CBSE - Central Board of Secondary Education Jupiter Academy

CBSE - Central Board of Secondary Education

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) – Overview

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is India’s premier education board, affiliated with over 28,000 schools in India and abroad. Known for its comprehensive and structured curriculum, CBSE offers high-quality education, focusing on conceptual clarity, analytical skills, and overall development.

Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!

Important Highlights of CBSE Board

	Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Abbreviation	CBSE
CBSE Full Form	Central Board of Secondary Education
Type	Governmental Board of Education
Founded	3rd November 1962
Headquarters	New Delhi, India
Chairperson	Mr. Manoj Ahuja
Phone No.	011 2250 9256
Official languages	Hindi, English
Parent organisation	Ministry of Human Resource Development
Official Website	www.cbse.nic.in
Tag Line	“Committed To Equity And Excellence In Education”

Here we have provided the CBSE Board study resources for students’ preparation.
They can directly access it by clicking on the images below.

Why Choose CBSE Board?

National and International Recognition:
CBSE is recognized across India and internationally by leading universities and colleges.
Balanced Curriculum:
Emphasis on both academics and co-curricular activities fosters well-rounded student development.
Standardized Exams:
National-level board exams (Class 10 & 12) ensure uniform academic benchmarks across CBSE-affiliated schools.
Competitive Exam Alignment:
CBSE’s syllabus aligns with key entrance exams such as NEET, JEE, and CUET, giving students a head start.
Focus on Practical Learning:
CBSE integrates practical experiments, projects, and assignments into the curriculum to make learning engaging.

CBSE Curriculum Structure

Primary & Middle School (Classes 1-8)

Foundational knowledge in Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Languages, and Environmental Studies (EVS)
Emphasis on communication skills, arts, sports, and ICT (Information & Communication Technology)
Development of analytical and problem-solving abilities

Secondary School (Classes 9-10)

Core Subjects: Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Languages (English, Hindi, Sanskrit, etc.)
Board Examination at the end of Class 10 evaluates students on a national level
Introduction to life skills, career awareness, and basic financial literacy

Senior Secondary School (Classes 11-12)

Students can choose streams according to their career interests:

Science Stream: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology, Computer Science
Commerce Stream: Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics, Mathematics
Humanities Stream: History, Geography, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology

Practical exams alongside theoretical ones to enhance hands-on learning
Preparation for competitive exams like JEE, NEET, CUET, CA Foundation, etc.

CBSE Board Exams – An Overview

Class 10 Board Exams

Subjects: Mathematics, Science, Social Science, English, and one additional language
Students receive a CGPA-based result (Cumulative Grade Point Average) along with individual subject scores

Class 12 Board Exams

Students appear for stream-specific exams in Science, Commerce, or Humanities
Results play a crucial role in securing admission to universities and professional courses

Grading System and Assessment

CBSE follows a continuous and comprehensive evaluation (CCE) method to assess students throughout the academic year. Key features include:

Formative Assessments: Regular quizzes, assignments, and class participation
Summative Assessments: Midterm and final examinations
Practical Exams: Hands-on projects and laboratory-based assessments for science subjects
Grades vs. Marks: Board results reflect both grades and percentile ranks, encouraging holistic learning over rote memorization.

CBSE and Competitive Exams

CBSE’s curriculum is designed to align with the syllabus of national-level entrance exams like:

NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) – For medical aspirants
JEE (Joint Entrance Examination) – For engineering aspirants
CUET (Common University Entrance Test) – For admissions to central universities

CBSE Board Grading System

Students are awarded grades and not marks. The CBSE results are declared in 2 categories: Eligible for Improvement of Performance (EIOP) or Eligible for Qualifying Certificate (QUAL).