The CBSE Class 10 Sanskrit exam was conducted on February 28, 2026. The paper for the academic year 2026–27 is conducted for a total of 100 marks, out of which 80 marks are allotted to the theory exam of three hours’ duration and 20 marks are assigned to internal assessment. The theory paper this year was designed with a competency-based approach and divided into four sections.
The paper was divided into the following sections:
Section A – Reading (20 marks): This section assesses comprehension skills through one extended passage or multiple shorter passages designed to evaluate understanding, interpretation, and analytical ability.
Section B – Writing (10 marks): This section evaluates creative expression, including the drafting of formal and informal letters, as well as creative picture description based on the given hints.
Section C – Grammar (30 marks): This section tests knowledge of core grammatical structures, including Sandhi (euphonic combination), Samas (compound formation), Pratyaya (suffixes), and Vachya (voice).
Section D – Literature (30 marks): This section is based on the prescribed textbook Shemushi Part II and covers prose (Gadyam), poetry (Padyam), and drama (Natyam).
According to Mr Vimal Dwivedi, TGT Sanskrit at Apeejay School, Panchsheel Park, this year’s Sanskrit Board exam question paper was student-friendly and completely based on the prescribed syllabus, making it comfortable for well-prepared students to attempt.
“The overall difficulty level was easy to moderate. The paper was well-balanced, ensuring proper coverage of all sections. Most questions were direct and concept-based, with no unexpected or tricky elements. Students found the grammar section and the seen passages to be the highest-scoring parts of the paper, which boosted their confidence while attempting the exam,” the educator shared.