The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) recently announced the subject-wise marks Marks Distribution for the upcoming Class 10 and Class 12 Board Examinations in 2026. The complete notification is now available for download on the CBSE’s official website, cbse.gov.in.
The CBSE officially announced that practical examinations, project assessments, and internal evaluations for Classes 10 and 12 would be held from January 1 to February 14, 2026.
CBSE Board Exam 2026 Class 10 and 12 Subject-Wise Marks Distribution
| Key Highlight | Details |
| Two Exam Opportunities | (Class 10) Students can take board examinations twice a year and keep the highest score. |
| Total Marks Per Subject | Each subject carries 100 marks, divided into theory, practical/project/internal. |
| Emphasis on Competency-Based Questions | Higher weightage for application and conceptual understanding, less for rote learning. |
| Internal Assessment | 20% for most subjects, including assignments, projects, and periodic tests. |
| Practical Exams | Science subjects (Class 12): 30 marks reserved for practical’s. |
| Passing Criteria | 33% in each subject as well as aggregate marks. |
| Grading Scheme | 9-point grading scale based on learning outcomes, not rank. |
| Online Mark Submission | Schools must report practical and internal marks on the CBSE platform. |
| CBSE Official Date Sheet | Final date sheet released; exams from February 17, 2026 onwards |
CBSE Class 10 Subject-Wise Marks Distribution 2026
Understanding the marks distribution for Class 10 is crucial for targeted preparation. Each subject is allotted a maximum of 100 marks, with a breakdown as shown below:
| Subject | Theory Marks | Internal Assessment/Practical/Project | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 80 | 20 (Internal Assessment) | 100 |
| Hindi | 80 | 20 (Internal Assessment) | 100 |
| Mathematics | 80 | 20 (Internal Assessment) | 100 |
| Science | 80 | 20 (Practical/Internal Assessment) | 100 |
| Social Science | 80 | 20 (Project/Internal Assessment) | 100 |
CBSE Class 12 Subject-Wise Marks Distribution 2026
Similar to Class 10, Class 12 subjects are designed with a 100-mark scheme, split appropriately between theory, practical, projects, and internal assessments:
| Subject | Theory Marks | Practical/Project/Internal Assessment | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Core | 80 | 20 (Internal Assessment) | 100 |
| Mathematics | 80 | 20 (Internal Assessment) | 100 |
| Physics | 70 | 30 (Practical) | 100 |
| Chemistry | 70 | 30 (Practical) | 100 |
| Biology | 70 | 30 (Practical) | 100 |
| Accountancy | 80 | 20 (Project) | 100 |
| Economics | 80 | 20 (Project/Internal Assessment) | 100 |
| Business Studies | 80 | 20 (Project) | 100 |
CBSE 2026 Practical & Internal Assessment Schedule
The board has also published the test window for practicals, projects, and internal evaluations in both courses.
Schedule: The evaluations will be conducted from January 1, 2026, to February 14, 2026.
CBSE Class 10 marks distribution
CBSE Class 12 marks distribution