CBSE Class 11 (school exam) — exam pattern
CBSE pattern · School boards · Yearly · checked 2026-10-19
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Theory per subject
Written · 3 h · Negative marking: None · 33 questions · 100 marks
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCQ & case-based | 18 | 30 | 30% |
| Short & long answer | 15 | 40 | 40% |
| Internal / practical | — | 30 | 30% |
Subjects in our question bank
Years available: 2020, 2019, 2018
Frequently asked
- How many questions are there in CBSE Class 11 (school exam)?
- Theory per subject: 33 questions, 100 marks, 3 h.
- Is there negative marking in CBSE Class 11 (school exam)?
- Theory per subject: None.
- Who can apply for CBSE Class 11 (school exam)?
- School boards. Held yearly by CBSE pattern.