same academic year — without waiting for the next year’s cycle. All three exams follow the same syllabus, same pattern, and same marking scheme as each other. The 2026 overall pass percentage of 94.10% (counting all three sessions combined) is a direct result of this system.

KSEAB SSLC Exam 2 (2027) — First Re-attempt

Exam 2 is for students who received Grade F in one or more subjects in Exam 1.

• When: Expected May–June 2027 (in 2026, Exam 2 was held May 18–25, 2026)
• Who can appear: Students who failed one or more subjects in Exam 1 only
• Subjects covered: Only the specific subjects in which you received Grade F in Exam 1
• Registration: Separate online registration required after the Exam 1 result — expected to open April–May 2027
• Fee: INR 471 (1 subject), INR 559 (2 subjects), INR 752 (3 or more subjects) — 2026 rates, expected similar for 2027
• Result: Expected June–July 2027

In 2026, the Exam 2 subject-wise schedule was: First Language (May 18), Science (May 19), Mathematics (May 21), Social Science (May 25). A similar pattern is expected for 2027.

KSEAB SSLC Exam 3 (2027) — Second Re-attempt

Exam 3 is the final re-attempt of the 2027 cycle — for students who still have pending failed subjects after Exam 2.

• When: Expected July 2027 (in 2026, Exam 3 was held June–July 2026)
• Who can appear: Students who still have Grade F subjects after Exam 2, or students who appeared only in Exam 1 and want a second re-attempt in a single step
• Result: Expected July–August 2027

If you fail in the same subject across all three exams — Exam 1, Exam 2, and Exam 3 — you will need to repeat the full SSLC process in the next academic year (2027–28 cycle).

Key Points About the Three-Exam System

• The three-exam system is a permanent structure — it is NOT the old supplementary exam under a different name.
• All three exams are official board exams conducted by KSEAB with the same rigour as Exam 1.
• Students who clear SSLC in Exam 2 or Exam 3 receive the same SSLC certificate as those who passed in Exam 1 — there is no difference or label on the certificate indicating which attempt you cleared.
• Your best marks across attempts are considered if you appear in more than one exam for the same subject.

Karnataka SSLC 2026: Previous Year Review

The 2026 KSEAB SSLC result was a landmark year for Karnataka’s school education system. Understanding the 2026 data helps the 2027 batch benchmark their targets and understand what the board expects. The 2026 result also showed how dramatically the three-exam system can improve overall pass rates compared to years that relied on a single main sitting.

KSEAB SSLC 2026 — Key Result Highlights

• Overall pass percentage (all 3 sessions): 94.10% — the highest ever in Karnataka SSLC history
• Students appeared (Exam 1): 7,70,209
• Students passed (all sessions): 7,24,794
• Perfect scorers: 7 students scored 625 out of 625 marks
• Girls’ pass rate: 96.18% — outperforming boys by more than 4 percentage points
• Boys’ pass rate: 91.94%
• Rural students: 94.80% — higher than urban students for the same year
• Urban students: 93.20%
• Unaided private schools: 95.40% — the highest pass rate among all school categories

Five-Year Pass Percentage Trend

Source: karresults.nic.in — KSEAB SSLC Official Results

District-wise Performance — SSLC 2026

2026 Exam Schedule (for 2027 Reference)

• Exam 1: March 18 – April 2, 2026
• Exam 1 Result: April 23, 2026 (21 days after the last paper)
• Exam 2: May 18–25, 2026 (First Language May 18, Science May 19, Maths May 21, Social Science May 25)
• Exam 3: June–July 2026

For the 2027 batch, the key lesson from 2026 is that the three-exam system gives students real safety nets — but Exam 1 performance still matters the most since it determines which students need remediation and which can move directly to PUC admissions. Students who clear Exam 1 get a head start on college applications.

What to Do After Passing KSEAB SSLC?

Passing the Karnataka SSLC opens multiple education pathways for Class 10 graduates. Here are your main options after clearing the exam:

• Pre-University Course (PUC — Class 11 and 12): The most common path after SSLC. You can join PUC in Science, Commerce, or Arts stream at a government or private PU college. PUC leads to engineering (Karnataka CET, JEE), medicine (NEET), law, management, and other professional courses. Karnataka runs a centralised online PUC admission process each year after the SSLC result.
• Polytechnic / Diploma in Engineering: A 3-year diploma in engineering or technology at a government or private polytechnic. Admissions are through the Karnataka Polytechnic CET (DCET). Diploma holders can later enter the 2nd year of engineering directly through the Lateral Entry scheme — this is a faster route to an engineering degree than the PUC path.
• ITI (Industrial Training Institute): 1–2 year trade-specific vocational training in areas like electrician, fitter, welder, mechanic, and plumber. ITI provides immediate job-ready skills without needing PUC, and ITI holders can also appear for NCVT national certification exams for added recognition.
• Vocational Training Programmes: Short-term and long-term skill development courses under NSDC, Karnataka TVET, and government skill mission schemes are available for students who want to enter the workforce quickly with a certified skill qualification.
• NIOS (National Institute of Open Schooling): If you want to improve your SSLC marks or need more time, NIOS offers an open school equivalent to Class 10 at your own pace across multiple sessions per year.

If you are aiming for engineering or medicine after SSLC, joining PUC Science (PCM for engineering, PCB for medicine) is the standard path. Karnataka CET, conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), is the main state-level engineering entrance exam after PUC.

Preparation Tips for KSEAB SSLC 2027

As of September 2026, students currently in Class 10 have about 6 months before the 2027 main exam. The SSLC mid-term exam (September 23–30, 2026) is just days away — after that, the preparation window shifts into its most critical phase. Here is how to make the most of this period:

Start with the Official Blueprint

• Download the KSEAB SSLC blueprint (chapter-wise marks weightage) from kseab.karnataka.gov.in — the 2026-27 version is already available.
• Chapters with higher marks weightage should get more of your study time — for Maths, these are Triangles and Linear Equations; for Science, focus on Electricity and Chemical Reactions.
• The Karnataka SSLC exam is very closely based on KSEAB-prescribed textbooks. Complete your prescribed books before using any supplementary material.

Solve Previous Year Question Papers

• Solve at least 5 years of past KSEAB SSLC question papers under timed, exam-like conditions.
• This tells you which topics appear every year, how questions are typically worded, and where students commonly lose marks.
• Time yourself strictly — completing the full paper within the allotted time is a skill that requires practice, not just subject knowledge.

Subject-wise Tips

• Mathematics: Practice every chapter at least twice. Solve all textbook exercises. The 4-mark and 5-mark long-answer questions carry the most weightage — master those. Geometric construction questions need daily practice since speed and accuracy both matter.
• Science: Write out chemical equations and Biology definitions from memory daily. Label all Biology diagrams (heart, eye, reproductive system, nephron, etc.) accurately and neatly. For Physics, understand why each formula works — do not just memorise it.
• Social Science: Make chapter-wise timelines for History — this is the fastest way to retain dates and events. For Geography, practice marking features on the outline map of India every week. Economics concepts become clearer when linked to real Indian examples you read in newspapers.
• First Language (Kannada/English): Read the prescribed stories and poems multiple times — understand themes and character motivations, not just plot. Practice essay and letter writing format regularly since marks are awarded for format as much as for content.
• Second Language (English): Grammar sections (active-passive, direct-indirect, tenses) are predictable and high-scoring — focus on these for guaranteed marks. Practise reading comprehension passages with a timer.

Do Not Ignore Internal Assessment Marks

• Internal assessment contributes 20–25 marks per subject — that adds up to 115–135 marks out of 625 total. You cannot afford to be casual about this.
• Complete all school projects, lab practicals, and class assignments on time and with full effort to secure maximum IA marks.
• Strong IA marks can push you from Grade C+ to Grade B in a borderline subject, which matters for PUC stream admissions.
• The mid-term exam (September 23–30, 2026) is your first major IA test — take it seriously as if it were the board exam itself.

Health and Exam Strategy

• Sleep at least 7–8 hours during the exam period. The brain consolidates what you studied during sleep — pulling all-nighters before exams typically hurts more than it helps.
• Reach the exam centre by 9:45 AM each day. Use the 15-minute reading time to plan which questions to attempt first.
• Attempt the questions you know best first. Skip difficult questions and come back to them rather than spending too long on one question and leaving easier ones unanswered.
• Write clearly and neatly — presentation affects marks in Social Science, Language papers, and even in Mathematics when showing steps.