CBSE Private Candidate Form 2027: Class 10 & 12 Registration, Last Date, Fees and Eligibility
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the private-candidate application process for the Class 10 and Class 12 Main Examinations 2027. Eligible candidates can apply online through the CBSE private-candidate portal.
The normal application period is 8 to 23 October 2026. Applications submitted from 24 to 30 October 2026 attract an additional late fee. Candidates should read the notification for their class before choosing an application category.
CBSE Private Candidate Form 2027: Overview
| Board | Central Board of Secondary Education |
| Examination | Main Examination 2027 |
| Classes | Class X and Class XII |
| Notification date | 7 October 2026 |
| Normal-fee last date | 23 October 2026 |
| Late-fee last date | 30 October 2026 |
| Application mode | Online |
Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Application starts | 8 October 2026 |
| Last date without late fee | 23 October 2026 |
| Application with late fee | 24–30 October 2026 |
| Main examination | February–April 2027 |
Important: Fee payment must also be completed within the prescribed period. An application submitted without the required payment will not be treated as complete.
Who Can Apply?
CBSE accepts private-candidate forms under specified eligibility categories. The uploaded Class XII notification lists the following:
- Essential Repeat: Candidates declared Essential Repeat in the 2026 Class XII examination.
- Compartment: Eligible candidates placed in Compartment in the 2026 Main or Supplementary Examination.
- Earlier Fail/Essential Repeat: Candidates from the specified examination years 2021–2026, subject to the notification's conditions.
- Improvement of Performance: Eligible candidates who passed the 2026 examination and wish to improve their marks in permitted subjects.
- Other permitted cases: Certain candidates who completed the regular course but could not appear in 2026 due to circumstances specified in the notification.
Note: These categories are based on the Class XII circular. Class X candidates must check their separate official notification for the applicable categories and conditions.
Class 10 Private Candidate Form 2027
Candidates applying for Class X must select the appropriate category and subjects according to the Class X notification. Previous examination details, eligibility and subject restrictions should be checked carefully before submission.
Read Official CBSE Class X Private Candidate Notification
Class 12 Private Candidate Form 2027
For Class XII, CBSE's Annexure 1 explains eligibility for Essential Repeat, Compartment, Improvement of Performance and other permitted cases.
Candidates seeking Improvement of Performance must have passed in 2026 and must comply with the applicable subject restrictions. Candidates under the Compartment category must follow the conditions specified for the 2026 examinations.
Read Official CBSE Class XII Private Candidate Notification
Examination Fees for Candidates in India
The Class XII notification lists the following charges:
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Additional subject | ₹320 per subject |
| Additional late fee | ₹2,000 per candidate |
| Class XII practical subject, where applicable | ₹160 per subject |
Fee clarification: ₹320 is the fee for an additional subject, not necessarily the total examination fee. The payable amount depends on the candidate's category, subjects and location. Candidates should check Annexure 4 and the final fee displayed on the official portal.
Class X candidates should follow the fee schedule in their separate notification. CBSE also specifies different fees for candidates in Nepal and other countries.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official CBSE website and open the private-candidate application facility for Main Examination 2027.
- Select Class X or Class XII, as applicable.
- Choose the correct eligibility category.
- Enter the required previous examination details.
- Review the candidate's name, roll number and other particulars.
- Select the permitted subjects and examination city.
- Upload the required photograph and signature according to the instructions.
- Provide a valid email address and complete any required verification.
- Pay the applicable examination fee online.
- Download and retain the application and payment confirmation.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Only one form: Submit one application under the correct category.
- Correct details: Carefully verify previous examination information.
- Subjects: Select only subjects permitted for your category.
- Examination city: Choose carefully because centre changes are generally not permitted after allotment.
- Online payment: An unpaid form is not a completed application.
- Printed copy: No hard copy of the completed application needs to be sent to CBSE.
- Admit card: Download the admit card when CBSE makes it available.
Which Syllabus Will Apply?
The Class XII notification directs private candidates to the CBSE syllabus prescribed for the 2027 examination. Candidates should prepare using the current curriculum and the subjects permitted for their examination category.
Private Candidates and Regular Students
The private-candidate application process is different from the List of Candidates (LOC) submitted by CBSE-affiliated schools for regular students.
Regular students should follow their school's examination registration process. Only candidates meeting the private-candidate eligibility conditions should use this facility.
Official Notification PDFs and Application Link
CBSE website:
Visit Official CBSE Website
Class 10 notification:
Download Class X Official Circular PDF
Class 12 notification:
Download Class XII Official Circular PDF
Apply Online – CBSE Private Candidate 2027:
Open Official CBSE Private Candidate Application Portal
CBSE Helpline
For queries regarding private-candidate applications, eligibility and examination instructions, candidates may contact:
CBSE Helpline: 1800-11-8002
Working days: 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Final Advice
Eligible candidates should apply by 23 October 2026 to avoid the additional late fee. Before final submission, verify the category, subjects, examination city and fee payment confirmation.
Disclaimer: This independent educational article summarises CBSE private-candidate examination information. Class XII details were checked against the official notice dated 7 October 2026. Candidates must consult their respective Class X or Class XII notification and any subsequent CBSE updates before applying.
