
Kerala SSLC 2027 marks the board examination for Class 10 students under the Kerala state education board. Along with the Kerala SSLC exam date and time table, students need clarity on eligibility, the syllabus, exam pattern, subject-wise marks distribution, grading system, admit card, answer key, previous year questions, most important questions, and how the result is eventually declared. This guide brings all of that together in one place.
| Particulars | Details |
| Board | Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan |
| Class | 10 (SSLC) |
| Academic Session | 2026–27 |
| Exam Year | 2027 |
| Total Subjects | 10 |
| Total Marks | 650 |
| Exam Mode | Written Theory + Internal Assessment |
| Negative Marking | Not Applicable |
| Grading System | 9-Point Scale (A+ to E) |
| Minimum Passing Grade | D+ (30%) |
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Students must meet a few basic requirements set by Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan to be eligible to appear for the SSLC 2027 exam.
Must have studied and passed Class 9 from a school affiliated with the Kerala state board
Must be regularly enrolled in a recognized Kerala board school for Class 10
Must meet the minimum attendance requirement set by the school and board
Private or unrecognized candidates should check separately with Pareeksha Bhavan for applicable eligibility rules
School authorities are responsible for registering eligible students for the exam
The Kerala SSLC 2027 theory exams are expected to be conducted from March 3 to March 26, 2027. The detailed Kerala SSLC time table 2027 is expected to be released by the Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan in October 2026. The official date sheet will confirm the subject-wise exam dates and timings.
| Event | Expected Date |
| IT Practical / Assessments | February 2027 |
| Model / Preparatory Exams | Mid to Late February 2027 |
| Admit Card Release | February 2027 |
| SSLC Written Theory Exams | March 3–26, 2027 |
| Exam Shift | Morning shift, expected to start at 9:30 AM |
| SSLC Result | May 2027 |
The official Kerala SSLC 2027 timetable PDF is expected to be available on the Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan and SSLC examination portals once released.For the subject-wise exam date and timing once released, check the Kerala SSLC Exam Time Table.
The Kerala SSLC syllabus 2027 lays out the complete chapter-wise and unit-wise content for every Class 10 subject, covering Mathematics, Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), Social Science, Languages, and Information Technology. Students should check the syllabus for each subject separately, since topics and unit weightage differ across subjects.
Read the full chapter-wise breakdown here: Kerala Board Class 10 Syllabus.
Duration per Paper: 2.5 hours (+15 minutes reading time)
Question Types: Objective, short-answer, long-answer
Internal Choices: May be provided depending on the subject
Negative Marking: Not applicable
Evaluation Mode: Theory + continuous internal assessment
For the detailed subject-wise pattern, see the Kerala SSLC Exam Pattern page.
Mathematics: 80 theory + 20 internal = 100
Social Science: 80 theory + 20 internal = 100
English (Second Language): Theory and continuous evaluation combined = 100
First Language (Part 1 & 2): 50 marks each = 100
Physics: 40 theory + 10 internal = 50
Chemistry: 40 theory + 10 internal = 50
Biology: 40 theory + 10 internal = 50
Hindi / Third Language: 50 total
Information Technology (IT): Practical + theory = 50
The overall aggregate works out to 650 maximum marks (approximately 480 from written exams, the rest from internal and continuous assessment).
A+ (90–100%): Grade Point 9 — Outstanding
A (80–89%): Grade Point 8 — Excellent
B+ (70–79%): Grade Point 7 — Very Good
B (60–69%): Grade Point 6 — Good
C+ (50–59%): Grade Point 5 — Above Average
C (40–49%): Grade Point 4 — Average
D+ (30–39%): Grade Point 3 — Pass (minimum required)
D (20–29%): Grade Point 2 — Below Average (Fail)
E (Below 20%): Grade Point 1 — Needs Improvement (Fail)
Students must score at least a D+ grade (30% marks) in every subject to pass. Those who fall short can appear for the SAY (Save A Year) supplementary exam held later in the year.
Check: Kerala Board Holiday List 2026
Helps you understand recurring question patterns across subjects
Builds familiarity with the marks-to-time ratio for each question type
Highlights chapters and topics that are asked frequently
Useful for practicing answer-writing within the actual exam duration
Should be solved under timed, exam-like conditions closer to the exam date
Compiled based on chapter weightage and repeated concepts from past years
Useful for quick revision in the final weeks before the exam
Should be practiced only after the full syllabus has been covered at least once
Best used alongside the syllabus and exam pattern, not as a replacement for them
Helps prioritize high-scoring topics in Maths, Science, and Social Science
The Kerala SSLC admit card 2027 is expected to be released in February 2027. Admit cards are generally issued through schools for students appearing in the examination.
Students should check their name, photograph, roll number, exam centre and other details after receiving the admit card. Any errors should be reported to the school authorities immediately.
Expected to be released by Pareeksha Bhavan or subject teachers after each paper, depending on the subject
Helps students estimate their probable score before the official result is declared
Students should treat unofficial or coaching-institute answer keys as indicative only, not final
Any objection to the official answer key, if allowed, can typically be raised within a fixed window after release
Final marks are always based on the official evaluation, not the answer key
The Kerala SSLC result 2027 is expected to be announced in May 2027. The exact result date will be confirmed by Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan through an official notification.
Students will be able to check their results using their required examination credentials once the result is released.