Failing either the theory or practical component individually results in a fail in that subject, even if the aggregate is 35 or above. 3. Passing Criteria for Theory-Only Subjects For subjects without practicals (e.g., Languages, Economics, Mathematics, History, Political Science, Business Studies, Accountancy):
Minimum Passing Requirements for 2nd Year Pre-University Course (2nd PUC) Board: Department of Pre-University Education (DPUE), Karnataka Academic Year: Applicable for current and forthcoming examinations 1. Objective This report outlines the mandatory minimum marks a student must obtain to pass the 2nd PUC annual examinations in Science, Commerce, and Arts streams under the Karnataka Pre-University Board. 2. Key Passing Criteria (Theory + Practical Subjects) For subjects that have both a Theory (written) and Practical component (e.g., Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science): passing marks in 2nd puc
| Component | Minimum Marks Required | Remarks | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 20 out of 70 (28.57%) | Mandatory to pass theory separately. | | Practical | 10 out of 30 (33.33%) | Mandatory to pass practical separately. | | Aggregate | 35 out of 100 (35%) | Combined total of theory + practical. | Objective This report outlines the mandatory minimum marks
| Criterion | Minimum Marks Required | | :--- | :--- | | | 35 out of 100 (35%) | | | Practical | 10 out of 30 (33