CBSE Class 10th Science Exam 2025: Important Tips, Exam Timing Last Minute Preparation Guide

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The CBSE Class 10 Science Exam is scheduled to be held tomorrow, February 20, 2025, and students across the country are gearing up for this crucial paper. With more than 24 lakh students appearing for the CBSE 10th board exams, it’s essential to be fully prepared and confident for the big day.

This article covers last-minute preparation tips, exam timing, and important resources to help you perform your best! Let’s dive in.

CBSE Class 10 Science Exam 2025 Key Details

  • Exam Date: February 20, 2025
  • Exam Timing: 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
  • Reporting Time: Reach your exam center at least 30 minutes early (by 10:00 AM).
  • Mandatory Items: Admit card, pens, and other stationery (no gadgets allowed).
  • Total Duration: 3 hours

Last-Minute Preparation Tips for CBSE Class 10 Science Exam

1. Focus on Revision, Not New Topics

  • Avoid picking up new concepts at the last moment.
  • Focus on revising what you’ve already studied.
  • Pay extra attention to important formulas, definitions, and diagrams.

2. Follow Your Teacher’s Important Topics

  • Go through the topics and questions your teacher emphasized during classes.
  • Revise chemical reactions, physics numerical, and biology diagrams thoroughly.

3. Use NCERT Exemplar & Sample Papers

  • Download and solve NCERT Exemplar questions—they often appear in board exams.
  • Visit the CBSE official website to get the latest Science sample papers.
  • Solving sample papers helps you manage time and understand the exam pattern.

4. Practice Previous Year’s Papers

  • Download the last 5 years’ question papers and identify frequently asked questions.
  • Focus on topics that are repeated every year.

5. Avoid Rote Learning (Ratta)

  • Instead of memorizing, try to understand the concepts—especially in Science.
  • Conceptual clarity helps you recall answers better during the exam.

On Exam Day Important Guidelines

Exam Details

Information

Exam Name

CBSE Board Examination

 (Annual)

Conducting Body

Central Board of Secondary Education

Class

Class 10 and 12

Session

2024-25

CBSE Date sheet 2025 Release Date

December 12, 2024 (Tentatively)

CBSE Admit Card Release Date

February, 2025

Class 10 & 12 CBSE exam dates 2025

Class 10:- February 15th to March 18th, 2025

Class 12:- February 15th 2025 to April 4th, 2025

10th, 12th Compartment CBSE exam dates 2025

July 01 to July 15, 2025

CBSE Admit Card Release Date for Supplementary Exams

June 25, 2025

CBSE 10th, 12th Compartment Results

August 2025

Official Website

www.cbse.gov.in

1. Reach the Exam Center Early:

  • Be at the center 30 minutes before the exam (by 10:00 AM).
  • Latecomers will not be allowed to enter the exam hall.

2. Carry Essential Items:

  • Admit card (mandatory for entry).
  • Pens, pencils, eraser, and scale (avoid borrowing in the exam hall).

3. Time Management:

  • Read the question paper carefully in the first 15 minutes (Reading Time).
  • Start with the questions you know well to build confidence.
  • Allocate time wisely to avoid missing out on long-answer questions.

Recommended Resources for Class 10 Science Preparation

  • NCERT Textbook & Exemplar: Covers the entire syllabus with practice questions.
  • CBSE Official Sample Papers: Available for free on the CBSE website.
  • Online Mock Tests: Practice solving papers within the 3-hour time limit.

What to Avoid Before the Exam?

  • Don’t stay up late the night before get 7-8 hours of sleep.
  •  Avoid unnecessary stress stay calm and positive.
  • Don’t forget your admit card you won’t be allowed inside without it.