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Punjab Board Class X Exam Exam Pattern 2027
Punjab Board Class X Exam Exam Pattern
PSEB Class 10 Board Exam Application
Punjab Board has released the updated exam pattern for PSEB 10. As per the latest pattern, the exams will be conducted across two terms. The pattern helps students understand subject-wise and section-wise marking in each paper.
- The exam will be conducted from 10 PM for a duration of 1.5 hours.
- The exams for Punjabi (A), Punjabi (B), Punjab History & Culture (A & B) subjects will be conducted for 2 hours.
- An additional 15 minutes will be provided to the candidates to fill the OMR sheets.
- Punjab State Education Board will charge a fee of Rs. 300/- from Class 10 students for providing them with the hard copies of their PSEB Class 10 Board exam results and passing certificates.
PSEB 10th Exam Pattern 2023
PSEB will conduct the exams for classes 5, 8, 10, and 12 in two different terms. The first term will be conducted between November and December, and the second term will be conducted between February and March 2023.
The question paper for both terms will be sent by the board, and each term will cover 50% of the syllabus. As per reports, the question paper will be prepared from the question bank that will be made available on the official board page.
The term-1 exam will consist of only multiple-choice questions. The exam will be organized only for main subjects, and no grade or practical subjects will be conducted.
The specially-abled students will receive the same question paper as the regular students, and the exam will be held at the school level. Term-2 will consist of a question paper based on short and long answer questions.
PSEB 10th Board Exam Application 2023
For regular students, the school will take care of the application process. Students will be informed about the dates and fees structure about the application process.
For private students, they will have to apply on their own through the PSEB official website.
PSEB 10th Exam Pattern 2023 - Subject-wise Marks
The table below shows the subject-wise marks distribution for the PSEB Class 10 exams.
| Subject | Theory | Practical | CCE | Total Marks | Passing Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punjabi - A | 70 | - | 5 | 75 | 25 |
| Punjabi B | 65 | - | 10 | 75 | 25 |
| Punjabi History & Culture - A | 70 | - | 5 | 75 | 25 |
| Punjabi History & Culture - B | 65 | - | 10 | 75 | 25 |
| English | 90 | - | 10 | 100 | 33 |
| Hindi | 90 | - | 10 | 100 | 33 |
| Maths | 80 | 10 | 10 | 100 | 33 |
| Science | 70 | 20 | 10 | 100 | 33 |
| Social Science | 90 | - | 10 | 100 | 33 |
PSEB Class 10 Exam Pattern
The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) Class 10 exam is held for 100 marks in each subject. The exam duration is 3 hours for all subjects.
The question paper is divided into four sections. There is no choice in any section; all questions must be answered.
| Section | Question Type | Marks Allotted |
|---|---|---|
| A | Objective | 1 |
| B | Very-Short Questions | 2 |
| C | Short Questions | 4 |
| D | Long Questions | 6 |
- All subjects have a weightage of 100 marks each. 80 marks are for theory and 20 marks are for practical and internal assessments.
- Punjabi or Punjab History and Culture are conducted in 2 parts – Paper A and Paper B. Each paper weighs 75 marks in total, with 65 for theory and 10 for practical and internal assessments.
- The order of sections may interchange, and the marking system may vary.
PSEB 10th Exam Subjects
Group A
Group A includes the following compulsory subjects:
- Punjabi – A & B or Punjab History and culture – A & B
- English
- Hindi or Urdu
- Mathematics
- Science
- Social science
Students can choose between Punjabi or Punjab History and Culture as the 1st language subject.
Group B
Group B includes optional subjects. Students can choose one subject from the elective, prevocational, or NSQF subjects list.
| Subject Type | Options |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | - |
| Elective Subjects | Urdu Elective, Sanskrit, French, German, Agriculture, Home-Science, Cutting and Tailoring, Mech. Drawing and Painting, Music (Vocal), Music (Tabla), Music (Instrumental), Health and Physical Education |
| NSQF (National Skill Qualification Framework) | Retail, Automobile, Health Care, Information Technology/Information Technology Enable Services, Security, Beauty and Wellness, Travel and Tourism, Physical Education and Sports, Construction, Agriculture, Apparel |
| Pre-Vocational Subjects | Computer Science, Rep & Maint of HHEA, Electronic and Technology, Rep & Maint of Farm Machinery, Knitting (Hand and Machine), Engg Drafting and Duplicating, Food Preservation, Manufacturing of Leather Goods. |
The assessment of computer science is done at the board level. Elective, prevocational, or NSQF subjects are assessed at the school level.
Subject Wise Exam Syllabus and Books to be Followed
| Subject | Syllabus | Books |
|---|---|---|
| Punjabi or Punjab History and Culture | Punjabi is the 1st language and mother tongue of Punjab, so it is mandatory for everyone. Students who are outsiders and do not know Punjabi can opt for Punjab History and Culture. | As prescribed by the PSEB board |
| English | English syllabus consists of the reading section, writing section, literature, grammar, vocabulary. | English Main Course Book for Class-X, published by PSEB. English Literature Book (Supplementary Reader) for Class-X, published by PSEB. A Practice Book of English Grammar & Composition for Class X, Published by PSEB |
| Hindi | Hindi consists of grammar, comprehension, reading, and writing sections. | Prescribed textbook by PSEB. |
| Mathematics | Mathematics syllabus is as prescribed by the board. | Prescribed textbook by PSEB. |
PSEB Class 10 Syllabus – Subject-wise Topics
The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) Class 10 syllabus is divided into subjects like Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. Each subject has a prescribed textbook and a fixed list of chapters.
Mathematics
The Mathematics syllabus for Class 10 covers algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and statistics. The textbook is the Mathematics textbook for 10th class prescribed by PSEB.
- Real numbers
- Polynomials
- Pair of linear equations in two variables
- Quadratic equations
- Arithmetic progressions
- Triangles and circles
- Coordinate geometry
- Introduction to trigonometry
- Some applications of trigonometry
- Constructions
- Areas related to a circle
- Surface areas and volumes
- Statistics
- Probability
Science
The Science syllabus includes chemistry, biology, and physics topics. The textbook is the Science textbook for class 10 prescribed by PSEB.
- Chemical reactions and equations
- Acids, bases, and salts
- Metals and non-metals
- Carbon and its compounds
- Periodic classification of elements
- Life processes
- Control and coordination
- How do organisms reproduce?
- Heredity and evolution
- Light reflection and refraction
- The human eye and colorful world
- Electricity
- Magnetic effects of electric current
- Sources of energy
- Our environment
- Sustainable management of natural resources
Social Studies
Social Studies is divided into four parts: Geography, History, Economics, and Political Science. All four parts use the Social Studies textbook for Class 10 prescribed by PSEB.
Geography
- India -An introduction
- Land
- The climate
- Natural vegetation, wildlife, and soils
- Land utilization and agriculture
- Minerals and power resources
- Population
History
- Physical features of Punjab and their influence on its history
- Political and social conditions of Punjab before Guru Nanak Dev Ji
- Guru Nanak Dev Ji and his Teachings
- Contribution of Sikh Guru’s from Guru Angad Dev Ji to Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji
- Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s life, creation of Khalsa, and his personality
- Banda Singh Bahadur and the Sikh Misals
- Ranjit Singh: Early life, achievements and Anglo-Sikh relations
- The Anglo Sikh wars and annexation of Punjab
- Punjab’s contribution towards the struggle for freedom.
Economics
- Basic concepts
- The infrastructure of the Indian economy
- Agriculture development in India
- Industrial development in India
Political Science
- Features of the Indian constitution
- The Central Government
- The State Government
- Indian Democracy at work
- Indian foreign policy and United Nations
PSEB Class 10 Exam Preparation Tips
Students should follow the PSEB prescribed textbooks for exam preparation. E-textbooks are available online on the PSEB website.
- Make a proper timetable and prepare consistently.
- Revise the whole syllabus at least 2 or 3 times in the last 3 months before the exam.
- Understand the concepts in order to learn to apply them.
- Solve as many exercises as possible in order to make yourself thorough.
- Concentrate during practice sessions to know the concepts by heart.
- Refer to previous years' question papers to understand the paper patterns.
- Solve the model papers within 3 hours of time. This will help you as an exam simulator and help you gain speed for the board exams.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ques. What are the passing marks for the exam?
Ans. 33% of total marks are pass marks.
Ques. Can I give the exam in English?
Ans. Yes, the examination is also available in the English medium.
Ques. How will I know my exam results?
Ans. The exam of PSEB class 10 has already been released on the official website pseb.ac.in.
Ques. I don’t know Punjabi. Is it mandatory for me to write Punjabi subjects?
Ans. If you are confident enough to learn and write in Punjabi, you can do that. If you want to skip Punjabi, you can opt for Punjab History and Culture.
Ques. Can I take a calculator for the Mathematics exam?
Ans. No, any type of electronic gadget is strictly prohibited.
