The Central Board of Secondary Education has released the marks distribution scheme for Class ten and Class twelve students appearing in the 2026 Board examinations. The notice carries details of theory, practical, project and internal assessment components for all subjects. The board has also issued fresh instructions to schools to ensure error-free conduct of assessments. As per the official update, the practical exams will take place from January one, 2026 to February fourteen, 2026. Internal assessments for Class ten will be conducted by school teachers, while Class twelve students will be assessed by external examiners appointed by the board. The board has highlighted that many schools tend to make mistakes while uploading marks for practicals, projects and internal assessments. The notice urges schools to follow the guidelines strictly to avoid corrections at later stages.
CBSE Marks Distribution 2026: Key Highlights
- Marks distribution issued for all subjects in Class ten and Class twelve
- Practical exams scheduled from January one to February fourteen, 2026
- Class ten internal assessments checked by school teachers
- Class twelve practicals evaluated by external examiners
- Total marks for each subject: One hundred
- Clear breakup shared for theory, practical, project and internal assessment
- Board requests schools to avoid errors during marks uploading
The circular includes detailed information on the maximum marks allotted to each component. It includes the class, subject code, subject name, theory marks, practical marks, project marks and internal assessment marks. The circular also specifies whether a subject requires an external examiner and whether the board will provide a practical answer book.
CBSE Class 10 Marks Distribution 2026
The Class ten assessment pattern continues to follow the existing structure. Most subjects carry eighty marks for theory and twenty marks for internal assessments. Subjects with practical components follow the forty-sixty or fifty-fifty division as notified in the scheme. Schools have been reminded that internal marks must be uploaded carefully within the deadline. The internal assessments for Class ten include periodic tests, multiple assessments, portfolio work and subject enrichment activities. The board expects schools to maintain proper records, as these may be verified anytime during the academic year.
CBSE Class 12 Marks Distribution 2026
For Class twelve, the board has shared the complete list of subjects along with the theory and practical marks. Science, fine arts, music and several vocational subjects carry significant weightage for practicals. External examiners will supervise these practicals to ensure uniformity and transparency. Theory examinations for both classes will follow the board’s standard format. The board has also shared the type of answer book that will be used for each subject in the 2026 examination cycle.
Important Instructions for Schools
CBSE has asked schools to complete the following tasks without delay:
- Conduct practicals and internal assessments within the scheduled period
- Upload marks accurately on the portal
- Follow all assessment guidelines without deviation
- Ensure examiners and teachers understand the marking scheme
- Avoid last-minute requests for corrections
The board has made it clear that no correction will be entertained later if the school fails to follow the instructions. The circular also serves as a reminder that every school must read the full notice before beginning practical and internal assessment work. With the marks distribution now out, schools will be able to plan the upcoming assessment schedule more efficiently. The release also brings clarity for students preparing for the 2026 CBSE Board exams, as the structure of theory and practical components stands clearly defined. Follow KollegeApply for the latest updates on College Admissions, Courses, Exam Dates, Results, Scholarships, Career Guidance, Education News, and Policy Changes — everything needed to stay ahead in the education journey
