CBSE Class 8 is a board exam, or not?

The CBSE Class 8 examination is not a board examination in the same sense as the CBSE Class 10 or Class 12 examinations. It is an assessment conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) for students studying in Class 8 in schools affiliated with the board. It is not a mandatory examination and is usually conducted as an internal assessment by the schools. Students who do well in the Class 8 assessment may be eligible for certain privileges or benefits, such as being placed in advanced classes or being given a merit certificate. However, it is not considered a formal board examination like the Class 10 and Class 12 exams, which are necessary for a student to complete their secondary education and progress to higher studies.

CBSE Class 8 is a board exam, or not?  

CBSE Syllabus for Class 8

The CBSE Class 8 syllabus is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in a range of subjects, including:

  1. English: Reading and writing skills, grammar, literature, and comprehension
  2. Mathematics: Numbers, algebra, geometry, and basic concepts of trigonometry
  3. Science: Physical, chemical, and biological processes, scientific methods and practices
  4. Social Science: History, geography, civics, and economics
  5. Sanskrit: Reading, writing, and comprehension of the Sanskrit language
  6. Hindi: Reading, writing, and comprehension of the Hindi language
  7. Other languages: Students have the option to study other languages such as French, Spanish, German, etc.

The CBSE Class 8 syllabus also includes elements of co-curricular activities, such as physical education, health and hygiene, and art education. The specific topics covered in each subject may vary slightly depending on the specific textbook or curriculum being used by the school. You can find more detailed information about the CBSE Class 8 syllabus on the CBSE website (cbse.nic.in) or by contacting your child's school.