Published on October 5, 2025
Delhi, India
Buckle up, Andhra Pradesh scholars! The Board of Intermediate Education (BIEAP) just hit the fast-forward button on your prep calendar with the official release of the AP Intermediate Exam 2026 timetable. Dropped on October 3, 2025, this tentative blueprint spans theory marathons, hands-on practicals, and even ethics deep-dives, giving Class 11 and 12 students a crystal-clear shot at glory. Whether you’re crunching math proofs or mixing chem reactions, these dates are your launchpad to nailing the Intermediate Public Examinations (IPE) 2026. With exams kicking off in late January for specials and rolling through March, it’s time to sync your study grind – let’s decode this game-changer!
Exam Essentials at a Glance: Why This Datesheet is Your Secret Weapon
Before diving into the day-by-day drama, here’s the quick-fire intel to supercharge your AP Inter 2026 prep – straight from the board’s playbook for seamless success:
- Overall Timeline: Theory exams run February 23 to March 24, 2026, in a crisp morning slot (9 AM–12 PM); practicals hit early (Jan 27–Feb 10); special papers like Ethics (Jan 21) and Environmental Education (Jan 23) set the tone.
- Tentative Vibes: Schedules are subject to tweaks – bookmark bie.ap.gov.in for real-time updates to avoid last-minute scrambles.
- Who’s It For?: Covers 1st year (Class 11) and 2nd year (Class 12) across general, vocational, and bridge courses – backlog warriors get the same slots with extras for pending subjects.
- Admit Card Alert: Hall tickets drop ~2 weeks pre-exams (early Feb 2026) – snag yours via the official portal to dodge entry drama.
- Pro Tip for Peak Performance: Arrive 30 mins early (by 8:30 AM), double-check question paper pages, and channel that pre-exam jitters into laser-focused revisions.
This isn’t just a list – it’s your blueprint for turning “study stress” into “score supremacy” in the competitive world of Andhra Pradesh intermediate exams.
1st Year Theory Schedule: Class 11’s Subject Showdown – Lock In These Dates!
For the fresh faces in 1st year, the theory trailblazers demand disciplined daily drills. All papers clock in at 3 hours (9 AM–12 PM), blending languages, sciences, and social sciences into a balanced battle. Gear up with this day-wise dynamo:
| Date (2026) | Day | Subjects Spotlight |
|---|---|---|
| February 23 | Monday | Second Language Paper I (Telugu, Sanskrit, Urdu, Hindi, Tamil, Oriya, Kannada, Arabic, French, Persian) |
| February 25 | Wednesday | English Paper I |
| February 27 | Friday | History Paper I / Botany Paper I |
| March 2 | Monday | Mathematics Paper IA / Mathematics Paper I (IA/IB) |
| March 5 | Thursday | Biology Paper I (Botany + Zoology) / Mathematics Paper IB / Zoology Paper I / Economics Paper II |
| March 7 | Saturday | Economics Paper I |
| March 10 | Tuesday | Physics Paper I |
| March 12 | Thursday | Commerce Paper I / Sociology Paper I / Fine Arts, Music Paper I |
| March 14 | Saturday | Civics Paper I / Bridge Course Mathematics Paper I (for BiPC students) |
| March 17 | Tuesday | Chemistry Paper I |
| March 20 | Friday | Public Administration Paper I / Logic Paper I |
| March 24 | Tuesday | Modern Language Paper I / Geography Paper I |
Spot the multi-subject mashups? They’re your cue to flex those stream-specific skills – science squad, polish those lab logics; humanities heroes, weave those historical narratives!
2nd Year Theory Schedule: Class 12’s Grand Finale – Elevate Your Game Plan
Stepping up to 2nd year? This phase amps the ante with advanced twists on familiar foes, still in that golden 9 AM–12 PM window. It’s crunch time for college dreams – map it out and conquer:
| Date (2026) | Day | Subjects Spotlight |
|---|---|---|
| February 24 | Tuesday | Second Language Paper II |
| February 26 | Thursday | English Paper II |
| February 28 | Saturday | History Paper II / Botany Paper II |
| March 3 | Tuesday | Mathematics Paper IIA / Civics Paper II A |
| March 6 | Friday | Zoology Paper II / Economics Paper II |
| March 9 | Monday | Mathematics Paper IIB |
| March 11 | Wednesday | Commerce Paper II / Sociology Paper II / Fine Arts, Music Paper II |
| March 13 | Friday | Physics Paper II |
| March 16 | Monday | Bridge Course Mathematics Paper II (for BiPC students) |
| March 18 | Wednesday | Chemistry Paper II |
| March 20 | Friday | Public Administration Paper I / Logic Paper I |
| March 23 | Monday | Public Administration Paper II / Logic Paper II |
Notice the slight shift? 2nd year starts a day later, giving you that extra breather – use it to review 1st year flashbacks and build unbreakable momentum for AP Inter 2026 results.
Practicals, Specials & Backlogs: The Hidden Heroes of Your Exam Saga
Theory’s the star, but don’t sleep on these sidekicks – they pack serious punch points! Here’s the lowdown on hands-on hustles and backlog boosts:
- Practical Exams – General Courses: February 1–10, 2026 (two shifts: 9 AM–12 PM & 2 PM–5 PM) – perfect for bio buffs and physics phenoms to shine in labs.
- Vocational Practicals: January 27–February 10, 2026 (same dual shifts) – trade pros, this is your canvas for NSQF Level-4 demos.
- Ethics & Human Values: January 21, 2026 (10 AM–1 PM) – a reflective reset before the storm.
- Environmental Education: January 23, 2026 (10 AM–1 PM) – eco-insights to green your study vibe.
- Vocational Trade Theory (NSQF Level-4): February 13, 2026 (10 AM–12 PM) – short, sharp, and skill-focused.
- Backlog Perks: Same dates as regulars, but with flex for extras like Sociology or Fine Arts on March 12 – no one gets left behind in this inclusive arena.
These aren’t add-ons; they’re your edge in the holistic AP intermediate scoring system – practice like pros!
