EXAMINATIONS

St. Xavier's College, Burdwan conducts examinations as per the schedule set by the University of Burdwan and the college's internal assessment framework.

TYPES OF EXAMINATIONS

Mid-Semester Examinations

Mid-semester examinations are conducted at the midpoint of each semester to assess students' understanding of the syllabus covered so far.

• Conducted in the 8th-9th week of each semester
• Covers 50% of the syllabus
• Carries 15 marks (part of 30-mark internal assessment)
• Compulsory for all students

End-Semester Examinations

End-semester examinations are the main university examinations conducted at the end of each semester.

• Conducted by the University of Burdwan
• Covers the complete syllabus
• Carries 70 marks (theory) + practical marks where applicable
• Minimum passing marks: 28 out of 70 (40%)

Internal Assessment (30 Marks)

• Mid-semester test: 15 marks
• Assignments/seminars/projects: 10 marks
• Attendance: 5 marks

EXAMINATION RULES

• Students must carry their college ID card to the examination hall
• Mobile phones and electronic devices are strictly prohibited
• Students must report 15 minutes before the examination
• Malpractice will result in cancellation of the paper and disciplinary action
• Minimum 75% attendance required to appear in examinations

IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS

Download the examination-related documents below:

• Exam Notice 2025
• UG Examination Programme 2025
• PG Examination Form 2025