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CBSE Class 10 Online Coaching

Overview of CBSE Class 10 Online Coaching

  • Board: CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education)
  • Class Level: Class X (Matriculation Level – Public Board Exam Year)
  • Tests: Board Exam by CBSE and Internal Examinations.
  • Language of Instruction: English / Hindi / Regional (school based) Language.
  • Academic Session: April to March

Assessment Structure

Scholastic Areas

A. Internal Assessment (20 marks)

  • Periodic Tests: Three periodic tests to evaluate academic progress.
  • Notebook Submission: Assesses regularity, organization, and maintenance.
  • Enrichment Activities of the subject:
    • Languages: Listening & speaking
    • Maths: Lab activities
    • Science: Practical experiments
    • Social Science: Map work and project

B. Board Examination

  • Conducted for 80 marks in each subject by CBSE.
  • Conducted for 80 marks in each subject by CBSE.
  • Each subject must be passed separately
  • Grading System

    The evaluation of the classroom X will be in the following manner:

    Grading Scale in terms of Scholastic Areas (Class-X) (School will give grades according to the following grading scale)

    Marks Range Grade Grade Point
    91-100 A1 10
    81-90 A2 9
    71-80 B1 8
    61-70 B2 7
    51-60 C1 6
    41-50 C2 5
    33-40 D 4

    Students must obtain a minimum of 33% in both internal and board exams to be declared "Pass".

    Subjects offered:

    Subject Detail of the Subject Group
    Compulsory Language I (Hindi – Course A or Course B or English Language and Literature or English Communicative) Group-L
    Compulsory Language II (Anyone from the Group of Languages) Group-L
    Compulsory Mathematics – Basic or Mathematics Standard Group-A1
    Compulsory Science Group-A1
    Compulsory Social Science Group-A1
    Optional Skill Subject/another subject from A2 Group-S/A2
    Optional Language III / Any subject from A2 Group-L/A2

    Practical/Project Requirements (Select Subjects)

    Subject Practical Component
    Science Lab Experiments, Practical Records
    Mathematics Math Lab Activities
    Social Science Map Work, Project File
    Languages Listening & Speaking Tests
    Skill Subjects Hands-on Assignments + Theory Components

    Attendance Requirements

    The attendance of students should not be below 75 percent.

    Shortage may be condoned for:

  • Medical reasons (with valid documentation)
  • Participation in national/international level competitions
  • Report Card & Promotion Criteria

    • Report Card includes:
      • Grades for each subject
      • Internal assessment remarks
    • Promotion Criteria:
      • Minimum 33% in each subject (Internal + Board exam combined)
      • If a student fails in 1 subject but passes the 6th optional subject, they may be replaced as per CBSE norms.

    Elective Subjects (All Over India)

    A. Language Electives (Group-L)

    Language Subject Code
    Sanskrit 122
    Urdu Course A / B 003 / 303
    French 018
    German 020
    Spanish 096
    Punjabi 004
    Tamil 006
    Telugu AP / Telangana 007 / 008
    Malayalam 012
    Bengali 005
    Assamese 014
    Gujarati 010
    Kannada 015
    Odia 008
    Arabic 016
    Persian 023
    Nepali 024
    Japanese 094
    Korean 131
    Russian 121

    Note: Subject availability depends on school infrastructure and regional choices

    B. Skill Subjects (Group-S)

    Skill Subject Subject Code
    Artificial Intelligence 417
    Information Technology 402
    Retail 401
    Beauty and Wellness 407
    Financial Literacy 411
    Agriculture 403
    Health Care 413
    Media 415
    Marketing and Sales 410
    Apparel 416
    Food Production 409
    Physical Activity Trainer 418
    Introduction to Tourism 406
    Electronics & Hardware 405

    5. Scheme of Studies for Children with Special Needs (CWSN)

  • According to The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, students with certified disabilities have an option of an alternate scheme.
  • CWSN Subject Scheme (Class 10)

    S. No. Subject Group
    1 Language I (Hindi/English – Course A/B) Group-L
    2 One from Group-L or Group-A1/A2 or Group-S (excluding Automotive) Group-L / A1 / A2 / S (Excl. Auto)
    3 One from Group-A1/A2 or Group-S (excluding Automotive) Group-A1 / A2 / S (Excl. Auto)
    4 Any one from Group-A1 or A2 Group-A1 / A2
    5 Any one from Group-A1 or A2 Group-A1 / A2
    6 (Optional) Any one from Group-A1 or A2 Group-A1 / A2
    7 (Optional) Language III (if opted) Group-L
    8 Art Education (Internal)
    9 Health & Physical Education + Work Experience (Internal)
    CWSN students are not allowed to opt for Automotive as a skill subject.

    Resources & Materials

  • Textbooks: NCERT (prescribed)
  • Lab Manuals: Science & Maths
  • Map Books:Social Science
  • Language Workbooks (depending on chosen language)
  • Skill Subject Guidebooks
  • Promotion Criteria

    Should have 33% marks (in total) comprising internal and final examination.

    Should a student fail in any of the core subjects, the 6 th subject (had it passed) may substitute this (according to CBSE regulations).

    There will be no replacement of a failing subject with language III.

    Guidelines on Combination of Subjects

  • Language I + language II + maths + science + social science (Compulsory)
  • Additional Subject (Language or Skill-Based) -Not compulsory, yet strongly suggested.
  • It is difficult to change the subjects in the midst of the year when they are selected once, unless the school policy allows it.
  • Frequently Asked Questions

    1. What is the evaluation of CBSE 10th standard?

    It consists of an internal examination (20 marks) and a board examination (80 marks) of each subject.

    2. What is the passing percentage in the CBSE Class 10?

    The students will be required to achieve 33 percent in both subjects (internal and board exam).

    3. What is the attendance demand of CBSE Class 10 students?

    At least 75 percent attendance is required and relaxation is allowed in case of medical or national/ international competitions.

    4. Is it possible to substitute a failed subject with the 6 th optional subject?

    Yes, in case a student fails in one subject but passes the 6th optional subject, it could be counted as per CBSE norms.

    5. What is the prescription of Class 10 students?

    Laboratory manuals of Science and Mathematics, the NCERT textbooks, NCERT map books of the Social Sciences, and subject workbooks of language/skills are used by students.

    6. Can a class 10 online coaching help students with their preparation?

    Yes, it is generally advised that students of 10th standard get themselves enrolled in a class 10 online coaching, as it can provide them with useful resources.

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