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

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

Group study can be helpful to discuss difficult topics and clear doubts. If the group is small and focused then it can be learning. 

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.