Hello Aspirant,

The answer to your question is a big yes, optional paper marks do get added in your final percentage calculation.

The biggest question in most students’ minds is, how beneficial would it be for them to opt for a 6 ^th subject. Is there a point to it? The answer is, yes. There are certain advantages associated with a 6 ^th subject. Some of them are:

A 6 ^th subject can help you improve your overall percentage, especially if you opt for an easier and higher-scoring subject. In case you score higher in your 6 ^th subject, the marks obtained in it will substitute your 5 ^th subject in your percentage calculation. Thus, your overall percentage will increase.

This may help.

Happy learning!