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How to Calculate ICSE Class 10 Percentage? – Easy Method Explained
The Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) announced the ICSE results on April 30, 2026, at cisce.org. Students who appeared for the exam must score at least 35% marks in aggregate and all subjects separately to pass the examination. This year, the CISCE board conducted the class 10 exam from February 17 to March 30, 2026.
Students were also able to calculate the expected percentage of CISCE results after the release of the ICSE answer key. Many educational institutions published the answer key right after the completion of the respective examination. Read this complete article to learn how to calculate the ICSE percentage.
Steps to Calculate ICSE Percentage 2026
To calculate the ICSE percentage, students must follow the best of 5 rule. They have to choose the best 5 out of 6 subjects. Below, we have provided a general percentage calculation method students can follow to calculate their ICSE percentage.
First, add all the top 5 scores.
After that, divide the total by 5.
The result will be the ICSE percentage.
For example, if a student scores the given marks in the ICSE exam,
English: 88
Hindi: 95
History: 94
Maths: 91
Economics: 85
Mass communication: 80
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Check NowThey can choose the best of 5, i.e., 88 + 95 + 94 + 91 + 85 and divide it by 5, which is 453/5 = 90.6%.
ICSE Subject Scheme 2026
The board has divided the ICSE Class 10 subjects into 3 groups.
Group I is compulsory, and students will have to attempt all the subjects
Group II subjects are optional, and candidates have the option to choose at least two or three subjects according to their preference.
From Group III subjects, students can select any one or two subjects from either Section A or B.
Refer to the table below for the ICSE subject scheme for 2026.
Group 1 Subjects (Compulsory) | Group 2 Subjects (Any 2 or 3 subjects) | Group 3 Subjects (Any 1 or 2 subjects) | |
Section A | Section B | ||
English | Mathematics | Computer Applications | Assistant Beauty Therapist |
Second Language (1 or 2) | Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) | Economic Applications | Assistant Hair Stylist |
History, Civics, Geography | Economics | Commercial Applications | Basic Data Entry Operator |
Commercial Studies | Art | Dietetic Aide | |
A Modern foreign language | Performing Arts | Cashier | |
A Classical Language | Home Science | Early Years Physical Activity Facilitator | |
Environmental Science | Cookery | Auto Service Technician | |
Fashion Designing | |||
Physical Education | |||
Yoga | |||
Technical Drawing Applications | |||
Environmental Applications | |||
A Modern Foreign Language | |||
Mass Media & Communication | |||
Hospitality Management | |||
Robotics & Artificial Intelligence | |||
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💡 Conversion Formula used is: Percentage = CGPA × 9.5
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the minimum percentage required to pass the CISCE class 10th exam 2026?
A:
To pass the examination, students must score at least 35% marks in aggregate and in each subject separately.
Q: What is the full form of CISCE?
A:
CISCE stands for Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations.
Q: Where can I check the ICSE result 2026?
A:
The board released the ICSE result 2026 online at cisce.org.
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Hello Mayank
You can download ICSE Class 10 Physics Question Paper 2026 with Solutions PDF from link given below:
https://school.careers360.com/boards/cisce/icse-class-10-physics-answer-key-2026
Hi,
You can download the ICSE Class 10 Physics question paper for exam on March 9 by clicking on the link given below.
Yes, students can download the ICSE 10th question paper for English and other subjects from the given link below.
Hi Student
Click on the link below to get the ICSE specimen paper 2026 for the Sanskrit language, along with the other subjects.
Hello! If you’re planning for the ICSE Improvement Exams 2025, practicing with previous year or specimen question papers will be very helpful. These papers can give you a clear understanding of the exam pattern and help you prepare more confidently. Please find the links below.
https://school.careers360.com/boards/cisce/icse-10th-question-papers
https://school.careers360.com/boards/cisce/icse-improvement-exam-2025
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