{"id":11092,"date":"2025-10-07T14:23:13","date_gmt":"2025-10-07T14:23:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/bh\/blog\/icse-marking-scheme\/"},"modified":"2026-04-23T14:28:55","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T14:28:55","slug":"icse-marking-scheme","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/bh\/blog\/icse-marking-scheme\/","title":{"rendered":"ICSE Marking Scheme &#8211; Subjects, Weightage &amp; Evaluation Process"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Parents often choose<\/strong> the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/bh\/blog\/igcse-vs-icse\/#What_is_the_ICSE_Board\"><strong>Indian Certificate of Secondary Education<\/strong><\/a>\r\n or <strong>ICSE board in India for kids due to its in-depth <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/bh\/blog\/what-is-curriculum-in-education\/\"><strong>curriculum<\/strong><\/a>\r\n, a balanced <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/bh\/blog\/importance-of-learning\/#What_is_Learning\"><strong>learning<\/strong><\/a>\r\n and effective evaluation process.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students appear in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.icseindia.in\/\"><strong>ICSE board<\/strong><\/a> examination but many remain unsure about various questions like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em>How Marks are Distributed?&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>How Do Internal Assessments Matter?&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>How Practicals or Projects are Evaluated?<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To get all the answers one must understand the <strong>ICSE Marking Scheme<\/strong>. It <strong>helps learners to ensure fairness, consistency, and transparency in results.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this blog we will understand <strong>ICSE marking scheme subject-wise, grading system, evaluation method, and effective <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/bh\/blog\/how-to-get-good-marks-in-exam\/\"><strong>ways to get good marks in exams<\/strong><\/a>\r\n.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is the ICSE Marking Scheme?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/What-is-the-ICSE-Marking-Scheme.webp\" alt=\"What is the ICSE Marking Scheme?\" class=\"wp-image-26431\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The ICSE marking scheme is a <strong>method of distributing marks based on subjects, components, and exams.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ICSE uses a 9-point scale (1-9) for external exams where Grade 1 is highest and Grades 8-9 indicate failure&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It helps students to calculate based on <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/bh\/blog\/rote-learning\/\"><strong>rote learning<\/strong><\/a>\r\n, <strong>application, creativity, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/bh\/blog\/problem-solving\/\"><strong>problem-solving<\/strong><\/a>\r\n, and analytical thinking<\/strong>. Some key points in ICSE marking scheme includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Internal Assessment Weightage<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/1.-Internal-Assessment-Weightage.webp\" alt=\"1. Internal Assessment Weightage\" class=\"wp-image-26432\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>weightage of internal <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/bh\/blog\/difference-between-assessment-and-evaluation\/#What_is_Assessment\"><strong>assessment<\/strong><\/a>\r\n in most of the ICSE subjects carry 20% of overall.<\/strong> It includes <strong>project work, assignments, periodic tests, and class participation.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. External Examination Weightage<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/2.-External-Examination-Weightage.webp\" alt=\"2. External Examination Weightage\" class=\"wp-image-26433\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>weightage of external examination is conducted by Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations which includes 80%<\/strong> weight based on written examination.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Practical Examination Marks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/3.-Practical-Examination-Marks.webp\" alt=\"3. Practical Examination Marks\" class=\"wp-image-26436\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Practical examination<\/strong> marks are included by teachers on various subjects like <strong>Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Applications<\/strong>, etc.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These examinations are mainly <strong>between 20 and 30 marks where teachers observe students&#8217; hands-on experience<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Project Work Evaluation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/4.-Project-Work-Evaluation.webp\" alt=\"4. Project Work Evaluation\" class=\"wp-image-26437\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Project work evaluation<\/strong> is one of the most important parts in which learners get marks and appreciation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Subjects for example, History, Geography, Environmental <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/bh\/blog\/what-is-education\/\"><strong>Education<\/strong><\/a>\r\n, and English Literature are evaluated by the teacher.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Content accuracy, originality, research quality, and presentation are primarily observed.<\/strong><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>ICSE Grading System Explained<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/ICSE-Grading-System-Explained.webp\" alt=\"ICSE Grading System Explained\" class=\"wp-image-26438\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>ICSE Grading System considers both raw marks and grades to guide parents, teachers and students.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Grade to Percentage Conversion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/1.-Grade-to-Percentage-Conversion.webp\" alt=\"1. Grade to Percentage Conversion\" class=\"wp-image-26439\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is a table representation of <strong>Grade to Percentage Conversion<\/strong> and vice versa:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>S No.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Grade<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Percentage<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Remarks<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>1.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">A1<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">91-100%<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Outstanding<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>2.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">A2<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">81-90%<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Excellent<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>3.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">B1<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">71-80%<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Very good<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>4.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">B2<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">61-70%<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Good<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>5.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">C1<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">51-60%<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Satisfactory<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>6.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">C2<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">41-50%<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Acceptable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>7.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">D<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">33-40%<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Below average<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>8.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">E<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Below 33%<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Fail<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. How Grades are Calculated?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/2.-How-Grades-are-Calculated.webp\" alt=\"2. How Grades are Calculated?\" class=\"wp-image-26440\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To calculate first <strong>raw marks both from internal assessment and external examination is added to generate the percentage Out of 100.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Later, the <strong>percentage is matched with the above-mentioned table<\/strong> to map the grade.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, <strong>students must pass a minimum of five subjects including English to pass the year.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Subject-Wise ICSE Marking Scheme<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/Subject-Wise-ICSE-Marking-Scheme.webp\" alt=\"Subject-Wise ICSE Marking Scheme\" class=\"wp-image-26441\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The ICSE curriculum is divided into groups and each one has its own unique marking scheme.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Group 1 Subjects (Compulsory)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/Group-1-Subjects.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26442\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. English (Language &amp; Literature)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Paper pattern:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Two papers English Language &amp; English Literature.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Marks distribution:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Internal assessment (20 marks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>External exam (80 marks)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>Second Language<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Marking breakdown:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Internal assessment (20 marks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>External exam (80 marks)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Assessment criteria:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Internal assessment includes oral tests, projects, and presentations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3<\/strong>. <strong>Mathematics\/History-Civics-Geography<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Detailed marking scheme<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>External Exam: 80 marks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Internal: 20 marks (assignments &amp; projects).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Group 2 Subjects (Science\/Arts\/Commerce)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/Group-2-Subjects.webp\" alt=\"Group 2 Subjects (Science\/Arts\/Commerce)\" class=\"wp-image-26443\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Physics marking scheme<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Theory paper is of 80 marks and practical\/project work is 20 marks of experiments, record-keeping, viva.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Chemistry evaluation pattern<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Theory paper is of 80 marks and practical\/project work is 20 marks of observation, lab report.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Biology assessment structure<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Theory paper is of 80 marks and practical\/project work is 20 marks of slide preparation, diagrams and practical file.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Computer Applications marking<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Theory paper is of 80 marks and practical\/project work is 20 marks of coding projects, program execution, documentation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Internal Assessment in ICSE Marking Scheme<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/Internal-Assessment-in-ICSE-Marking-Scheme.webp\" alt=\"Internal Assessment in ICSE Marking Scheme\" class=\"wp-image-26444\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Internal Assessment Weightage<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/1.-Internal-Assessment-Weightage-1-1.webp\" alt=\"1. Internal Assessment Weightage\" class=\"wp-image-26452\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Subject-wise internal marks are given by the ICSE board. The <strong>weightage is 20% in most of the subjects like Science, language, and humanities all include projects, activities, orals, or practicals.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. How Internal Marks are Awarded?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/2.-How-Internal-Marks-are-Awarded-1.webp\" alt=\"2. How Internal Marks are Awarded?\" class=\"wp-image-26453\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Subject Enrichment Activities:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Some common subject enrichment activities include role-<strong>plays, experiments, debates.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Portfolio Evaluation:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Assignments, creative writing, records<\/strong> help learners in portfolio evaluation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Periodic Tests:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Class tests, unit tests, and pre-boards<\/strong> taken by subject teachers are important exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Notebook Assessment:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Regularity, neatness, complete notebook<\/strong> showcase accuracy and dedication towards learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Subject-specific Activities:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Science labs, history research projects, literature essays<\/strong> are subject-specific activities that help learners to gain good marks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>External Examination Marking Pattern<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/External-Examination-Marking-Pattern-1.webp\" alt=\"External Examination Marking Pattern\" class=\"wp-image-26454\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Question Paper Pattern<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/Question-Paper-Pattern-1.webp\" alt=\"Question Paper Pattern\" class=\"wp-image-26456\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Types of Questions<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>MCQ is generally 1 mark.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Short answer questions 2 to 4 marks.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Long answer questions 6 to 10 marks.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Answer Writing Strategy Based on Marking Scheme<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/Answer-Writing-Strategy-Based-on-Marking-Scheme-2.webp\" alt=\"Answer Writing Strategy Based on Marking Scheme\" class=\"wp-image-26457\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How answers are evaluated<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>ICSE board evaluates the answers by giving step-wise marking, logical explanation, and diagram accuracy.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Step-wise marking<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step-wise marking students<\/strong> who have <strong>partial knowledge gets some marks<\/strong>. For example, <strong>knowledge of the correct formula, substitution of values, and the final answer.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Partial credit guidelines<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Partial credit guidelines<\/strong> include <strong>if the final answer is inaccurate and the steps are correct students will get partial marks.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Common mistakes to avoid<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Students need to <strong>avoid some common mistakes<\/strong>, for example, <strong>incomplete diagrams, skipping units in numericals, ignoring map labels, and grammatical errors.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>ICSE Practical Examination Marking Scheme<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/ICSE-Practical-Examination-Marking-Scheme-1.webp\" alt=\"ICSE Practical Examination Marking Scheme\" class=\"wp-image-26458\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Science Practicals<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/1.-Science-Practicals.webp\" alt=\"1. Science Practicals\" class=\"wp-image-26459\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Physics practical marking<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Experiment (10 marks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accuracy &amp; Observation (5 marks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Viva\/Record Book (5 marks)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chemistry practical evaluation<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Experiment (10 marks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Observations and Calculations (5 marks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Viva + Practical File (5 marks)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Biology practical assessment<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lab Work\/Slide\/Specimen (10 marks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diagrams &amp; Lab Records (5 marks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Viva (5 marks)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Other Practical Subjects<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/2.-Other-Practical-Subjects.webp\" alt=\"2. Other Practical Subjects\" class=\"wp-image-26460\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Computer practical marking<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coding Project Execution (10 marks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Documentation (5 marks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Viva (5 marks)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Language oral examination<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Listening &amp; Speaking Skills (20 marks)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Art\/Music practical evaluation<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Art: Drawing, painting, creativity (20 marks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Music: Performance, rhythm, theory (20 marks)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tips to Score Well in ICSE Exams Based on Marking Scheme<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/Tips-to-Score-Well-in-ICSE-Exams-Based-on-Marking-Scheme.webp\" alt=\"Tips to Score Well in ICSE Exams Based on Marking Scheme\" class=\"wp-image-26461\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To get good marks, here are some <strong>useful tips to score well in ICSE exams based on the marking scheme.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Focus on High-Weightage Sections<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/1.-Focus-on-High-Weightage-Sections.webp\" alt=\"1. Focus on High-Weightage Sections\" class=\"wp-image-26462\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One must <strong>focus on high-weightage sections<\/strong> <strong>especially which are compulsory to attempt<\/strong>. This helps students to avoid last minute urgency.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Practice Writing Answers as per Marking Scheme<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/2.-Practice-Writing-Answers-as-per-Marking-Scheme.webp\" alt=\"2. Practice Writing Answers as per Marking Scheme\" class=\"wp-image-26464\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Students can <strong>visit previous years question papers to practice writing answers as per the marking scheme<\/strong>. Understand how to write in steps, addition of main words and diagrams.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Balance Between Theory and Practical\/Project Marks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/3.-Balance-Between-Theory-and-Practical.webp\" alt=\"3. Balance Between Theory and Practical\/Project Marks\" class=\"wp-image-26465\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Practical or project marks and theory are equally important<\/strong> to help learners to increase their percentage.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>ICSE Marking Scheme vs CBSE Marking Scheme 2026-27&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/ICSE-Marking-Scheme-vs-CBSE-Marking-Scheme-2026-27.webp\" alt=\"ICSE Marking Scheme vs CBSE Marking Scheme 2026-27\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-26466\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Given below is a <strong>comparison table between ICSE Marking Scheme and CBSE Marking Scheme 2026-27.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>S No.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Aspects<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>ICSE<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>CBSE<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>1.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Evaluation Style<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Balanced between theory &amp; practicals<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">More theory-oriented<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>2.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Internal Assessment<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">20% (projects, practicals, assignments)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">10 to 20% (mostly periodic tests)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>3.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>External Exam Weightage<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">80%<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">80 to 90%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>4.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Practical Subjects<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Emphasis on experiments and projects<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Limited to science stream<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>5.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Language Evaluation<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Strong focus on English and second language<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Focused more on communication<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>6.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Difficulty Level<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Concept-heavy, analytical<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Application-based, moderately easier<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>ICSE marking scheme is an ideal way to evaluate students&#8217; overall development and knowledge<\/strong>. It showcases the importance of both internal and external exams.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By <strong>understanding how step marking works and which is correct alignment of writing guides learners to score accordingly.&nbsp;<\/strong><br>Parents and students who are aware about the <strong>ICSE marking scheme can reduce <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/bh\/blog\/exam-stress\/\"><strong>exam stress<\/strong><\/a>\r\n and focus on holistic preparation<\/strong>. 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