Andhra Pradesh SSC Board

 AP SSC 2026

Board of Secondary Education, Andhra Pradesh

Results | Exam Time Table | Hall Tickets | Grading System

The AP SSC 2026 examination is conducted by the Board of Secondary Education, Andhra Pradesh (BSEAP) for students studying Class 10 (Secondary School Certificate) in the state. The AP SSC examination is a crucial academic milestone, as it serves as the foundation for higher secondary education and plays a key role in determining students’ eligibility for Intermediate (Class 11) courses across Science, Commerce, and Arts streams.

The AP SSC 2026 examinations are expected to be held in March–April 2026 in offline (pen-and-paper) mode across various examination centres in Andhra Pradesh. The board is responsible for framing the syllabus, releasing the timetable, issuing hall tickets, conducting evaluations, and declaring results. Students must pass both theory and internal assessments to qualify for the SSC certificate.

BSEAP follows a standardized and transparent evaluation process. Students who are unable to clear one or more subjects in the regular examination are given an opportunity to appear for supplementary examinations, usually conducted in May–June 2026. Detailed information regarding exam dates, syllabus, exam pattern, hall tickets, results, grading system, and re-verification for AP SSC 2026 is provided below.

AP SSC – Key Highlights

Features

Details

Conducting Body

Board of Secondary Education Andhra Pradesh (BSEAP)

Exam Level

State-level (Andhra Pradesh)

Class

10th (SSC)

Exam Mode

Pen-and-paper (offline)

Duration per Paper

2.45-3 hours (9:30 AM to 12:45 PM typically)

Total Subjects

6-11 (languages, core, electives)

Total Marks

1000

Passing Marks

35% aggregate per subject

Official Website

bse.ap.gov.in
 
AP SSC – Exam DatesThe BSEAP released the detailed AP SSC 2026 timetable, with exams in the morning shift; practicals for vocational subjects precede theory papers.

Date

Subjects

March 16, 2026

First Language Paper 1

March 18, 2026

Second Language

March 20, 2026

English

March 23, 2026

Mathematics Paper 1

March 25, 2026

Physical Science

March 28, 2026

Biological Science

March 30, 2026

Social Studies

March 31, 2026

Second Language Paper 2

April 1, 2026

SSC Optional/Other Exams/Vocational
 
AP SSC  Eligibility Criteria
Regular students enrolled in Class 10 from BSEAP-affiliated schools qualify automatically upon fee payment and 75% attendance. Private candidates must register via district offices; prior year failures can appear for compartments. Age limit is typically 15-18 years, with relaxations for SC/ST; no upper attempt limit beyond norms.
 
AP SSC  Application Form 
Forms release in October-November 2025 via schools, involving online submission on bse.ap.gov.in with personal/academic details, photo, and fees (?150-500 category-wise, higher for privates/late). Colleges verify and forward; corrections allowed till December 2025.
 
AP SSC  Exam Pattern
Each paper totals 100 marks: Part A (objective/MCQs 20 marks), Part B (short answers 30 marks), Part C (essays/problems 50 marks). Composite language papers split reading/writing; sciences include practicals. No negative marking; answer in English/Telugu/Urdu.
 
AP SSC  Syllabus 
Aligned with latest BSEAP curriculum: Telugu/English (grammar, comprehension), Maths (algebra/geometry), Physical Science (physics/chemistry basics), Biology (life processes), Social Studies (history/civics). Vocational courses add skill papers; full syllabus PDFs on official site.
 
AP SSC Admit Card
Hall tickets issue in early March 2026 from schools or bse.ap.gov.in using journal number. Must carry with photo ID (Aadhaar); contains center details, instructions. No entry without it.
 
AP SSC Result 
Results expected in late April 2026 online, with marks memos via schools/DigiLocker. Pass percentage historically 70-80%; toppers listed. Supplementary exams follow in June.AP SSC  Preparation Tips
  • Solve past 10 years' papers for pattern familiarity.
  • Revise NCERT/State textbooks; focus on diagrams/numericals.
  • Weekly mocks; balance with 7-8 hours study daily.
 
AP SSC 2026 Instructions:
  • Candidates should upload their photograph and signature with the preferred size in the portal which should be clearly visible.
  • Candidates need to carry their admit card/hall ticket to the exam centre. Candidates will be prohibited from entering the exam hall without this document.
  • Candidates will also be required to carry a valid ID proof such as – Voter ID Card/ Aadhaar Card/ PAN Card/ Driving License, etc.
  • It is advisable for all candidates to enter the designated exam hall before time for a smooth security process before the beginning of exam.
  • Any candidate violating the rules will be strictly dealt as per the norms of the exam centre.
  • Any candidate pursuing any unfair means in the exam hall will be dealt with as per the rules and regulations of the test centre.
AP SSC – FAQs
Q1: When does AP SSC 2026 start?
Ans: March 16, 2026; full timetable on bse.ap.gov.in.
Q2: What if absent for one paper?
Ans: Eligible for remaining; apply for re-exam.
Q3: How to get marksheet?
Ans: Download from site post-results or collect from school.
Q4: Grace marks policy?
Ans: Up to 15 marks for one/two fails.
Q5: Recounting fee?
Ans: ?50-100 per subject within 10 days of results.

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