CBSE 12th Commerce - Results, Exam Dates, Syllabus & Sample Papers

CBSE 12th 2026 ( CBSE 12th )

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Updated on Nov 22, 2025 03:28 IST

By Jasleen Taneja

CBSE Exam Class 12 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is all set to conduct the CBSE 12th exams 2026 between February 17 and April 9, 2026 in pen and paper format.

The Board released the CBSE 12th marks distribution scheme 2026 on the official website. It shares the distribution of marks between theory and internal assessment exams for all subjects. It also shares whether any external examiner will be present or not for the practical exams. 

Students can click on the links below to check the detailed CBSE 12th marks distribution scheme 2026.

CBSE 12th Marks Distribution Scheme 2026

CBSE also released the CBSE exam dates 2026 for practical exams. The CBSE practical exams 2026 Class 10, 12 will begin on January 1, 2026, for regular schools. The Board will conduct the CBSE practical exams 2026 for winter-bound schools between November 6 and December 6, 2025 in students' own school, however, there will be an external examiner to mark students. 

The Board RELEASED the final CBSE Class 12th Date Sheet 2026 on October 30, 2025. The CBSE exam Class 12 2026 date sheet is out on the official website- cbse.nic.in.The board earlier had released the tentative CBSE Class 12 exam dates 2026 on September 24, 2025. Students can download the CBSE 12th Class Date Sheet 2026 by clicking on the link provided below. 

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CBSE released the CBSE 12th exam 2026 Syllabus for all subjects. It has shared all the chapters and topics one needs to study to score well in the Class 12th Board exams. Students must also know the CBSE exam class 12 Exam Pattern 2026 as it familiarizes them with the marking scheme, types of questions asked in the exam, and more. For better preparation, students must also solve the CBSE Board Exam Class 12 2026 Sample Papers and previous years' question papers for better preparation of the exams.

Table of contents
  • About CBSE Exam Class 12 2026
  • CBSE Exam Class 12 2026 important Dates
  • CBSE Class 12 Exam 2026 Overview
  • CBSE  12th Exam 2026 Date Sheet PDF Download
  • CBSE Exam Class 12 2026 Sample Papers
  • CBSE Class 12 Exams 2026 Syllabus & Exam Pattern
  • CBSE Exam Class 12 2026 Preparation Tips
  • CBSE 12th Exam 2026 Admit Card
  • CBSE Board Exam Class 12 2026 Result
  • FAQs on CBSE Exam Class 12 2026
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About CBSE Exam Class 12 2026

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducts CBSE Class 12 exams every year in pen and paper mode for students studying in Class 12 in all schools affiliated by the Board. Those who clear their Class 11 exams from any recognized board of education and have studied for a year in Class 12 are eligible to sit for CBSE Class 12 board examinations. Students are required to pay the examination fees to register for these exams.

At the beginning of the session, the Board released the CBSE 12th Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026. Students must note that the CBSE date sheet 2026 class 12 pdf download will be made available soon. 

In the last academic session, the Board released the CBSE exam class 12 date sheet on November 20, 2024. CBSE Class 12 exams 2025 were held between February 15 and April 4, 2025 and the CBSE 12th result was announced on May 13, 2025.

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Q:   What are the passing marks for CBSE 12th board exams?
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Students need to score at least 33 percent in all subjects and a minimum aggregate of 33 percent in CBSE 12th board exams in order to clear the examinations. 

The Board released the CBSE 12th syllabus and marking scheme for all subjects. Students must ensure to complete their syllabus and know the exam pattern well. They must nalso download and solve the CBSE 12th sample papers and previous years' question papers to perform well in the exams. 

Once done with the syllabus and practice, students will be able to clear the 12th board examinations will good percentage.  

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

CBSE Exam Class 12 2026 important Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of CBSE 12th 2026 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Nov ' 25

Release of CBSE Class 12 exam Date Sheet 2026

TENTATIVE
Jan ' 26 - Feb ' 26

Conduct of CBSE 12th Practical exams 2026

TENTATIVE
17 Feb ' 26 - 05 Mar ' 26

Conduct of CBSE 12th Exams 2026

May ' 26

Announcement of CBSE 12th Result 2026

TENTATIVE
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CBSE Class 12 Exam 2026 Overview

Features

Details

Full Exam Name

Central Board of Secondary Education Class 12th Examination

Short Exam Name

CBSE Class 12th

Conducting Body

Central Board of Secondary Education

Frequency of Conduct

Annually

Exam Level

Higher Secondary

Mode of Exam

Offline

Exam Duration

3 hours

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Will we get sufficient time to prepare for our CBSE 12th examinations once they begin?
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Yes, the board provides sufficient preparation leaves for you to prepare for the exams. Students are advised to finish their syllabus and practice the sample papers well ahead in time so as to avoid any panic situation once exams begin. 

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CBSE  12th Exam 2026 Date Sheet PDF Download

CBSE released the final CBSE 12th Class Date Sheet 2026 on October 30, 2025 on the official website. The CBSE exam class 12 2026 will be held between February 17 and April 9, 2026

The CBSE 12th date sheet 2026 mentions the exam dates, days, and timings for all the subjects along with certain guidelines for students to follow. CBSE exam class 12 date sheet is released online in PDF format.

Students must check this page to stay updated on the release of CBSE Class 12 exam 2026 date sheet and plan their revision accordingly. 

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CBSE Exam Class 12 2026 Sample Papers

CBSE released the CBSE Exam Class 12 2026 sample papers and marking scheme for all subjects on the official website. Along with the sample papers, students can also download the CBSE Class 12 exam 2026 question papers. Download them by clicking on the link provided below. To know the CBSE exam pattern and marking scheme, students are advised to solve CBSE 12th exam 2026 sample papers. The Board has provided the CBSE Board exam class 12 sample papers to make students familiar with the type of questions that are going to be asked in the examination, gauge the difficulty level and more. Students must solve and analyse the sample papers for better preparation for the examinations. This way, they'll get to know the areas where they need more practice.

Click on the link below to download:

CBSE Exam Class 12 2026 Sample Papers and Previous Years' Question Papers  

 

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CBSE Class 12 Exams 2026 Syllabus & Exam Pattern

The Board released the CBSE Exam Class 12 syllabus 2026 and exam pattern on the official website. The CBSE class 12 exam 2026 syllabus mentions all the topics and chapters to be covered while preparing for the exam. The CBSE 12th exam pattern 2026 states the marking scheme followed in the exam, the duration of papers, the different types of questions asked, and much more. Students can click on the Science, Commerce, and Arts stream tabs above to check the detailed CBSE syllabus Class 12 and exam pattern for different subjects.

Click to check the CBSE exam Class 12 2026 Syllabus

Click to check the CBSE Class 12 exam pattern 2026

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are the important documents to carry on CBSE 12th exam days?
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You must not forget to carry your CBSE 12th admit card on all exam days. In case you forget, you will not be allowed to write the exam. Along with the CBSE 12th admit card and school ID, students must also carry their pens, pencils, ruler. geometry box etc.

The board releases the CBSE 12th admit card in the first week of February on the official website. Students  need to collect their admit card from their school respectively.  The CBSE 12th exams are held from February until April every year.  

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CBSE Exam Class 12 2026 Preparation Tips

Shiksha.com has collated some helpful preparation tips that students can follow to do well in their upcoming Class 12 board examination:

1. Follow a proper schedule. Sleep early and wake up early in the morning, have a proper breakfast, and then sit to study. Do not stay up late at night. Take out an hour or two to relax and not think about the exams during the day. Read, sleep, play, or do whatever you think diverts your attention away from exams. Munch on healthy food while you study. Junk food is a big no.

2. Do not have too much on the plate. Constructively exercise your brain, and do not burden it with a lot of thoughts. Set realistic targets for the day. Do not try and study everything in a single day. Try taking it slow and apportion the revision accordingly. Of the 5 or 6 subjects, pick up 2 or a maximum of 3 subjects and pick up a topic or two from each and go into the depths of the topics, instead of skimming 8-10 topics.

3. Mix and match Plan the day well. Do not have all easy subjects/topics in a day or do not overburden with topics that you find difficult. To maximize the output, start with a light subject for an hour or so, and then take up a heavy subject or a topic.

4. Solve sample papers. Practicing sample papers makes one familiar with the exam pattern, marking scheme, and the different types of questions asked.

5. Practice the art of relaxatio.n Exercise and meditation help improve concentration. Meditation strengthens the mind, it comes under control and is able to provide effective guidance to the physical body to effectively execute all its projects. Psychological Exercises are a powerful way of improving concentration and improving mental strength. During exam time, the aim of a student should be to perform to the best of his/her abilities and also concentrate on keeping themselves healthy, and relaxation exercises will help him/her do that.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How can I improve my writing and presentation skills for the CBSE 12th board exams?
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Following are some tips to improve the writing and presentation skills for the CBSE 12th board exams.

  • Students must write the answers neatly. The hand writing should be legible.
  • Write the answers with proper heading and subheading.
  • Highlight your important points.
  • Cross out the errors neatly with single line.
  • Divide the time for each question to avoid rushing.  
  • Practice writing the previous year question papers.
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CBSE 12th Exam 2026 Admit Card

CBSE is expected to release the CBSE exam Class 12 2026 admit card in the last week of January 2026. Schools need to download the admit cards for all students and get them signed by the principal. Students are to collect their CBSE Class 12 exam 2026 admit card from their schools respectively and carry it on all exam days. No student will be allowed to write the exam without it. The CBSE Board Exam Class 12 admit card mentions the exam dates, days, timings, along with the student's details.

Click here to check your CBSE Exam Class 12 Admit Card 2026

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CBSE Board Exam Class 12 2026 Result

DeskCalendarResult: May ' 26

The Board is expected to release CBSE Class 12 exam 2026 results in the first week of May 2026 on the website - cbse.gov.in. To check their results, students need to enter their login details as mentioned in the admit card.

Students can check the CBSE 12th Result 2026 by entering their school code, roll number etc. CBSE 12th result can also be checked via SMS, IVRS, Parinam Manjusha app and Digilocker.

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