Bengaluru, October 19, 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued its fifth reminder to affiliated schools regarding the submission of the List of Candidates (LOC) for the Class 10 and Class 12 Board Examinations 2027.

According to the latest notice dated October 19, schools have only two days remaining to complete the submission without a late fee. The deadline for submitting the LOC with the regular examination fee is October 21, 2026.

The board has urged school principals to complete the process promptly. Schools must also verify student information and examination details before submitting the final list.

CBSE LOC Submission 2026–27: Important Dates

The LOC submission process is mandatory for schools preparing students for the 2027 board examinations.

Particulars	Details
Board	Central Board of Secondary Education
Academic session	2026–27
Examinations	Class 10 and Class 12 Board Exams 2027
Fifth reminder issued	October 19, 2026
Last date without late fee	October 21, 2026
Submission with late fee	October 22–30, 2026
Late fee	₹2,000 per candidate, in addition to the prescribed examination fee
Official website	cbse.gov.in

Schools should verify the applicable fee and submission instructions in the official CBSE notification.

What Is the List of Candidates (LOC)?

The List of Candidates is an official record submitted by CBSE-affiliated schools before the board examinations.

It contains essential information about students appearing for the examinations. CBSE uses these records to process examination registrations and prepare for the conduct of board examinations.

Only students whose names are submitted through the prescribed LOC process will be eligible to appear for the examinations, subject to the board’s eligibility rules.

Details Schools Must Verify Before Submission

CBSE has emphasised accuracy during the LOC submission process. Schools should carefully check the following information before finalising their submissions:

• Student names and dates of birth.
• Gender and category details.
• Parents’ or guardians’ names.
• Subjects selected for the examinations.
• Student photographs and signatures.
• Eligibility and other required examination details.
• Payment of the prescribed examination fees.

Schools should also ensure that subject codes are correct. Errors in candidate information can create difficulties during subsequent examination-related processes.

What Happens If Schools Miss the October 21 Deadline?

Schools that fail to submit the LOC by October 21 can use the late-submission window specified by CBSE.

The announced late-fee period runs from October 22 to October 30, 2026. An additional late fee of ₹2,000 per candidate applies, besides the prescribed examination fee.

However, schools should not wait until the final day. They should complete submissions and fee payments early to avoid technical problems or other last-minute difficulties.

CBSE Board Exams 2027: What Students and Parents Should Know

Students and parents should contact their respective schools to confirm that the required examination registration has been completed.

They should also check whether the selected subjects and personal details are accurate. Any discrepancy should be brought to the school’s attention promptly.

The LOC submission deadline is primarily a responsibility of school authorities. Students should therefore follow their school’s instructions rather than attempting to submit the LOC independently.

Where Can Schools Check the Official Notification?

Schools can access the latest LOC reminders and examination circulars through the official CBSE website.

The board’s examination circulars section contains the fifth reminder dated October 19, 2026, along with earlier reminders and the original LOC submission notification.

Official source: https://www.cbse.gov.in/cbsenew/examination_Circular.html

With the regular-fee deadline approaching, CBSE-affiliated schools should prioritise accurate and timely submission to ensure that eligible students are registered for the 2027 Class 10 and Class 12 Board Examinations.

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