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CBSE Board Pattern Changed for Class 10 & 12: Here's What Students Must Know (2025-26)

Change is the only constant in life – and education is no exception. The CBSE has announced major changes to the Class 10 and 12 board exam pattern for 2025, focusing on concept clarity, analytical thinking, and competency-based learning. As a coaching institute, we believe students and parents must understand these updates early to prepare effectively.

🔍 Key Highlights of the CBSE 2025 Pattern Change

1. Focus on Competency-Based Questions

Class 12: 50% of the paper will now be competency-based (up from 40%).
Class 10: Similar change implemented.
These include MCQs, case-based, and source-based integrated questions, aimed to test real-life understanding, practical skills, and application-based learning.

2. Reduced Weightage for Long Answers

Constructed Response Questions (short + long answers) now only form 30% of the paper.
MCQs account for the remaining 20%.

3. Internal Assessments Get a Boost

Internal marks now contribute 40% (was less earlier).
Includes: periodic tests, project work, class presentations, and enrichment activities.

4. Attendance Becomes Mandatory

Minimum 75% attendance required to appear in board exams.
Valid exemptions allowed only for medical emergencies, sports at national/international level, etc.

5. New Twice-a-Year Exam Opportunity (Class 10 Only)

Class 10 board exams will now be held twice a year.
First: Mandatory attempt in Feb-March, Second: Optional improvement exam in April-May.
Best performance will be counted.

6. Reformed Evaluation & Marking System

9-point grading
Transparent revaluation process has been announced.
More emphasis on how answers are written – point-wise, paragraph-wise, or tabular format as per question demand.

📚 Subject-Wise Breakdown

🧪 Science

Now divided into Physics, Chemistry, and Biology sections.
Questions are competency and application-based. Sample papers indicate fewer direct theory questions.

📐 Mathematics

Expect more case-based numericals and real-world application questions.
Time-saving strategies and formula mastery are key.

🗺️ Social Science

Divided by Geography, History, Political Science, and Economics.
Questions aligned section-wise. For example, if development is asked in Geography, it’s not repeated in Economics.

📝 Languages (English & Hindi)

Emphasis on comprehension, grammar, and analytical writing.
Word limit enforcement – students must practice precise, relevant answers.

🎯 Coaching Tip: How to Tackle the New Pattern

Don’t Rely on Rote Learning – Understand and apply.
Solve Sample Papers Regularly – Available on CBSE Academic Website.
Focus on Diagrams, Concepts & Word Limits – Use point format where applicable.
Use Time Management Tools – Learn how to attempt the paper within 3 hours.
Attend All Classes – Attendance now plays a crucial role.

💡 Final Thought from Spring Dales Coaching Institute

“If you aim for the stars, you’ll at least land on the moon.” Let’s aim for 100% – because even if you fall, you’ll land far above average.

This CBSE change is not a challenge – it’s an opportunity to learn better, understand deeper, and succeed smarter. With our expert faculty, board-specific training, and a supportive learning environment, we’re here to ensure you adapt and excel.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the new CBSE exam pattern 2025‑26?

ANS – CBSE has aligned its Class 10 and 12 board exams with NEP 2020, emphasizing competency-based, application‑driven evaluation rather than rote memorization. Exams now test how well students apply concepts in real-world situations.

2. What portion of the exam marks is now allocated to competency-based questions?

ANS – 1. Class 12: The percentage of competency-based questions has increased from 40% to 50%.

2.Class 10: Already at 50%, it remains the same

3. What counts as competency-based questions?

ANS – These are questions that assess real-world application:

MCQs, case-based problems, source-integrated passages
Designed to test analysis, reasoning, and concept clarity—not just memory.

4. What is the new internal assessment weightage?

ANS – CBSE now assigns 40% of the final marks to internal assessment, up from approx. 20% previously.
This includes periodic tests, projects, assignments, presentations, and classroom activities.
The remaining 60% comes from the board exam itself.

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