Dhaka, April 6, 2026: The Dhaka Education Board has opened HSC Exam Private Registration 2026 for private candidates. This chance helps students who want to sit for the Higher Secondary Certificate exam without joining regular college classes.
The board issued an urgent notice on April 2, 2026. Private candidates can now register for the HSC Exam 2026. The process is simple and online. It follows clear rules set by the board.
Who Can Apply for HSC Private Registration 2026?
Private candidates must meet strict rules. They need to have passed the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) exam in 2021 or earlier. Students who passed the Bangladesh Open University SSC exam in 2020 or earlier also qualify.
Candidates can only choose Humanities, Business Education, or Islamic Education streams. They cannot take a fourth subject. Subjects with practical exams are not allowed, except for Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
Board employees cannot sit for the exam in their own board. They need special permission to appear from another board. Teachers, police, defence personnel, and physically or visually impaired candidates do not need a selection exam.
This rule makes HSC Private Registration 2026 inclusive. It gives equal chances to working people, parents, and persons with disabilities who could not study in regular colleges.
Important Dates for HSC Exam Private Registration 2026
The board set short but clear deadlines. Here is the timeline:
- Submit application, fees, and documents to the college principal: April 2 to April 5, 2026.
- Complete online registration: April 6 to April 13, 2026.
- Submit the final list and attested SSC mark sheets to the board’s Higher Secondary Examination branch: By April 15, 2026.
Candidates must act fast. The online step starts today, April 6. Late applications will not be accepted.
How to Complete HSC Private Registration 2026
The process is easy and step-by-step. Private candidates must register through one of 16 selected colleges. They cannot choose any college they like.
First, visit the chosen college between April 2 and 5. Submit an application on plain paper. Pay the fee and attach all documents. The principal will check everything.
Next, complete the online registration from April 6 to 13. After that, the college will prepare the list. Candidates or the college must send the completed online list and attested SSC mark sheets to the board by April 15.
The board has listed the 16 colleges clearly. They are:
- Vasantek Government College
- Begum Badrunnesa Government Women’s College
- Government Tolaram College, Narayanganj
- Government Haraganga College, Munshiganj
- Government Devendra College, Manikganj
- Bhawal Badr-e-Alam Government College, Gazipur
- Government College, Narsingdi
- Gurudayal Government College, Kishoreganj
- Kumudini Government College, Tangail
- Nagarpur Government College
- Government Yasin College, Faridpur
- Government College, Shariatpur
- Government College, Madaripur
- Government College, Rajbari
- Government College, Gopalganj
- Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Bangladesh Islamia School and College, Abu Dhabi (for overseas candidates)
Private candidates will take the exam at the centre linked to their chosen college. No centre change is allowed.
Fees and Documents Needed
The registration fee is only 100 Taka per candidate. It is low and affordable for everyone.
Candidates need these documents:
- Application on plain paper
- Original SSC mark sheet (attested by the concerned education board’s Controller of Examinations)
- Fee payment proof
Mark sheets must be arranged in proper order. The board will not accept incomplete files.
Why HSC Private Registration 2026 Matters
Many students miss regular HSC classes due to jobs, family duties, or other reasons. Private registration gives them a second chance to earn the HSC certificate. It follows the 2026 curriculum. Private candidates must obey all exam rules like regular students.
The Dhaka Education Board says this process helps thousands of deserving candidates. It promotes inclusive education across Bangladesh. Students from rural areas, women, and persons with special needs can benefit the most.
Note that this notice is for the Dhaka Education Board. Other boards like Cumilla or Rajshahi may have their own schedules. Candidates under other boards should check their official websites for exact dates and rules.
Next Steps After Registration
Once registered, private candidates will get admit cards later. They must prepare according to the 2026 syllabus. The board has not yet announced the exact exam dates, but reports suggest HSC exams may start in June 2026 with uniform question papers.
Students should stay updated through the official Dhaka Education Board website (dhakaeducationboard.gov.bd). The board may issue more notices if needed.
Advice for Candidates
Start today if you missed the first few days. Visit one of the listed colleges before April 5 to submit papers. Then finish the online part quickly. Keep copies of all documents and payment receipts.
HSC Exam Private Registration 2026 is a golden opportunity. Do not miss the deadlines. With simple steps and low fees, the board has made it easy for everyone.
This news comes directly from the Dhaka Education Board’s official notice and reports published in leading newspapers like Prothom Alo. For full details, visit the board’s website or contact the Higher Secondary Examination branch.
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