New Delhi. CBSE has made important changes in the curriculum and evaluation system for the academic session 2026-27 for class 9th and for the session 2027-28 when the same batch reaches class 10th. 'Individuals in Society', 'Critical Thinking (CT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) module' and 'Environmental Education' in class 10 will not be included in the curriculum of the students of this batch.
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Vocational education will be mandatory in the new system. For this, students will have to opt for 'skill development' or any one of the 22 skill subjects notified by the board. The method of evaluating both options will be different. There will be internal assessment at the school level in skill development, while the student choosing any one of the 22 skill subjects will have to appear for the board examination of the concerned subject in class 10th.
Nine subjects are compulsory in ninth, freedom to choose one optional subject
According to CBSE, students of current class 9th (2026-27) and class 10th (2027-28) of the same batch will have to study nine compulsory subjects. These include three languages, mathematics, science, social science, arts education, physical education and wellness and vocational education. Along with languages, the list of optional subjects also includes subjects like Music, Painting, Home Science, NCC, Computer Application, Business and Book Keeping and Accountancy. If the student chooses a language as an optional subject, it should be different from the three languages already chosen.
AI, data science and agriculture also included in 22 skill subjects
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The 22 employable and skill-based subjects that connect students with practical skills along with traditional academic studies include Retail, Information Technology, Security, Automotive, Agriculture, Tourism, Banking & Insurance, Healthcare, Marketing & Sales, Food Production, Beauty & Wellness, Multimedia, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Electronics & Hardware, and Design Thinking & Innovation. Apart from this, there are also subjects like Physical Activity Trainer and Foundation Skills related to Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology.
Board exam of five main subjects in 10th
There are five main subjects scheduled for class 10th board examination in 2027-28. These are first language (R-1), second language (R-2), mathematics, science and social science. Apart from these, there will also be board examination for the optional subject chosen by the student, Advanced Mathematics, Advanced Science and the subject chosen from 22 skill subjects. Third language (R-3), arts education and physical education and welfare will be evaluated at the school level.
School will give certificate in skill development on 33 percent marks
Students will not have to appear for board exams in skill development subjects. The concerned school will issue its certificate to the students who obtain at least 33 percent marks in the internal assessment at the school level. On the contrary, the marks and grades of students choosing any subject from the 22 skill subjects will be recorded in the mark sheet issued by the board. Upon passing, the student will also receive an NSQF certificate.