Calcutta University UG exam rules 2026-27 revised: new grading, internal assessment, attendance marks

The University of Calcutta (CU) has revised its undergraduate examination framework, introducing a new grading system, updated internal assessment rules, and marks for attendance. These changes are effective for the 2026-27 academic session, with the revised rules for internal assessment and attendance applying from the upcoming odd-semester examinations for both regular and backlog students.

The updated guidelines were communicated through two official notifications and were approved by the university syndicate, CU’s decision-making body. The revisions apply to students enrolled in both three-year and four-year undergraduate programmes, aiming to clarify the assessment framework and encourage regular classroom participation.

Revised Examination Structure and Marks Distribution

Under the revised framework, each theory paper in the first six semesters will now carry a total of 75 marks. Of this, the university will conduct a written examination worth 50 marks for each theory paper. The remaining 25 marks for each theory paper will be handled by the respective college, encompassing tutorial and internal assessment components.

Within the 25 marks managed by the college, 20 marks are allocated for internal assessment, and five marks are designated for attendance. Internal assessment refers to evaluations conducted by a college during a semester, separate from the main university examination, and may include tests, assignments, or other academic work. The distribution of marks for theory papers in the first six semesters is detailed below:

New Grading System and Attendance Marks

A new grading system has been introduced, which will apply to students admitted to the first semester of undergraduate courses in the 2026-27 academic session. This system aims to make grades easier to understand by correlating marks obtained with specific grades, grade points, and performance descriptors. The revised rules for internal assessment and attendance will apply to regular and backlog students from the upcoming odd-semester examinations.

Students are eligible to earn a maximum of five marks for attendance in each paper during every semester. The university has specified a marking scheme for attendance, linking attendance percentages to the marks awarded. This initiative is intended to encourage students to attend classes regularly.

The new grading system, approved by the University Syndicate, outlines specific grade points and performance indicators for various mark ranges. This system will be crucial for students to understand how their academic performance will be assessed and evaluated.

Implications for Students

Students should consult the official notifications released by the University of Calcutta and relevant college instructions for complete details concerning putting in place the revised rules. This is key for students to carefully examine the updated provisions to understand how their performance will be assessed under the revised system, particularly regarding grade-point calculations and the new internal assessment framework.

The changes are aimed at making it easier for students to understand their academic performance and encouraging them to attend classes regularly. Students should refer to the university’s official portal, caluniv.ac.in, for specific provisions governing internal assessment corresponding to their course.

Further reading

• Calcutta University reintroduces attendance marks for 2026-27 UG exams, changes grading system

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