Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) 2024

Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) 2024

Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) is the official education board in the state of Punjab. It is responsible for the dissemination of education across the state. PSEB came into existence under a legislative enactment in November 1969. PSEB has been created to develop and promote education in the state. PSEB prepares the curriculum, syllabus and academic activities of the classes. 

The board provides education through primary, middle, matriculation and senior secondary levels. Classes 1 to 7 are primary classes, classes 7 to 9 are middle school classes, Class 10 is the matriculation class, and 11 and 12 are senior secondary classes. The schools in Punjab that are affiliated with PSEB follow the rules and regulations set by the board. They implement the curriculum and textbooks the board prescribes for all their classes.

Punjab Board Class 12 Exam 2023

Application Process: July 2024 (Tentative)

Exam Date: March 2024 (Tentative)

The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) conducts the Class 12 board examination every year. PSEB also prescribes the curriculum, syllabus and exam pattern for the Class 12 examination. The board has adopted the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) based syllabus for senior secondary education. Therefore, the textbook...

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PSEB Board Grading System / Marking Scheme

The PSEB grading system is the classification of result according to the marks secured by the students in their respective class’s final examination. The marking scheme helps students to know what grade they will guarantee on obtaining a certain percentage. Thus, the students need to know their classes’ Punjab Board grading system. The grading system is different for board and non-board examinations. In the tables below, we have provided the PSEB grading system for primary classes and Class 10 and 12.

PSEB Grading System for Primary Classes

The PSEB grading system for primary classes depends on the percentage scored by the students in the annual examination. The higher the marks, the higher the grade and remark will be. The grading system consists of grades from A* to D. A* is awarded to students who obtain more than 90% marks in the final exam, and the remark attached is Outstanding. Grade D is the lowest grade given to students with less than 35% in the exam. Such students must study harder, improve their understanding of the chapters, and perform well in the final examination. 

PUNJAB BOARD CLASS 11 Exam

Application Process: September/October 2023 (Tentative)

Exam Date: March 2024 (Tentative)

The Punjab board, also known as the Punjab Board of Secondary Education (PSEB), is a state-level government educational board. It is responsible for setting the guidelines and rules for primary, secondary and senior secondary education for the schools affiliated with the board. The Punjab Board Class 11 exam is conducted...

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PSEB Secondary School Grading System

PSEB grading system for Class 10 and Class 12 is done on a 7-point scale. The highest value is given to A+, while D is the lowest grade. The grade points are also allocated to students depending on their range of marks. Grade points range from 10 being the highest to 4 being the lowest. Students preparing for the secondary and higher secondary exam should be aware of the grading system so that they put in their best efforts to obtain maximum marks in the final exam. The PSEB secondary school grading system is tabulated below:

NCERT Textbooks for PSEB Board

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) prepares the textbooks for classes 1 to 12. Subject experts curate these NCERT textbooks. The information is updated occasionally as per the latest happening in the topics. It is done to keep the students up-to-date with the current developments in the concept field. Many state education boards and CBSE prescribe the NCERT syllabus for their primary, secondary and senior secondary classes. 

NCERT’s main objectives are to conduct and promote fundamental knowledge of the concepts among students in their respective academic years. NCERT also does research in the areas of education. It prepares, publishes and distributes textbooks, solutions, additional reading material, etc., for the teachers and students. 

Punjab Board Class 10

Application Process: July 2024 (Tentative)

Exam Date: March 2024 (Tentative)

The Punjab State Education Board (PSEB) was established in 1969 under the legislative act of the Punjab State Assembly to provide education in Punjab. However, in 1987, an amendment was made to change the previous act to give Punjab School Education Board self-governance (PSEB). The Punjab Board of Education is...

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NCERT Textbooks Solutions

The NCERT solutions are books that answer all the intext exercises in the NCERT chapters. The NCERT solutions have an essential role in students’ studies. They help them know how to answer a specific question in the best possible way. Students can also do self-studies with NCERT Solutions and cross-check their answers against the ones given in NCERT Solutions. Thus, it builds a strong foundation in the chapter topics and improves their chances of securing excellent marks in the final exam.

Once students learn a topic, they should refer to NCERT Solutions for practice. It will enhance their answer-writing efficiency and problem-solving skills. We have provided NCERT Solutions for classes 6 to 12 in the table below. These NCERT solutions have been created by Embibe’s subject specialists, with detailed and step-wise answers to the questions. 

PSEB Board Previous Year Question Papers

One of the most effective ways of preparing for PSEB Class 10 and Class 12 board exams is to solve the previous year’s question papers for the same. Solving them will not leave anything to assumption, and students will know the exact paper pattern, the types of questions asked and how to answer all the necessary questions within the stipulated time. 

Punjab Board Class 9

Application Process: July or August 2023 (Tentative)

Exam Date: February/March 2024 (Expected)

The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) conducts the Class 9 exams every year. The board was established in 1969 after legislative approval. PSEB primarily targets the development and promotion of secondary education in Punjab and governs every aspect of school education in the state. PSEB is mainly concerned with improving...

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PSEB Board Exam Sample Papers

Students should solve the sample papers for PSEB Board for their respective classes. Sample papers help students know the paper pattern; thus, students can create their own method of solving the question paper. Many students first answer the difficult sections first, and the easy ones later, and it is vice versa for others. Thus practising PSEB Board exam sample papers will help students to know which way of solving the question paper is most suitable for them. 

Also, students who practice sample papers get various questions to answer. Thus, it further deepens their understanding of the topics and helps them learn how to answer tricky questions that require implementing more than one concept. Refer to the table below for PSEB sample papers for classes 6 to 12.

PSEB Board Practice and Mock Tests

Students who attempt mock tests for their PSEB class exam have a good chance of securing much higher scores in the final examination than their classmates. It is because students get a simulated experience of the actual test while taking mock tests. They must answer all necessary questions within the allotted time and learn to review their answers before submitting their answer sheets. Embibe’s mock tests provide detailed feedback on the test performance. This helps students focus on the areas they need urgent attention. The links to take PSEB Board mock tests for classes 6 to 12 are tabulated below:

Punjab Board Class 8

Application Process: Soon Announced

Exam Date: February / March 2024 (Anticipated)

Students are advised to be creative and take up challenges; after a swift move from 7th to 8th, students usually start shaping their future studying choices. Exploring new topics and taking up new subjects for their studies must be their prime objectives. Here’s a brief overview of PSEB:  Punjab School...

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PSEB Practical Exams

The Punjab School Education Board conducts practical exams as a part of the annual exam. A portion of the total marks is allocated to the practical examination. For classes 10 and 12, the practical examination is conducted nearly one month before the beginning of the theory examination. Students should take the practical exams seriously. They must clear the practical tests as well. They also provide an excellent opportunity to improve their aggregate marks in a subject. 

PSEB Compartmental Exams

PSEB compartment exams are conducted for students who fail in one or more subjects in the class 10 and 12 board examinations. Students who want to appear for the compartment exam must register separately. The registration is conducted after the declaration of the regular exam results. Students who also fail the compartment exam must reappear for the regular examination in the next session.

Important Topics Videos to Focus on for PSEB Board Exams

Students must pay attention to all the chapter topics equally. However, there can be certain topics that are more important than others. Students can understand such concepts better with the help of Embibe 3D interactive videos. 

Punjab School Education Board Digital Initiatives

The Punjab School Education Board has undertaken various digital initiatives to improve the education system across the State. Some of the key digital initiatives taken by PSEB are given below:

EDUSAT Content through Satellite Network (ROT)

It enhances the learning capacity of students by providing quality E-content for understanding their concepts quickly. In remote areas lacking teachers and communication networks, Edusat ROT (satcom) is extremely important in providing education, motivational lectures, coaching, assistance in examination preparation, etc.

E-Books and Month-wise eBook Distribution

E-books were created during the lockdown to provide all students access to reading material. Month-wise eBook distribution is for students of classes 1 to 12 to make content available in different forms. 

Punjab Board Class 7

Application Process: To Be Announced

Exam Date: February or April 2024 (Expected)

Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) is one of the most popular state boards that conduct exams for Classes 1 to 12 in Punjab, India. Headquartered in SAS Nagar, Mohali, PSEB was established in 1969 after legislative approval. It primarily targets the development and promotion of Secondary Education in Punjab and...

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Key Points of PSEB Board

The key points that make PSEB one of the best state education boards in India are as follows:

• PSEB makes necessary arrangements for a smooth undertaking of examinations at the school level. The Board conducts examinations at the middle, matriculation and senior secondary level.
• PSEB prescribes the syllabus for studies and textbooks for classes 1 to 12. It has a dedicated academic wing of subject experts for all the major subjects. 
• PSEB is responsible for creating, updating, compiling, publishing, and printing the textbooks.

PSEB Notes and Revision Notes

Reading an entire textbook for each subject is only possible after the exam. Thus, students must create notes while studying, which they can refer to while doing self-studies and revision. To help students save time and spend time practising sample questions and mock tests more efficiently, we have provided PSEB notes for classes 6 to 12. Students are, however, advised to make their notes as self-hand-written notes can be remembered better. Nonetheless, students can use the PSEB and revision notes provided in the table below to review the chapters and strengthen their base on the topics.

Punjab Board Class 6

Application Process: Soon Announced

Exam Date: February / March 2024 (Anticipated)

Punjab state has its own board and autonomous bodies to conduct exams in each level of course. Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) is the official authority to organise exams for classes 1 to 12. PSEB is also responsible for laying academic guidelines for schools affiliated with it. The department also...

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FAQs on Punjab Board (PSEB)

Here are some frequently asked questions regarding PSEB: