All Delhi government school annual results are now out. Thousands of students have received compartment status — and the most urgent question right now is: when is the re-exam? Here is everything you need to know.
Why This Matters Right Now
With the Directorate of Education Delhi completing its full results cycle — Class 3, 4 and 5 results declared on March 27, Class 6, 7 and 8 on March 28, and Class 9 and 11 on March 30, 2026 — thousands of students across Delhi government and aided schools have received compartment status in one or more subjects.
The DoE has clarified that if a student’s result shows “Re-exam” or “Compartment”, they will be eligible to appear for supplementary examinations scheduled for late April. Students who pass these compartment exams will be promoted to Class 10 or Class 12 in time for the new session.
Compartment Exam Dates — When Will They Happen?
Schools will also conduct the Class 9 compartment (supplementary) exams in April 2026, with the supplementary results released by the respective schools.
Based on the DoE’s annual academic calendar pattern, here is the expected compartment exam timeline:
| Common Compartment School Examination (CCSE) / RE-EXAM 2025-2026 | |||||
| Class | Timings | ||||
| IX Skill Subjects | 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM | ||||
| V | 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM | ||||
| VIII | 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM | ||||
| IX, XI | 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM | ||||
| Date | Day | V | VIII | IX | XI |
| 10-04-2026 | Friday | − | H. Sc. | IT/B&W | Computer Science |
| 13-04-2026 | Monday | Hindi | English | − | English |
| 15-04-2026 | Wednesday | − | Maths | S. Sc. | Geography |
| 16-04-2026 | Thursday | Maths | − | − | Phy. Edu. |
| 17-04-2026 | Friday | − | S. Sc. | − | Hindi |
| 18-04-2026 | Saturday | EVS | − | Maths | Accts/Chem. |
| 20-04-2026 | Monday | English | N. Sc. | − | Maths |
| 21-04-2026 | Tuesday | − | − | N. Sc. | − |
| 22-04-2026 | Wednesday | − | Hindi | − | Eco. |
| 23-04-2026 | Thursday | − | − | Hindi | History |
| 24-04-2026 | Friday | − | Skt/Pb. | − | − |
| 25-04-2026 | Saturday | − | − | Skt/Pb. | B. St. |
| 27-04-2026 | Monday | − | − | English | Physics/Pol. Sc. |
How to Download DoE Compartment Datesheet 2026 — Step by Step
Once the official datesheet is released, follow these steps to download it:
Step 1 → Visit the official DoE website: edudel.nic.in
Step 2 → On the homepage, look for “What’s New” or “Circulars” section
Step 3 → Look for the circular titled “Compartment Exam Datesheet 2025-26” or “Re-Exam Schedule Class 5/8/9/11”
Step 4 → Click on the PDF link to open the datesheet
Step 5 → Find your class and download the PDF
Step 6 → Note all subject dates carefully and plan your preparation accordingly
Pro Tip: Also check with your school’s front office — schools receive official circular copies directly and your Head of School (HOS) will have all the latest dates.
What is a Compartment Exam? — Explained Simply
Many students and parents are confused about what “compartment” actually means. Here’s a clear breakdown:
Compartment = A Second Chance
Students who do not pass in one or two subjects in the annual exam are given another opportunity through a re-exam or compartment exam.
- Got compartment in 1 subject → Appear for re-exam in that subject
- Got compartment in 2 subjects → Appear for re-exam in both subjects
- Failed in more than 2 subjects → May not be eligible for compartment — check with school
- Absent in exam → Different rules apply — consult school HOS immediately
Important: Compartment is NOT the same as detention. It is a second opportunity to clear the subject and move to the next class.
Who Is Eligible for the Compartment Exam?
| Class | Compartment Eligibility |
| Class 5 | Students who failed in 1–2 subjects in the annual exam |
| Class 8 | Students who failed in 1–2 subjects in the annual exam |
| Class 9 | Students who received compartment status in 1–2 subjects |
| Class 11 | Students who received compartment/re-exam status in 1–2 subjects |
The “15-mark grace policy” allows failing students a total of 15 marks across subjects to reach the 33% passing criteria and gain “Promoted” status.
This means — if you are just slightly below the passing mark, the grace policy may automatically promote you without needing to appear for the compartment exam. Check your scorecard carefully.
Passing Marks for Compartment Exam
The passing criteria for the compartment exam is the same as the annual exam:
| Standard | Minimum Passing Marks |
| Class 5 | 33% in each subject |
| Class 8 | 33% in each subject (theory + internal) |
| Class 9 | 33% in each subject (27/80 in theory + 7/20 in internal) |
| Class 11 | 33% in each subject (theory + practical separately) |
What to Do RIGHT NOW — Preparation Tips
You may have only 3–4 weeks before the compartment exam. Every day counts.
Step 1 — Know Your Weak Subject Download your annual result from edudel.nic.in and check exactly which subject you need to clear and by how many marks.
Step 2 — Get the Syllabus The compartment exam typically covers the full year’s syllabus — not just one term. Download subject-wise syllabus from the DoE or NCERT website.
Step 3 — Focus on High-Weightage Chapters Ask your subject teacher which chapters carry the most marks. Focus your remaining time on these chapters first.
Step 4 — Solve Previous Year Papers Practice last year’s question papers and sample papers available at cbseacademic.nic.in and school resources.
Step 5 — Attend School Support Classes Students who do not clear the Class 9 exams will be given another opportunity through a retest or compartment exam — the exam date and result date are also announced by school authorities. Most Delhi government schools run special revision classes for compartment students in April. Attend every single one.
What Happens If You Don’t Clear the Compartment Exam?
This is the question every parent fears — and here’s the honest answer:
| Class | If You Pass Compartment | If You Fail Compartment |
| Class 5 | Promoted to Class 6 | Detained in Class 5 |
| Class 8 | Promoted to Class 9 | Detained in Class 8 |
| Class 9 | Promoted to Class 10 | Must repeat Class 9 |
| Class 11 | Promoted to Class 12 | Must repeat Class 11 |
For Class 9 and 11 students especially — the stakes are high. Class 10 and 12 are board exam years. Don’t waste this second chance.
Full DoE Delhi Academic Calendar 2026 — Key Dates
| Event | Date |
| Class 3, 4, 5 Annual Result | March 27, 2026 |
| Class 6, 7, 8 Annual Result | March 28, 2026 |
| Class 9 & 11 Annual Result | March 30, 2026 |
| New Session 2026-27 Begins | April 1, 2026 |
| Compartment Datesheet Release | Expected Early April 2026 |
| Compartment Exams | Expected April 2026 |
| Compartment Results | Expected Late April / May 2026 |
| CBSE Class 10 Board Result | Expected April 2026 |
| CBSE Class 12 Board Result | Expected May 2026 |
DoE Compartment Datesheet 2026 — FAQs
Q. Where can I download the compartment exam datesheet?
From the official DoE website at edudel.nic.in under the “What’s New” or “Circulars” section.
Q. How many subjects can I appear in for the compartment exam?
Generally, students can appear for the compartment exam in 1 or 2 subjects. Students who failed in more than 2 subjects may not be eligible — check with your school.
Q. What is the passing mark for the compartment exam?
33% in each subject — same as the annual exam. For Class 9 and 11, theory and internal/practical marks are considered separately.
Q. Will the compartment exam cover the full year syllabus?
Yes — the compartment exam typically covers the complete annual syllabus, not just one term.
Q. What if I don’t appear for the compartment exam? You will be detained and will have to repeat the class in the next academic year.
Q. My result shows “Absent” — am I eligible for compartment?
Contact your school HOS immediately — absent status is treated differently from compartment status.
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