CBSE Passing Marks for Class 10 and 12: A Comprehensive Guide to Exam Rules and Regulations

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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has established specific criteria for students to pass their board examinations and advance to the next level. Find out the complete details and understand what it takes to clear Class 10 and 12 board exams.
With the exam session in full swing, students are eager to know the minimum scores required to pass the CBSE examination. It’s essential to note that the board has distinct guidelines for passing marks in theory and practical exams, both out of 100. While the practical exams have concluded and marks have been submitted to the CBSE Portal, the theory exams for Class 10 and Class 12 are scheduled to commence on February 15, 2025.
CBBI Examination Guidelines: Essential Rules to Know:
To ensure a smooth and successful examination process, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has outlined key guidelines for students and teachers. Here are the essential rules to familiarize yourself with:
– Examination Structure: CBBI conducts external examinations at the end of Class 10 and Class 12, based on the prescribed syllabi.
– Assessment Format: Examinations comprise both theory and practical components, subject-specific. Separate marks are awarded for each component.
– Marking System: Students will receive individual subject-wise marks or grades. Note that total aggregate marks will not be provided.
CBSE 10th and 12th Grading System: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding the CBSE grading system is crucial for students to strategize and achieve their desired scores. The Central Board of Secondary Education employs a dual assessment approach, utilizing both grading and numerical scores for Classes 10 and 12, respectively. Here’s a grading system works:
Marks and Grades:
– Theory and practical exams are evaluated using numerical scores.
– External exams display both marks and grades, while internal assessments show only grades.
Grading Scale:
– External exams: 9-point scale (A1 to E)
– Class 10 internal assessments: 5-point scale (A, B, C, D, E)
Qualifying Marks:
– 33% required in each subject for Class 10 and 12
– For subjects with practicals, students must score 33% separately in theory, practical, and overall total to pass.
Grade Allocation:
– Students are ranked and graded on a scale from A1 to E, with A1 representing the top performers and E indicating failure
– Minor adjustments may be made to avoid ties
– Students with the same marks receive the same grade
– Grading is applied when more than 500 students pass a subject; otherwise, a similar grading pattern is followed as other subjects.
CBSE Class 12 Passing Criteria: Senior School Certificate Examination
To pass the CBSE Class 12 examination, students must meet the following criteria:
Passing Requirements:
– Achieve a minimum of 33% marks in each subject, ensuring a grade higher than E.
– For subjects with practical components, students must secure:
– 33% in the theory exam
– 33% in the practical exam
– 33% overall aggregate
Note:
– CBSE does not award overall aggregate marks or distinctions
Compartment Examination:
– Students who fail in only one subject are eligible to appear for a compartment exam.
CBSE Class 10 Passing Criteria: Secondary School Examination
To pass the CBSE Class 10 examination, students must meet the following requirements:
Passing Requirements:
– Secure a minimum of 33% marks in each subject, ensuring a grade higher than E.
– Internal assessment subjects are evaluated on a five-point grading scale (A to E).
Note:
– No overall division, distinction, or aggregate marks are awarded.
Compartment Examination:
– Students who fail in up to two subjects are eligible to appear for a compartment exam, providing an opportunity to improve their scores.
CBSE Compartment Exams for Class 10 and 12: Key Details
Students who fail to pass one or two subjects in their CBSE Class 10 or 12 exams can attempt the compartment exam. Here are the key details:
– Eligible students can attempt the compartment exam up to three times:
– First attempt: July/August of the same year
– Second attempt: March/April of the next year
– Third attempt: July/August of the next year
– If students are unsuccessful in all three attempts, they will need to reappear for all subjects in the next year’s exam.
Practical Marks in Compartment Exams
– If a student fails the theory exam but passes the practical exam, their practical marks will be carried forward.
– Conversely, if a student fails the practical exam, they will be required to retake both the theory and practical exams.
CBSE Merit Certificates
The Central Board of Secondary Education awards Merit Certificates to the top 0.1% of candidates in each subject, provided they meet the Board’s pass criteria.
CBSE Class 10 and 12 Examination Scheme:
– Most subjects comprise a single 3-hour theory paper worth 100 marks.
– Subjects with practical components have both theory and practical exams, with marks allocated as specified in the syllabus, typically 70 marks for theory and 30 marks for practical.