ICSE Class 10 Board Exam 2025: Subjects, Marks Distribution & Passing Criteria
Nurpur Excellence Academy • Updated September 2025
Subjects & Groups
ICSE Class 10 (CISCE) follows a group-wise subject selection system:
Group I (Compulsory)
- English
- Second Language (Indian/Modern Foreign Language)
- History, Civics & Geography
Group II (Choose any two)
- Mathematics
- Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- Economics
- Commercial Studies
- Environmental Science, etc.
Group III (Choose any one)
- Computer Applications
- Economic Applications
- Art, Performing Arts, Physical Education, etc.
Marks Distribution
| Subject Group | Theory | Internal Assessment / Project | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group I & II Subjects | 80 | 20 | 100 |
| Group III Subjects | 50 | 50 (Project/Practical) | 100 |
Internal assessment includes project work, practicals, assignments, and coursework, as prescribed by CISCE.
Total Marks
ICSE Class 10 result is calculated out of **best five subjects** including English (compulsory). The total is **500 marks**.
Passing Criteria
- Minimum of 33% marks in each subject (theory + internal combined).
- Overall performance is judged on aggregate of best five subjects including English.
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