The Times of India

UPMSP issues strict guidelines for UP Board exams 2026: Currency in answer sheets to invite unfair means action

The Board of Secondary Education, Uttar Pradesh has issued strict guidelines for the 2026 UP Board examinations to ensure transparency and discipline during answer sheet submission and evaluation. Students have been warned against inserting currency or unauthorised material in answer books, which will be treated as unfair means under the Examination Act, 2024. The exams will be conducted from February 18, 2026 to March 12, 2026 in offline mode across the state.