New Delhi : The CBSE is making significant changes to the board examination pattern, which will be implemented starting in 2025. These changes will affect both the format of questions and the evaluation process. The new pattern aims to reduce rote learning and enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students.

In the new system, the total marks for each subject in the final result of CBSE Board 11th and 12th have been reduced from 100 to 80 percent. The remaining 20 percent of marks will be based on assessment, practical exams, and project work. This shift encourages continuous assessment and practical application of knowledge.

Students will benefit significantly from the new examination pattern. The increase in competency-based questions will help students develop practical skills and improve their understanding of subjects. This change will also control the tendency to memorize information, fostering a deeper comprehension and better preparation for real-life challenges.

The new format will see an increase in MCQs, case-based, and source-based questions for classes 11 and 12. Competency-based questions will now account for 50 percent of the exam, up from the previous 40 percent. Conversely, the proportion of short and long answer questions will be reduced from 40 to 30 percent. This shift will require students to adapt their study habits and focus more on understanding concepts rather than memorizing them

While the new pattern brings many benefits, it may pose challenges for students accustomed to traditional rote learning. These students will need to put in more effort to adjust to the new format, which emphasizes critical thinking and application of knowledge over memorization.