Which board among Kerala and Karnataka tends to begin its SSLC / 10th exams earlier in the calendar year?

Karnataka usually begins its SSLC or Class 10 examinations slightly earlier than Kerala. In recent years, Karnataka has conducted its exams in mid-March, while Kerala generally begins in the last week of March or early April. The difference is minor but consistent across most sessions. Karnataka also tends to release its timetable earlier, often in September or October, with practicals in February. Kerala’s timetable is typically published later but still follows a March–April schedule, keeping in sync with national academic timelines.