As the CBSE Board Exams 2025 approach, students and parents are gearing up for one of the most critical milestones in a student’s academic journey. To help you navigate this period effectively, we’ve compiled all the key updates, changes, and schedules announced by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). This article covers everything from important dates to examination reforms, offering a one-stop solution for all your queries.
Key Dates for CBSE Board Exams 2025
- Exam Start Date: February 15, 2025
- Class 10 Exam End Date: March 18, 2025
- Class 12 Exam End Date: April 4, 2025
- Practical Exams Start Date: January 1, 2025
- Result Declaration: Expected in July 2025
CBSE Class 12 Board Exam Timetable
Below is a detailed timetable for major Class 12 subjects:
| Day, Date, and Time | Subject Code | Subject Name |
| Saturday, 15th February 2025 | 066 | Entrepreneurship |
| Monday, 17th February 2025 | 048 | Physical Education |
| Tuesday, 18th February 2025 | 035, 036 | Hindustani Music Mel. Ins., Hindustani Music Per Ins. |
| 821, 804 | Multi-Media, Automotive | |
| 813, 847 | Health Care, Electronics & Hardware | |
| 844 | Data Science | |
| Wednesday, 19th February 2025 | 809, 824, 830 | Food Production, Office Procedures & Practices, Design |
| 842 | Early Childhood Care & Education | |
| Thursday, 20th February 2025 | 817 | Typography & Computer Application |
| Friday, 21st February 2025 | 042 | Physics |
| Saturday, 22nd February 2025 | 054, 833 | Business Studies, Business Administration |
[The complete timetable includes a vast range of subjects for all streams: Science, Commerce, and Humanities. Students are advised to visit the official CBSE website http://cbse.gov.in/ for the full schedule.]
CBSE 10th Date Sheet 2025
Below is the complete timetable for the CBSE 10th Board Exams 2025:
| Day, Date, and Time | Subject Code | Subject Name |
| Saturday, 15-Feb-2025 | 101, 184 | English (Communicative), English (Language and Literature) |
| Monday, 17-Feb-2025 | 36, 131, 132, 133, 134, 254, 418 | Hindustani Music (Per Ins), Rai, Gurung, Tamang, Sherpa, Elements of Book Keeping & Accountancy, Physical Activity Trainer |
| Tuesday, 18-Feb-2025 | 403–422 | Vocational subjects (Security, Automotive, Financial Markets, etc.) |
| Thursday, 20-Feb-2025 | 86 | Science |
| Saturday, 22-Feb-2025 | 18, 119, 122 | French, Sanskrit (Communicative), Sanskrit |
| Tuesday, 25-Feb-2025 | 87 | Social Science |
| Thursday, 27-Feb-2025 | 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 308 | Urdu Course-A, Bengali, Tamil, Marathi, Gujarati, Manipuri, Urdu Course-B |
| Friday, 28-Feb-2025 | 2 | Hindi Course-A, Hindi Course-B |
| Saturday, 1-Mar-2025 | — | Painting |
| Monday, 3-Mar-2025 | 413 | Health Care |
| Wednesday, 5-Mar-2025 | 154, 401 | Elements of Business, Retail |
| Thursday, 6-Mar-2025 | 17, 20, 76, 88–99 | Tibetan, German, National Cadet Corps, Bhoti, etc. |
| Monday, 10-Mar-2025 | 41, 241 | Mathematics Standard, Mathematics Basic |
| Wednesday, 12-Mar-2025 | 7, 16, 21, 23–35, 136 | Language and Music subjects |
| Thursday, 13-Mar-2025 | 64 | Home Science |
| Monday, 17-Mar-2025 | 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 91 | Punjabi, Sindhi, Malayalam, Odia, etc. |
| Tuesday, 18-Mar-2025 | 165, 402, 417 | Computer Applications, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence |
Major Updates and Changes for CBSE 2025 Board Exams
1. Reduction in Long and Short Response Questions
CBSE has reduced the number of short-answer and long-answer questions for Class 10 and Class 12. This aims to test conceptual understanding rather than rote memorization.
2. Emphasis on Competency-Based Questions
Competency-based questions will form a significant portion of the question papers. These are designed to assess students’ ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical, real-life scenarios.
3. Enhanced Weightage for Internal Assessments
- Internal assessments will now account for 40% of the total marks.
- This includes projects, assignments, and tests conducted throughout the academic year.
- The final board exam will account for the remaining 60%.
4. Mandatory 75% Attendance Requirement
To be eligible for the board exams, students must maintain at least 75% attendance throughout the academic year.
5. Provisions for Athletes and Olympiad Participants
Students participating in national/international sports or Olympiads will be allowed to take their exams on alternate dates if there is a scheduling conflict.
6. Enhanced Security Measures
CBSE has implemented stringent security protocols, including biometric authentication, digital fingerprinting, and face matching, to ensure the integrity of the examination process.
7. New Sub-Regional Office in Agartala
A new sub-regional office has been established in Agartala to strengthen infrastructure and improve education quality.
CBSE Class 12 Exam Overview
| Category | Details |
| Exam Name | CBSE Class 12th Board Exam 2025 |
| Conducting Authority | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Streams | Science, Commerce, Arts |
| Exam Start Date | February 15, 2025 |
| Practical Exam Schedule | January 1, 2025 |
| Result Declaration | July 2025 |
| Syllabus Coverage | The entire syllabus as per CBSE guidelines |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen and Paper) |
| Question Paper Format | MCQs, Short Answer, and Long Answer Questions |
| Duration of Each Exam | 3 hours |
| Passing Criteria | Minimum 33% in each subject (Theory + Practical combined) |
CBSE 10th Exam Overview
| Category | Details |
| Conducting Board | CBSE |
| CBSE Full Form | Central Board of Secondary Education |
| Exam Name | CBSE 10th Board Exam 2025 |
| Session | 2024-25 |
| Release of CBSE 10th Date Sheet 2025 | November 20, 2024 |
| CBSE Board Exam Date 2025 | February 15, 2025, to March 18, 2025 |
| Announcement of CBSE 10th Result 2025 | May 13, 2025* (Tentative) |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Official Website | cbse.gov.in |
CBSE Latest Notifications
- Practical Exams: Schools must upload practical exam marks by February 14, 2025.
- Sample Papers: CBSE has released sample papers and marking schemes for student reference on its official website.
- Ethics Notification: The Board has urged students to follow guidelines to maintain examination integrity.
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