CBSE Board Exams 2025: Class 10th, 12th practical & theory exam date, and important guidelines released

CBSE Board Exams 2025: Practical and Theory Exams to Begin from January and February

CBSE 10th, 12th Board Exams 2025: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially announced the dates for the upcoming Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations for 2025. According to the CBSE Board Exam 2024 notification released on October 23, 2024, the CBSE Board Practical Exams and Internal Assessments 2025 for both Class 10 and Class 12 are set to commence from January 1, 2025, while the CBSE Board Theory Exams will begin on February 15, 2025.

In addition to the exam schedule, CBSE has shared essential guidelines to ensure a smooth examination process for students and schools alike. Here are the key takeaways:

Practical/Project/Internal Assessment Marks Submission: Schools are advised to be cautious while uploading marks for practicals, projects, and internal assessments. Any mistakes in the submission process could cause difficulties, as the board has made it clear that marks once uploaded cannot be altered.

Subject Details for Classes X and XII: A detailed list of subjects for both classes, including the following crucial information, has been provided to schools:

Subject Code and Name: Details of each subject.

Maximum Marks: Total marks allocated for theory, practical, project, and internal assessment components, with a maximum of 100 marks per subject.

External Examiner: Whether an external examiner will be appointed for practical or project assessments.

Practical Answer Books: Information on whether the board will supply answer books for practical exams.

Theory Exam Answer Book Type: Specifications on the answer books to be used in the theory exams.

These guidelines are intended to assist schools in avoiding errors that could lead to complications for students during the examination process.

CBSE advises all schools to ensure that the correct marks are uploaded promptly, emphasizing that no changes will be allowed after the marks have been submitted. With the exam dates approaching, students should begin preparing diligently, and schools should align their schedules to meet the board’s expectations.