The West Bengal Madhyamik Compartment Exam 2027, officially called the WBBSE Madhyamik Supplementary Examination, is conducted by the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) for students who fail in one or two subjects in the main Madhyamik (Class 10) examination. Students who fail in more than two subjects are not eligible for the compartment exam and must repeat Class 10 as a regular student the following year. Based on the 2026 cycle — where the supplementary exam began on July 21, 2026 — the Madhyamik Compartment Exam 2027 is expected in July 2027, approximately six to eight weeks after the main result declaration in May 2027.
WBBSE introduced the Madhyamik supplementary examination in alignment with the National Education Policy 2020, giving students a meaningful second chance without requiring a full-year repeat. Unlike the earlier system where any failure meant repeating Class 10, students can now clear one or two failed subjects through the compartment route and proceed to Class 11 within the same academic session.
This page is your complete reference for the Madhyamik Compartment Exam 2027 — covering eligibility, expected dates, application process, exam pattern, passing marks, and what happens after you pass or fail. All 2027 dates are expected projections based on WBBSE’s 2026 cycle; official dates will be published on wbbse.wb.gov.in after the main Madhyamik 2027 result is declared.
- Students who fail in 1 or 2 subjects in Madhyamik 2027 are eligible for the compartment (supplementary) exam.
- The Madhyamik 2027 main exam is expected in February 2027; results expected in May 2027.
- The Madhyamik Compartment Exam 2027 is expected in July 2027, following the same pattern as July 2026.
- You must apply through your school using the prescribed form and fee — direct applications to WBBSE are not accepted.
- The passing requirement is 25% (25 out of 100) in each subject, combining theory and internal assessment marks.
- If you clear the compartment exam, your marksheet shows you as passed in Madhyamik 2027 within the same academic session.
- Students who fail in more than two subjects, or who fail the compartment exam, must appear again as a regular candidate in Madhyamik 2028.
West Bengal Madhyamik Compartment Exam 2027 — Key Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) |
| Official Name | Madhyamik (Class 10) Supplementary / Compartment Examination |
| Eligibility | Failed in 1 or 2 subjects in Madhyamik 2027 main exam |
| Expected Exam Month | July 2027 |
| Passing Marks | Minimum 25% (25 out of 100) in each subject |
| Application Mode | Through school only (no direct applications to WBBSE) |
| Official Website | wbbse.wb.gov.in |
- WBBSE Madhyamik Compartment Date Sheet 2027
- WBBSE Madhyamik Compartment Admit Card 2027
- WBBSE Madhyamik Compartment Exam Syllabus
- WBBSE Madhyamik Compartment Exam Pattern 2027
- Previous Year Question Papers with Solutions
- WBBSE Madhyamik Compartment Exam Eligibility Criteria 2027
- WBBSE Madhyamik Compartment Exam Fee Structure
- WBBSE Madhyamik Passing Marks Criteria 2027
- WBBSE Madhyamik Grading System
- WBBSE Madhyamik Compartment Exam FAQs
WBBSE Madhyamik Compartment Date Sheet 2027
WBBSE releases the Madhyamik compartment routine after the main result is declared each year. In the 2026 cycle, the supplementary exam started on July 21, 2026 — approximately six weeks after the result declared on May 8, 2026. The Madhyamik Compartment Exam 2027 is expected to follow a similar timeline, starting in the third or fourth week of July 2027. The complete subject-wise schedule will be published on wbbse.wb.gov.in; all dates below are projections until WBBSE’s official notification.
| Event | Expected Date / Period (2027) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Madhyamik 2027 Main Exam | February 2027 | (Upcoming) |
| Madhyamik 2027 Result Declaration | May 2027 | (Upcoming) |
| Compartment Application Through School | May – June 2027 (within weeks of result) | (Upcoming) |
| Compartment Routine Release | June 2027 | (Upcoming) |
| Admit Card Distribution (through school) | July 2027 (a few days before exam) | (Upcoming) |
| Madhyamik Compartment Exam 2027 | July 2027 (3rd or 4th week, expected) | (Upcoming) |
| Compartment Result 2027 | August 2027 | (Upcoming) |
| Madhyamik 2026 Supplementary Exam (Reference) | From July 21, 2026 | (Over) |
| Madhyamik 2026 Result (Reference) | May 8, 2026 | (Over) |
Note: All 2027 dates are projected estimates based on WBBSE’s historical schedule. WBBSE publishes the official compartment routine on wbbse.wb.gov.in, typically two to three weeks before the exam begins. The subject-wise timetable (dates and sitting times per subject) will be confirmed in that official notification.
WBBSE Madhyamik Compartment Admit Card 2027
The Madhyamik Compartment Admit Card 2027 will be distributed to eligible students through their schools a few days before the exam, expected in July 2027. The admit card is mandatory — students will not be permitted entry to the examination hall without it. WBBSE does not provide individual online download of the compartment admit card; it is collected by the school from the board’s regional office and handed to students.
- Regular Students: Your school collects the compartment admit cards from the WBBSE regional office and distributes them to you before the exam. Contact your school’s office a week before the exam date to collect yours.
- Private Candidates: Students registered through an institution receive the admit card via that institution. Confirm the collection process with your registered institution in advance.
Check your admit card carefully for your name, roll number, registration number, exam centre address, subjects, and exam dates. Any error must be reported to your school immediately. Carry a valid photo ID (school ID card or government-issued ID) alongside the admit card on every exam day.
Where are WBBSE Madhyamik compartment exams held?
The Madhyamik Compartment Exam 2027 will be conducted in offline mode at designated examination centres allotted by WBBSE across all districts of West Bengal. These centres are typically government and aided secondary schools that also served as venues for the main Madhyamik examination. Your allotted centre is printed on your admit card. Arrive at the centre at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time; late entry may be refused.
WBBSE Madhyamik Compartment Exam Syllabus
The syllabus for the Madhyamik Compartment Exam 2027 is identical to the full WBBSE-prescribed syllabus for the main Madhyamik 2027 examination. There is no reduced, concession, or modified syllabus for the compartment exam — students must prepare the complete curriculum for every subject in which they are appearing.
WBBSE publishes subject-wise syllabus documents on its official website. Students should focus preparation on the units and chapters from which they lost the most marks in the main exam, while ensuring no topic is skipped entirely. Practising previous year question papers alongside the syllabus is the most efficient preparation strategy.
| WBBSE Madhyamik Subject | Download Syllabus PDF |
|---|---|
| First Language (Bengali / Hindi / Urdu / Nepali / Santali, etc.) | Download PDF |
| Second Language (English) | Download PDF |
| Mathematics | Download PDF |
| Physical Science | Download PDF |
| Life Science | Download PDF |
| History | Download PDF |
| Geography | Download PDF |
Note: The WBBSE Madhyamik syllabus for 2027 will be officially confirmed via a board notification. No significant changes from the 2026 syllabus are expected. Visit wbbse.wb.gov.in to download the latest subject-wise syllabus PDFs for your stream.
WBBSE Madhyamik Compartment Exam Pattern 2027
The Madhyamik Compartment Exam 2027 follows the exact same question paper format and marking scheme as the main Madhyamik examination. Each subject carries 100 marks — 90 marks for the written theory paper and 10 marks for internal assessment already awarded by the school during the academic year, which carry forward automatically. Students need not re-submit any internal assessment work during the compartment exam.
| Subject | Theory Marks | Internal Assessment | Key Sections | Types of Questions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Language | 90 | 10 | Grammar, Comprehension, Prose, Poetry, Composition | MCQ, Short Answer, Long Answer |
| Second Language (English) | 90 | 10 | Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Writing, Literature | MCQ, Short Answer, Composition |
| Mathematics | 90 | 10 | Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Statistics | MCQ, Short Answer, Problem-solving |
| Physical Science | 90 | 10 | Physics concepts, Chemistry concepts, Numericals | MCQ, Short Answer, Numerical, Long Answer |
| Life Science | 90 | 10 | Botany, Zoology, Environment and Ecology | MCQ, Short Answer, Diagram-based, Long Answer |
| History | 90 | 10 | Modern India, Modern World, Sources and Historiography | MCQ, Short Answer, Long Answer, Source-based |
| Geography | 90 | 10 | Physical Geography, Human Geography, India, Map Work | MCQ, Short Answer, Long Answer, Map-based |
WBBSE Madhyamik Compartment Exam 2027 — General Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Offline (pen-and-paper) |
| Duration | 3 hours 15 minutes (including 15 minutes reading time) |
| Theory Marks | 90 marks per subject |
| Internal Assessment | 10 marks per subject (carried forward — not re-assessed) |
| Total Marks per Subject | 100 |
| Passing Marks | 25 out of 100 (25%) in each subject |
| Question Paper Languages | Bengali, Hindi, English, Urdu, Nepali, Santali, Telugu, Odia (as applicable) |
Previous Year Question Papers with Solutions PDF
Solving previous year Madhyamik question papers is among the most effective ways to prepare for the compartment exam. Because the compartment exam uses the same paper pattern and syllabus as the main exam, past papers from any year provide direct preparation value.
How to use previous year papers for Madhyamik compartment preparation
Set aside three hours and 15 minutes per paper (matching the actual exam duration) and solve each one without referring to notes. After finishing, check your answers against the WBBSE marking scheme and note the topics where you lost marks. Those weak areas deserve targeted revision before the next paper. Solve at least three to four years of papers for every compartment subject — the MCQ patterns and long-answer weightage remain highly consistent year after year.
| WBBSE Madhyamik Question Paper | Download PDF |
|---|---|
| Madhyamik Question Paper 2026 (All Subjects) | Download PDF |
| Madhyamik Question Paper 2025 (All Subjects) | Download PDF |
| Madhyamik Question Paper 2024 (All Subjects) | Download PDF |
| Madhyamik Question Paper 2023 (All Subjects) | Download PDF |
WBBSE Madhyamik Compartment Exam Eligibility Criteria 2027
Only students who appeared in the main Madhyamik 2027 examination and failed in one or two subjects are eligible for the compartment exam. Students who fail in three or more subjects are not eligible under any circumstances and must re-enrol as regular Class 10 students the following year or appear as registered private candidates in Madhyamik 2028.
The compartment exam only covers the subjects in which you fell short in the main exam. You must score the minimum 25% pass mark in each compartment subject to be declared passed in Madhyamik 2027 and become eligible to proceed to Class 11.
| Criteria | Details | Key Insights |
|---|---|---|
| Failed in 1 Subject | Eligible to appear in the compartment exam for that one subject | Most common scenario; student re-appears only in the single failed subject’s theory paper |
| Failed in 2 Subjects | Eligible to appear in both failed subjects in the compartment exam | Both subjects must be cleared to receive the Madhyamik pass certificate |
| Failed in 3 or More Subjects | Not eligible for the compartment exam | Must repeat Class 10 as a regular student or appear in Madhyamik 2028 as a private candidate |
| Absent Without Valid Reason | Generally not eligible | Medical emergencies with board-approved documentation may be considered on a case-by-case basis |
| Application Route | Through your own school (regular students) or registered institution (private candidates) | Direct applications to WBBSE are not accepted; the school submits the form on your behalf |
| Passing Criteria | Minimum 25% marks (25 out of 100) in each subject, combining theory and internal assessment | No separate minimum for theory and internal — the combined total must reach 25 |
| Improvement Candidates | Not eligible — the compartment exam is only for students who failed | Students who passed but want to improve marks cannot use the supplementary route |
What is the rule of the compartment exam in WBBSE Madhyamik?
- Regular Students: If you failed in one or two subjects, your school applies on your behalf for those subjects only. You re-appear in the theory paper(s) of the failed subject(s); internal assessment marks from the main exam carry forward automatically.
- Private Candidates: Students registered through an institution apply via that institution for their failed subjects using the prescribed form and fee. The institution submits the application to WBBSE.
- Improvement Candidates: The supplementary route is exclusively for students who failed — it cannot be used to improve marks in subjects where a passing grade was already obtained in the main exam.
How many chances are given in WBBSE Madhyamik compartment?
WBBSE currently conducts one supplementary examination per cycle — students get a single compartment attempt in the same academic year as the main exam. In 2026, for instance, students who failed in one or two subjects in the February 2026 main exam had one supplementary opportunity in July 2026. If you do not clear the compartment exam, you must appear again as a regular candidate in the next Madhyamik examination — there is no second supplementary window within the same cycle, which differs from boards like CBSE that allow multiple supplementary attempts. This single-attempt rule makes timely and thorough preparation for the compartment exam especially important.
WBBSE Madhyamik Compartment Exam: Number of Attempts
| Attempt | Tentative Schedule (2027 Cycle) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Attempt — Main Madhyamik Exam 2027 | February 2027 | Regular examination for all Class 10 students; result expected May 2027 |
| 2nd Attempt — Compartment / Supplementary Exam 2027 | July 2027 | One supplementary chance for students who failed in 1 or 2 subjects only |
| Next Opportunity — Madhyamik 2028 | February 2028 | For students who fail the 2027 compartment exam; must re-appear as regular or private candidate |
WBBSE Madhyamik Compartment Exam Fee Structure
Students pay a nominal per-subject examination fee when submitting the compartment application through their school. The fee is collected by the school alongside the prescribed application form and remitted to WBBSE. The compartment fee is non-refundable once submitted, and applications are not processed without the full fee payment.
WBBSE announces the exact compartment exam fee in the official notification published after the main result. The 2027 fee has not yet been notified as of September 2026. The amounts below reflect WBBSE’s past fee structure and are subject to change.
| Candidate Category | Fee per Subject | Mode of Payment |
|---|---|---|
| Regular Students (through school) | To be notified with routine (approx. ₹80–₹150 based on 2025–26) | Paid via school to WBBSE; collect receipt from school |
| Registered Private Candidates | To be notified with routine | Paid via registered institution to WBBSE |
| SC / ST / OBC / BPL Students | Concession / waiver as per WBBSE norms | Reduced or waived subject to official notification |
Note: Never pay the compartment exam fee to any agent or middleman. Submit the fee only through your school against an official receipt issued by the school. The exact fee for Madhyamik Compartment 2027 will be published in WBBSE’s official notification on wbbse.wb.gov.in after the main result is declared in May 2027.
WBBSE Madhyamik Passing Marks Criteria 2027
The passing standard for the Madhyamik Compartment Exam 2027 is the same as the main Madhyamik examination. Students must score a minimum of 25% — that is, 25 marks out of 100 — in each subject to be declared passed in that subject. Theory marks (90) and internal assessment marks (10) are added together, and the combined total must reach 25. Unlike CBSE, WBBSE does not apply a separate minimum threshold for the theory component alone — a combined total of 25 or above qualifies as a pass.
| Subject | Theory Marks | Internal Assessment | Total Marks | Passing Marks (Theory) | Total Minimum to Pass |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Language | 90 | 10 | 100 | No separate minimum; combined total ≥ 25 | 25 |
| Second Language (English) | 90 | 10 | 100 | No separate minimum; combined total ≥ 25 | 25 |
| Mathematics | 90 | 10 | 100 | No separate minimum; combined total ≥ 25 | 25 |
| Physical Science | 90 | 10 | 100 | No separate minimum; combined total ≥ 25 | 25 |
| Life Science | 90 | 10 | 100 | No separate minimum; combined total ≥ 25 | 25 |
| History | 90 | 10 | 100 | No separate minimum; combined total ≥ 25 | 25 |
| Geography | 90 | 10 | 100 | No separate minimum; combined total ≥ 25 | 25 |
Is 25 out of 100 really the passing mark in Madhyamik?
Yes. WBBSE sets the Madhyamik pass mark at 25% of each subject’s total — 25 marks out of 100. This is notably lower than CBSE’s 33% threshold, which means WBBSE’s compartment bar is more accessible. Theory and internal assessment marks are simply added together; as long as the combined total reaches 25, the student is declared passed in that subject. Scoring below 25 in any compartment subject — even by a single mark — means that subject is not cleared and the student cannot be declared passed in Madhyamik 2027 through the compartment route.
WBBSE Madhyamik Passing Marks — Quick Reference
| Total Marks (Theory + Internal) | 25% Threshold | Minimum Marks to Pass |
|---|---|---|
| 100 (90 theory + 10 internal) — all standard subjects | 25.0 | 25 marks |
WBBSE Madhyamik Grading System
WBBSE awards letter grades on a seven-point scale from AA to D for each subject in the Madhyamik examination. The same grading scale applies to compartment exam results. Students must secure at least Grade C (25–34 marks) in each subject to pass; Grade D (below 25) denotes a fail and makes the student eligible for the compartment exam — provided they failed in at most two subjects.
| Grade | Marks Range (out of 100) | Remark |
|---|---|---|
| AA | 90 – 100 | Outstanding |
| A+ | 80 – 89 | Excellent |
| A | 60 – 79 | Very Good |
| B+ | 45 – 59 | Good |
| B | 35 – 44 | Satisfactory |
| C | 25 – 34 | Marginal Pass (Minimum Passing Grade) |
| D | Below 25 | Not Qualified — Compartment Eligible (if ≤ 2 subjects) |
Students who pass the compartment exam receive an updated marksheet showing their compartment-passed status. The marksheet for a student declared passed through the supplementary route carries a notation indicating the supplementary attempt; most West Bengal colleges and higher secondary schools accept this as equivalent to a regular Madhyamik pass for Class 11 admission purposes.
WBBSE Madhyamik Compartment Exam FAQs
Ques. What is the WBBSE Madhyamik compartment exam?
Ans. The WBBSE Madhyamik compartment exam — officially the Madhyamik Supplementary Examination — is conducted by the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education to give a second chance to Class 10 students who fail in one or two subjects in the main Madhyamik examination. Students who pass the supplementary exam are declared passed in Madhyamik for the same academic year and can proceed to Class 11 without losing a year.
Ques. Who is eligible for the WBBSE Madhyamik compartment exam 2027?
Ans. Students who appeared in the main Madhyamik 2027 examination and failed in one or two subjects are eligible. Students who fail in three or more subjects are not eligible for the compartment exam and must repeat Class 10 as regular students or register as private candidates for Madhyamik 2028.
Ques. When will the WBBSE Madhyamik compartment exam 2027 be held?
Ans. Based on the 2026 cycle — where the supplementary exam began on July 21, 2026, approximately six weeks after the May 8, 2026 result — the Madhyamik Compartment Exam 2027 is expected in July 2027. Official dates will be announced by WBBSE on wbbse.wb.gov.in after the main Madhyamik 2027 result is declared in May 2027.
Ques. How do I apply for the Madhyamik compartment exam 2027?
Ans. Regular school students must apply through their school. Collect the prescribed compartment application form from your school, complete it for your failed subject(s), and submit it along with the required fee before your school’s deadline. Your school then submits the form to WBBSE collectively. Do not attempt to apply directly to WBBSE — direct applications are not accepted.
Ques. How many subjects can I take in the Madhyamik compartment exam?
Ans. You can appear for a maximum of two subjects in the compartment exam — specifically, only the subjects in which you failed in the main Madhyamik 2027 examination. You cannot use the compartment route to take subjects you did not fail.
Ques. What are the passing marks for the Madhyamik compartment exam?
Ans. The minimum passing mark is 25% of each subject’s total marks — 25 out of 100. This is the combined total of theory marks (out of 90) and internal assessment marks (out of 10). There is no separate minimum for theory alone; the combined total simply needs to reach 25. Students scoring 24 or below in any compartment subject have not cleared that paper.
Ques. Is the compartment exam syllabus different from the main Madhyamik exam?
Ans. No. The Madhyamik compartment exam follows the full WBBSE-prescribed syllabus — there is no reduced or modified syllabus for the supplementary exam. The question paper pattern, marking scheme, and question types are identical to the main exam. Students should prepare the complete curriculum for each failed subject.
Ques. What happens if I pass the Madhyamik compartment exam?
Ans. If you clear all your compartment subject(s), you are declared passed in Madhyamik 2027 and can take admission to Class 11 within the same academic session. Your updated marksheet will reflect your passed status. Most West Bengal schools and colleges accept the compartment pass for Class 11 admission on par with a regular Madhyamik pass.
Ques. What happens if I fail the Madhyamik compartment exam 2027?
Ans. If you do not clear the compartment exam, you must appear again as a regular candidate in Madhyamik 2028. WBBSE does not conduct a second supplementary window within the same cycle — there is only one compartment attempt per year. You will need to re-enrol in Class 10 at a WBBSE-affiliated school or register as a private candidate for the next year’s Madhyamik examination.
Ques. Are internal assessment marks carried forward in the Madhyamik compartment exam?
Ans. Yes. The 10 internal assessment marks awarded by your school during the academic year are automatically carried forward to the compartment exam. You only need to appear in the theory paper (90 marks) for your failed subject(s). No re-submission of assignments, projects, or internal work is required during the supplementary examination.
Disclaimer: The information on this page about the WBBSE Madhyamik Compartment Exam 2027 is compiled from WBBSE’s official website (wbbse.wb.gov.in), publicly available sources, and historical data from the 2026 cycle as of September 2026. All 2027-specific dates, fees, and schedules are projected estimates based on past patterns and are subject to change upon WBBSE’s official notification. Students must verify all details on wbbse.wb.gov.in and with their school before submitting applications or taking any action. Collegedunia does not take responsibility for any discrepancy between the information here and official WBBSE announcements.
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