Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB)
Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB)
Complete Syllabus, Exam Pattern, and Marking Scheme for Matric (10th) & Intermediate (12th) - Brought to you by Disha Online Classes.
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB), established in 1952 with its headquarters in Patna, is the primary educational board in Bihar. It is responsible for conducting the crucial secondary and senior secondary examinations, which serve as the foundation for higher education and government recruitment.
BSEB Overview
| Exam Name | Bihar Board Annual Examination |
| Conducting Body | Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) |
| Frequency | Once a year (Usually in February) |
| Exam Level | Matric (10th) & Intermediate (12th) |
| Official Website | biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in |
Bihar Board 10th (Matric) Examination
The BSEB 10th examination is the turning point for students in Bihar. Passing this exam is the primary criteria for admission into the 12th board.
10th Marking Scheme & Passing Marks
| Subject | Total Marks | Theory | Practical | Pass Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | 100 | 100 | - | 33 |
| Mathematics | 100 | 100 | - | 33 |
| Science | 100 | 80 | 20 | 30 (28+12) |
| Social Science | 100 | 80 | 20 | 30 (28+12) |
| Language Papers | 100 | 100 | - | 33 |
Bihar Board 12th (Intermediate) Examination
Conducted across Arts, Science, and Commerce streams, the 12th board exam features a mix of multiple-choice (MCQs), short-answer, and long-answer questions.
12th Exam Pattern Overview
| Subject Category | Theory Marks |
|---|---|
| Practical Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Computer Science, Agriculture, etc. | 70 Marks |
| Non-Practical Subjects: Accountancy, Economics, Maths, History, Political Science, Languages. | 100 Marks |
12th Major Subjects Syllabus Highlight
Physics
- Electrostatics & Current Electricity
- Magnetic Effects & Magnetism
- Electromagnetic Induction
- Optics (Interference & Diffraction)
Chemistry
- Electrochemistry & Kinetics
- Coordination Compounds
- Aldehydes, Ketones, Carboxylic Acids
- Alcohols, Phenols, Ethers
Mathematics
- Calculus (Integration/Differentiation)
- Differential Equations
- Matrices & Determinants
- Coordinate Geometry & Trigonometry
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
To pass the Bihar Board exams, students must score a minimum of 30% marks in each subject and an overall aggregate of 33% marks. Subjects with practicals require passing marks in both theory and practical separately.
The Bihar Board 10th and 12th exams are typically conducted in the month of February every year. The detailed timetable is released on the official website a few months prior.
You can find the official syllabus on the BSEB official website (biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in) or join Disha Online Classes for simplified syllabus breakdowns and daily lectures.
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