Here are the key education updates from 18 to 20 October 2026 for parents and students.
1. CBSE: LOC deadline on 21 October
Schools must submit the List of Candidates for 2027 boards by 21 October. Late submission with Rs 2,000 per candidate is allowed from 22 to 30 October, and corrections from 2 to 4 November. Class 12 practicals are in November-December for winter-bound schools and January-February 2027 for others. The theory date sheet is still awaited.
2. MP Board changes exam pattern
From 2026-27, MPBSE has removed internal choice in 2-mark questions for Classes 9 to 12, while keeping choice in 3- and 4-mark questions.
3. Supreme Court on menstrual hygiene in schools
Defaulting states and UTs have four weeks to file reports on free sanitary pads, toilets and hygiene facilities in schools. The next hearing is on 14 December.
4. UGC NET December 2026
Apply by 28 October; exams on 14-18 and 21 December.
5. JEE Main 2027 registration
Registration has not been confirmed as open yet and is widely expected in late October. Session 1 is on 20-24 and 28 January (revised) 2027. Keep checking jeemain.nta.nic.in.
6. Holidays and other updates
- West Bengal schools are closed for Durga Puja holidays from 15 to 26 October, as per the state calendar.
- Bihar STET 2026 admit cards have been reported as released.
- NIOS Class 10 and 12 exams begin on 22 October.
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Sources: Careerindia; Careers360; Free Press Kashmir; Edusaint; Daily Jagran.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are CBSE Class 12 practical exams?
November-December 2026 for winter-bound schools and January-February 2027 for other schools.
What changed in the MP Board exam pattern?
From 2026-27, MPBSE removed internal choice in 2-mark questions for Classes 9 to 12, while keeping choice in 3- and 4-mark questions.
