Academics - Examination System

New Examination System - JK Directorate of School Education

The JK Directorate of School Education has implemented a revised evaluation system to ensure continuous and comprehensive assessment of students throughout the academic year.

1. School-Based Assessment (SBA)

• Covers 20% of the total marks in each subject.

• Conducted at the school level by the concerned subject teachers.

• Focuses on continuous assessment through:

  • Class tests

  • Assignments

  • Projects

  • Oral assessments

  • Attendance & participation

• Conducted at regular intervals throughout the academic session.

• Promotes a stress-free learning environment and encourages regular study habits.

• Marks are submitted to the respective Zonal Education Office as part of final results.

2. Term-End / Final Examination

• Accounts for 80% of the total marks in each subject.

• Conducted at the end of the academic session as per the calendar issued by the Directorate.

• Set and evaluated by external bodies or as directed by the board.

• Emphasizes conceptual understanding, analytical skills, and proper presentation.

• Helps evaluate the overall academic progress of the student.

• Includes both theory and practical exams where applicable.

Key Features of the New System

• Ensures a balanced evaluation of academic performance.

• Reduces the pressure of a single annual examination.

• Encourages active participation in day-to-day learning activities.

• Promotes development of critical thinking and creativity through projects and assignments.

• Final results are a combination of SBA (20%) and Final Exam (80%).