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    BSEB Passing Marks 2026 for Class 10 and 12: Know Minimum Marks Required in Bihar Board
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    BSEB Passing Marks 2026 for Class 10 and 12: Know Minimum Marks Required in Bihar Board

    Manasvini GuptaUpdated on 29 Mar 2026, 11:25 AM IST

    The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has determined the passing marks required for both the BSEB Class 10 and Class 12 board exams 2026. To pass the BSEB 10th exams, students must achieve a minimum of 30% marks for each subject. To pass Class 12 BSEB exams, students need to achieve 30% in subjects without a practical component, whereas 33% marks are required in subjects having a practical component. These criteria apply uniformly across streams, including Science, Arts, and Commerce. The BSEB 10th exams were held from February 17 to February 25, 2026, while the BSEB 12th exams were held from February 2 to February 13, 2026. In this article, we have provided detailed information about subject-wise passing marks, total marks, and what happens if a student fails to achieve the required marks.

    This Story also Contains

    1. Subject-wise Passing Marks for BSEB Class 10 and Class 12
    2. Total Marks and Minimum Aggregate Passing Marks for BSEB
    3. What Happens If Passing Marks Are Not Achieved?
    4. How to Prepare for BSEB Board Exams 2026?
    BSEB Passing Marks 2026 for Class 10 and 12: Know Minimum Marks Required in Bihar Board
    BSEB Passing Marks 2026 for Class 10 and 12: Know Minimum Marks Required in Bihar Board

    Subject-wise Passing Marks for BSEB Class 10 and Class 12

    Students must study sincerely to achieve at least passing marks in the final BSEB board examination 2026. In the following tables, they can find Bihar board passing marks for Classes 10th and 12th for all the main subjects.

    Bihar Board Class 10 Passing Marks for All Subjects

    Subject

    Total Marks

    Overall Passing Marks

    Mathematics

    100

    30

    Science

    100

    30

    Social Science

    100

    30

    Hindi

    100

    30

    English

    100

    30

    Sanskrit

    100

    30

    Bihar Board Class 12 Passing Marks for All Subjects

    Subject

    Theory Passing Marks

    Practical Passing Marks

    Overall Passing Marks

    English

    30

    N/A

    30/100

    Mathematics

    30

    N/A

    30/100

    Physics

    21 (out of 70)

    12 (out of 30)

    33/100

    Chemistry

    21 (out of 70)

    12 (out of 30)

    33/100

    Biology

    21 (out of 70)

    12 (out of 30)

    33/100

    Accountancy

    30

    N/A

    30/100

    Business Studies

    30

    N/A

    30/100

    History

    30

    N/A

    30/100

    Geography

    30

    N/A

    30/100

    Total Marks and Minimum Aggregate Passing Marks for BSEB

    To pass the BSEB Class 10 board exams, students must achieve:

    • At least 30% in the theory section of each subject.

    • At least 30% in the practical section of applicable subjects.

    • A minimum overall aggregate of 30% across all subjects.

    To pass the BSEB Class 12 board exams, students must achieve:

    • At least 30% in the theory section of each subject (without a practical component).

    • At least 33% in the theory and practical sections combined of applicable subjects.

    • A minimum overall aggregate needs to be achieved across all subjects.

    What Happens If Passing Marks Are Not Achieved?

    If a student fails to achieve the minimum passing marks in the Bihar board exam for any subject, the following options are available:

    • BSEB Compartment Exams: Students can appear for compartmental exams conducted by BSEB to improve their scores.

    • Grace Marks: In some cases, BSEB may award grace marks to students who are marginally short of the passing criteria.

    • Re-evaluation or Re-checking: Students can apply for a BSEB re-evaluation or re-checking of their answer sheets to ensure there are no errors in marking.

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    How to Prepare for BSEB Board Exams 2026?

    Preparing for the BSEB Class 10 and Class 12 board exams requires a well-organised approach. Some effective steps to ensure one is fully prepared are as follows:

    • Start by thoroughly understanding the updated BSEB 10th syllabus or BSEB 12th syllabus for each subject.

    • Solve previous years' question papers BSEB 10th model papers, and BSEB 12th model papers to get familiar with the exam pattern.

    • Identify subjects or topics where you face difficulties and focus extra attention on improving them.

    • Set aside time for regular revisions, focusing on main concepts and important formulas.

    • Keep track of official notifications from BSEB regarding the exam schedule, syllabus changes, or other updates. Students may regularly visit the official website: biharboardonline.com to get regular updates.

    • Practice stress-management techniques like meditation or light exercise to stay focused throughout the preparation journey.

    Also, Check: Bihar Board Exam Dates 2026

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: What are the passing marks for the BSEB Class 10 Science subject?
    A:

    For Science, students must score 30% in theory and practicals combined. The passing mark stands at 30 out of 100.

    Q: Are grace marks awarded in the BSEB Board exams?
    A:

    Yes, BSEB may award grace marks to students who are close to the passing criteria.

    Q: Can I apply for re-evaluation if I fail?
    A:

     Yes, students can apply for re-evaluation or re-checking of their answer sheets if they suspect errors in marking.

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