Education News Today 18 February 2026 LIVE: Entrance Exams & Board Exam Updates

CollegeDekho News Desk, New Delhi:The exam season is going on at full speed, and there is honestly no pause right now. Just one paper after another. Yesterday, on February 17, students completed major exams like CBSE Class 10 Mathematics, CBSE Class 12 Biotechnology, ICSE English Paper 1, and Maharashtra HSC Secretarial Practice. Now the focus has completely shifted to today’s exams. The main highlights for today are theCBSE Class 12 Physical Education Exam 2026and the Maharashtra HSC Chemistry Exam 2026. Students are appearing for these papers, and a detailed analysis, along with student reactions, will be available in this live blog.

Education News Today 18 February 2026: A Quick Glimpse

Apart from board exams, today is also important because of multiple deadlines and releases. Below is a complete list of events and deadlines aligned for today, February 18, 2026:

Apart from this,the last date to pay KCET 2026 application fee was also today. But as per a latest notification, it has been extended to February 24, 2026.Additionally, the registration deadline has also been extended from February 16 to February 22, 2026. Looking ahead, the TG EAMCET 2026 application process will begin tomorrow, February 19, 2026. Students are advised to stay updated with real-time announcements, carefully follow all instructions, and keep track of deadlines during this crucial exam period.

Education News Today 18 February 2026 LIVE

• Feb 18, 2026 10:30 PM IST

  Education News Today Live Blog Coverage Ends

  With this, we conclude today’s live blog coverage of the latest developments in the education sector. Throughout the day, we brought you real-time updates, exam alerts, student reactions, official announcements, etc, to keep you informed and prepared.

• Feb 18, 2026 10:00 PM IST

  What to Look Forward to for Tomorrow, Feb 19, 2026?

  The Telangana Council of Higher Education will begin the TG EAPCET 2026 application process tomorrow, February 19, 2026, on the official website.

• Feb 18, 2026 09:30 PM IST

  CBSE Exams 2026 Day 2 Ends; Check Day 3 Schedule Here

  After Day 2 of CBSE exams have ended today, check below the Day 3 schedule separately for Class 12 and Class 10 students:

  Class 12 - Thursday, February 19, 2026

  Time Slot	Subjects
  10:30 AM – 1:30 PM	Engineering Graphics (046) Horticulture (816) Cost Accounting (823)
  10:30 AM – 12:30 PM	Bharatanatyam (057) Kuchipudi (058) Odissi (059) Manipuri (060) Kathakali (061)

   

  Class 10 - Friday, February 20, 2026 (10:30 AM - 12:30 PM)

  • Beauty & Wellness (407)
  • Marketing & Sales (412)
  • Multi-Media (415)
  • Multi Skill Foundation Course (416)
  • Physical Activity Trainer (418)
  • Data Science (419)

• Feb 18, 2026 09:00 PM IST

  XLRI - Xavier School of Management introduced second-year specializations in its HRM program

  From the second year, students can now specialize in Organization Development, Compensation, Future of Work, Labour and Social Justice, and Employee Well-being. They will also have the option to select electives from HR, Strategy, Economics, and Information Systems. The first year of the two-year program will remain the same.

• Feb 18, 2026 08:30 PM IST

  More Students Eligible for NEET PG 2025 Counselling

  Today, the Supreme Court heard arguments on the controversy over the revised NEET-PG 2025 qualifying cut-offs. NBEMS told the court that lowering the cut-off has made around 95,913 more candidates eligible for counselling, and clarified that it only followed government directions on the change. The matter continues to be reviewed by the top court.

• Feb 18, 2026 08:00 PM IST

  Admit Card and City Intimation Update for SSC GD Constable 2026 Exam

  As per the SSC guidelines, the exam city intimation slip will be released 8 to 10 days before the exam begins. The SSC GD Constable 2026 admit card will be issued 2 to 3 days before the revised exam date on the official website, ssc.gov.in.

  
   

• Feb 18, 2026 07:30 PM IST

  SSC GD Constable 2026 Exam Postponed

  The examination for SSC GD Constable was earlier scheduled for February 23, 2026, but the Commission has stated that a new exam date will be announced soon.

• Feb 18, 2026 07:00 PM IST

  Maharashtra HSC Exams Feb 18 Over; Check Upcoming Exam Schedule

  The next batch of Maharashtra HSC 2026 exams will be held on February 21, 2026. Check the schedule below:

  1. Mathematics & Statistics in the morning shift (11 AM to 2 PM)
  2. Percussion Instruments in the evening shift (3 to 5:30 PM)

• Feb 18, 2026 06:30 PM IST

  Maharashtra HSC Political Science Exam 2026 Ends

  The HSC Political Science exam has now concluded successfully at 6 PM. Students have completed their papers and are now discussing the difficulty level and the questions asked.

• Feb 18, 2026 06:00 PM IST

  CBSE Class 10 Home Science Paper Analysis & Reviews

  The Class 10 Home Science exam 2026 held today, was generally reviewed as easy to moderate by students and teachers. It followed the standard pattern with 80 marks over 3 hours, mostly NCERT-based concepts without out-of-syllabus questions.

• Feb 18, 2026 05:50 PM IST

  KREIS Admit Card 2026 Expected Release Time

  The KREIS admit card 2026 will be released today, either before 7 PM or by 10 PM. The download link will be provided in this live blog!

• Feb 18, 2026 05:35 PM IST

  Mandatory Requirements for MAH MCA CET Registration

  APAAR ID and Aadhaar ID are mandatory for CET registration. Students who have not yet generated their APAAR ID must create it through DigiLocker before completing the registration process.

• Feb 18, 2026 05:10 PM IST

  MAH MCA CET 2026 Registration Last Date Alert!

  MAH MCA CET 2026 registration deadline was extended to today, February 18, 2026. This is the final day, apply immediately. You can start here!

• Feb 18, 2026 05:00 PM IST

  APSC JE Admit Card 2026 Out!

  The admit card for the Assam Public Service Commission Junior Engineer (Civil/Mechanical/Chemical/Electrical) screening test has been released, for the exam scheduled on February 22, 2026. 

  You can download/print it from the direct link here!

• Feb 18, 2026 04:50 PM IST

  February 18, 2026 - No National/Gazetted Public Holiday Today!

  There is no national or gazetted public holiday across India on February 18, 2026. Government offices, banks, and most schools are functioning as usual.

• Feb 18, 2026 04:35 PM IST

  School Holiday Today Due to Board Exams

  Many state boards are conducting Class 10 and Class 12 board exams today, February 18, 2026. As a result, schools that are serving as exam centres remained closed for regular classes in the following states: 

  • Uttar Pradesh
  • Bihar
  • Maharashtra
  • Jharkhand
  • Madhya Pradesh
  • Rajasthan

• Feb 18, 2026 04:10 PM IST

  School Holiday Today Due to Festivals/Vacation

  • Sikkim and other Himalayan regions: Schools were closed due to Losar celebrations. 
  • Jammu & Kashmir: Schools were closed due to Winter Vacation
  
   

• Feb 18, 2026 04:00 PM IST

  MP Police SI Results 2026 Released!

  MP Police Sub-Inspector and Subedar results for 2026 have been released by the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board. You can check the results from here!

• Feb 18, 2026 03:50 PM IST

  ATMA 2026 Admit Card Release Time

  ATMA 2026 admit cards will be out today, February 18, 2026, expected around 5 PM on the official website. Stay tuned for the direct download link!

• Feb 18, 2026 03:35 PM IST

  Important Exam-Day Guidelines for Uttar Pradesh Board Students

  • Students appearing for the UP Board exams should reach the exam centre at least 30 minutes before the reporting time. 
  • Carry your admit card and a valid school ID card, as entry will not be allowed without proper documents. 
  • Carefully check your question paper details before starting the exam. 
  • Follow the instructions given by the invigilators and maintain discipline inside the exam hall. Electronic gadgets such as mobile phones, smartwatches, and calculators are strictly prohibited. Write your roll number correctly on the answer sheet and manage your time wisely
  • Use only a blue or black ballpoint pen to write your answers, as instructed by the board.

• Feb 18, 2026 03:10 PM IST

  UP Board Exams 2026 ONGOING

  The Uttar Pradesh Class 10 and Class 12 board exams for 2026 have also begun today, and will continue until March 12, 2026. The exams are being conducted in pen-and-paper mode across the state. The morning session was held from 8:30 am to 11:45 am, and the afternoon session is being held from 2:00 pm to 5:15 pm. The first paper for both Class 10 and Class 12 students is "Hindi".

• Feb 18, 2026 03:05 PM IST

  Maharashtra HSC Chemistry 2026 Paper Analysis

  According to provisional reviews and expert feedback, the Maharashtra HSC Chemistry 2026 paper is being generally considered easy to moderate. Most questions were based on the board syllabus, textbook concepts, PYQs, and practice papers. The student reaction has been quite positive overall!

• Feb 18, 2026 03:00 PM IST

  Check AP Inter 2026 Exam Dates!

  Andhra Pradesh Intermediate exams 2026 for 1st and 2nd year are scheduled from February 23 to March 24, 2026, as per the revised timetable released by BIEAP. Stay tuned to this LIVE coverage to get all updates: AP Inter Exams 2026 LIVE Updates

• Feb 18, 2026 02:50 PM IST

  CBSE Class 12 Physical Education Unofficial Answer and Paper Analysis- Check Now!

  The CBSE Class 12 Physical Education exam has concluded. The unofficial answer key, detailed paper analysis, and student reviews are now available. Click here!

• Feb 18, 2026 02:35 PM IST

  Answer Key Update for Maharashtra HSC Chemistry 2026

  The unofficial answer key and complete paper analysis of HSC Chemistry exam 2026 is now here. Stay tuned for live updates!

• Feb 18, 2026 02:10 PM IST

  Maharashtra HSC Chemistry 2026 Exam Over!

  The Maharashtra HSC Chemistry 2026 exam has concluded successfully today at 2 PM. Students who appeared for the paper have now finished writing and are sharing their reactions and thoughts on how the exam went.

• Feb 18, 2026 01:50 PM IST

  CBSE 2026 Exam Day 2 Over!

  The second day of the CBSE 2026 board exams ended at 1:30 PM. Students who appeared for today’s papers have completed their tests, and reactions are coming in. Stay tuned to this LIVE blog for unofficial answer keys and paper analysis coming up soon!

• Feb 18, 2026 01:35 PM IST

  TN TET Registrations 2026 Started - Get Direct Link to Apply!

  TN TET 2026 registrations for working teachers opened today, February 18, 2026, following the notification release on February 13. Check all details here, including application links and last date to apply!

• Feb 18, 2026 01:15 PM IST

  GATE Response Sheet 2026 To Be Out Soon!

  GATE 2026 response sheets are expected to be released soon by IIT Guwahati, likely between February 18-22, 2026. Follow this live coverage to stay updated-GATE Response Sheet 2026 LIVE Updates

• Feb 18, 2026 01:10 PM IST

  COMEDK Mock Test Link

  COMEDK UGET 2026 official mock tests have been released today, for registered and fee-paid candidates. These tests simulate the actual exam. The link to open mock tests is https://www.comedk.org/mock-test. Get started now!

• Feb 18, 2026 12:50 PM IST

  Maharashtra HSC Board Exams 2026: Did You Know?

  Five teachers have been suspended after they were allegedly caught helping students cheat during the Class 12 HSC exams in Beed district. The issue was found on February 10, the first day of the exams, when drone cameras used for monitoring recorded supervisors in 16 exam halls not stopping cheating and, in some cases, even helping students.

• Feb 18, 2026 12:35 PM IST

  Paper Analysis for Maharashtra HSC Exam

  Official paper analysis for both HSC exams scheduled for today will be provided in this live blog, after completion of each exam. Stay tuned!

  
   

• Feb 18, 2026 12:10 PM IST

  Maharashtra HSC Papers Today!

  The Maharashtra HSC 2026 exams include:

  1. Chemistry for Science stream students in the morning shift (11 AM to 2 PM)
  2. Political Science for Arts stream students in the evening shift (3 to 6 PM)

• Feb 18, 2026 11:50 AM IST

  Important Re-Appearing Update for Class 10 Students!

  Class 10 students have to appear for all their subjects in the first board exam in February 2026. If a student misses three or more subjects, they won’t be allowed to sit for the second exam in May. In that case, they will be placed in the “Essential Repeat” category and will have to reappear next year.

• Feb 18, 2026 11:35 AM IST

  What to do if the CBSE Day 1 Exam 2026 did not go as planned?

  CBSE conducted the Class 10 Mathematics board exam yesterday, leaving many students anxious about their performance. However, under CBSE’s new two-exam scheme from 2025-26, students can get relief. While the first exam is mandatory, a second board exam will be held in May 2026, giving students another opportunity within the same academic year.

• Feb 18, 2026 11:10 AM IST

  CBSE Exams 2026 Today (Day 2)

  The Class 10 and Class 12 board exams will continue on their second day today. Class 10 students are appearing for the Home Science paper, while Class 12 students are writing the Physical Education exam. Both exams are being conducted from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM.