Kerala Onam Exam — First Term Exam Guide
The First Term Examination, popularly called the Onam exam, is held in Kerala schools before the Onam vacation. Here is what students and parents need to know.
When is the exam held?
The Onam exam is usually held in August, just before schools close for the Onam holidays. The exact timetable is announced by the General Education Department and by each school, so always confirm the dates with your school.
Portions and syllabus
- Chapters taught from the start of the academic year in June until the exam.
- For Classes 8 to 10, the first units of Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Social Science and languages.
- For Plus One and Plus Two, the first core chapters of the Science, Commerce and Humanities subjects.
How to prepare
- Finish revising every chapter covered in class, and clear doubts before the exam week.
- Solve previous first term question papers to get used to the pattern.
- Keep short notes of formulas and key points for last-day revision.
Results
First term results are prepared by each school and shared with parents, usually at the PTA meeting after the Onam holidays.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Kerala Onam exam held?
The Onam (First Term) exam is usually held in August, before the Onam vacation. Exact dates are announced by the education department and your school.
What are the Onam exam portions?
The portions are the chapters taught from June until the exam. Your school will share the exact portions for each subject.
Does WonderZ help students prepare for the Onam exam?
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