The Andhra Pradesh Board of Secondary Education on Saturday released the timetable for the AP SSC 2026 examinations, officially setting the countdown for nearly 6.5 lakh Class 10 students preparing for one of the state’s most defining academic milestones.

The exams will be held from March 16 to April 1, with the Board opting for alternate-day scheduling to help reduce stress and allow students more preparation time between subjects. All papers will be conducted from 9:30 am to 12:45 pm across the state. The complete timetable has been uploaded to the Board’s official website.

COMPLETE AP SSC 2026 DATESHEET

Pass criteria and evaluation

Students must score a minimum of 33% in each subject to clear the exam. Results will include both marks and grades, issued according to the scale below:

·        A1: 91 and above

·        A2: 81–90

·        B1: 71–80

·        C: 61–70

Students who do not qualify in one or more subjects can appear for supplementary exams, while those disputing their marks may apply for re-verification or recounting.

Previous year performance

In 2025, the AP SSC results were declared on April 23. Out of 6,14,459 students, 4,98,585 cleared the examination, registering an overall pass percentage of 81.14%. Girls outperformed boys with 84.09%, while boys recorded 78.31%. Parvathipuram Manyam district secured the top performance with 93.90%, whereas Alluri Seetharama Raju recorded the lowest pass rate at 47.64%.

Focus shifts to preparation

With the schedule now confirmed, teachers are advising students to start systematic revision, identify weak areas early, and make optimal use of the alternate exam days. Education experts stress maintaining a balanced routine — solving previous question papers, consistent study hours, and ensuring adequate rest — to avoid burnout approaching March.

The AP SSC examination remains widely regarded as a critical gateway to higher education pathways, making the next four months decisive for lakhs of students across Andhra Pradesh.