CGBSE Class 10 2027: Exam Dates, Syllabus, Exam Pattern, Admit Card and Result

CGBSE Class 10 2027, conducted by the Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education (CGBSE), is the annual High School Certificate Examination for students enrolled in Class X across 33 districts of Chhattisgarh. The exam tests students across five core subjects — Hindi, English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Science — and is held every year in February and March. In 2026, the CGBSE Class 10 pass percentage was 77.15%, an improvement over 75.61% in 2025, with girls outperforming boys at 81.03% versus 72.27%.

• Registration 2027: CGBSE Class 10 2027 registration is expected to open in October 2026. Last year, the regular registration deadline was October 31, 2025. Registration is handled by your school — make sure your documents are submitted on time.
• Admit Card 2027: The CGBSE Class 10 2027 admit card is expected in February 2027, a few days before the exam starts. In 2026, it was released on February 18, 2026, three days ahead of the first exam day.
• Exam Date 2027: CGBSE Class 10 2027 exam is expected in February–March 2027. In 2026, the exam ran from February 21 to March 13, 2026, daily from 9:00 AM to 12:15 PM.
• Result 2027: CGBSE Class 10 2027 result is expected in May 2027. In 2026, the result was declared on April 29, 2026, with a pass percentage of 77.15%.

What is CGBSE Class 10 Board Exam?

The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education (CGBSE) is the state-level education board for Chhattisgarh, headquartered in Raipur. It was set up under the Chhattisgarh Secondary Education Act, 2000, and is responsible for curriculum design, examinations, and certification for both Class 10 (High School) and Class 12 (Higher Secondary) students across government, government-aided, and private schools in the state.

The CGBSE Class 10 Board Exam — officially called the High School Certificate Examination — is held every year in February and March. More than 3 lakh students appear for the exam each year across all 33 districts of Chhattisgarh, from urban centres like Raipur, Bilaspur, and Durg to remote tribal districts like Bastar and Surguja.

The exam covers five compulsory subjects: Hindi, English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Science. Students also have the option to take a sixth (optional) subject. Each subject carries 100 marks, split between theory (75 marks) and practical or project work (25 marks). The exam follows an offline pen-and-paper format with a duration of 3 hours per paper, plus 15 minutes for reading the question paper before writing begins.

Passing CGBSE Class 10 is mandatory for students who want to continue to Class XI. It is also a prerequisite for admission to vocational programmes, ITI courses, diploma programmes, and several state government employment schemes. The minimum passing mark is 33 out of 100 in each subject.

CGBSE-affiliated schools include government schools under the Chhattisgarh School Education Department, Eklavya Model Residential Schools (for tribal students), Swami Atmanand English Medium Schools, and private recognised institutions. All these schools follow the CGBSE academic calendar and submit exam registrations on behalf of their enrolled students.

CGBSE Class 10 2027 Highlights

The table below covers the key details about CGBSE Class 10 2027 at a glance.

Source: Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education – cgbse.nic.in

CGBSE Class 10 2027 Important Dates

The official CGBSE Class 10 2027 schedule has not been released yet as of July 2026. The dates below are expected based on the 2026 pattern. CGBSE will publish the official 2027 timetable on cgbse.nic.in once it is finalised, expected by late 2026.

Note: All 2027 dates above are expected based on the 2026 schedule and are subject to official confirmation. Check cgbse.nic.in regularly from September 2026 onwards for confirmed dates.

Eligibility Criteria for CGBSE Class 10 2027

To appear for CGBSE Class 10 2027, students must meet the following conditions set by the Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education.

For Regular Students (School-Enrolled):

• You must be enrolled in a CGBSE-affiliated school for the 2026–27 academic session.
• You must have passed Class 9 and been promoted to Class 10 by your school.
• You must have a minimum of 75% attendance in theory classes during the academic year. Students with attendance below 75% may be denied exam registration unless a valid medical reason is documented and approved by the school principal.
• Your school must submit your registration on the CGBSE portal within the prescribed deadline.

For Private / Ex-Students:

• Students who failed CGBSE Class 10 in 2026 can re-appear as private candidates in 2027.
• Students who did not appear for the 2026 exam can also apply as private candidates.
• Private candidates register directly on cgbse.nic.in during the registration window.
• There is no upper age limit for private candidates under CGBSE rules.

Passing Marks Requirement:

• You need a minimum of 33 marks out of 100 in each subject to pass.
• In the theory paper: minimum 25 out of 75 marks per subject.
• In practicals or project: minimum 9 out of 25 marks per subject.
• Both conditions must be met separately for each subject — passing theory alone is not enough.

Documents needed for registration:

• Aadhaar card (for identity verification)
• Class 9 mark sheet or promotion certificate
• Passport-size photographs (as required by the school or CGBSE portal)
• Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC category fee concession, if applicable)

Students with less than 75% attendance risk being barred from the exam. If you have attendance issues, speak to your school principal before October 2026 to resolve them before registration closes.

CGBSE Class 10 2027 Registration Process

CGBSE Class 10 2027 registration is expected to start in October 2026. Unlike competitive entrance exams, CGBSE Class 10 registration is a school-mediated process. Students do not fill any application form on the CGBSE website directly. Their school submits the registration data on their behalf through the official CGBSE school portal.

Step-by-step registration process for regular students:

• Step 1: Your school collects your personal details, photograph, parent information, and required documents in September–October 2026.
• Step 2: The school logs in to the CGBSE school portal and submits each student’s data online before the deadline.
• Step 3: The registration fee is collected by the school and paid through the designated payment gateway.
• Step 4: CGBSE generates a registration number for each student. The school provides confirmation to the student.
• Step 5: Roll numbers are assigned by CGBSE later, and admit cards are released on the official website before the exam starts.

Registration process for private candidates (ex-students):

• Visit cgbse.nic.in during the registration period.
• Click on the "Private Candidate Registration" link on the homepage.
• Fill in the application form with personal and previous academic details.
• Upload required documents: previous Class 10 attempt marksheet or Class 9 certificate, passport-size photo, and valid photo ID.
• Pay the registration fee online and submit the form.
• Note the application reference number for future tracking.

Registration Fee (based on 2026 pattern):

Note: The exact fee structure for 2027 will be confirmed in the official CGBSE notification. Check cgbse.nic.in for the updated amounts once the notification is out.

Missing the registration deadline means you cannot appear for CGBSE Class 10 2027. Schools are responsible for the submission, but you must ensure your school has all your documents before October 31, 2026. Do not leave this to the last minute.

CGBSE Class 10 2027 Syllabus

The CGBSE Class 10 2027 syllabus is largely NCERT-based, with some Chhattisgarh state-specific additions in Hindi and Social Science. The complete syllabus with unit-wise marks distribution is available as a downloadable PDF on cgbse.nic.in. The key topics for each core subject are listed below.

Hindi

• Grammar (Vyakaran): Noun, Pronoun, Verb, Adjective, Sandhi, Samas, Muhavare, Lokoktiyan
• Literature: Prose and poetry from the CGBSE-prescribed Hindi textbook (aligned with NCERT Sparsh and Sanchayan series)
• Unseen Passage (Apathit Gadyansh): Comprehension of a new, unseen paragraph
• Writing Skills: Formal and informal letter writing, paragraph writing, essay writing
• Practical: Hindi project work (submitted and marked by school)

English

• Reading Comprehension: Unseen factual and literary passages
• Grammar: Tenses, Active and Passive Voice, Direct and Indirect Speech, Prepositions, Conjunctions, Articles
• Writing Skills: Formal and informal letters, notice writing, paragraph and essay writing
• Literature: Prose and poetry from First Flight (NCERT Class 10) and Footprints Without Feet (supplementary reader)
• Practical: Oral English assessment by school

Mathematics

• Real Numbers
• Polynomials
• Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables
• Quadratic Equations
• Arithmetic Progressions
• Triangles (with formal proofs)
• Coordinate Geometry
• Introduction to Trigonometry and its Applications
• Circles
• Constructions (geometric)
• Areas Related to Circles
• Surface Areas and Volumes
• Statistics
• Probability

Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

• Physics: Reflection and Refraction of Light, Human Eye and the Colourful World, Electricity, Magnetic Effects of Electric Current, Sources of Energy
• Chemistry: Chemical Reactions and Equations, Acids Bases and Salts, Metals and Non-Metals, Carbon and its Compounds, Periodic Classification of Elements
• Biology: Life Processes, Control and Coordination, Reproduction in Organisms, Heredity and Evolution, Our Environment, Management of Natural Resources

Social Science

• History: The Rise of Nationalism in Europe, Nationalism in India, The Age of Industrialisation, Print Culture and the Modern World
• Geography: Resources and Development, Forest and Wildlife Resources, Water Resources, Agriculture, Minerals and Energy Resources, Manufacturing Industries, Lifelines of National Economy
• Political Science: Power Sharing, Federalism, Democracy and Diversity, Gender Religion and Caste, Popular Struggles and Movements, Political Parties, Outcomes of Democracy, Challenges to Democracy
• Economics: Development, Sectors of the Indian Economy, Money and Credit, Globalisation and the Indian Economy, Consumer Rights

CGBSE also includes Chhattisgarh-specific content in the Social Science and Hindi syllabi, covering the state’s history, culture, folk traditions, and regional geography. This content is part of the prescribed CGBSE textbooks and may appear in the theory papers.

CGBSE Class 10 2027 Admit Card

The CGBSE Class 10 2027 admit card is expected to be released on cgbse.nic.in in February 2027, a few days before the main theory exams begin. In 2026, the admit card was released on February 18 — three days before the first exam on February 21. You must carry your admit card to every session of the exam. No student is allowed inside the exam hall without a valid, printed admit card.

How to download CGBSE Class 10 2027 Admit Card:

• Step 1: Visit the official website cgbse.nic.in or the student portal vidia.cgbse.nic.in
• Step 2: Click on the "Admit Card 2027" or "Hall Ticket" link on the homepage
• Step 3: Enter your roll number and complete the CAPTCHA verification
• Step 4: Your admit card will appear on the screen
• Step 5: Download it as a PDF and take a printed copy on A4 paper

Details printed on the CGBSE Class 10 Admit Card:

• Student’s full name, father’s name, and mother’s name
• Roll number and registration number
• Name and code of the assigned examination centre
• Subject-wise exam date and timing schedule
• Student’s photograph and signature
• Important instructions for the exam day

Always carry a hard (printed) copy of your admit card to the exam centre every day. A digital copy on a mobile phone is not accepted at exam centres. Carry it with a valid photo ID for identity verification at the gate.

If there is any error on your admit card — wrong name, date of birth, photo mismatch, or incorrect subject — report it to your school immediately and contact CGBSE through the helpdesk on cgbse.nic.in well before the exam date. Errors not corrected before the exam can create entry problems on the day.

CGBSE Class 10 2027 Result

CGBSE Class 10 2027 result is expected to be declared in May 2027. In 2026, the result was announced on April 29, 2026 at 2:30 PM on the official website with a pass percentage of 77.15%. CGBSE typically publishes Class 10 results within 6–7 weeks of the theory exam concluding. The result is available on cgbse.nic.in and the Chhattisgarh government result portal.

How to check CGBSE Class 10 2027 Result:

• Step 1: Visit cgbse.nic.in or results.cg.nic.in on the result declaration date
• Step 2: Click on "Class 10 Result 2027" on the homepage
• Step 3: Enter your roll number and date of birth
• Step 4: Click "View Result" or "Submit"
• Step 5: Your subject-wise marks and overall result will appear
• Step 6: Download and save a copy of the result for reference

What the CGBSE Class 10 2027 Result Shows:

• Subject-wise theory marks and practical marks, shown separately
• Total marks and overall percentage
• Grade in each subject and the cumulative grade
• Overall result status: Pass / Compartment / Fail

Result via DigiLocker: CGBSE results are also available through DigiLocker (digilocker.gov.in). You can access your digital marksheet by creating a DigiLocker account linked to your Aadhaar. The DigiLocker copy is accepted for Class XI admissions and other official purposes. The physical marksheet is distributed by schools after the official result is declared.

Re-evaluation and Re-checking: If you are not satisfied with your marks in any subject, CGBSE allows you to apply for re-checking (recount of marks) or re-evaluation (re-marking of answer sheets). Applications must be submitted within 30 days of the result declaration through cgbse.nic.in, along with the prescribed fee per subject. Results of re-evaluation are usually declared within 4–6 weeks of the application.

CGBSE Class 10 Grading System

CGBSE uses a nine-point grading system to report Class 10 results. Each subject receives an individual grade based on marks scored out of 100. The grade appears on the marksheet alongside the actual marks, so both marks and grade are visible.

To pass CGBSE Class 10, you need at least Grade D (33 marks) in every subject and in the overall aggregate. Getting E1 in one or two subjects means you can still clear those subjects by appearing in the supplementary exam held in July. E2 in any subject means you must re-appear as a private candidate in the following year’s main exam.

About Grace Marks: CGBSE can award up to 10 grace marks in total across all subjects to students who are marginally below the passing threshold. For example, if you score 31 in Mathematics, the board may grant 2 grace marks to push your score to 33. Grace marks are applied at the board’s discretion and are not guaranteed for every student.

CGPA Calculation: CGBSE calculates a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) based on grade points from all five core subjects. Each grade has a corresponding grade point: A1 = 10, A2 = 9, B1 = 8, B2 = 7, C1 = 6, C2 = 5, D = 4. Your CGPA is the average of these five values. The approximate percentage equivalent is CGPA × 9.5 — a CGPA of 9.0 equals about 85.5%.

CGBSE Class 10 Supplementary Exam 2027

The CGBSE Class 10 Supplementary Exam 2027 — also called the Second Main Exam or Compartment Exam — is for students who narrowly fail in one or two subjects in the main exam. It gives these students a chance to clear pending subjects without losing an entire academic year. In 2026, the supplementary exam was held from July 9 to July 21. For 2027, it is expected in July–August 2027, about 2–3 months after the main result is declared.

Who is eligible for the CGBSE Class 10 Supplementary Exam 2027:

• Students who scored E1 grade (21–32 marks) in one or two subjects in the 2027 main exam
• Students who were absent for one or two papers due to a documented medical emergency, at the board’s discretion

Who is NOT eligible:

• Students who scored E2 (below 21 marks) in any subject
• Students who failed in three or more subjects
• Students who did not clear both theory and practical requirements in the same subject

If you score E2 in even one subject, or fail in three or more subjects, you are not eligible for the supplementary exam. You will need to register as a private candidate and appear for the full Class 10 main exam the following year.

How to apply for CGBSE Supplementary Exam 2027:

• Application forms will be available on cgbse.nic.in after the main exam result is declared in May 2027.
• Submit the application through your school within the notified deadline.
• Pay the supplementary exam fee as stated in the official CGBSE notification.

Supplementary Exam Admit Card 2027: The supplementary exam admit card will be available on vidia.cgbse.nic.in about a week before the exam starts. In 2026, it was released on July 2, 2026 — about a week before the exam began on July 9. Enter your roll number to download the supplementary admit card.

After the Supplementary Result: If you pass the supplementary exam, your overall result is updated to "Pass" and you get a revised marksheet. This qualifies you for Class XI admission. Since most schools start Class XI admissions before the supplementary result comes out, apply to schools as soon as your main result is declared and inform them that your supplementary result is pending.

Preparation Tips for CGBSE Class 10 2027

The CGBSE Class 10 2027 exam is expected in February–March 2027. With about 7–8 months still left from July 2026, you have enough time to cover the full syllabus well and revise thoroughly. Here is a subject-by-subject strategy to help you score well.

Start with NCERT Textbooks

CGBSE Class 10 syllabus for Mathematics, Science, Social Science, and English is NCERT-based. Read NCERT textbooks chapter by chapter and solve all in-text questions and end-of-chapter exercises. NCERT is sufficient for most questions in the theory paper. Do not spend time on reference books until you have read each NCERT chapter at least once.

Make a Monthly Study Plan

Divide the available time into three phases: coverage (July–October 2026), practice (November–December 2026), and revision (January–February 2027). Give more daily time to subjects where you are weak. Mathematics and Science need daily problem-solving, while Hindi and Social Science need structured reading sessions.

Mathematics — Practise Every Day

Mathematics needs daily practice to stay sharp. Work through all NCERT exercises before moving to previous year papers. High-weightage topics in CGBSE Class 10 Math include Trigonometry, Quadratic Equations, Triangles (with proofs), Statistics, and Probability. Most CGBSE Math questions are directly from or closely based on NCERT exercises — mastering them is your best strategy.

Science — Treat Physics, Chemistry, and Biology Separately

Science has three distinct parts that need different approaches. Physics requires formula-based numerical practice. Chemistry needs you to memorise reactions, equations, and properties of substances. Biology needs clear diagram drawing — heart, brain, neuron, reproductive systems — and accurate definitions. Study each part on separate days and be regular with school lab practicals, which carry 25 marks per subject.

Social Science — Read, Note, and Map

Social Science needs careful reading of each chapter across History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. Make brief notes with key dates, terms, and cause-effect connections. For Geography, practise locating rivers, natural resources, and industries on the outline map of India — map-based questions appear regularly. Revise each chapter at least twice before the exam.

English — Focus on Grammar Rules and Writing Formats

English questions are predictable if you know the formats. Learn grammar rules for Voice, Tenses, Narration, and Prepositions. Practise formal letter formats, informal letters, notice writing, and essay structures using past year question patterns. For literature, read each prose lesson and poem from First Flight and Footprints Without Feet carefully — questions are based on comprehension and themes, not memorisation.

Do Not Underestimate Hindi

Many students under-prepare Hindi, but it carries 100 marks. Cover grammar rules for Noun, Pronoun, Verb, Sandhi, and Samas. Practise letter writing and essay formats in Hindi. For literature, read each chapter and poem from the prescribed textbook and note the central themes and character summaries.

Solve Previous Year Question Papers

CGBSE Class 10 previous year question papers are freely available on cgbse.nic.in. Solving papers from the last 5 years (2022–2026) helps you understand which topics are asked most often, how questions are phrased, and how to manage 3 hours across 75 marks. Try to finish each mock paper 15–20 minutes early so you can review your answers before time runs out.

Revision in January 2027

By January 2027, you should have completed the full syllabus at least once. Use January and early February for rapid revision — go through short notes, formula sheets, and key diagrams every day. Solve at least one previous year paper per subject in the two weeks before the exam under timed conditions. Focus on accuracy and speed, not learning new content in this phase.