2026 CBSE Board Exams: Class 10 & 12 Theory and Practical Marks Breakup Now Available Online

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released an important notice outlining the marks distribution scheme for the upcoming Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations. The circular, published on the official website cbse.gov.in, highlights common mistakes schools make while uploading Practical, Project, and Internal Assessment marks to the CBSE portal and provides clear guidelines to prevent such errors.

Key Highlights

• CBSE has shared the complete marks breakup for Class 10 and Class 12 subjects.

• The board has listed the common errors schools commit during online marks submission.

• Practical exams for both classes will be conducted from January 1, 2026 to February 14, 2026.

What the CBSE Notice Says

According to the board, many schools tend to make mistakes while uploading marks related to practicals, projects, and internal assessments. To ensure a smooth and error-free process, CBSE has attached an annexure containing subject-wise details for Classes 10 and 12.

The notice states:

“It has been observed that schools sometimes make mistakes while uploading the marks in respect of Practical/Project/Internal Assessment. To aid and assist the schools in smooth conduct of Practical/Project/Internal Assessment and conduct of Theory Examinations, a list of subjects for Classes X and XII containing the following details is annexed with this circular for information with the thought that schools will read this circular and strictly comply instruction and not make a request later on to correct the mistake committed by them by giving various excuses.”

Information Included in the Annexure

The attached list provides subject-wise details such as:

• Subject Code & Name

• Maximum Theory Marks

• Practical Examination Marks

• Project Assessment Marks

• Internal Assessment (IA) Marks

• Whether an External Examiner will be appointed

• Whether the Practical Answer Book will be issued by CBSE

• The type of answer book to be used for theory exams

This comprehensive breakdown is intended to help schools follow correct procedures and avoid discrepancies during the evaluation process.

CBSE Class 10 & 12 Marks Distribution – Official Circular

Schools have been advised to carefully go through the circular and ensure strict compliance to avoid any need for later corrections, which the board may not entertain.

CBSE Class 10th, 12th marks Distribution Official Notice