Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam 2026: Karnataka 2nd PUC 2026 Date Sheet, Admit Card, Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Result, PYQP, Sample Papers

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Updated On: May 28, 2025 10:44 PM

Karnataka 2nd PUC Board exams are held in three annual exam format. The exam 1 is held in March, exam 2 will be from April to May and exam 3 in June. The Karnataka 2nd PUC exam time table 2025 will be released on the official website - kseab.karnataka.gov.in/. Check all details here.

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Karnataka 2nd PUC Board 2026: The Department of Pre-University Education, Karnataka has introduced the 'three annual examinations' format from the academic year 2023-24. The board has taken this step by replacing the supplementary exams so that students can retain their marks from these three exams, and to increase the board pass percentage rate. The Karnataka 2nd PUC exam 1 will be held in March 2026, the exam 2 will be held from April to May 2026, while the exam 3 will be conducted between the first week and third week of June 2026. The theory exams will generally be conducted from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Karnataka 2nd PUC practical exam 2026 will be held in February 2026. The Karnataka 2nd PUC admit card 2026 will be made available by the board via school login in February 2026. The Karnataka 2nd PUC hall ticket 2026 will be downloaded by schools and given to the students.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam 1 result 2026 will be out in April 2026, the exam 2 in May 2026. Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam 3 result 2026 will be out in July 2026. The Karnataka 2nd PUC exam 1 Result will be made available on the official website - karresults.nic.in. Students can apply for the 2nd PUC 2026 exam revaluation if they are not satisfied with their marks. The revaluation result will also be released by the board after a few weeks of the revaluation. The Karnataka 2nd PUC board exams 2026 were held from March 1 to 20, 2026. The official website will provide students with access to the 2nd PUC timetable for Karnataka in 2026.

About Karnataka 2nd PUC Board 2026

In Karnataka, the Department of Pre-University Education was formed in 1966. At present, it has almost 2,770 exam centres across the state. It is one of the most important components of the departments of primary and secondary education. In Karnataka, a two-year intermediate course is known as the Pre-University Course (PUC) or Pre-degree Course. Specifically, Class 12 is referred to as PUC. The students studying in Karnataka can pursue these courses from PU colleges or junior colleges. The board conducts final exams every year in the month of March or April. To learn more about the Karnataka PUC exam administered by the Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board by reading this article.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Board 2026: Overview

The Ministry of Education (MoE) has announced that it will conduct Board exams twice a year from session 2026 and students will be allowed to retain the best score. Stay active to get complete information about the KSEEB PUC schedule for the Karnataka board in 2026. Keep reading!

Features

Details

Full Exam Name

Karnataka Pre-University Certificate Examination

Short Exam Name

Karnataka 2nd PUC Board

Conducting Body

Department of Pre-University Government of Karnataka

Exam Level

Intermediate

Mode of Exam

Offline

Official website

pue.karnataka.gov.in

Karnataka 2nd PUC Board 2026: Date Sheet

Department of Pre University Education (DPUE) will release the Karnataka 2nd PUC Time Table 2026 on the official website of the state board in January 2026. The Karnataka 2nd PUC exam 1 2026 will be held from the first week of March to the second week of March 2026. The Karnataka 2nd PUC exam 2 2026 will be held from the third week of April to the first week of May 2026. Karnataka 2nd PUC exam 3 will be held in June 2026. The theory exams will be conducted for 3 hours, from 10 am to 1 pm for most of the subjects. The practical examinations will be conducted before the theory exams in February 2026.

The Karnataka 2nd PUC time table 2026 includes subject-specific exam dates, timings, key instructions, and other information. Students who will be taking the Karnataka 2nd PUC year examinations should review the Karnataka Board curriculum too. For more information on the exam format, scoring system, question types, and other specifics, they can download the Karnataka previous year's question papers.
Students can go through the provisional Karnataka 2nd PUC time table 2026 from the table below:

Date

Subject

March 2026

Kannada, Arabic

March 2026

Mathematics, Education, Logic, business studies

March 2026

Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Marathi, Urdu, Sanskrit, French

March 2026

Political Science, Statistics

March 2026 History, Physics
March 2026

Hindi

March 2026

Optional Kannada, Accountancy, Geology, Home Science

March 2026

Psychology, Chemistry, Basic Maths

March 2026

Economics

March 2026

English

March 2026

Geography, Biology

March 2026 Sociology, Electronics, Computer science
March 2026 Hindustani music, Information and Technology, Retail, Automobile, Health care, Beauty, and wellness

Exam Timings

  • Exams for 1st language, core subjects, and JTS subjects will be held from 10:00 AM to 1:15 PM.
  • Exams for 2nd and 3rd languages will be from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
  • Students will be given 15 minutes reading time for all subjects.
  • NSQF exams will be held with 2 hours from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM, and 15 minutes for reading the question paper.
  • The Hindustani Music and Carnatic Music exams will be conducted in the afternoon, from 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM, with separate slots for theory and practical exams.
Commonly Asked Questions
1. When will the Karnataka 2nd PUC exams 2026 be conducted?
Ans.
The Karnataka 2nd PUC exam 2026 will be held from the first week of March to the second week of March, 2025. The board will announce the dates of the Karnataka 2nd PUC exam 2026 in January 2026 tentatively.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Board 2026: Syllabus

To effectively prepare for the exam, students must be aware of the syllabus and exam format. On the official website, the board published the reduced syllabus for the Karnataka 2nd PUC. Students getting ready for the Karnataka PUC exams need to be aware of and download the whole 2nd Karnataka PUC syllabus, which is available on the state board's official website. It is recommended that they study using the 2nd PUC curriculum to be ready for the Karnataka 2nd PUC examination. This will assist them in understanding what they should and shouldn't study. The students can visit the official website to check the Karnataka 2nd PUC Syllabus 2024-25 .

Subject

Syllabus

Physics

Electric Charges and Fields

Electric Potential and Capacitance

Current Electricity

Moving Charges and Magnetism

Magnetism and Matter

Alternating Current

Electromagnetic Waves

Ray Optics and Optical Instruments

Wave Optics

Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter

Atoms

Nuclei

Semiconductor Electronics: Materials, Devices and Simple Circuits

Chemistry

Solid State

Solutions

Electrochemistry

Chemical Kinetics

Surface Chemistry

General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements

p-Block Elements

d and f Block Elements

Coordination Compounds

Haloalkanes and Haloarenes

Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers

Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids

Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen

Mathematics

Relations and Functions

Algebra

Calculus

Vectors and Three-Dimensional Geometry

Linear Programming

Probability

Also Read: Karnataka 2nd PUC Grading System 2026

Karnataka 2nd PUC Board 2026: Exam Pattern

The Exam Pattern is available at www.pue.kar.nic.in, the official website.

  • Each question paper is divided into 5 parts, such as Parts A, B, C, D, and E.
  • The Karnataka 2nd year PUC question patterns will be released separately for Math, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and other subjects.
  • There are no negative marks for compulsory and elective subjects.
  • Regular, Private, and Reappearing Candidate students of General & Vocational Courses have the same marking scheme.

The language options available are listed below. Students can choose any one of the language subjects. For all students, English is a compulsory language subject.

Kannada

Tamil

Malayalam

Marathi

Telugu

Arabic

Sanskrit

French

Urdu

Hindi

Optional Kannada

Languages make up two of the six subjects, and the remaining four can be selected from the following list:

History

Economics

Logic

Geography

Karnataka Music

Hindustani Music

Business Studies

Sociology

Political Science

Accountancy

Statistics

Psychology

Physics

Chemistry

Mathematics

Biology

Geology

Electronics

Computer Science

Education

Basic Maths

Home Science

Weightage of Marks

Particulars

Marks

Performing the Experiment

20

Viva-voce

04

Practical Record

06

Total

30

Also Read: Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam Pattern 2026
Commonly Asked Questions
1. What is the total marks of the Karnataka 2nd PUC Board Exam?
Ans.
The total marks of the Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam is 600. The maximum marks for each subject is 100. You will have to appear for the theory and practical exam as per your subject combination. Theory exam will be for a total 70 marks. 30 marks will be for practical exam. There is no negative marking in Karnataka PUC exam.

2. Is there reduction in the Karnataka 2nd PUC syllabus in 2026?
Ans. It can be assumed that there will be no reduction in Karnataka 2nd PUC syllabus 2025. The board reduced the syllabus for 2024 on the official website. The board will follow the same syllabus in 2026.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Board 2026: Hall Ticket

Students can get the Karnataka 2nd PUC Hall Ticket 2026 via this link as soon as it is published online. Candidates can visit the Karnataka website to get more detailed information about the Karnataka Board 2nd PUC Exam Hall Ticket 2026. Without an admit card, students won't be able to access the exam centre. For further information about the Karnataka 2nd PUC Hall Ticket 2026, visit the website listed below.

Board Name

Karnataka State Board of Secondary Education

Exam Name

Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam 2026

Session

2026

KSEEB Board Hall Ticket 2026

February 2026 (Expected)

Category

Hall Ticket

Official website

https://dce.karnataka.gov.in/english

No student will be allowed to enter the examination room without a valid admission card. Students must follow the instructions listed on the back of their 2026 Karnataka Board 2nd PUC Hall Ticket while sitting the exam. As soon as they receive their admit cards, whether they are online or offline, candidates should verify them for errors. If mistakes are discovered, they should report to the school authority immediately. If required, they can also report to the board and get it fixed before the board exams begin.

How To Download Karnataka 2nd PUC Hall Ticket 2024-25 Online?

Before a month of board exams, the admit card has been accessible for download on the official website. The students can collect the hall ticket from the school. They must also check the hall ticket and report to the authorities if there is any mistake in your spelling name or other incorrect details. To learn the download process, students can follow the below-mentioned steps.

  • Visit the webpage of the board. www.karnataka.gov.in
  • Select the Karnataka 2nd PUC Hall Ticket 2026.
  • Your desktop will now display a login page.
  • Click "Submit" after entering the required login information.
  • The screen will now show it in PDF format.
  • At this point, you ought to "Download" and "Save" it.
  • Please "print" a copy of it.
Commonly Asked Questions
1. What are the details mentioned in Karnataka 2nd PUC hall ticket 2026?
Ans.
You can get all the important details on the Karnataka 2nd PUC hall ticket 2026, which are:
  • Student's name
  • His/ her Registration number
  • His/ her Roll number
  • His/ her Photograph
  • His/ her Date of Birth and Gender
  • Father’s Name
  • Mother’s Name
  • Name of Board
  • Exam time and date
  • Signature of the student
  • Name of School
  • Code number of school

Karnataka 2nd PUC Board 2026: Result

The Karnataka 2nd PUC result 2026 was released by the Department of Pre-University Education (DPUE) on April 8, 2026.  The Karnataka 2nd PUC exam 1 Result 2026 was released on the official website - karresults.nic.in. The registration number must be entered by students to see the Karnataka board 2nd PUC results 2026. Additionally, they can use DigiLocker and SMS to get the Karnataka 12th result 2026. Students should note that the result of Karnataka 2nd PUC Board 2026 released online is provisional. They have to collect the original marksheets from the schools.

The students can follow the simple steps to view the result.

  • The results of the Karnataka 2nd PUC exams will be published online by the Department of Pre University Education.
  • You must log in using the Karnataka 2nd PUC roll number to verify the result.
  • Additionally, you may have the opportunity to check the Karnataka PUC Result 2026 here, when it is out.
Also Read: Karnataka 2nd PUC Passing Marks 2026

    Karnataka 2nd PUC 2026: Toppers

    The Karnataka Board released the 2nd PUC toppers 2026 list along with the result announcement. This year, Amulya Kamath bagged the first position in the KSEAB Science stream, with Deepashree securing first position in the Commerce stream. Sanjana Bai topped in Karnataka Board Arts stream.
    Stream Topper's Name College Name Marks Secured
    Science Amulya Kamath Expert PU College, Dakshina Kannada
    Commerce Deepashree Canara PU College, Dakshina Kannada 599/600
    Arts Sanjana Bai Indu PU College, Bellary 597/600
    In the AY 2023-24, Vidyalakshmi from Science Steam bagged the first position in the Karnataka 2nd PUC Topper 2024 list with 598 Marks. Three students became first in the 2nd PUC Result. Medha D, Vedant Jnyanuba Navi, and Kavitha B V from the Karnataka PUC 2 Arts stream with 596 marks each. While, from the commerce stream, Gnanavi M topped the 2nd puc result with 597 marks.

    Rank

    Topper Name

    Total marks

    1st

    Vidya Lakshmi

    598

    1st

    Gnanavi M

    597

    1st

    Medha D

    Vedant Jnyanba Navi

    Kavitha BV

    596

    Karnataka 2nd PUC 2026: Supplementary Exam

    From this year, there will be no Karnataka 2nd PUC Compartment Exams 2026 , instead, there will be three annual 2nd PUC examinations. Students who failed in the first exam, can appear for Karnataka's 2nd PUC exam 2 which will be held in April 2026. The following table contains the likely exam dates for the Karnataka Board 2nd PUC timetable.

    Karnataka 2nd PUC Supplementary Exam Time Table 2026

    Once the board results are out, the Karnataka board will release the date sheet for supplementary exams. The students can check the dates for their exams and reach the exam center before half an hour on the exam day.
    Supplementary Exam Dates Morning Shift (10:15 am to 01:30 pm) Evening Shift (02:30 pm to 05:30 pm)
    July 2026 Sociology, Accountancy, Mathematics
    July 2026 English Information technology, Retail, Automobile, HealthCare, Beauty & Wellness
    July 2026 Economics, Physics
    July 2026 Hindi Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Malayam, Arabic, French
    July 2026 Kannada Geography, Hindustani Music, Geology
    July 2026 Political Science
    July 2026 History, Statistics, Biology
    July 2026 Business Studies, Chemistry, Education
    July 2026 Urdu, Sanskrit Optional Kannada
    July 2026 Electronics, Computer Science

    Karnataka 2nd PUC 2026: Preparation Tips

    The students can score good marks with a strong Karnataka 2nd PUC Preparation Tips 2026 . They must focus on the important topics. The students must figure out the time devoted to each of the subjects and topics. Following are some of the tricks and tips for students to follow wisely and get prepared for each of the exams.

    • Before the release of the Karnataka 2n PUC timetable for the Karnataka Board in 2026, make a study calendar and begin preparing the entire Karnataka PUC syllabus. For students to perform well in the Karnataka 2nd PUC result 2026, each subject should be provided adequate time.
    • Make notes on crucial subjects, then use your notes to revise the chapters. This will make it simple and quick to review the subjects.
    • For better preparation, download the Karnataka Board 2nd PUC Previous Year Question Papers and practise them. These question papers will give you a better idea of the exam format and content.
    • If you have any questions, ask your teachers to help you out. A high score can be attained by having clear concepts.
    • For the body and mind to remain nourished, a healthy diet is essential. It makes sure that both physical and mental health are in good shape.

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    FAQs

    What happens if I receive less than a 35% grade in the 12th state board exam for Karnataka?

    Students need to get at least a 35% on the test to pass the exam. A student must repeat the exam if they score less than 35%. They can also ask for their results to be reevaluated.

    What should students who have a low attendance rate do to show up for upcoming exams?

    Students with low attendance rates will not be allowed to take tests for the relevant school year. However, students must be readmitted to the relevant class the following year and maintain a 75% attendance rate if they want to take the exam.

    Will there be negative marking for wrong answers?

    KSEEB does not follow negative marking for any of the subjects in Class 12. The marks would only be given according to the correct number of answers.

    How is it possible to score good marks?

    Besides in-depth knowledge of the syllabus, students should also be able to solve the questions in time. They can maintain speed by solving the sample papers. 

    What would be the shift timings for class 12 exam in Karnataka board?

    KSEEB will conduct board exams in the morning shift(10:15 am to 01:30 pm). The students would be given 3 hours to write the paper. Initially, 15 minutes will be allotted to read the question paper.

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