Accountancy Project Criteria for CBSE Class 11

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Accountancy Project Criteria for CBSE Class 11 – Project - 20 Marks

The CBSE Class 11 Accountancy project requires students to apply the concepts they’ve learned in a
practical manner. Here are the key criteria and details for the project:

1. Selection of a Topic

Students can choose a topic that aligns with the CBSE syllabus and involves practical
implementation of concepts such as journal entries, ledger accounts, trial balance, and financial
statements. Some suggested topics include:

 Financial Statement Preparation of a Sole Proprietorship


 Preparation of source documents
 Preparation of Bank Reconciliation Statement

2. Structure of the Project

The project report should follow this structure:

 Cover Page: Title of the project, student’s name, class, roll number, and school name.
 Acknowledgment: Gratitude toward teachers, mentors, or anyone who guided the project.
 Certificate: From the teacher-in-charge, certifying the authenticity of the work.
 Index/Contents Page: List of all sections with page numbers.
 Introduction: Overview of the topic chosen and its relevance.
 Body of the Project: ( Preparation of Financial Statements)
o Recording of transactions in proper format (journal, ledger, trial balance, etc.).
o Analysis and interpretation of the financial data.
o Presentation of financial statements (Profit and Loss Account and Balance Sheet).
 Conclusion: Summary of findings or results.
 Bibliography/References: Sources used for data collection.

3. Suggested Activities: The CBSE guidelines recommend the following activities for the project:

 Recording of Transactions: Students should record 20-25 transactions and pass journal
entries for them.
 Ledger Posting: Transfer the journal entries to ledger accounts.
 Trial Balance: Prepare a trial balance to check the accuracy of the ledger accounts.
 Final Accounts: Prepare Trading and Profit & Loss Account and a Balance Sheet.
4. Evaluation Criteria

The project is evaluated based on the following parameters:

1. Relevance of the Topic: Appropriateness of the topic chosen.


2. Understanding of Concepts: Clarity in applying accounting principles and concepts.
3. Presentation: Neatness, organization, and proper format of the report.
4. Accuracy: Correct recording, posting, and preparation of accounts.
5. Viva Voce: The student’s ability to explain the project and answer questions related to it.

5. Key CBSE Guidelines

 The project should be handwritten unless explicitly allowed otherwise.


 Realistic data should be used, or students can simulate business transactions for a hypothetical
entity.
 The project report should not exceed 20-25 pages.
 Teachers may guide students to ensure the project adheres to CBSE guidelines.

6. Example Format for Transactions

Here’s a quick example of how transactions can be structured for a project:

Example Transactions:

1. Commenced business with cash ₹1,00,000.


2. Purchased furniture for ₹20,000.
3. Sold goods for ₹30,000 (cost ₹20,000).
4. Paid rent ₹5,000.

Steps to Implement:

 Record journal entries.


 Post transactions in respective ledger accounts.
 Prepare a trial balance.
 Draft a Trading and Profit & Loss Account and Balance Sheet.

7. Common Errors to Avoid

 Inaccurate posting of entries in ledgers.


 Missing supporting documents or incorrect formats.
 Lack of conceptual clarity during the viva voce.

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