Examination System
Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE)
- Primary and Middle Levels (Classes I-VIII)
The CCE system assesses students continuously throughout the academic year using formative and summative assessments.
- Formative Assessments (FA): These include quizzes, assignments, projects, oral tests, and class participation. They are conducted periodically to assess students' ongoing progress.
- Summative Assessments (SA): These are end-of-term exams conducted twice a year, covering the entire syllabus taught during the term.
Secondary Level (Classes IX-X)
- Internal Assessments:
- Periodic Tests (PT): These are short tests conducted periodically to assess students' understanding of specific topics.
- Notebook Submission: Evaluation of students' regularity, assignment completion, and classwork.
- Subject Enrichment Activities: Activities such as practicals, projects, and oral presentations designed to enhance understanding of the subjects.
Board Exams:
- Class X Board Exam: Conducted by CBSE at the end of Class X. This is a significant milestone, and the results are critical for higher secondary education admissions.
- Assessment Areas: English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science, and Social Science are assessed through written exams. Internal assessments contribute to the final grades.
Examination Schedules
1. Academic Calendar
The academic year typically starts in April and ends in March.
The examination schedules are planned and announced at the beginning of the academic year.
2. Periodic Tests
Conducted at regular intervals throughout the academic year. Schools typically organize three to four periodic tests.
3. Mid-term Exams
Usually conducted in September, covering the syllabus taught in the first half of the academic year.
4. Annual/Final Exams
Held in February or March, covering the entire syllabus for the year.
5. Class X Board Exams
Conducted by CBSE in March.
Detailed date sheets are released by CBSE a few months before the exams.
Results Management
1. Evaluation and Grading
Formative Assessments: Evaluated by subject teachers based on predefined criteria and rubrics.
Summative Assessments: Answer sheets are evaluated by teachers, and marks are compiled.
Board Exams: Answer sheets are evaluated by CBSE-appointed examiners at designated centers.
2. Result Compilation
Internal Assessments: Results are compiled by the school, considering periodic tests, notebook submission, and subject enrichment activities.
Board Exams: Results are compiled by CBSE, combining written exam scores and internal assessments.
3. Result Declaration
Periodic Tests and Mid-term Exams: Results are declared by the school and communicated to students and parents through report cards and parent-teacher meetings.
Class X Board Exam: CBSE declares results typically in May. Results are available online on the CBSE official website and through SMS services.
4. Grading System
CBSE follows a grading system for Classes IX and X.
A1 (91-100 marks)
A2 (81-90 marks)
B1 (71-80 marks)
B2 (61-70 marks)
C1 (51-60 marks)
C2 (41-50 marks)
D (33-40 marks)
E1 (21-32 marks)
E2 (0-20 marks)
5. Result Analysis and Feedback
Performance Analysis: Schools analyze students' performance to identify areas of improvement and plan remedial measures.
Parent-Teacher Meetings: Regular meetings are conducted to discuss students' progress, strengths, and areas needing attention.
Feedback: Constructive feedback is provided to students to help them improve their academic performance.
Re-evaluation and Rechecking
1. Re-evaluation:
For board exams, students can apply for re-evaluation of specific papers if they believe there has been a discrepancy in marking.
2. Rechecking:
Students can request a recheck of their answer sheets to ensure all answers have been evaluated and marks totaled correctly.
Supplementary Exams
1. Improvement Exams:
Students who wish to improve their scores in board exams can appear for improvement exams in the following year.
2. Compartment Exams:
Conducted for students who fail to clear one or two subjects in the board exams, giving them another chance to pass.
