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CBSE 10th, 12th Board Exams 2026: Subject-wise theory and practical marks distribution released

The Board has released the mark distribution for the CBSE Class 10 and 12 examinations for the academic year 2025-26. The maximum marks allocated for each subject are 100.

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| Updated on: Nov 19, 2025 | 11:10 AM

New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released an important notice regarding the subject-wise distribution of marks for theory, practical examinations, projects, and internal assessments. It has announced the mark distribution for the upcoming board exams of classes 10 and 12 for the 2025-26 academic year. 

CBSE practical exams 2026

The Board has announced that the CBSE will conduct practical examinations/ project/ internal assessments for classes 10 and 12 from January 1 to February 14, 2026. It has also issued exam day guidelines along with an advisory to schools regarding the conduct of CBSE 10th, 12th practical examinations 2026. 

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CBSE subject-wise marking structure

The CBSE has released the complete marking structure for all subjects in classes 10 and 12. The list includes both practical and theoretical areas. 

  • Class
  • Subject name
  • Maximum marks forTheory Examination
  • Maximum marks for Practical Examination
  • Maximum marks for Project Assessment
  • Maximum marks for Internal Assessment
  • Whether an external examiner will be appointed for the practical/ project assessment
  • Whether a Practical answer book will be provided by the board
  • Type of answer book that will be used in the Theory Examination

The official notice reads, "Maximum marks allotted to each subject is 100 (One Hundred) with marks distribution among theory, practical, project and IA components."

The CBSE has also clarified that the type of answer book used in theory examinations, including the number of pages, will be provided. The intention behind this move is to help schools prepare in advance and keep all the logistical difficulties at bay during the exam period. 

Earlier, the CBSE has released the final date sheet for board exams 2026. The Class 10 exams will be held from February 17 to March 9, 2026. The Class 12 exams will be held between February 17 and April 9, 2026. 

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