The Karnataka SSLC Science exam concluded today, March 23, 2026 . The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) administered the test from 10:00 AM to 1:15 PM. The exam covered a 80-mark theory paper .
Students can now access the Karnataka SSLC Science unofficial answer key to estimate their scores. The KSEAB is transitioning to competency-based assessments. Approximately 40-50% of questions focus on application and logical thinking. Experts anticipate the exam difficulty level as Easy to Moderate .
A record 9.02 lakh students registered for this year’s SSLC examinations. Science is a core subject for these students.
Exam Structure and Analysis
The Science paper comprises three sections: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. It contains a total of 38 questions . Marks are distributed across various question formats.
An unofficial answer key will be available after 1:15 PM. This key allows students to check answers for MCQs and short-answer questions. It provides a preliminary score estimate.
Subject experts will provide a detailed analysis of the question paper. This analysis will cover overall difficulty and section-wise performance. It will be based on student feedback and expert reviews. The analysis will be updated shortly after the exam’s conclusion.
Passing Criteria
Students must achieve a minimum of 28 out of 80 marks in the theory paper. A cumulative score of 35% is required to pass. This aggregate includes both theory and internal assessment marks.
Students who took the Kannada exam can review the Karnataka SSLC Kannada Answer Key 2026 . This helps in calculating their estimated scores.
| Exam Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Board | KSEAB |
| Exam | Karnataka SSLC Science 2026 |
| Date | March 23, 2026 |
| Time | 10:00 AM – 1:15 PM |
| Total Marks | 80 (Theory) |
| Passing Marks | 28/80 (Theory), 35% (Aggregate) |