CGBSE 12th Exam Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education 12th 2026 ( CGBSE 12th )

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CGBSE 12th Second Board Exams 2026

8 Jul '26 - 22 Jul '26

Md Shahzad
Updated on Apr 19, 2026 18:29 IST

By Md Shahzad, Assistant Manager – Editorial Content

Overview

CG Board 12th Exam Pattern 2026: The Chhattisgarh Board prescribes the CGBSE 12th exam pattern 2026. The board released the subject-wise CG Board 12th exam pattern 2026 online on its website at cgbse.nic.in. Students can also find the CGBSE Class 12th exam pattern 2026 on this page. Students can check the exam pattern CGBSE 12th 2026 by clicking the links provided. Students must check the CGBSE 12th exam pattern 2026 and complete their CGBSE 12th exam preparation 2026 accordingly.

Students must follow the pattern and practice answering questions so as to score maximum. They are advised to go through the CGBSE 12th syllabus to know the topics for the board exam.

The board conducetd CGBSE 12th board exam 2026 between February 20 and March 18, 2026.

Table of contents
  • CGBSE Class 12th Exam Pattern 2026
  • Subject-wise CGBSE Exam Pattern 2026 Class 12
  • CGBSE 12th Exam Pattern 2026: Download
  • CGBSE 12th Question Paper Scheme
  • CGBSE 12th Class Exam Pattern 2026: Frequently Asked Questions
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CGBSE Class 12th Exam Pattern 2026

Students can check the number of questions for different subjects, marking scheme, total marks and duration in the CG Board 12th exam pattern 2026. The important points of the prescribed CGBSE class 12th exams pattern are provided below: 

  • The exam is held for 100 marks, and the exam duration is three hours.
  • The maximum marks for a subject are 100, including Theory and Practical.
  • 30 marks are allotted for practical and internal assessments.
  • It is necessary to secure minimum passing marks in five subjects.
  • Students must secure at least 33% marks in sectional and aggregate to pass the exam.
  • The duration of each exam is 3 hours.
  • Language paper of CG Board 12th exams carries 100 marks in total, while science subjects like biology, physics, etc. have a theory paper of 70 marks and a practical exam of 30 marks.
  • The subjects like accountancy and economics also have a theory paper of 80 marks, and 20 marks are kept for internal assessment.
 
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is there any change in the CGBSE 12th exam pattern?
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The board has released the CGBSE 12th exam pattern on its website for the upcoming board exams. There is no change has been made in it. Students can access it online on board's website and on this page as well. The board also prescribe the CG Board 12 exam pattern through the sample paper. Students must download and practice it as and when it gets released officially. It's important to study according to the updated CGBSE class 12 exam pattern and also keep eye on board's notification on exam pattern changes (if any).

Q:   What type of questions are asked in the CG Board 12th exams 2026?
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The CGBSE class 12 question papers includes different types of questions such as objective type (multiple choice), very short answer, short answer, and long answer questions. Objective questions test basic understanding, while long answers check detailed knowledge. Some questions are based on application and analysis. Practicing previous years' papers can help students understand the pattern better. The questions are usually from the prescribed textbooks.

Q:   How can I manage my time while preparing for all subjects of the class 12 board exams?
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Students must note that the time management is key to score well in all subjects in class 12 board exams. Students should make a study timetable by dividing time into subject-wise sessions. The students should focus more on subjects they find difficult and revise easier topics regularly. Students should try to complete the syllabus at leas a month or two before the final exams. It wil give them enough time to practice sample papers and previous year's question papers.

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Subject-wise CGBSE Exam Pattern 2026 Class 12

The state education board prescribed the CG Board class 12th exam pattern 2026 for all the subjects on its website. We have provided the subject-wise CGBSE 12th exam pattern below.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What role do multiple-choice questions (MCQs) play in the board exams?
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Multiple Choice Questions (MSQs) always play a cruicial role in any board exams. Inclass 10, 12 board exams, MCQs are asked in each paper that contain 30% to 40% marks. Through, MCQs, the students are tested for their knoledge and understanding of concepts. Each MCQ usually has one mark, hence, answering them correctly can award boost to your score. These MCQs also take less time to answer if the studtnts are well-prepared.

Q:   What is the exam pattern for CG Board 12th Science stream?
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The CG Board 12th Science stream exam pattern includes both theory and practical exams. Theory exams are typically for 70 marks. On the other hand, the practical exams are for 30 marks. Students need to pass both components separately. On the marksheet, the marks obtained in both practical and theory exams are mentioned separately.

Q:   How to prepare for CGBSE 12th exam in one month?
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For a better performence in CG Board 12th exam, the students need to cover the entire syllabus. Apart from covering the syllabus, the students should also practice the CGBSE 12th sample question paper and previous year's question papers. However, for an ideal preparation, if you are not up to the mark and only have month or two to prepare for the exam, these tips might benefit you.

During this one/two month, you should dedicate 8-9 hours daily for your preparation. Firstly, make a suitable time table as per the syllabus and try to cover the entire syllabus. Clear the doubts with teachers. Solve sample questions papers. Learn the important concepts, diagrams, formulas throughly. Figure out most repeated questions and learn them thoroughly.

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CGBSE 12th Exam Pattern 2026: Download

CG Board releases the CGBSE 12th exam pattern 2026 online on its website. Students can download the same at cgbse.nic.in as and when released. Until then, the students can download last year's CGBSE 12th exam pattern 2026 here.

Click to download CGBSE Class 12 exam pattern 2026.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can I pay money to increase my marks in CGBSE exams?
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No, absolutely not. Paying money to any fraud cannot help you increase your marks in CGBSE board exams. You must remember that only your preparation and performance in the exam can help you secure good marks in the exams. Many fraudsters falsely promise to improve scores in CGBSE class 10 and 12 exams.  You need to remember that these people are always scammers. You should never fall for such offers, paying money will not change the CGBSE Board exam results in any way.

Q:   Is there any negative marking in CG Board class 10, 12 exams 2026?
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No, there is no negative marking in the CGBSE exams 2026 class 10, 12. Students receive one mark for each correct answer for objective-type questions. Hence, the students should attempt all questions confidently. However, students who write the wrong long-type answers will have their marks deducted.

Q:   When will CGBSE 12th exams 2026 be held?
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The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education announced the CG Board 12th exam date 2026. The CGBSE class 12 main board exams 2026 will be held between February 20 and March 18, 2026. We have updated the same also on this page.

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CGBSE 12th Question Paper Scheme

Students can download last year's CGBSE 12th Question Paper Scheme below: We will upload the CGBSE 12th Question Paper Scheme 2026, once released.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   When should I start practicing the CG Board 12th sample papers?
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It is uggested to start solving the CGBSE 12th sample papers after completion of CG Board 12th syllabus. Once the students are done with covering the entire syllabus, they solve all the questions included in the official CG Board 12th sample papers. However, students can also solve one or two CGBSE 12th sample papers while covering the syllabus, it will help them in concept clarity.

Q:   Are practical exams conducted in the CGBSE 12th exam?
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Yes, practical exams are conducted in the CGBSE class 12 exams. In the subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Computer Science, practical exams are held for 30 marks. In the practicals, the students are tested for their practical knowldge in subjects through experiments and viva. Final result is calculated based on marks both in practicals and theory papers.

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CGBSE 12th Class Exam Pattern 2026: Frequently Asked Questions

Students can check the frequently asked questions related to the CG Board 12th exam pattern 2026 below:

Q:   Will questions be asked from the Class 12 Board’s sample paper?
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Sample question papers help you know the difficulty level and type of questions asked for the Class 12 board exam. We cannot predict that questions will not be repeated from the sample paper. Students can expect a few questions or similar questions from the sample paper. Questions in the Class 12 board examination may be from any part of the syllabus. So, prepare thoroughly from the entire syllabus.

Q:   Are class 12 sample papers useful for last-minute preparation?
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Yes. The sample papers are very useful for last minute preparation. The students can quickly go through important questions and topics. Solving 1 or 2 papers every day before the final examination can help the candidates improve their speed. It also helps refresh memory.

Q:   How do class 12 sample/model papers help improve time management in exams?
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All the class 12 model/sample papers have a set time limit. Hence, the students should solve them under a set time limit to improve their time management skills.

Q:   Are there any model question papers available for CG Board 12th?
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Yes, CGBSE releases model question papers for each subject. The board releases the CGBSE 12th model papers for all subjects on its official website. Students can visit the official website at cgbse.nic.in to download the same. We also provide direct links to download the CGBSE class 12 model paper for all subjects on our website. These papers help students understand the exam pattern and the type of questions asked.

Q:   Do examiners deduct marks for exceeding the word limit in the language papers in Class 12 board exam?
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No, examiners will not deduct marks for exceeding the word limit. Marks will be deducted for spelling mistakes in the Language Papers. Students are advised to be careful with the spellings, so that they won't loose any marks. They are also advised not to waste time by writing much more than the word limit. 

Q:   Is group study useful for Class 12 board exam preparation?
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Group study can be helpful to discuss difficult topics and clear doubts. If the group is small and focused then it can be learning. 

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Answered 2 months ago

After reaching out to many students who appeared for the CGBSE 12th class exams, the level of Mathematics is moderate to high. However, students also thinks that alll the questions were doable and those who cover the syllabus can easily score marks above 80% in the paper.

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Answered 2 months ago

Any score above 75% is better in CGBSE class 12th exams. Students who prepare the syllabus can easily obtain marks above 75% in the CG Board class 12 exams.

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Md Shahzad

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Answered 2 months ago

The board is expected to release the CG Board class 12th 2nd main result 2026 in July/August 2026. An exact CGBSE class 12th 2nd main result 2026 date will be announced by the board.

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Md Shahzad

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Answered 2 months ago

On paper both exams are not same, however, technically, both exams are same if you look at all the aspects of both the exams. Over the past few years, the board has been organising the CG Board 12th 2nd main exams instead of compartment exams. The students who failed in the final CGBSE 12th exams an

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Answered 2 months ago

The board will release the CGBSE class 12th time table 2026 for the second main after the final result announcement. However, based on last year's exam date, the board is expected to hold the CG Board 12th 2nd main exams in July 2026.

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Answered 2 months ago

Maths is considered the most difficult papers among the CGBSE 12th students. Many students also find Physics, Chemsitry, Accountancy, Business Studies a bit difficult. However, those who cover the syllabus can easily obtain good marks in these difficult papers.

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Md Shahzad

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Answered 2 months ago

From the last two years, the board has been organising the CG Board class 12 second main exams in place of supplementary exams. Students who fail in the class 12th main exams or who want to improve their marks can appear for the CGBSE 12th 2nd phase exams.

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Answered 2 months ago

After analysing the previous year's CG Board 12th question paper, it can be said that the level of CGBSE 12th exams is easy to moderate. However, many students find Maths paper moderate to tough in the final exams.

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