Registration and Fees
CBSE Class 12 Exam Fee 2027
Status (as of 17 October 2026): The fees below are as reported from CBSE’s LOC circular for 2026-27. Schools collect and pay the fee for regular students.
CBSE Class 12 Exam Fee 2026-27 (As Reported)
Item | India | Nepal | Other countries |
|---|---|---|---|
Exam fee for 5 subjects | ₹1,600 | ₹5,500 | ₹11,000 |
Each additional subject | ₹320 | ₹1,100 | ₹2,200 |
Practical fee (per subject) | ₹160 | ₹175 | ₹375 |
Late Fee and Exemptions (As Reported)
Late fee: ₹2,000 per candidate for LOC submitted after the regular last date.
Visually impaired candidates are exempt from the exam fee.
Private Candidates
Private candidates pay per subject online — reported as ₹320 per subject in India, with a ₹2,000 late fee.
Key Takeaways
Exam fee in India: ₹1,600 for 5 subjects (reported).
Practical fee: ₹160 per subject (reported).
Late fee: ₹2,000 per candidate (reported).
Pro Tip: Confirm the exact amount with your school — some schools collect it along with other annual charges.
Source: CBSE LOC circular 2026-27 as reported by Careers360 (secondary); the official circular is a scanned PDF on cbse.gov.in
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CBSE Class 12 exam fee for 2027?
As reported, ₹1,600 for five subjects in India, plus ₹320 for each additional subject and ₹160 per practical subject.
Is there a late fee for CBSE registration?
Yes, a late fee of ₹2,000 per candidate is reported for late LOC submission.
Are any students exempt from CBSE fees?
Visually impaired candidates are reported to be exempt from the exam fee.