Bihar Class 1-8 Exams 2026 Schedule Out: New Evaluation System, Separate Answer Sheets

• Bihar's annual Class 1 to 8 exams for government and government-aided schools will run from March 12 to March 19, 2026.
• Exams will be held in two shifts; oral for Classes 1-2, written for Classes 3-8 with separate answer sheets this year.
• Question papers available via e-Shiksha Kosh portal; answer sheets distributed to schools by March 9-10.
• Evaluation from March 19-24, progress reports by March 25, and PTM on March 30 to discuss student performance.
• Evaluation includes 12 co-curricular activities; special support for students with Grades C, D, and E to improve scores.