Kohat Board Announces HSSC Datesheet 2026: Theory Exams from May 6, Practicals from June 4

Kohat Board Announces HSSC Datesheet 2026: Theory Exams from May 6, Practicals from June 4

The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Kohat has officially released the date sheet for the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) annual examinations for the year 2026. As per the newly issued schedule, the HSSC (11th & 12th) theory exams will commence on May 6th, 2026 , while the practical examinations are set to begin on June 4th, 2026 .

This announcement brings much-needed clarity to thousands of students across the Kohat division who have been eagerly awaiting the official exam calendar. While the HSSC practicals start in June, the BISE Kohat has also simultaneously released a separate schedule for Matric (9th & 10th) practical exams , which are slated to begin in April 23rd, 2026 .

Matric Practical Exams: April 23-28, 2026

According to the official document "Kohat Board Matric Practical Exam Datesheet 2026," the practical exams for 9th and 10th classes will be conducted from April 23 to April 28, 2026 . The exams will be held in two shifts daily, with each paper lasting approximately 90 minutes .

Below is the complete breakdown of Matric practical exams according to the official BISE Kohat schedule:

Note: Multiple entries for Biology (10th) and Computer Science (9th & 10th) indicate that these papers will be conducted across different groups or centers on the specified dates.

Key Highlights of the 2026 Exam Schedule

• HSSC Theory Exams (11th & 12th): Start May 6, 2026

• HSSC Practical Exams (11th & 12th): Start June 4, 2026

• Matric Practical Exams (9th & 10th): April 23 – 28, 2026

• Exam Duration: 90 minutes per practical paper

• Examining Body: Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Kohat (BISE Kohat)

Important Instructions for Students

1. Roll Number Slips: Candidates are advised to obtain their original roll number slips from their respective educational institutions well before the exam date.

2. Reporting Time: Students must report to their practical exam centers at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time.

3. Required Materials: Candidates should bring their own lab coats, geometry boxes, and other necessary equipment depending on the subject (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, etc.).

4. Attendance: Practical exams are mandatory. Students failing to appear on the assigned date may not be given a second chance unless approved by the board under special circumstances.

How to Download the Official Datesheet

Students can download the complete 2026 datesheet from the official BISE Kohat website at https://bisekt.com . The board has uploaded both HSSC and Matric schedules in PDF format. Candidates are encouraged to verify their subject and group before printing the schedule.

Preparation Tips for Practical Exams

With practical exams beginning as early as April 23 for Matric students and June 4 for HSSC students, subject experts recommend the following:

• Review Lab Manuals: Focus on experiments that are most frequently tested by BISE Kohat.

• Practice Viva Voce: Teachers often ask oral questions related to the experiment's theory. Prepare concise answers.

• Neat Presentation: Proper labeling of diagrams and clean observation tables can help secure maximum marks. Each practical paper carries 12 marks per subject as per the board's marking scheme.

Final Words from BISE Kohat

A spokesperson for BISE Kohat confirmed that all exam centers have been finalized, and no changes to the announced dates are expected unless unforeseen circumstances arise. "Students should start their preparations immediately. The board has issued the schedule well in advance to facilitate better planning," the spokesperson added.

For the latest updates, students are advised to regularly visit the official BISE Kohat website or contact their institution’s examination branch.