CBSE Class 12 Chemistry: High-Scoring Topics

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CBSE Class 12 Chemistry high scoring topics are given on this page. Students preparing for the CBSE 12th exam 2026 can go through the CBSE class 12 Chemistry high scoring topics here. The CBSE Science exams 2026 started from February 17, 2026 with Biotechnology subject and conclude with Biology subject on March 27, 2026.

CBSE Class 12 Chemistry high scoring topics are given on this page. Students preparing for the CBSE 12th exam 2026 can go through the CBSE class 12 Chemistry high scoring topics here.

CBSE Class 12 Chemistry high scoring topics

CBSE Class 12 Chemistry high scoring topics: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducted the CBSE Class 12 exams 2026 between February 17 and April 10, 2026 in pen and paper format. We have provided CBSE 12th Chemistry High scoring topics on this page. Those who are appearing for the CBSE 12th board exam 2026 can go through the CBSE Class 12 Chemistry Chapters along with CBSE Class 12 weightage. Electrochemistry is the most important chapter in CBSE 12th Chemistry. Students can expect 9 marks question from this chapter.

CBSE 12th Chemistry exam 2026 was held on February 28, 2026. Students can check the final CBSE 12 date sheet 2026 and use this to prepare for their upcoming CBSE Class 12 exam 2026. CBSE 12th Chemistry theory exam 2026 is for 70 marks. Weightage of practical exam is 30 marks. Students must finish their CBSE Class 12 exam syllabus 2026 and should know the CBSE 12th exam pattern 2026 to score better. 

Table of contents
  • CBSE Class 12 Chemistry High scoring topics: Weightage
  • CBSE Class 12 Chemistry Weightage 2026 Overview
  • CBSE Class 12 Chemistry Practical Exam 2026: Weightage
  • CBSE 12th Chemistry Exam 2026: Prep Tips

CBSE Class 12 Chemistry High scoring topics: Weightage

Check the CBSE 12th Chemistry chapters along with weightage below. Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids carries 8 marks. Solutions, Chemical Kinetics, d- and f-Block Elements, Coordination Compounds, Biomolecules are equally important since they carry 7 marks each.

Unit/Chapter

Marks

Solutions

7

Electrochemistry

9

Chemical Kinetics

7

d- and f-Block Elements

7

Coordination Compounds

7

Haloalkanes and Haloarenes

6

Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers

6

Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids

8

Amines

6

Biomolecules

7

Total

70

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are the changes introduced in CBSE 12th Accounts exam pattern?
A: 

In the Accountancy subject, the CBSE Board has decided to do away with the answer books wherein tables were provided for the subject of Accountancy.

 

Q:   Where can I check and download CBSE Exam Pattern Class 10, 12?
A: 

 The exam pattern shares the marking scheme, weightage to every topic, duration of exam and more. Students must know the CBSE exam pattern as this helps them form a strategy and to decide which question to solve first. 

Q:   Where can I download CBSE 12th sample question papers 2026?
A: 

CBSE released the CBSE 12th sample papers 2026 on the official website- cbseacademic.nic.in. You can download CBSE Class 12 sample question papers 2026 from the official website or from this page too. Students must solve and practice the CBSE 12th question papers of previous years' to know the marking scheme, the types of questions asked in the exam, gauge the difficulty level and more. 

It is advised that students solve and practice the CBSE sample papers to ace the board examinations.

Q:   Is CBSE 12th sample paper easier than board paper?
A: 

You can treat the CBSE sample paper as a mock test and time yourself while answering it. This will make you familiar with the exam pattern and marking scheme, after which you will eventually find the CBSE board paper easy. 

You can download the CBSE 12th sample papers and question papers by clicking on the link below:

CBSE 12th sample paper and previous year question papers

CBSE Class 12 Chemistry Weightage 2026 Overview

Students can check the overall weightage of CBSE Class 12 Chemistry 2026.

Component

Marks

Overview

Theory Exam

70

Covers all Chemistry chapters including numericals, reactions and concepts

Practical Exam

30

Includes experiments, activities and viva

Total

100

Balanced focus on theory and practical knowledge

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CBSE Class 12 Chemistry Practical Exam 2026: Weightage

Students can check the CBSE Chemistry Class 12 Weightage for Chemistry practical exams here. It will help them to understand mark distribution for practical exam. 

Evaluation Scheme

Marks

Volumetric Analysis

8

Salt Analysis

8

Content Based Experiment

6

Project Work

4

Class Record and Viva

4

Total

30

CBSE 12th Chemistry Exam 2026: Prep Tips

Students should read the CBSE 12th preparation tips 2026 given below to get good marks. They should make a proper time table and follow it.

  • Know the CBSE 12th syllabus and learn accordingly. 
  • Learn the CBSE 12th text books thoroughly. 
  • Revise regularly so that they will not forget what they have learnt. 
  • Practice CBSE 12th sample question papers 2026.
  • Make short notes of every chapter.
  • Figure out weaker areas and concentrate more on them.
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