CBSE Releases SOPs for Practical Exams 2024-25

04-Dec-2024

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 CBSE Releases SOPs for Practical Exams 2024-25

Hey students! The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Practical Examinations, Projects, and Internal Assessments for Classes 10 and 12 for the 2024-25 academic session. Whether you’re gearing up for your Class 10 Science lab or your Class 12 project, here’s a breakdown of everything you need to stay on top of it!

General Guidelines: Stay Aligned and Compliant

First things first, all practicals and projects must align with the CBSE curriculum available on their official website. Schools are expected to strictly follow the provided guidelines, syllabus, and marking schemes to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Mark Your Calendars: Exam Dates

School Type Practical Exam Dates
Winter-Bound Schools 5th November to 5th December, 2024
Regular Schools 1st January to 14th February, 2025

Make sure your schools upload the marks within these periods to avoid any last-minute hassles!

1. Special Instructions for Class 10 and 12

For Class 10:

  • No external examiners will be involved.
  • Schools need to provide answer books and all necessary facilities.
  • Your marks won’t be shared with anyone except through official channels.

For Class 12:

  • Both external and internal examiners will be appointed.
  • External examiners are required to inspect lab facilities a day before exams.
  • CBSE might send observers to ensure everything is fair and square.

2. Code and Conduct

  • Exams will be managed in batches of 30 students, along with possible subgroups for handling it in a better way.
  • Any attempts to influence examiners will lead to strict actions.
  • Non-compliance can result in your practical exams being cancelled by CBSE.

3. Technology and Data to Keep it Accurate

  • Both internal and external examiners must ensure marks are accurately uploaded.
  • Teachers will use unique IDs from CBSE’s OASIS system for examiner assignments.
  • Marks for private students follow CBSE policies, with re-assessments as required.

4. Support Staff and Payments

Category Role Compensation
Support Staff Lab assistants, sanitisation staff Rs. 200/day
Examiners Evaluators Rs. 25 per student (minimum Rs. 500)
Examiners Conveyance and Refreshments Rs. 250/day

Tips and Tricks to Stay Prepared

  • Only one signed hard copy should stay at school, and it must be scanned and uploaded as a PDF.
  • Schools will send these to the Regional Office securely.
  • Use the Pariksha Sangam portal for all marks-related activities and ensure everything is double-checked before finalising.

Remember, following these guidelines is crucial to ensure your exams are fair and stress-free. For more details, visit the CBSE official website and explore the Pariksha Sangam portal. Good luck! May your practicals go perfectly and bring great results!

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