The Himachal Pradesh school education Board (HPSEB), Dharamshala, has officially released the exam dates for the State Open school (HP SOS) Examinations 2025. These exams are crucial for thousands of students in Classes 8, 10, and 12, covering not only regular subjects but also re-appear, improvement, and additional categories.

Here’s a complete breakdown in a student-friendly listicle format so you don’t miss any important detail.

1 Exam Window: september 25 to october 15

The hp SOS exams will be conducted from September 25 to october 15, 2025.

• Class 8 & 10: Exams run from September 25 to october 8.
• Class 12: Exams extend until October 15.
  This ensures all categories of exams — full subjects, re-appear, additional, category improvement, and special marks improvement — are covered within this timeline.

2 Morning Shift Exams Only

All exams will be held in the morning session, from 9:45 am to 1:00 pm.

• Question papers and OMR sheets will be distributed at 9:45 am.
• Students will get 15 minutes of reading time before the official start at 10:00 am.
  This consistent timing helps reduce confusion and allows students to prepare accordingly.

3 Practical Exams Begin Early

Practical exams will take place before the written exams. students must visit their respective study centres to know subject-wise schedules.
For Class 12 students, practicals — including Accountancy project work — will be conducted from September 10 to september 22, 2025.

👉 students must inform their study centre principals about their subject-wise practical schedule by September 8, 2025.

4 Strict Ban on Gadgets

The board has issued a strict ban on bringing electronic devices into exam centres. Prohibited items include:

• Calculators
• Smartwatches
• Mobile phones
• Pagers

This ensures fairness and prevents malpractice during exams.

5 Special Focus on Discipline

HPSEB has cautioned students against rule violations and warned that severe action will be taken against those found indulging in:

• Cheating
• Using unfair means
• Disrupting exam decorum

Maintaining discipline is as important as academic preparation.

6 Who Can Appear? Multiple Categories Covered

The hp SOS exams aren’t limited to regular students. They include:

• Full subject exams for fresh candidates.
• Re-appear exams for those who didn’t clear earlier attempts.
• Additional subject exams for students taking extra subjects.
• Category improvement exams to upgrade performance.
• Special marks improvement exams for boosting scores.

This inclusive approach provides opportunities for all learners to progress academically.

7 Important Preparation Timeline for Students

• By september 8, 2025 → Inform principals about practical exam schedules.
• September 10 – 22, 2025 → Class 12 practicals (check study centre details).
• September 25, 2025 → Written exams begin for Classes 8, 10, and 12.
• October 8, 2025 → Last exam for Classes 8 & 10.
• October 15, 2025 → Last exam for Class 12.

Students are advised to download the detailed PDF schedule from the official website and prepare according to their subject list.

8 How to Access the Schedule PDF

HPSEB has uploaded the official hp SOS Exam Schedule 2025 PDF on its website. students can directly check the subject-wise timetable, dates, and instructions by visiting the official portal. Keeping a printed copy is highly recommended for easy reference.

 Final Word: A Golden Chance to Excel

The HP SOS Exams 2025 are more than just routine tests — they are a second chance for re-appear students, an opportunity for score improvement, and a gateway for fresh candidates. With a clear timeline, strict discipline measures, and practical exams scheduled in advance, the board has ensured a smooth, transparent process.

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