What is a good score for Odisha CHSE exam?

A score above 90 % is considered as an outstanding score in Odisha CHSE exam. Total score above 80% is good to get into reputed colleges for higher studies. A score between 70 to 80 percentage is also not bad.

Is it easy to pass Odisha CHSE exam?

It is considered that Odisha CHSE exam is an easy exam. In 2025, the pass percentage was 82.77%. Hence it is an easy exam as compared to other 12th board exams. With proper revison, students can easily clear the Odisha 12th exam.

What is the marking scheme of the CHSE Odisha exam?

Odisha CHSE exam is held for 100 marks for each subject. The marks is divided into 70 for theory and 30 for practical, for exams with practicals. The total marks for subjects with practicals are 100, of which 70 are for theory while 30 marks are for the practical examination. The total marks are 100 for the subjects which do not have any practical exams.

Will I get any rank in the Odisha CHSE exam 2026?

If you are able to score 95% or more, you will be one among the toppers. Odisha CHSE board release toppers list after the CHSE Odisha result 2026. Last year, Science topper scored 93.5% and arts topper scored, 94.33%.

Will Odisha CHSE board exams be conducted twice a year?

Education Ministry of India announced that Boards will conduct Board exams 2 times year from the academic session 2025-26. Students will be allowed to retain the best score. However, Odisha CHSE is yet to release any official notification in this regard. The Ministry also announced that students of Class 9, 10 will be required to learn three languages, two of which will be Indian languages. Class 11 and 12 students will need to learn two languages, one of which will be Indian.

Will the Odisha CHSE 12th Board exams 2026 be based on 100% syllabus?

Yes, CHSE 12th exams 2026 will be based on 100% syllabus. Students can check the CHSE 12th syllabus 2026 by clicking on the link provided. Students must finish with their syllabus and know the exam pattern well at least a month prior to the exam. This way they'll be better prepared for the exams

Is there negative marking in the Odisha CHSE exam?

There is no negative marking in the Odisha CHSE exam. Odisha CHSE result 2026 will be released in May 2026.

Can I clear Odisha CHSE exam in one month?

Students can clear Odisha CHSE exam with proper preparation. They should make a proper time table and follow it. They should learn 5 to 6 hours daily to clear exam in one month. They should solve and learn previous year question papers. They should learn repeated questions . Making short notes of important topics is important.

Odisha CHSE Exam Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

Q: How to download the Odisha CHSE exam Pattern 2026?

Students can read the below steps to download Odisha CHSE question pattern 2026. Visit the official website - chseodisha.nic.in/ Under notification, click on circular ' Clarification regarding question pattern' A new window will be opened showing the question pattern Download and save for future reference.

Updated on Mar 19, 2026 14:12 IST

By Salviya Antony, Senior Executive - Content

Overview

Odisha CHSE Exam Pattern 2026: The Council of Higher Secondary Education, (CHSE) Odisha released Odisha CHSE exam pattern 2026 on the official website. As per the CHSE Odisha pattern 2026, students will have to appear for 80 mark theory exam. 20 marks will be allotted for internal assessment. Students have to score at least 24 marks in theory, to clear the exam. The new CHSE Odisha pattern of questions will be applicable for regular students registered in 2023 only of Arts, Science, Commerce and vocational streams appearing from the CHSE Board Exam 2025.

For subjects with projects, there will be 80 marks in theory and 20 for projects. As per the new pattern of the Odisha CHSE exam 2026, subjects with practicals will have 70 marks for theory and 30 marks for practical examinations. Odisha CHSE dates 2026 were out on Dec 3, 2025.

Table of contents

Odisha CHSE Question Pattern 2026 - Download PDF
How to Download the Odisha CHSE exam Pattern 2026?
Odisha CHSE Exam Pattern 2026 - Mathematics
Odisha CHSE Exam Pattern 2026 - Physics
FAQs on Odisha CHSE Pattern

Odisha CHSE Question Pattern 2026 - Download PDF

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Odisha CHSE Question Pattern 2025	Download PDF

The internal marks will not be added to the theory marks to determine pass or fail. Students have to write 40 to 50 words in 2 mark questions and 60-80 words in 3 mark questions. Similarly, they have to write 120-150 words in five-mark questions and 300-350 words in eight-mark questions. Knowing the Odisha CHSE pattern 2026 helps students to know the marking scheme and thus prepre accordingly.

The time duration for most of the exams ranges from 2 to 3 hours.
The total marks are 100 for the subjects that do not have any practical exams.

Students appearing for the Class 12 examinations of Odisha Board must go through the entire Odisha CHSE Syllabus 2026 as well as the Odisha CHSE exam pattern to ace the examinations. The Odisha CHSE Result 2026 will be released for all the three streams.

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Odisha CHSE Question Papers 2026

How to Download the Odisha CHSE exam Pattern 2026?

Students can read the below steps to download CHSE question pattern.

Open the official website - chseodisha.nic.in/
Under notification, click on circular ' Notification for Question pattern for AHSE 2026'
A new window will be opened showing the question pattern
Download and save for future reference.

Students who are appearing for the Odisha CHSE exam 2026 should go through the CHSE Odisha prep tips 2026 and score high marks. They are advised to solve the Odisha CHSE model question papers so that they will get get an idea of the level of questions. Regular revision is mandatory for achieving better scores. Students should not forget to carry the CHSE 12th admit card 2026. They must leave for the examination centre keeping in mind the weather, traffic conditions etc. They should reach the exam centre half hour before the time. They should also carry the required stationery items and water bottle if needed.

Odisha CHSE Exam Pattern 2026 - Mathematics

Given below is the screen shot of the last years' Odisha CHSE exam pattern for Mathematics.

Odisha CHSE Exam Pattern 2026 - Physics

Given below is the screen shot of the Odisha CHSE exam pattern for Physics.

Odisha CHSE Prep Tips 2026

FAQs on Odisha CHSE Pattern

Check FAQs below.

Q: How many attempts are allowed for Odisha CHSE exam?

Odisha CHSE conducts Odisha CHSE 12th board exam once in a year. Those who do not clear the CHSE 12th board exam can appear for the CHSE 12th supplementary exam.

Q: Can we attempt both questions, if a choice is given to attempt any one of the questions in the Class 12 board exam?

The students should read the guidelines given on Class 12 board exam question paper. Doing both options will take time. So they should read the questions and the answer should be written for the one they know well.

Q: What is the mode for declaration of Odisha CHSE result 2026?

Odisha CHSE result 2026 will be released online. The CHSE result 2026 will be released via press meet. Then the students can check their CHSE Odisha 12th result 2026 on official website - results.odisha.gov.in/.

Q: Is it necessary to go through the Odisha CHSE syllabus 2026?

Those students preparing for the Odisha CHSE exam 2026, must go through the Odisha CHSE syllabus 2026 . This will help them to know the topics covered in the Odisha CHSE exam. It will help students to know the exam pattern and difficulty level.
It also gives idea about the marking scheme of the exam. Understanding the syllabus helps students to boost the preparation.

Q: Can I appear for Odisha CHSE exams in English medium?

Yes, students can appear for Odisha 12th class exams in English medium by filling in their preference in the application form.

Q: What should be the next step after checking the result of Odisha CHSE?

Schools will distribute the Odisha CHSE mark list after the results. Students have to collect their CHSE marklist from their schools. They can start applying for degree courses, professional courses etc. after Odisha 12th result 2026. Those who fail, can appear for supplementary exam.

Q: What are the streams of subjects that are offered by the CHSE Odisha?

CHSE Odisha offers three streams of subjects for the students. The streams offred by CHSE Odisha are Science, Commerce and Arts/Humanities. Students can select the streams as per their choice.

Q: Will the CHSE Odisha release the topper list along with Odisha 12th result 2026?

The CHSE Odisha is expected to release the topper list along with Odisha 12th result 2026. Once released, students can check the toppers list on the official website.

Q: Which college can I get admission, if I score above 80% in Odisha CHSE board exam 2026?

80% score in Odisha CHSE exam is considered as a good mark to get into reputed colleges. Students can apply for merit seat for degree courses in top colleges. Also they can apply for engineering through state level entrance for colleges accepting 12th marks.