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

Council of Higher Secondary Education, Odisha 2026 ( Odisha CHSE )

Md Shahzad
Updated on Jun 17, 2026 18:52 IST

By Md Shahzad, Assistant Manager – Editorial 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 exam Pattern 2026: Overview
  • Subject-wise CHSE Odisha Class 12 Marking Scheme 2026
  • Odisha CHSE Exam Pattern 2026: Exam Sections and Important Topics
  • FAQs on Odisha CHSE Pattern
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Odisha CHSE exam Pattern 2026: Overview

Students can check the CHSE Odisha exam pattern 2026 in the table below:

Particulars

Details

Conducting Body

Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE), Odisha

Exam Mode

Offline (Pen-and-Paper)

Exam Duration

3 Hours

Total Marks

Generally 100 Marks per subject

Question Types

MCQs, Very Short Answer, Short Answer, and Long Answer Questions

Practical Subjects

70 Marks Theory + 30 Marks Practical

Project-Based Subjects

80 Marks Theory + 20 Marks Project

Non-Practical Subjects

80 Marks Theory + 20 Marks Internal Assessment

Passing Marks

Minimum 33% in the theory paper and overall qualifying marks as prescribed by CHSE

Streams Covered

Science, Commerce, Arts, and Vocational

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Will Odisha CHSE board exams be conducted twice a year?
A: 

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.

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

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%. 

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

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.

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Subject-wise CHSE Odisha Class 12 Marking Scheme 2026

The students can check the Odisha CHSE marking scheme 2026 in the table below:

Subject

Theory Marks

Practical/Internal Marks

Total Marks

Physics

70

30 (Practical)

100

Chemistry

70

30 (Practical)

100

Biology

70

30 (Practical)

100

Computer Science

70

30 (Practical)

100

Geography

70

30 (Practical)

100

Psychology

70

30 (Practical)

100

Mathematics

80

20 (Internal Assessment)

100

English (Compulsory)

80

20 (Internal Assessment)

100

Alternative English

80

20 (Internal Assessment)

100

Odia / MIL

80

20 (Internal Assessment)

100

History

80

20 (Internal Assessment)

100

Political Science

80

20 (Internal Assessment)

100

Economics

80

20 (Internal Assessment)

100

Accountancy

80

20 (Internal Assessment)

100

Business Studies

80

20 (Internal Assessment)

100

Read: Odisha CHSE Question Papers 2026

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How to download the Odisha CHSE exam Pattern 2026?
A: 

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.
Q:   What is a good score for Odisha CHSE exam?
A: 

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. 

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

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. 

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Odisha CHSE Exam Pattern 2026: Exam Sections and Important Topics

The space below the table includes the Odisha CHSE Exam Sections and Important Topics:

Subject

Exam Sections

Important Topics

Physics

Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetism, Electromagnetic Induction, Optics, Modern Physics

Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetism, EMI & AC, Ray and Wave Optics, Atoms, Nuclei, Semiconductor Electronics

Chemistry

Physical, Organic, and Inorganic Chemistry

Solutions, Electrochemistry, Chemical Kinetics, Coordination Compounds, Haloalkanes & Haloarenes, Alcohols, Aldehydes, Biomolecules

Biology

Botany and Zoology

Reproduction, Genetics & Evolution, Human Health and Disease, Biotechnology, Ecology and Environment

Mathematics

Relations & Functions, Algebra, Calculus, Vectors & 3D Geometry

Matrices, Determinants, Continuity & Differentiability, Integrals, Differential Equations, Probability, Vectors, Three-Dimensional Geometry

English

Reading, Writing, Grammar, Literature

Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Letter Writing, Essays, Textbook Chapters and Poems

Odia / MIL

Reading, Writing, Grammar, Literature

Grammar, Comprehension, Essay Writing, Letter Writing, Prescribed Prose and Poetry Lessons

History

Indian and World History

Harappan Civilization, Mughal Period, Colonial Rule, Indian National Movement, Partition of India

Political Science

Indian Politics and Contemporary World Politics

Constitution, Federalism, Rights, Elections, Political Parties, Globalisation, International Organisations

Economics

Macroeconomics and Indian Economic Development

National Income, Money and Banking, Government Budget, Economic Reforms, Development and Planning

Accountancy

Partnership and Company Accounts

Partnership Accounts, Share Capital, Debentures, Financial Statements, Ratio Analysis

Business Studies

Principles and Functions of Management

Planning, Organising, Staffing, Marketing, Financial Management, Consumer Protection

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can I appear for Odisha CHSE exams in English medium?
A: 

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

Q:   Is it easy to pass Odisha CHSE exam?
A: 

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.

Q:   What is the marking scheme of the CHSE Odisha exam?
A: 

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.  

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FAQs on Odisha CHSE Pattern

Check FAQs below.

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

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

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

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

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

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. 

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

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

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

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

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?
A: 

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:   Is there negative marking in the Odisha CHSE exam?
A: 

There is no negative marking in the Odisha CHSE exam. Odisha CHSE result 2026 was announced in May 2026.

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

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

Q:   Can I clear Odisha CHSE exam in one month?
A: 

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.

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