Students must score at least 30% marks in both theory and practical components separately to pass the AHSEC HS Compartment Exam 2026.
The Assam Higher Secondary Education Council (AHSEC) allows Class 12 students who failed in one or two subjects in the main HS 2026 examination to appear for the compartment exam. The pass marks are set at 30% of the maximum marks in each component — theory and practical or internal assessment — for every subject. Understanding the exact minimum marks required per subject helps you focus your preparation and target the scores needed to clear each component confidently.
- The minimum pass mark per subject is 30 out of 100 — that is 30% of total marks.
- For subjects with separate practicals or internal assessment, you must pass both theory and practical independently — clearing only one does not constitute a pass.
- For a 70-mark theory paper (Science subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Geography), the minimum pass mark is 21 marks.
- For an 80-mark theory paper (Arts, Commerce, Languages, and Mathematics), the minimum pass mark is 24 marks.
- For a 30-mark practical, the minimum is 9 marks; for a 20-mark internal assessment or project, the minimum is 6 marks.
| Direct Link to AHSEC HS Compartment Exam 2026 Official Notification (OUT) |
AHSEC HS Compartment Exam 2026 Pass Marks Overview
AHSEC sets the minimum passing threshold at 30% of the maximum marks in each subject for the HS Compartment Exam 2026. This rule applies uniformly across Science, Arts, and Commerce streams. Where a subject has a theory component and a separate practical or internal assessment, a student must independently clear both — falling below 30% in either component results in a fail in that subject, even if the combined total exceeds 30%.
| Component | Maximum Marks | Minimum Pass Marks (30%) |
|---|---|---|
| Theory — Science subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography) | 70 | 21 |
| Practical — Science subjects | 30 | 9 |
| Theory — Arts, Commerce, Languages, Mathematics | 80 | 24 |
| Internal Assessment / Project — Arts, Commerce, Languages, Mathematics | 20 | 6 |
| Overall per subject (all streams) | 100 | 30 |
Minimum Pass Marks in Theory Per Subject
The theory examination carries the largest share of marks in every AHSEC HS subject. For Science stream subjects, the theory paper is of 70 marks; for Arts, Commerce, Languages, and Mathematics, the theory paper is of 80 marks. The table below shows the exact minimum you must score in theory to pass that component in the AHSEC HS Compartment Exam 2026.
| Subject | Theory Marks (Total) | Minimum Pass Marks in Theory |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 70 | 21 |
| Chemistry | 70 | 21 |
| Biology | 70 | 21 |
| Geography | 70 | 21 |
| Mathematics | 80 | 24 |
| English | 80 | 24 |
| Assamese / MIL | 80 | 24 |
| History | 80 | 24 |
| Political Science | 80 | 24 |
| Economics | 80 | 24 |
| Accountancy | 80 | 24 |
| Business Studies | 80 | 24 |
Minimum Pass Marks in Practical Per Subject
For subjects that include a practical examination or internal assessment, you must score at least 30% in this component as well. Practical marks from the main AHSEC HS 2026 exam are generally carried forward if you already passed that component — meaning you only re-appear for the practical if you failed it in the main exam. Confirm the carry-forward rule with the official AHSEC compartment notification before your exam date.
| Subject | Practical / Internal Marks (Total) | Minimum Pass Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 30 | 9 |
| Chemistry | 30 | 9 |
| Biology | 30 | 9 |
| Geography (Map Work / Field Work) | 30 | 9 |
| Mathematics (Internal Assessment) | 20 | 6 |
| English (Internal Assessment) | 20 | 6 |
| Assamese / MIL (Internal Assessment) | 20 | 6 |
| History (Project) | 20 | 6 |
| Political Science (Project) | 20 | 6 |
| Economics (Project) | 20 | 6 |
| Accountancy (Project / Viva) | 20 | 6 |
| Business Studies (Project) | 20 | 6 |
Subject-wise Pass Marks Table for AHSEC HS Compartment Exam 2026
The table below consolidates the minimum marks required in theory, practical or internal assessment, and overall for each subject in the AHSEC HS Compartment Exam 2026 in a single view.
| Subject | Theory Total | Min. Theory Marks | Practical / Internal Total | Min. Practical Marks | Overall Min. (out of 100) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | 70 | 21 | 30 | 9 | 30 |
| Chemistry | 70 | 21 | 30 | 9 | 30 |
| Biology | 70 | 21 | 30 | 9 | 30 |
| Geography | 70 | 21 | 30 | 9 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 80 | 24 | 20 | 6 | 30 |
| English | 80 | 24 | 20 | 6 | 30 |
| Assamese / MIL | 80 | 24 | 20 | 6 | 30 |
| History | 80 | 24 | 20 | 6 | 30 |
| Political Science | 80 | 24 | 20 | 6 | 30 |
| Economics | 80 | 24 | 20 | 6 | 30 |
| Accountancy | 80 | 24 | 20 | 6 | 30 |
| Business Studies | 80 | 24 | 20 | 6 | 30 |
How to Score Above Pass Marks in AHSEC HS Compartment 2026
Scoring above the pass mark in the compartment exam requires targeted preparation. Focus your revision on high-weightage chapters and question formats that appear most frequently in AHSEC theory papers.
- Solve previous-year AHSEC HS question papers — familiar question patterns appear repeatedly and are reliable mark-scorers once recognised.
- Target high-weightage chapters first — within every subject, certain units carry more marks; securing these gets you past the 30% threshold faster.
- Write full steps and explanations in theory — AHSEC awards step marks for partial working in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Accountancy; never leave a question blank.
- Revise practical records and diagrams for Science subjects — accurate diagrams and neat observations in Biology, Physics, and Chemistry can secure 9+ marks in practicals without memorising the full syllabus.
- Practise numerical questions in Economics and Accountancy — these are more predictable and consistent mark-scorers than long theory answers.
AHSEC HS Compartment Exam 2026 Pass Marks FAQs
Ques. What is the minimum pass mark in AHSEC HS Compartment Exam 2026?
Ans. The minimum pass mark is 30 out of 100 (30%) in each subject. For subjects with separate theory and practical components, students must clear both independently at 30% each.
Ques. What is the minimum marks required in theory for Science subjects in AHSEC HS Compartment 2026?
Ans. For Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Geography, the theory paper carries 70 marks. The minimum pass mark in theory for these subjects is 21 out of 70.
Ques. What is the minimum pass mark in practical for AHSEC HS Compartment 2026?
Ans. For subjects with a 30-mark practical (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography), you need at least 9 marks. For subjects with a 20-mark internal assessment (Mathematics, Languages, Arts, Commerce subjects), you need at least 6 marks.
Ques. Do I have to re-appear for the practical exam in AHSEC HS Compartment 2026?
Ans. If you already passed the practical component in the main AHSEC HS 2026 exam, those marks are generally carried forward. You only need to re-appear for the practical if you failed it. Refer to the official AHSEC notification at ahsec.assam.gov.in for confirmation specific to the 2026 compartment cycle.
Ques. What happens if I fail the AHSEC HS Compartment Exam 2026?
Ans. Students who fail the compartment exam are required to re-appear in the next AHSEC HS annual examination as per AHSEC rules. The compartment exam is the last opportunity within the same cycle.
Ques. Is the pass percentage the same across all streams in AHSEC HS Compartment 2026?
Ans. Yes, the 30% pass threshold applies equally to Science, Arts, and Commerce streams. The only difference is the marks split between theory and practical, which varies by subject — 70+30 for most Science subjects and 80+20 for Arts, Commerce, and Languages.
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