Exam Rules & Scoring
Understanding How CBSE Works
Best of 5 Rule â Complete Guide
What the rule means, which subjects are included, and how Skill Subject replacement works.
Core Rule
Passing Criteria 2026
The 33% rule, how theory and internal marks combine, compartment triggers, and the English rule.
Core Rule
Grading System Explained
How A1, A2, B1 grades are assigned, the 1/8th positional rule, CGPA calculation, and stream cutoffs.
Core Rule
Internal Assessment 20 Marks
How your school calculates the 20 IA marks â periodic tests, notebooks, and enrichment activities.
Core Rule
English Compulsory Rule
Why English is always fixed in the Best of 5 and what happens if you fail English.
Core Rule
Skill Subject Replacement Rule
How IT and AI can replace Maths or Science in the Best of 5 percentage calculation.
Core Rule
Basic vs Standard Maths
Which Maths paper you chose and what it means for your Class 11 subject options.
Core Rule
After Results
What to Do When Results Come Out
Results Day Guide
Step-by-step checklist for what to do on and after CBSE Class 10 results day.
After Results
Stream Selection Guide
How to choose between Science, Commerce, and Arts based on marks, interests, and career goals.
After Results
Re-Evaluation Process
All three stages â verification, photocopy, re-evaluation â with fees, deadlines, and steps.
After Results
DigiLocker Guide
How to set up DigiLocker, link your roll number, and download your marksheet and certificates.
After Results
Documents & Admission