By the Education Karnataka Editorial Team · Last updated: November 2026
Quick answer: Key education updates for Karnataka parents as of November 2026:
- the JNVST Class 6 exam for 2027–28 admissions is on 28 November 2026
- the RMS CET written exam for 2027–28 is scheduled for December 2026
- SSLC and 2nd PUC pass marks remain 33% overall under the 2025–26 rules, with three exam opportunities a year
- CBSE’s Class 10 two-exam system is in its first full cycle
- the state’s State Education Policy report awaits implementation in school education
This is a monthly series. Facts were checked in November 2026. Always confirm details on official websites.
Key takeaways
- JNVST (Navodaya Class 6): Exam on 28 November 2026; applications closed on 31 July 2026.
- RMS CET: Applications closed in October 2026; written exam in December 2026.
- Karnataka SSLC and 2nd PUC: 33% overall pass rule; Exam-1, 2 and 3 system.
- CBSE Class 10: The first exam is compulsory, and the second is optional, for improvement.
Entrance exams and admissions
| Update | Detail |
| JNVST 2027 (Class 6) | Exam on 28 November 2026; for children born between 1 May 2015 and 31 July 2017 |
| RMS CET (2027–28) | Applications closed on 20 October 2026; written exam in December 2026 |
| AISSEE (Sainik Schools) | The 2026–27 cycle opened in October 2025. Watch NTA for the next cycle |
| KREIS (Morarji Desai and others) | Applications in recent years have been around January and February |
Board exam rules to remember
- SSLC: 33% overall (206/625), with at least 30% in each subject.
- 2nd PUC: 33% overall (198/600), with at least 30% in each subject.
- KSEAB: Exam-1, Exam-2 and Exam-3 each year.
- CBSE Class 10: Two exams, with the first compulsory.
Policy updates
- State Education Policy: The commission’s final report was submitted in August 2025. Mid-2026 reports said its school recommendations were yet to be implemented.
- Class 1 age rule: Six years by 1 June. A one-time 60-day relaxation applied for 2026–27.
What parents should do this month
- Confirm JNVST admit cards and exam centres, if your child applied.
- Prepare for RMS CET, if registered.
- Shortlist and visit boarding schools for 2027–28.
- Plan 2nd PUC revision ahead of Exam-1 in early 2027.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Navodaya exam for 2027 admissions? On 28 November 2026, as per NVS.
Has the SSLC pass mark changed? Yes. From 2025–26, it is 33% overall, with at least 30% in each subject.
Can CBSE Class 10 students write the board exam twice? Yes. The first exam is compulsory, and the second is optional.
Where can I get official updates? On the NVS, NTA, KSEAB, KEA, CBSE and Karnataka School Education Department websites.
How often is this roundup updated? Monthly. Check back for the latest updates.
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