The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the date sheet for the 2025 board exams. These exams hold significant importance for Class 10 and Class 12 students, marking a crucial milestone in their academic journey. Here’s a detailed look at the schedule and other important details.
Class 10 CBSE Exam Dates 2025
The CBSE Class 10 exams are scheduled to start on February 15, 2025, and will continue until March 18, 2025. Below is the subject-wise schedule for the major exams:
Key Dates for Class 10
- February 15, 2025 (Saturday): English (Communicative, Language, and Literature)
- February 20, 2025 (Thursday): Science
- February 25, 2025 (Tuesday): Social Science
- February 28, 2025 (Friday): Hindi (Course A & B)
- March 10, 2025 (Monday): Mathematics (Standard and Basic)
- March 18, 2025 (Tuesday): Computer Applications, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence
Class 12 CBSE Exam Dates 2025
The Class 12 exams will also commence on February 15, 2025, but will conclude later on April 4, 2025. Here’s a glimpse of the schedule for significant subjects:
Key Dates for Class 12
- February 15, 2025 (Saturday): Entrepreneurship
- February 21, 2025 (Friday): Physics
- February 22, 2025 (Saturday): Business Studies
- March 8, 2025 (Saturday): Mathematics, Applied Mathematics
- March 11, 2025 (Tuesday): English (Elective and Core)
- March 19, 2025 (Wednesday): Economics
- March 29, 2025 (Saturday): Information Practices, Computer Science, Information Technology
Practical Exam Schedule
Winter-Bound Schools
Practical exams for winter-bound schools are expected to be conducted between November 5 and December 5, 2024.
Regular Schools
For regular academic schools, the practical exams will take place from January 1 to February 14, 2025. Students should stay updated with their respective schools for subject-specific schedules.
Exam Timing and Guidelines
- Reporting Time: Students must arrive by 9:30 AM at their exam centers.
- Answer Sheet Distribution: Answer sheets will be handed out at 10:00 AM.
- Question Paper Reading Time: Students will have 15 minutes (10:15 AM – 10:30 AM) to read the question paper.
- Exam Duration: Exams start at 10:30 AM and typically end at 1:30 PM. Shorter durations apply to some elective exams.
CBSE’s Two-Board Exam Format
CBSE had previously announced a potential two-board exam format for the 2024-25 academic year. However, no official updates have been provided yet regarding its implementation or guidelines. Students are advised to monitor CBSE notifications for further details.
Where to Download the Date Sheet
Students can download the official date sheet in PDF format from the CBSE websites:
Important Preparation Resources
- CBSE Class 10 and 12 Sample Papers with Solutions 2024-25
- CBSE Competency-Based Questions for Maths, Physics, and English
Plan your preparation wisely to excel in these critical exams. Best of luck!
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