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CBSE 10th New Exam Pattern 2024- Marking Scheme, Subject-Wise Exam Pattern

CBSE 10th New Exam Pattern 2024- Marking Scheme, Subject-Wise Exam Pattern

Edited By Shamshad Ali | Updated on Jun 20, 2024 04:50 PM IST | #CBSE Class 10th
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The Central Board of Secondary Education determine the CBSE board exam pattern and marking scheme of class 10 for all the subjects. Students can access the CBSE 10th exam pattern 2024 on the official website, cbseacademic.nic.in. The CBSE 10th examination commenced on February 15, 2024, and concluded on March 13, 2024.

Each subject as per the CBSE 10th exam pattern 2024 will carry 80 marks, with internal assessments accounting for the remaining 20 marks. Read the entire article to get more information on CBSE new exam pattern for class 10 2024 and the marking scheme for class 10 CBSE.

CBSE Class 10 Exam Pattern- Highlights

The CBSE exam pattern for class 10 2024 includes the marking system, exam duration, score distribution for every topic, and other essential details.

Name of the Exam

CBSE Class 10 or Secondary Examination

The Conducting Body

Central Board of Secondary Examination (CBSE)

Examination Mode

Offline

Frequency

Once a year

Maximum marks

100

Total Time

3 Hours


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CBSE 10th Exam Pattern for Maths 2024

CBSE Class 10 Maths exam will be of 100 marks. The theory exam will carry 80 marks, while the internal evaluation will be of 20 marks. The theoretical paper test will last three hours.

Units

Unit Name

Marks

1

Number System

06

2

Algebra

20

3

Geometry

15

4

Coordinate Geometry

06

5

Trigonometry

12

6

Mensuration

10

7

Statistics & Probability

11

Total


80

CBSE 10th Math Exam Pattern – Internal Assessment

Internal Assessment

Marks

Total Marks

Pen Paper Test and Multiple Assessment (5+5)

10

20 marks

Lab Practical (Lab activities to be done from the prescribed books)

5

Portfolio

5


CBSE 10th Exam Pattern for Science in 2024

The CBSE Class 10 Science syllabus is given in the table below. The theory paper will be of 80 marks, while internal evaluation will be of 20 marks. The full CBSE test pattern 2024 class 10 Science can be found in the table below.

Unit No.

Unit Name

Marks

1

Chemical Substances-Nature and Behaviour

25

2

World of Living

25

3

Natural Phenomena

12

4

Effects of Current

13

5

Natural Resources

05

Total


80

Internal assessment

-

20

Grand Total


100

CBSE 10th Exam Pattern for Social Science in 2024

The Social Science question paper will carry questions based on theory and map skills. Check the CBSE Class 10 exam pattern 2024 for Social Science here.

Subject

Syllabus

Marks

Percentage

History

The Rise of Nationalism in Europe.

Nationalism in India:

The Making of a Global World Sub topics1 to 1.3

Print Culture and the Modern

World Map pointing

18+2

25%

Political Science

Power - sharing

Federalism

Gender, Religion and Caste

Political Parties Outcomes of

Democracy

20

25%

Geography

Resources and Development

Forest and Wildlife Resources

Water Resources

Agriculture

Mineral& Energy resources

Manufacturing industries.

Lifelines of National Economy(map

pointing)

Map pointing

17+3

25%

Economics

Development

Sectors of the Indian Economy

Money and Credit

Globalization and The Indian Economy

Sub topics:

What is Globalization?

Factors that have enabled Globalisation

20

25%

Total

37

80


CBSE 10th Exam Pattern for Social Science- Internal Assessment

Type of Assessment

Description

Marks

Periodic Assessment

Pen Paper Test.

5

Multiple Assessment

Quiz, debate, role play, viva, group discussion, visual expression, interactive bulletin boards, gallery walks, exit cards, concept maps, peer assessment, Selfassessment etc. through Inter disciplinary project

5

Subject Enrichment Activity

Project Work on Consumer Rights OR Social Issues OR Sustainable Development

5

Portfolio

Classwork, Work done (activities/ assignments) reflections, narrations, journals, etc. Achievements of the student in the subject throughout the year Participation of the student in different activities like heritage India quiz

5

CBSE 10th Exam Pattern 2024 for English (Language and Literature)

The English exam is divided into three sections: A, B, and C. The CBSE Class 10 English test pattern is shown in the table below.

Section

Topics

Weightage

1

Reading Skills

20

2

Writing Skills with Grammar

20

3

English Literature (Ques from textbooks)

40

Total

80

Internal Assessment (Based on Assignments & Projects)

20

Total

100

CBSE Class 10 Grading System 2024

Students are graded on a 9-point scale in the CBSE class 10th test. Grades are assigned based on both formative and summative evaluation and correspond to a variety of points. The following is a nine-point scoring table:

Marks

Grades

Points for Grades

91-100

A1

10

81-90

A2

9

71-80

B1

8

61-70

B2

7

51-60

C1

6

41-50

C2

5

31-40

D

4

21-30

E1

-

0-20

E2

-

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Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)

1. What are the total marks in CBSE 10th 2024?

The theory papers will carry 80 marks, and the internal evaluation will be of 20 marks.

2. Are NCERT books enough to prepare for the CBSE Class 10 exams 2024?

Yes, NCERT books are enough for the preparation of CBSE 10th board exams.

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Hello Aspirant,  Hope your doing great,  your question was incomplete and regarding  what exam your asking.

Yes, scoring above 80% in ICSE Class 10 exams typically meets the requirements to get into the Commerce stream in Class 11th under the CBSE board . Admission criteria can vary between schools, so it is advisable to check the specific requirements of the intended CBSE school. Generally, a good academic record with a score above 80% in ICSE 10th result is considered strong for such transitions.

hello Zaid,

Yes, you can apply for 12th grade as a private candidate .You will need to follow the registration process and fulfill the eligibility criteria set by CBSE for private candidates.If you haven't given the 11th grade exam ,you would be able to appear for the 12th exam directly without having passed 11th grade. you will need to give certain tests in the school you are getting addmission to prove your eligibilty.

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According to cbse norms candidates who have completed class 10th, class 11th, have a gap year or have failed class 12th can appear for admission in 12th class.for admission in cbse board you need to clear your 11th class first and you must have studied from CBSE board or any other recognized and equivalent board/school.

You are not eligible for cbse board but you can still do 12th from nios which allow candidates to take admission in 12th class as a private student without completing 11th.

Yes, you can definitely apply for diploma courses after passing 10th CBSE. In fact, there are many diploma programs designed specifically for students who have completed their 10th grade.

Generally, passing 10th CBSE with a minimum percentage (often 50%) is the basic eligibility for diploma courses. Some institutes might have specific subject requirements depending on the diploma specialization.

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