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07-08-2025
The Kerala Department of General and Higher Secondary Education has officially published the First Terminal (Onam) Examination Timetable for the academic year 2025–26. The schedule applies to all government, aided, and unaided schools across the state, covering Classes 1 to 12 under the SCERT and DHSE boards.
🗓️ Exam Dates: August 18 to August 27, 2025
🏫 Applies to: Classes 1 to 12 (including SSLC & Plus Two)
🕙 Sessions: Forenoon (FN) and Afternoon (AN)
⏱️ Cool-off Time: Included in the total exam duration
🕌 Friday AN Exams: Start at 2:00 PM instead of 1:30 PM
📘 Boards Covered: SCERT (Classes 1–10), DHSE (Class 11 & 12)
Students under the Department of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE) will follow the below schedule for Class 12 (Plus Two):
Date | Time | Subjects |
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18-08-2025 | 1:30 PM | Part II Languages, Computer Science, Information Technology |
19-08-2025 | 9:30 AM | Part I English |
19-08-2025 | 1:30 PM | Mathematics, Psychology, Part III Languages, Sanskrit Sastra |
20-08-2025 | 1:30 PM | Biology, Political Science, English Literature, Computer Applications, Electronics |
21-08-2025 | 1:30 PM | Home Science, Journalism, Gandhian Studies, Philosophy, Statistics |
22-08-2025 | 2:00 PM | Physics, Economics |
25-08-2025 | 1:30 PM | Accountancy, Social Work, Music, Geography, Geology |
26-08-2025 | 1:30 PM | Sociology, Anthropology, Electronic Systems |
27-08-2025 | 1:30 PM | Chemistry, History, Business Studies, Islamic History, Communicative English |
👉 Advice for Students: Prioritize core papers like English, Mathematics, and Science. Subjects like Physics and Chemistry are placed at ideal intervals to allow sufficient revision time.
Date | Class 8 | Class 9 | Class 10 (SSLC) |
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18-08-2025 | Social Science (FN) | – | English (AN) |
19-08-2025 | First Language Paper 1 (FN) | – | – |
20-08-2025 | English (FN) | Mathematics (AN) | – |
21-08-2025 | English (FN) | Arts / PE (AN) | – |
22-08-2025 | Hindi (FN) | Hindi (FN) | Mathematics Paper 1 (AN) |
25-08-2025 | – | Biology (FN) | Social Science (AN) |
26-08-2025 | Social Science Paper 2 (FN) | Mathematics (AN) | Arts / PE (FN & AN) |
✔️ Tips for Parents:
Date | Day | Session | Time | Subjects |
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18-08-2025 | Monday | FN | 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM | Malayalam / Arabic / Sanskrit / Tamil / Kannada |
19-08-2025 | Tuesday | FN | 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM | English |
AN | 1:30 PM – 3:45 PM | Malayalam II (Second Paper) | ||
20-08-2025 | Wednesday | FN | 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM | Environmental Studies 1 |
AN | 1:30 PM – 3:45 PM | Arabic / Sanskrit | ||
21-08-2025 | Thursday | FN | 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM | Environmental Studies 2 |
AN | 1:30 PM – 3:45 PM | Mathematics | ||
22-08-2025 | Friday | FN | 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM | Environmental Studies 1 |
AN | 2:00 PM – 4:15 PM | Hindi / Malayalam / Tamil / Kannada | ||
25-08-2025 | Monday | FN | 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM | Environmental Studies 2 |
AN | 1:30 PM – 3:45 PM | Mathematics | ||
26-08-2025 | Tuesday | FN | 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM | Arabic / Sanskrit |
AN | 1:30 PM – 3:45 PM | Malayalam / Tamil / Kannada |
📌 When will the Kerala Onam exams 2025 begin?
The First Terminal (Onam) Exams for the academic year 2025–26 in Kerala will begin on August 18, 2025.
📌 Which classes are covered in the Onam exam timetable?
The timetable includes all students from Class 1 to Class 12, including SSLC (Class 10) and Plus Two (Class 12) under both SCERT and DHSE boards.
📌 Is there a different timetable for Plus Two students?
Yes, Plus Two (Class 12) students under the DHSE board follow a separate timetable. Most of their exams are scheduled in the afternoon session, with a few exceptions like English and Physics.
📌 Are afternoon exams on Fridays held at a different time?
Yes, Friday afternoon (AN) exams start at 2:00 PM instead of 1:30 PM to accommodate Jumu'ah (Friday prayer).
📌 Where can I get the official Onam exam timetable?
You can download the official timetable from:
Here are some expert tips to help students perform their best:
The Kerala First Terminal (Onam) Exams 2025–26 mark an important academic milestone for students across the state. With the detailed exam schedule now available, students and parents can begin their preparations well in advance. Whether you're in Class 1 or Class 12, planning, practice, and positivity will ensure your best performance.
📅 Create a revision plan based on the timetable
🛌 Sleep early before exam days
🍽️ Eat nutritious meals for energy
📚 Practice previous year question papers
🕓 Reach exam centre at least 30 minutes early
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