HYDERABAD: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will conduct 10th and 12th board practical exams and Internal Assessment (IA) from January 1, 2025. The theory examinations will commence on February 15, 2025.
These dates are mentioned in the latest circular by the CBSE. The body has also published subject-wise marks allocation of board exam papers. The CBSE circular on board exam marks is available at cbse.gov.in.
To view the circular, click here.
In its previous circular, the CBSE said although the examination bylaws state practical exams are scheduled to begin from January 1, the winter-bound schools are bound to stay closed during that month.
The theory exam date sheet is still awaited. Going by the trends, the CBSE is likely to announce the theory paper date sheets in December.
Around 44 lakh candidates will appear for 10th and 12th board exams in 8,000 schools in India and abroad. The board has made it mandatory for students to maintain at least 75% attendance to sit for the board exams.
75% attendance mandatory
“The board offers 25% relaxation only in cases of exigencies like participation in national or international sports events, medical emergencies and other serious reasons, provided the relevant documents are submitted,” the CBSE said.
Sample papers related to the board examination for both classes, 10 and 12 have been released on the CBSE website.
Students can practice the sample papers uploaded to cbseacademic.nic.in.