The Karnataka government has proposed a new grading system for third language subjects in the SSLC examination, which is set to be implemented from the 2025-26 academic year. Under this proposal, students will receive grades instead of traditional marks in these subjects, which include Hindi and other languages under the National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF).
The grading will be structured as follows: an ‘A’ grade for scores between 80% and 100%, a ‘B’ grade for scores from 50% to 79%, and a ‘C’ grade for scores up to 49%. This new system aims to alleviate academic pressure on students while promoting skill-based and language learning.
Importantly, the third language and NSQF subjects will be treated as additional subjects on the marks card and will not impact a student’s pass or fail status. The overall SSLC examination pattern will remain unchanged, with six core subjects still carrying a total of 625 marks.
The notification regarding this proposal is currently in draft form and is open for public objections and suggestions for a period of seven days. This move reflects the Karnataka government’s commitment to enhancing the educational framework and adapting to the evolving needs of students.
As the proposal progresses, stakeholders in the education sector are keenly observing how this change will affect student performance and learning outcomes. The initiative is seen as a significant step towards modernizing the examination system in Karnataka.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the final implementation of the grading system, as the government awaits feedback from the public and educational experts. Observers expect that the final decision will take into account the suggestions received during this open period.
