CBSE Class 10 to Hold 2 Board Exams from 2026: Know How Final Result Will Be Compiled ?

CBSE Class 10 to Hold 2 Board Exams from 2026: Know How Final Result Will Be Compiled ?

Garima SihagUpdated on 28 Jul 2025, 10:43 AM IST

Starting from 2026, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will introduce a system of two board examinations annually for Class 10 students. These two sessions will be held in February and March, and May. Under this new policy, a student's final CBSE 10th results will be compiled by taking the best score achieved in each subject across both examination attempts.

CBSE Class 10 to Hold 2 Board Exams from 2026: Know How Final Result Will Be Compiled ?
CBSE Class 10 to Hold 2 Board Exams from 2026: Know How Final Result Will Be Compiled ?

How will the CBSE compile the two boards' results?

The board will conduct both exams, and whichever session yields higher marks in a subject will have those marks added to the final marksheet. In the final CBSE mark sheet, the marks obtained in the session where they were higher will be included.

  • Two Sessions: Students have the option to appear for two exam sessions within the same academic year (e.g., February and May)

  • Optional Second Attempt: The first session is generally compulsory, while the second is optional and provides an opportunity for students to improve their scores

  • "Best of Two" Rule: The final CBSE marksheet and passing certificate will reflect the better of the two scores achieved by the student in each subject. This means if a student performs better in a subject in the second attempt, that higher score will be used for the final compilation.

  • Practical/Internal Assessments: These assessments are conducted only once per academic year, and their scores are integrated into the final result compilation.

  • Final Marksheet: The final passing certificate and marksheet are issued after the second examination, adding the best scores from both attempts and the internal assessment marks.

Check CBSE 10th Class exams date sheet here (February & May): Click here

Can different boards results be combined?

No, students cannot combine results across different boards like CBSE, NIOS or CISCE. Each board operates independently, with its own exams, evaluation methods, and certificates.

  • Within one board (like CBSE): Students can take two exam sessions and use the best marks per subject in the final result.

  • Between different boards (CBSE vs NIOS): Students cannot combine marks; each board’s results remain separate and independent.

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Questions related to CBSE Class 10th

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Have a question related to CBSE Class 10th ?

Hello,

Yes, you can give the CBSE board exam in 2027.

If your date of birth is 25.05.2013, then in 2027 you will be around 14 years old, which is the right age for Class 10 as per CBSE rules. So, there is no problem.

Hope it helps !

Hello! If you selected “None” while creating your APAAR ID and forgot to mention CBSE as your institution, it may cause issues later when linking your academic records or applying for exams and scholarships that require school details. It’s important that your APAAR ID correctly reflects your institution to avoid verification problems. You should log in to the portal and update your profile to select CBSE as your school. If the system doesn’t allow editing, contact your school’s administration or the APAAR support team immediately so they can correct it for you.

Hello Aspirant,

Here's how you can find it:

  • School ID Card: Your registration number is often printed on your school ID card.

  • Admit Card (Hall Ticket): If you've received your board exam admit card, the registration number will be prominently displayed on it. This is the most reliable place to find it for board exams.

  • School Records/Office: The easiest and most reliable way is to contact your school office or your class teacher. They have access to all your official records and can provide you with your registration number.

  • Previous Mark Sheets/Certificates: If you have any previous official documents from your school or board (like a Class 9 report card that might have a student ID or registration number that carries over), you can check those.

Your school is the best place to get this information.

Hello,

It appears you are asking if you can fill out a form after passing your 10th grade examination in the 2024-2025 academic session.

The answer depends on what form you are referring to. Some forms might be for courses or examinations where passing 10th grade is a prerequisite or an eligibility criteria, such as applying for further education or specific entrance exams. Other forms might be related to other purposes, like applying for a job, which may also have age and educational requirements.

For example, if you are looking to apply for JEE Main 2025 (a competitive exam in India), having passed class 12 or appearing for it in 2025 are mentioned as eligibility criteria.

Let me know if you need imformation about any exam eligibility criteria.

good wishes for your future!!

Hello Aspirant,

"Real papers" for CBSE board exams are the previous year's question papers . You can find these, along with sample papers and their marking schemes , on the official CBSE Academic website (cbseacademic.nic.in).

For notes , refer to NCERT textbooks as they are the primary source for CBSE exams. Many educational websites also provide chapter-wise revision notes and study material that align with the NCERT syllabus. Focus on practicing previous papers and understanding concepts thoroughly.