CBSE 12th Answer Key 2026: Download CBSE Class 12 Answer Key PDFs Here!

For Class 12th, it is considered to be strict. However, it is said that the checking done by evaluators is linient in comparison to the checking done by them in Class 9, 11 in their schools.

So, if u have covered the entire CBSE 12th syllabus and your preparation is on point, then you must not worry about the strict checking. Also, you can click on the link below to check the CBSE 12th important preparation points. 

Top tips to score high in CBSE board exams

Top mistakes students make while preparing for CBSE 12th board exams

Yes, the board releases the CBSE answer key Class 12 for all students to download and calculate their probable score. In case of an error, students can apply for correction of the answer key before the last date. CBSE will release the dates for raising objections against the answer keys on the official website. No application will be entertained after that.

Yes, you can attempt questions in any sequence in CBSE board class 12. Just ensure that while attempting your CBSE board exam that you have attempted all the question with a question number written in such a way that examiner can see it properly. And in order to get good marks, it is important to make an impression which can be made by attempting those questions first that you know well. Thus, if you know question no. 12, then instead of 1, 2, attempt those question that you remember properly. 

If released, students can check the CBSE Class 12 Answer Key at cbseacademic.nic.in or cbse.nic.in.

No, CBSE may not release the CBSE 12th answer key 2026 since the exams will be conducted once a year and they will be subjective. 

It is expected that CBSE will release the CBSE answer keys once the exams will start being held twice a year. The first term exam will be objective in nature.

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.

NO. No type of calculators, mobile phones, or any technological gadget is allowed during CBSE exams. Any student caught carrying these will be barred from writing their exam. 

In case you are unable to attend a CBSE 12th board exam, you will be awarded zero marks in the subject. Eventually, you will be asked to appear for the supplementary exam. Thus, it is better to focus and study hard and not skip or leave your exam to pass with flying colours.

Students must go through the points below to avoid the CBSE 12th board exam day hassles.

• All communication devices like mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, headphones, pagers, fitness bands, cameras, etc., are barred from carrying to the examination hall.
• Accessories like wallets, goggles, handbags, and purses are not to be carried.
• Students must not forget to carry all the stationary items that are required to appear for the CBSE 12th board exams as sharing of stationary is not allowed
• However, do not forget to carry your CBSE 12th admit card on all exam days
• Students without the hall ticket will not be allowed to write their CBSE Class 12 board exams

Students need to score at least 33 per cent in each subject in order to clear the CBSE 12th board exams. In subjects that have practical component, students need to obtain 33 percent in practical and theory separately.