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Key Facts: Karnataka SSLC NSQF Beauty and Wellness (KSEAB) Exam

90EK

Common KSEAB SSLC paper code for NSQF Beauty & Wellness

KSEAB/KSEEB SSLC model and public question paper listings

Theory + Practical

Official vocational assessment includes skill/internal evidence

KSEAB SSLC NSQF vocational assessment pattern

~30–33%

Commonly reported minimum per-subject pass mark range

KSEAB pass criteria reporting (confirm current circular)

NSQF pathway

Class 10 Beauty and Wellness vocational subject under national skill framework

NSQF / KSEAB SSLC vocational subjects

English MCQ adaptation

This free local bank is not the official mixed paper or practical exam

OpenExamPrep practice policy

Not skill certification

MCQs support theory only—not a substitute for salon practicals or viva

OpenExamPrep practical-disclosure policy

KSEAB SSLC NSQF Beauty and Wellness (90EK) is a Class 10 vocational subject with theory + practical assessment. Pass is commonly ~30–33% per subject plus aggregate rules as notified. Fees are paid through schools. This free 2026 bank is an English MCQ theory adaptation—not an official paper or practical substitute.

Sample Karnataka SSLC NSQF Beauty and Wellness (KSEAB) Practice Questions

Try these sample questions to review concepts for the Karnataka SSLC NSQF Beauty and Wellness (KSEAB) exam. Each question includes a detailed explanation. Start the interactive quiz above for the full 100+ question experience with AI tutoring.

1What is the main purpose of washing hands thoroughly before every beauty treatment?
A.To reduce the risk of transferring microbes to the client
B.To permanently sterilize the skin of the therapist
C.To change the client’s natural skin type
D.To replace disinfection of metal tools
Explanation: Hand washing removes dirt and reduces transient microbes on the therapist’s hands, lowering cross-contamination risk. Hands cannot be permanently sterilized, and hand hygiene does not replace tool disinfection or change skin type.
2Which layer of the skin is the outermost protective barrier?
A.Dermis
B.Epidermis
C.Hypodermis
D.Subcutaneous fat only
Explanation: The epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin and forms the primary protective barrier. The dermis lies beneath it, and the hypodermis (subcutaneous tissue) is deeper still.
3Which hair structure is the outermost protective covering of the hair shaft?
A.Cortex
B.Medulla
C.Cuticle
D.Follicle bulb only
Explanation: The cuticle is the outer layer of overlapping scales that protects the hair shaft. The cortex is the middle bulk of the hair, and the medulla is the innermost core when present.
4What should a beauty assistant do first when a client arrives for a service?
A.Begin the treatment immediately without discussion
B.Leave the client standing while finishing personal phone use
C.Sell the most expensive package before introducing yourself
D.Greet the client professionally and confirm the booked service
Explanation: Professional client care starts with a polite greeting and confirmation of the appointment or requested service. This builds trust and prevents wrong-service errors before consultation and treatment.
5Which process aims to destroy or eliminate all forms of microbial life on an instrument, including bacterial spores?
A.Sterilization
B.Simple dusting
C.Ordinary soap washing alone
D.Rinsing with plain cold water only
Explanation: Sterilization is the highest level of microbial control and is intended to eliminate all microbial life, including spores, on appropriately processed items. Cleaning and ordinary washing reduce soil but do not equal sterilization.
6Which skin type typically shows excess sebum, enlarged pores, and a shiny T-zone or face?
A.Dry skin
B.Oily skin
C.Mature dehydrated skin only
D.Normal balanced skin only
Explanation: Oily skin produces excess sebum, which can enlarge pore appearance and create shine. Dry skin lacks oil/moisture balance and usually feels tight rather than shiny.
7Why should used disposable cotton pads not be reused on another client?
A.They become too soft after one wipe
B.They permanently lose all absorbency after one use
C.They can transfer dirt and microbes between clients
D.Salon law requires only metal tools to be single-use
Explanation: Single-use cotton and similar disposables can carry product residue, skin debris, and microbes. Reusing them between clients risks cross-contamination; they should be discarded after one client use.
8What is the primary role of a shampoo service in hair care?
A.To permanently restructure hair bonds
B.To dye hair permanently without developer
C.To cut hair to a uniform length
D.To cleanse the hair and scalp of dirt, product, and excess oil
Explanation: Shampooing cleanses hair and scalp by removing soil, excess sebum, and product build-up. It is not a permanent restructuring, colour, or cutting procedure.
9Which item is typically used to remove unwanted facial hair in a classic threading service?
A.Cotton sewing thread manipulated to trap and remove hair
B.A laser medical device operated without training
C.An autoclave chamber
D.A UV storage cabinet alone
Explanation: Threading uses a twisted cotton thread looped and moved to catch and remove hair from the follicle opening. Laser devices, autoclaves, and UV cabinets are not threading tools.
10Which practice best supports salon electrical safety?
A.Using damaged cords if the plug still fits
B.Keeping liquids away from electrical equipment and checking cables for damage
C.Overloading one multi-plug adapter with every dryer and steamer
D.Leaving wet hands on switches to save time
Explanation: Electrical safety in salons requires dry hands around switches, intact cables, and keeping liquids away from powered equipment. Damaged cords, overloading, and wet-hand contact increase shock and fire risk.

About the Karnataka SSLC NSQF Beauty and Wellness (KSEAB) Exam

Karnataka SSLC NSQF Beauty and Wellness is the Class 10 vocational Beauty & Wellness subject under the Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB), commonly coded 90EK on model and public papers. It develops entry-level assistant beauty therapist knowledge: personal and salon hygiene, skin and hair basics, salon safety, tools and equipment, client care and consultation, sterilization and disinfection, basic treatment concepts (facial, manicure/pedicure, depilation awareness), professional ethics, and employability. Official assessment includes theory plus practical/skill evidence; fees and exact blueprints are notified by KSEAB on kseab.karnataka.gov.in. The 100 questions on this page are a free English-language multiple-choice study adaptation for theory revision—they are not a full simulation of the official paper and are not a substitute for practical skill evidence, school practical files, or viva.

Exam sponsor: Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Official KSEAB SSLC NSQF Beauty and Wellness is assessed as a Class 10 vocational subject (code 90EK) with written theory (objective-style and constructed-response items as per the year’s blueprint) plus practical performance and internal assessment conducted through the school under board norms. Model papers for Beauty & Wellness-90EK appear on the KSEAB/KSEEB SSLC model QP portal. This practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation for beauty therapy theory and employability concepts—it does not simulate official attempt limits, full subjective answers, viva, or hands-on salon practicals.

Time Limit

As notified by KSEAB for the examination year

Passing Score

Commonly reported as about 30–33% in each subject together with aggregate rules as published by KSEAB for the year; verify the current pass criteria circular. Practical/internal components follow school and board requirements.

Exam / Certification Fees

As notified by KSEAB and paid through schools for regular SSLC sittings (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories).

Exam sponsor website

Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

~12% of this local bank

Personal & Salon Hygiene

Hand washing, personal grooming, clean linen, waste disposal, and maintaining a hygienic treatment area.

~14% of this local bank

Skin Anatomy & Basics

Epidermis/dermis basics, skin types, recognition of common concerns, and cleanse–tone–moisturize sequence concepts.

~12% of this local bank

Hair Structure & Care Basics

Cuticle/cortex/medulla, scalp care, shampooing and conditioning principles, and basic styling awareness.

~10% of this local bank

Salon Safety & First-Aid Awareness

Electrical and chemical safety, fire awareness, PPE, slip prevention, and basic incident response awareness.

~10% of this local bank

Tools & Equipment

Purpose and care of common beauty tools; safe storage and post-service cleaning of reusable items.

~10% of this local bank

Client Care & Consultation

Professional greeting, needs analysis questions, comfort, privacy, and contraindications awareness.

~12% of this local bank

Sterilization & Disinfection

Hierarchy of cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization; disposables; and equipment hygiene between clients.

~12% of this local bank

Basic Treatment Concepts

High-level facial, manicure/pedicure, threading/depilation, and makeup hygiene concepts for theory revision.

~8% of this local bank

Professional Ethics & Employability

Confidentiality, honesty, punctuality, teamwork, professional image, and beauty-sector career pathways.

Preparing for the Karnataka SSLC NSQF Beauty and Wellness (KSEAB) Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Commonly reported as about 30–33% in each subject together with aggregate rules as published by KSEAB for the year; verify the current pass criteria circular. Practical/internal components follow school and board requirements.
  • Assessment: Official KSEAB SSLC NSQF Beauty and Wellness is assessed as a Class 10 vocational subject (code 90EK) with written theory (objective-style and constructed-response items as per the year’s blueprint) plus practical performance and internal assessment conducted through the school under board norms. Model papers for Beauty & Wellness-90EK appear on the KSEAB/KSEEB SSLC model QP portal. This practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation for beauty therapy theory and employability concepts—it does not simulate official attempt limits, full subjective answers, viva, or hands-on salon practicals.
  • Time limit: As notified by KSEAB for the examination year
  • Exam / certification fees: As notified by KSEAB and paid through schools for regular SSLC sittings (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories). Official sources

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Karnataka SSLC NSQF Beauty and Wellness (KSEAB): Suggested Study Strategy

1Practice official KSEAB Beauty & Wellness-90EK model papers so you can switch from MCQ drills to written short answers and practical viva language.
2Treat practicals as mandatory: hygiene drills, tool setup, facial sequence demos, manicure/pedicure steps, and client consultation role-play build the evidence this theory bank cannot replace.
3Memorize infection-control vocabulary: clean, disinfect, sterilize, antiseptic, disposable, cross-contamination, PPE, and contraindication.
4For client-care questions, choose the option that prioritizes consent, hygiene, honesty about limits, and client comfort over speed or upselling.
5For skin/hair items, learn structure and type characteristics first; do not invent product brand claims or medical diagnoses.
6Never reuse single-use items (cotton buds, wooden spatulas, disposable gloves after contamination) between clients in theory answers.
7Use English-medium materials if you study in English; also review Kannada terminology used in your school if your instruction medium is Kannada.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the official KSEAB SSLC NSQF Beauty and Wellness exam pure multiple-choice?

No. Official KSEAB SSLC NSQF Beauty and Wellness (code 90EK) is a vocational assessment with theory items as per the year’s blueprint plus practical/skill and internal evaluation. This bank is an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation for theory and employability knowledge only—not an official paper simulation and not a substitute for practical skill evidence.

What is subject code 90EK?

90EK is the common KSEAB/KSEEB paper code used for NSQF subject Beauty & Wellness on SSLC model and public question paper listings. Confirm the year’s date sheet and codes on kseab.karnataka.gov.in.

What topics are covered in this Beauty and Wellness practice bank?

Personal and salon hygiene, skin anatomy and types, hair structure and care, salon safety, tools and equipment, client care and consultation, sterilization and disinfection, basic treatment concepts (facial, nail care, depilation awareness), professional ethics, and employability skills aligned to Class 10 NSQF Beauty and Wellness theory.

What is the passing score for KSEAB SSLC NSQF Beauty and Wellness?

SSLC-consistent reporting commonly describes about 30–33% in each subject together with overall aggregate rules as notified by KSEAB. Practical/internal requirements follow school and board rules. Always verify the current result/pass criteria circular for your examination year.

How much does the KSEAB SSLC Beauty and Wellness exam cost?

Beauty and Wellness is not sold as a separate marketplace product. Fees are notified by KSEAB and paid through schools for regular candidates. Check kseab.karnataka.gov.in for the current fee circular.

Where can I find official model papers for Beauty and Wellness?

KSEAB publishes SSLC model and public papers including NSQF SUBJECT BEAUTY & WELLNESS-90EK. Start at https://kseab.karnataka.gov.in and the board’s SSLC model/public question paper pages.

Does this bank replace school practicals?

No. Practical disclosure: these MCQs support theory revision only. You must still complete school practicals, skill demonstrations, project/practical files, and any viva or internal assessment required by KSEAB and your school.

Can MCQs certify me as a beauty therapist?

No. Passing school/board assessments and completing required practical skill evidence are separate from free online practice. This bank prepares theory and judgment only; it does not replace licensed practice, apprenticeship, or official certification pathways beyond SSLC vocational assessment.