The Directorate of Higher Secondary Education, Kerala has announced the schedule for the Plus Two SAY and Improvement Examination 2026. As per the latest update, the DHSE Kerala Plus Two SAY exams will be conducted from 29 June 2026 to 03 July 2026. The exams are meant for eligible students of the Higher Secondary March 2026 examination who need another chance to qualify or improve their score.
SAY stands for Save A Year. It helps students who appeared in the Second Year Higher Secondary Examination and could not become eligible for higher studies in one or more subjects. The Improvement exam is for regular second-year students who have already qualified but want to improve their score in one subject as per the rules.
Students should not depend on unofficial copies of forms or forwarded messages. Application submission, fee payment and related formalities are handled through schools or examination centres, and detailed instructions should be checked from the DHSE Kerala and General Education Department portals.
Quick Facts
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Kerala Plus Two SAY / Improvement Examination 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Directorate of Higher Secondary Education, Kerala |
| Class | Plus Two / Class 12 |
| Exam Type | Supplementary and Improvement Examination |
| SAY Full Form | Save A Year |
| Exam Dates | 29 June 2026 to 03 July 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline pen-and-paper mode |
| Application Mode | Through respective schools or examination centres |
| Kerala Plus Two Result 2026 | Declared on 26 May 2026 |
| Official Websites | education.kerala.gov.in, dhsekerala.gov.in, results.hse.kerala.gov.in |
Kerala Plus Two SAY Exam Date 2026
The Kerala Plus Two SAY and Improvement Examination 2026 is scheduled from 29 June 2026 to 03 July 2026. The examination will be conducted for eligible Higher Secondary second-year students under DHSE Kerala.
Candidates should check the detailed subject-wise timetable from the official DHSE Kerala or General Education Department portal once it is available. The general date range confirms the examination window, while the exact subject, session and centre details should be verified from the official timetable and school instructions.
DHSE Kerala SAY and Improvement Exam 2026 Schedule
| Event | Date or Status |
|---|---|
| Kerala Plus Two result 2026 | 26 May 2026 |
| SAY / Improvement exam dates | 29 June 2026 to 03 July 2026 |
| Detailed subject-wise timetable | To be checked from official DHSE Kerala updates |
| Application submission | Through respective schools or examination centres |
| Exam mode | Offline pen-and-paper mode |
| Result after SAY / Improvement exam | To be announced later by DHSE Kerala |
Who Can Apply for Kerala Plus Two SAY Exam 2026
The SAY examination is for students who appeared in the Second Year Higher Secondary Examination March 2026 and could not become eligible for higher studies in one or more subjects.
- Students who failed to secure D+ grade or above in one or more subjects can apply for the concerned subjects.
- Students who had CE and PE scores but were absent for Terminal Evaluation in a subject can apply for the TE of that subject, subject to rules.
- Students who had CE and TE scores but were absent for Practical Evaluation may apply for PE only, if they satisfy the separate minimum score condition in the concerned subject.
- Students must have registered for the corresponding Second Year Higher Secondary Examination to register for SAY or Improvement.
Who Can Apply for Kerala Plus Two Improvement Exam 2026
The Improvement examination is different from the SAY examination. It is mainly for regular second-year Higher Secondary students who have already become eligible for higher studies but want to improve their score.
- Regular second-year students who passed the March 2026 examination can apply for improvement in one subject.
- A candidate cannot appear for SAY and Improvement examinations at the same time.
- Improvement is not meant for all subjects together; it is limited as per DHSE rules.
- Students should confirm their eligibility with the school before submitting the form.
How to Apply for Kerala Plus Two SAY Exam 2026
The SAY application process is handled through schools or allotted examination centres. Students should not expect a common online application form for direct public submission unless DHSE Kerala issues a separate instruction.
- Contact the school where the student studied or the examination centre applicable to the candidate category.
- Collect the SAY or Improvement application form as instructed by the school.
- Fill in the subject details carefully based on the marks and eligibility status.
- Submit the completed form with the required fee to the school principal or examination centre authority.
- Keep the fee receipt and application acknowledgement safely for future reference.
Application Through Schools and Exam Centres
For regular school-going students, application submission and fee payment are normally routed through the principal of the school. SCOLE Kerala candidates and compartmental candidates should follow the specific instructions applicable to their category.
| Candidate Type | Where to Submit Application |
|---|---|
| Regular school-going students | Through the principal of the school |
| Regular SCOLE Kerala candidates | Through the principal of the allotted examination centre |
| Compartmental and other candidates | Through the principal of the examination centre where they previously wrote the examination |
Students should confirm the last date, fee amount and required documents directly from their school or centre.
Kerala Plus Two SAY Exam Pattern and Mode
The Kerala Plus Two SAY and Improvement exams are conducted in offline pen-and-paper mode. Students appear only for the eligible subject or subjects, based on their result status and the rules of the SAY or Improvement category.
- The examination follows the Higher Secondary syllabus and scheme applicable to the March 2026 examination.
- Terminal Evaluation papers are conducted for theory subjects as per the timetable.
- Practical Evaluation applies only to subjects where practical assessment is part of the course.
- Students must follow the instructions printed on the hall ticket and given by the school or exam centre.
SAY Exam, Improvement Exam and Revaluation Difference
| Option | Purpose | Who Uses It |
|---|---|---|
| SAY Exam | To secure the required grade in subjects where the student became ineligible for higher studies | Students who did not qualify in one or more subjects |
| Improvement Exam | To improve marks in one subject after already qualifying | Eligible regular second-year students who passed |
| Revaluation / Scrutiny / Photocopy | To review answer script valuation or obtain copy as per rules | Students who want their March 2026 answer scripts checked or copied |
Students should choose the correct option after discussing their result status with the school. Applying under the wrong category can create problems during registration.
Revaluation, Scrutiny and Photocopy Update
After the Plus Two March 2026 result, DHSE Kerala opened the process for revaluation, scrutiny and photocopy of answer scripts. Students should check the latest official instructions for subject-wise eligibility, fee and submission deadline.
- Applications for revaluation, scrutiny and photocopy are handled as per DHSE Kerala rules.
- Subjects assessed under double valuation may have restrictions on revaluation.
- Students should check whether only photocopy is allowed for specific subjects such as Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, as per the applicable notification.
- Revaluation and SAY application are separate processes and should not be confused.
Hall Ticket and Exam Centre Instructions
Students should collect or download their hall ticket as instructed by the school or DHSE Kerala. The hall ticket will contain the exam centre, subject, date, session and candidate details.
- Check name, register number, subject and exam category on the hall ticket.
- Reach the exam centre before the reporting time mentioned in the instructions.
- Carry the hall ticket and any required school-issued identity document.
- Use only permitted writing material and follow exam hall rules strictly.
- Report any correction needed in the hall ticket to the school immediately.
Official Websites to Check Kerala Plus Two SAY Updates
Students should rely on official government portals for the Kerala Plus Two SAY and Improvement Exam 2026 schedule, application instructions, result and related updates.
- education.kerala.gov.in for General Education Department updates.
- dhsekerala.gov.in for Higher Secondary examination notifications.
- results.hse.kerala.gov.in for official HSE result updates.
- keralaresults.nic.in for Kerala examination results.
Official Links
Frequently Asked Questions
The Kerala Plus Two SAY and Improvement Exam 2026 will be conducted from 29 June 2026 to 03 July 2026.
The exam is conducted by the Directorate of Higher Secondary Education, Kerala.
Students who appeared in the Second Year Higher Secondary March 2026 exam and did not secure the required grade in one or more subjects can apply as per DHSE rules.
Yes. Eligible regular second-year students who passed can apply to improve marks in one subject.
No. A candidate cannot appear for SAY and Improvement examinations at the same time.
Students should apply through their respective schools or examination centres as instructed by DHSE Kerala.
The exam will be conducted in offline pen-and-paper mode.
Students can check education.kerala.gov.in, dhsekerala.gov.in, results.hse.kerala.gov.in and keralaresults.nic.in.