CBSE Board Exam 2025 – How Many Marks Do You Need to Pass?
CBSE Board Exam 2025: Hey everyone! The countdown to the CBSE Board Exam 2025 has already begun, and with just a few days left for the exams to start, it’s time to focus on those final revisions. But wait! One of the most crucial questions every student has is, “How many marks do I need to pass the CBSE exams?”
Today, we’re going to answer that very question and help you understand what the minimum passing marks are, so you can avoid any last-minute confusion. Let’s get into it!
The CBSE exams for both 10th and 12th grades are starting on 15th February 2025, and with only a few weeks left, it’s time to make your final preparations count! One important thing you need to know before you head into your exam is how the minimum passing marks work.
Let’s break it down:
For Class 10th, the passing criteria are as follows:
- You need to score a minimum of 35% marks in each subject, including both theory and practical exams.
This means that if you’re attempting subjects like Mathematics, Science, or any language paper, you must ensure you score at least 35% in each.
For Class 12th, the passing criteria are slightly different. Students need to score a minimum of 33% marks in each subject. So, for the Class 12th students, it’s essential that you aim for this 33% to ensure you pass all your subjects.
But keep in mind, the 33% applies separately to the theory and practical exams.
In some subjects, like Physics, Chemistry, Biology, or Computer Science, you’ll be required to give practical exams in addition to the written ones. The marks from both theory and practical exams will be combined, so you need to ensure that you meet the minimum marks in both.
who writes the passing marks on the whiteboard
Now, let’s talk about the grading system and how your performance in the exam will be reflected in the final results.
CBSE grading system with letters and percentage ranges
CBSE follows a grading system instead of assigning raw marks. So, even if you score a specific percentage, you’ll be given a grade. Here’s how it works:
- A1 Grade: 91% to 100% – Excellent performance.
- A2 Grade: 81% to 90% – Great performance.
- B1 Grade: 71% to 80% – Good performance.
- B2 Grade: 61% to 70% – Above average.
- C1 Grade: 51% to 60% – Average performance.
- C2 Grade: 41% to 50% – Below average.
- D Grade: 33% to 40% – Just passing.
But what about if you score less than 33%?
Now, here’s where things get a little more serious. If you score below 33% in any subject, you will be awarded the E1 grade for 21% to 32% marks, and E2 for anything below 20%. Unfortunately, both of these grades mean you have failed the exam.
But don’t panic just yet! Even if you fall into the E1 or E2 grade category, there’s still hope. CBSE sometimes grants grace marks to students who are just a couple of marks short of the minimum passing score.
“Grace Marks” on the whiteboard.
If you fall short of the passing marks by just 1 or 2 marks, there’s a chance that your teacher or the CBSE board may award you grace marks. This is usually done on a case-by-case basis and depends on the decision of the teachers who check your paper. But remember, it’s not guaranteed!
So, in a nutshell:
- For Class 10th, you need at least 35% in each subject, including theory and practicals.
- For Class 12th, you need at least 33% in each subject.
And if you score less than the passing mark, you may be awarded grace marks, but it’s not something to rely on. It’s always better to aim higher than just the minimum passing marks.
As we get closer to the exam day, the most important thing now is your final revision. Focus on the subjects you find most challenging, practice past papers, and stay calm. With the right preparation, you’ll be able to meet these minimum requirements and score even higher!
That’s all for today’s video on the CBSE Board Exam 2025 passing criteria. Make sure you revise hard, stay confident, and give your best shot. Don’t forget to subscribe to the channel for more tips, tricks, and updates on the exams.
Good luck, and you’ve got this!