📘 Why a Dress Code Matters
CBSE has issued official dress code instructions for Class 10 and 12 board examinations 2026 to:
- Maintain fair and disciplined conduct in the exam halls
- Prevent misuse of prohibited or distracting accessories
- Ensure ease of identity verification and smooth security checks on exam day
👕 General Dress Code Guidelines
👨🎓 For Regular Students
Students enrolled in schools must wear their official school uniform on exam days. This applies to both Class 10 and Class 12 candidates.
- School uniform (shirt & trousers for boys; salwar/kameez for girls or school‑specific attire)
- Clean, simple, and neat appearance
- Comfortable shoes or sandals (no fancy footwear)
- Avoid heavy or decorative accessories
👩🎓 For Private Candidates
Private candidates (those not attached to a school) are not required to wear a school uniform but must follow a simple and appropriate dress code:
- Plain formal or modest casual wear
- Light‑colored clothes preferred
- Full‑length trousers or simple kurta with leggings/salwar
- Minimal or no jewellery
- Comfortable shoes or sandals
⚠️ Items to Avoid on Exam Day
CBSE has also highlighted what students must NOT wear during the board examinations:
🚫 Prohibited Clothing & Accessories
- No flashy or printed slogans on T‑shirts
- Avoid heavy jewellery (earrings, bracelets, chains)
- No smartwatches or wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital watches
- No caps, hats, or any electronic accessories that might trigger suspicion
🧢 Dress Code Tips for a Smooth Exam Day
✅ Comfort comes first: Board exams can be long, so students are encouraged to choose comfortable clothing
✅ Keep it simple: Avoid unnecessary belts, large buttons, or accessories that might need to be removed during frisking
✅ Check centre rules: Some schools may specify exact uniform components (e.g., belt color or socks) — follow those if provided
📝 Final Takeaway
Here’s a quick snapshot of the CBSE 2026 Board Exam dress code:
Category
Dress Requirement
Regular Students
Must wear official school uniform
Private Candidates
Light‑colored, neat civilian clothes
Everyone
No smartwatches, wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital accessories, or heavy jewellery
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