The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued CBSE Group A, B, C Skill Test Admit Card 2026. Candidates can apply online until 27 December 2025. Total Vacancies: 124 Posts. Application Fee for General candidates is ₹ 1750/- (For Group A Posts). Eligibility age criteria: 18 to 35 Years. Direct server links to apply, view merit list, and download syllabus PDF are available in the Direct Useful Links table below.
Exam Day Instructions & Entry Rules
1. Center gates close strictly 30 minutes before exam commencement. Late entry is never entertained.
2. The photograph on the admit card must clearly match your physical appearance; bring identical passport photos.
3. Aadhaar card printout should show full Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY); otherwise bring PAN or Voter ID as secondary proof.
Important Dates
- Online Apply Start Date 02 December 2025
- Online Apply Last Date 27 December 2025
- Last Date For Fee Payment 27 December 2025
- Tier-I Exam Date 31 January 2026 – 01 February 2026
- Exam City Details 17 January 2026
- Admit Card 28 January 2026
- Answer Key 12 February 2026
- Result Date 02 March 2026
- Tier-II Exam Date 18, 19, 25, 26 April 2026
- Tier-II Exam City Details 08 April 2026
- Tier-II Admit Card 15 April 2026
- Tier-II Result 15 May 2026
- Skill Test Date 11 July 2026
- Skill Test Exam City Details 30 June 2026
- Admit Card 09 July 2026 Available Now
Application Fee & Payment
- General, EWS, OBC ₹ 1750/- (For Group A Posts) (Exempted)
- General, EWS, OBC ₹ 1050/- (For Group B / C Posts) (Exempted)
- SC, ST, PH ₹ 250/- (Exempted)
- All Female Candidates ₹ 250/- (Exempted)
Age Limit & Eligibility
- Age Calculated As On As on 01 August 2026
- Upper Age Relaxation As Per Government Norms
Total Vacancy Overview
Salary, Pay Scale & 7th CPC Allowances
Selected candidates for CBSE Group A, B, C Skill Test Admit Card 2026 receive remuneration as per the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix.
- Pay Matrix: As Per 7th Central / State Pay Commission Rules
- Basic Pay: Check official notification for exact basic scale
- Metro (X-City) In-Hand: Standard Government Pay with DA (50%), HRA & TA
- State/Town (Y/Z City): Standard Government Pay with DA (50%), HRA & TA
- Allowances Included: Dearness Allowance (DA 50%), HRA (9%-27%), Transport Allowance (TA), NPS Contribution & Medical
| Post Name / Cadre | Department | Total Posts | Educational Qualification Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Secretary | General / Respective Cadre | 08 | |
| Assistant Professor & Assistant Director (Academics) | General / Respective Cadre | 12 | |
| Assistant Professor & Assistant Director (Training) | General / Respective Cadre | 08 | |
| Assistant Professor & Assistant Director (Skill Education) | General / Respective Cadre | 07 | |
| Accounts Officer | General / Respective Cadre | 02 | |
| Superintendent | General / Respective Cadre | 27 | |
| Junior Translation Officer | General / Respective Cadre | 09 | |
| Junior Accountant | General / Respective Cadre | 16 | |
| Junior Assistant | General / Respective Cadre | 35 |
| Candidate Category | Permissible Age Relaxation | Mandatory Document / Verification Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer) | 3 Years | Must produce valid OBC-NCL certificate issued in prescribed format |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 Years | Applicable for all central and state reservations |
| PwBD / Divyangjan (General / Unreserved) | 10 Years | Minimum 40% permanent benchmark disability certificate needed |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years | Cumulative relaxation (10 yrs PwD + 3 yrs OBC) |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 Years | Cumulative relaxation (10 yrs PwD + 5 yrs SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 Years + Service Rendered | Deduction of military service from actual age |
| Stage / Paper | Subjects & Question Distribution | Total Marks / Questions | Duration & Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Written Examination / CBT | General Awareness, Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, General English/Hindi & Domain Subject | 100 Questions / 100 Marks | 90 to 120 Minutes 1/3rd or 1/4th Negative Marking as per board guidelines |
| Stage 2: Skill / Typing / Practical Test | Trade proficiency or clerical typing test on computer console | Qualifying Only | 15 to 30 Minutes Must meet minimum qualifying accuracy threshold |
| Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical Examination | Original certificate verification & medical fitness assessment | Final Clearance | Prescribed schedule Disqualification upon document failure |
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Download Admit Card
- Visit the Official Examination Portal: Navigate to the authorized portal of Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).
- Access Admit Card Section: Click on the 'Download Admit Card / Hall Ticket' link on the home page notification marquee.
- Select Examination Link: Click on the active link for CBSE Group A, B, C Skill Test Admit Card 2026.
- Log In with Credentials: Enter your Registration ID / Application Number and Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY) or Password, along with the displayed Captcha code.
- Verify Exam Center & Shift Timings: Check your allotted examination date, shift, reporting time, and exact test venue address.
- Print Admit Card: Download and print 2 colored or clear black-and-white copies on A4 paper. Ensure the barcode and photograph are sharp and legible.
- Check Exam Day Instructions: Carefully read instructions regarding mandatory original Government Photo ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID) and passport photographs required at the test centre.
Mandatory Checklist: What to Carry to the Examination Center
| Download Skill Test Admit Card | Click Here |
| Download Skill Test Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Check Skill Test Exam City Notice | Download PDF |
| Download Tier-II Result | Click Here |
| Check Tier-II Result Notice | Download PDF |
| Download Tier-II Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Check Tier-II Exam City Notice | Download PDF |
| Download Result | Click Here |
| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Check Answer Key Notice | Download PDF |
| Apply Online Link | Apply Online |
| Check Corrigendum Notice | Download PDF |
| CBSE Official Website | Click Here |
| Official Portal / Organization Website | Visit Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (Candidate FAQs)
CBSE Group A, B, C Skill Test Admit Card 2026 — Comprehensive Guide & Key Details
The issuance of CBSE Group A, B, C Skill Test Admit Card 2026 provides registered candidates with official authorization to sit for the scheduled examination conducted by Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). The admit card functions as your primary entry credential and contains critical operational details regarding allotted shifts, exam center location, and test day guidelines.
1. Critical Verification of Hall Ticket Particulars
Immediately after downloading your call letter, ensure the following fields are legible and accurate:
- Candidate Name, Roll Number, and Registration ID matching your original application form.
- Clear photograph and legible facsimile signature.
- Exact examination venue address, reporting time, and gate closure time.
2. Mandatory Items Permitted Inside Exam Center
- Printed copy of E-Admit Card on clean A4 paper (color or crisp black & white).
- Original Government Photo ID (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License).
- Two recent passport-sized color photographs identical to the application upload.
- Transparent ballpoint pen (blue or black ink) if written or offline OMR test.
3. Strictly Prohibited Articles
Candidates must refrain from carrying electronic gadgets, mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth earphones, calculators, notes, or bags into the test venue. Violation of security guidelines leads to immediate debarment.
4. Biometric Attendance, IRIS Scan, and Special PwD Scribe Rules
Modern examination centers implement digital biometric thumb impressions and IRIS scanning before permitting candidates inside the CBT terminals. Candidates must ensure fingers are free of ink, henna (mehendi), or chemical coatings that could impede digital sensor capture. Candidates requiring scribe accommodations must carry authorized medical board certificates and pre-approved scribe admission credentials.
Advisory: Plan your travel itinerary in advance to reach the allotted exam venue at least 60 minutes before gate closure to complete biometric verification smoothly.