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CBSE 12th 2026 ( CBSE 12th )

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Updated on Feb 20, 2026 16:45 IST

By Anangsha Patra, Deputy Manager – Editorial

CBSE 12th Exam Pattern 2026: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced on screen marking for the evaluation of CBSE 12th answer sheets of students. The exam pattern is prescribed by the examination authority. CBSE 12th exam pattern 2026 shares the marking scheme, types of questions asked in the exam, difficulty level, and more. Students must be thorough with the exam pattern of CBSE 12th 2026 in order to know the overall exam structure. Read below for more details on CBSE Class 12 exam pattern.

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Table of contents
  • CBSE Class 12 Exam Pattern 2026
  • Subject-wise Marking Scheme for Class 12 CBSE 2026
  • CBSE Class 12 Maths exam pattern 2026
  • CBSE Class 12 Physics Exam Pattern 2026
  • CBSE Class 12 Chemistry Exam Pattern 2026
  • CBSE Class 12 Biology Exam Pattern 2026
  • CBSE Class 12 Accountancy Exam Pattern 2026
  • CBSE 12th Business Studies Exam Pattern 2026
  • CBSE Class 12 Economics Exam Pattern 2026
  • CBSE Class 12 English (Core) Exam Pattern 2026
  • Passing Marks in CBSE Class 12 2026
  • FAQs on CBSE 12th Exam Pattern 2026
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CBSE Class 12 Exam Pattern 2026

CBSE Class 12th exam pattern 2026 includes 50% competency-based questions (MCQs, case-based, source-based), 20% select-response type questions (MCQs), and 30% constructed response questions (short/long answers). This makes the total to 100%. This emphasis is on concept understanding and application over memorization, to test students' real-life application of learning. The total marks of each subject is 100, with 80 marks for theory and 20 for practical/internal assessment. Students need to score a minimum of 33% in each subject and in aggregate to clear the exams. In the Accountancy subject, there will be no answer books wherein tables were provided. The highlights related to CBSE Class 12th exam pattern is given below.

Particulars

Details

Conducting Body 

Central Board of Secondary Education 

Question Paper Pattern 

  • MCQs - 20%
  • Competency-based questions (MCQs, case-based, source-based) - 50%
  • Short answer/long answer type questions- 30%

Duration 

3 hours 

Mode 

Offline 

Number of subjects 

5 or 6 (as elected by the student) 

Maximum Marks 

100 (theory + practical)

  • 80 marks theory + 20 marks Project works for Commerce subjects (Accountancy, Business Studies & Economics) 
  • 70 marks theory +30 marks practical for Physics, Chemistry & Biology 
  • 80 marks Maths written exam + 20 marks internal assessment 

Passing marks for each subject 

33%

Passing marks for the overall exam 

Aggregate 33%

 

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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:   Does CBSE cut marks for exceeding the word limit?
A: 

No, CBSE does not deduct marks for exceeding the word limit in the board exams. However, marks may be deducted for spelling mistakes and other errors in language papers. 

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Subject-wise Marking Scheme for Class 12 CBSE 2026

The exam pattern and marking scheme of CBSE 12th 2026 of all subjects are given in the following table. Students can download them by clicking on the subject name below. The CBSE 12th marking scheme 2026 provides answers to all the questions mentioned in the CBSE sample papers for 2026. To download the subject-wise CBSE 12th sample papers, students can click on the Question Papers/Sample Papers tab above.

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Students can download the CBSE 12th marking scheme 2026 for all subjects below:

Accountancy Home Science
Assamese Informatics Practices
Arabic Japanese
Bengali Kannada
Bharatnatyam Kashmiri
Bhutia Kathak
Bhoti  
Biology Kathakali
Biotechnology Kuchipudi
Bodo Legal Studies
Business Studies Lepcha 
Carnatic Melodic Limboo
Carnatic Percussion Malayalam
Carnatic Vocal Manipuri
Chemistry  Marathi
Computer Science Applied Arts (Commercial arts)
Dance Manipuri Applied Mathematics
Dance Odissi Mathematics
Economics Mizo
Engg Graphics NCC
English Core Nepali
English Elective Kokborok
Entrepreneurship KTPI
French Odia
Geography Painting
German Graphic
Gujarati Sculpture
Hindi Elective Urdu Core
Hindi Core Physical Education
History Physics
Hindustani Music (melodic) Political Science
Hindustani Music (percussion) Psychology
Hindustani Music (vocal) Punjabi
Russian Sanskrit Elective
Sindhi Tamil
Sociology Tangkhul
Spanish Telugu (AP)
Sanskrit Core Telugu Telangana
Tibetan Urdu Elective

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   When will CBSE 12th Syllabus release?
A: 

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) released the CBSE class 12 syllabus 2025-26 on its official website. Students can find and download the syllabus of Class 12 CBSE 2025-26 below for all subjects. Download and start studying for the board examinations. It is adviced that students finish their CBSE 12th syllabus 2026 for all subjects at least 2 months prior to the exam to score well.

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

CBSE will release the CBSE 10th, 12th exam pattern 2026 on the official website soon. 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. To know the CBSE exams pattern 2026, students can click on the links below-

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CBSE Class 12 Maths exam pattern 2026

For CBSE Class 12 Maths the theory part has a total weightage of 80 marks and the internal assessment is for 30 marks. Chapter-wise CBSE class 12 exam pattern and the marking scheme for Mathematics is explained below.

Topic

Marks

Relations & Functions

08

Calculus

35

Algebra

10

Vectors & 3-Dimensional Geometry

14

Linear Programming 

05

Probability 

08

Total

80

Internal Assessment

20

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Are questions from previous year asked in CBSE 12th boards?
A: 

Not exactly the same, but, CBSE can ask questions similar to what were asked in the previous years of CBSE 12th exams. Thus, you are advised to download and practice the previous years' question papers thoroughly for better preparation. 

Q:   What is the detailed CBSE 12th Maths Exam pattern?
A: 

Here's the chapter-wise distribution of marks in CBSE 12th 2026. Students can click on the link provided to download the complete CBSE 12th Maths Exam pattern 2026.

Topic

Marks

Relations & Functions

08

Calculus

35

Algebra

10

Vectors & 3-Dimensional Geometry

14

Linear Programming 

05

Probability 

08

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CBSE Class 12 Physics Exam Pattern 2026

CBSE Class 12 Science subject-wise exam pattern 2026 along with the marks weightage is provided below. 

CBSE Class 12 Physics: Chapter-Wise Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme

For CBSE Class 12 Physics, the theory part has a total weightage of 70 marks. The remaining 30 marks belong to the practicals. CBSE Class 12 Physics chapter-wise exam pattern and the marking scheme are explained below. 

Unit

Topics 

Marks 

Unit-1

Electrostatics

Chapter 1: Electric Charges and Fields
Chapter 2: Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance

16

Unit-2

Current Electricity

Chapter 3: Current Electricity

Unit-3

Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism

Chapter 4: Moving Charges and Magnetism
Chapter 5: Magnetism and Matter

17

Unit-4

Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents

Chapter 6: Electromagnetic Induction
Chapter 7: Alternating Current

Unit-5

Electromagnetic Waves

Chapter–8: Electromagnetic Waves

18

 

Unit-6

Optics

Chapter–9: Ray Optics and Optical Instruments

Chapter–10: Wave Optics

Unit-7

Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter

Chapter–11: Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter

12

 

Unit-8

Atoms and Nuclei

Chapter–12: Atoms

Chapter–13: Nuclei

Unit-9

Electronic Devices

Chapter 7 –14: Semiconductor Electronics: Materials, Devices
and Simple Circuits

7

 Practicals: The record to be submitted by the students at the time of their annual examination has to include:

  • Record of at least 8 Experiments [with 4 from each section], to be performed by the students.
  • Record of at least 6 Activities [with 3 each from section A and section B], to be performed by the students.
  • The Report of the project carried out by the students.

2 experiments 1 from each section 

7+7

 Practical record 

5

1 activity from any section 

3

Investigatory project 

3

Viva 

5

Total

30

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can we attempt questions in any sequence in CBSE board class 12 question paper?
A: 

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. 

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CBSE Class 12 Chemistry Exam Pattern 2026

For Chemistry, the theory part has a total weightage of 70 marks. The remaining 30 marks are assigned to the practicals. The table below contains CBSE class 12 exam pattern for Class 12 Chemistry Chapters and the marking scheme.

Topics 

Marks 

Theory

Solutions 

7

Electrochemistry 

9

Chemical Kinetics 

7

d -and f- block elements 

7

Coordination Compounds 

7

Haloalkaline s & Haloarnes

6

Alcohol, Phenols & Ethers 

6

Aldehydes, Ketones & Carboxylic Acids 

8

Amines 

6

Biomolecules 

7

Total

70

Practicals 

Volumetric Analysis 

8

Salt Analysis 

8

Content-Based Experiment 

6

Project 

4

Class record & viva 

4

Total

30

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CBSE Class 12 Biology Exam Pattern 2026

For CBSE Class 12 Biology the theory part has a total weightage of 70 marks and Practicals constitute of the remaining 30 marks. It is explained below in tabular form CBSE Class 12 Biology chapter-wise exam pattern and the marking scheme. 

Topics 

Marks 

Theory

Reproduction 

16

Genetics & Evolution 

20 

Biology & Human Welfare 

12

Biotechnology & its Applications 

12

Ecology & Environment 

10

Total

70

Practical 

1 major experiment 

5

1 minor experiment 

4

Slide preparation 

5

Spotting 

7

Practical record + viva voce 

4

Investigatory Project and its Project Record + Viva Voce

5

Total

30

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CBSE Class 12 Accountancy Exam Pattern 2026

The Theory part is of 80 marks, which are divided into Part A: 60 marks & Part B: 20 marks. The project is of 20 marks, which comes under Part C. Chapter-wise Accountancy exam pattern and the marking scheme according to topics is as follows: 

Topic 

Marks 

Part A: Accounting for Partnership Firms & Companies

Unit 1: Accounting for Partnership Firms
Unit 2: Accounting for Companies 

36
24

 

60

Part B: Financial Statement Analysis 

Unit 3: Analysis of Financial Statements
Unit 4: Cash Flow Statement 

12
08

 

20

Part C: Project work, which includes:
Project file
Viva voce

12
08

OR

 

Part B: Computerised Accounting

 

Unit 4. Computerized Accounting

20

Part C: Practical Work, which includes:

Practical File 12 marks

Viva Voce 8 marks

20

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CBSE 12th Business Studies Exam Pattern 2026

The theory section is divided into 2 parts, carrying 40 marks each. The remaining 20 marks fall under the project work. The Business Studies chapter-wise exam pattern and the marking scheme according to the topics are provided below.

Topic 

Marks 

Part A: Principles & Function of Management

 
  • Nature & Significance of Management 
  • Principles of Management 
  • Business Environment 

16

  • Planning 
  • Organising

14

  • Staffing 
  • Directing 
  • Controlling

20

Total

50

Part B: Business Finance & Marketing

 
  • Financial Management 
  • Financial Markets

15

  • Marketing Management 
  • Consumer Protection

15

Total

30

Project Work (One)

20 

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CBSE Class 12 Economics Exam Pattern 2026

The theory part has a total weightage of 80 marks, which is equally divided into 2 parts. The Practical part has a total weightage of 20 marks. For Class 12 Economics, the chapter-wise CBSE class 12 exam pattern and the marking scheme according to the topics are as follows:

Topic 

Marks 

Part A: Introductory Macroeconomics 

  • National Income & Related Aggregate 
  • Money & Banking 
  • Determination of Income & Employment 
  • Government Budget & Economy 
  • Balance of Payments

10
06
12
06
06

Total

40

Part B: Indian Economic Development 

  • Development Experience (1947-90) & Economic Reforms since 1991
  • Current Challenges facing the Indian Economy
  • Development Experience of India- A Comparison with Neighbors

12
20
08

Total

40

Part C: Project 

20 

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CBSE Class 12 English (Core) Exam Pattern 2026

The class 12 English paper contains sections for reading skills, creative writing, literature, and assessments. The marks contained by each section are mentioned below:

Topics 

Marks 

Reading Skills 

26

Grammar and Creative Writing Skills

23

Literature Text Book and Supplementary Reading Text

31

Total

80

Internal Assessment - Assessment of Listening + Speaking Skills (5+5)

10

Project work 

10

Grand Total

100

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Passing Marks in CBSE Class 12 2026

The passing marks out of 70 in CBSE Class 12 is 33%. In a subject involving practical work, candidates must obtain 33 per cent in the Theory paper and 33% in practical separately. For awarding the grades, the Board place all the passed students in a rank order and award grades as follows :

  • A-1 Top 1/8th of the passed candidates
  • A-2 Next 1/8th of the passed candidates
  • B-1 Next 1/8th of the passed candidates
  • B-2 Next 1/8th of the passed candidates
  • C-1 Next 1/8th of the passed candidates
  • C-2 Next 1/8th of the passed candidates
  • D-1 Next 1/8th of the passed candidates
  • D-2 Next 1/8th of the passed candidates
  • E Failed candidates

 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is CBSE Class 12th marking scheme?
A: 

CBSE 12th marking scheme for is such that 80 marks are allotted for Theory and 20 marks for Internal Assessment. The marking scheme for Science subjects have 70 marks and 30 for practicals.

Q:   What are the maximum marks in CBSE 12th exam?
A: 

The maximum marks allotted in CBSE 12th exam are 500. Each subject carries 100 marks. Students can also take sixth subject, the final percentage is calculated using the best five subjects. 80/70 marks are allotted for Theory paper and 20/30 marks for internal assessment/practicals.

Q:   How to resolve ties in CBSE 12th exam?
A: 

In case of a tie, all the students getting the same score and grade will be divided into two segments, the smaller segment will go with the larger. Method of grading will be used in subjects where the number of candidates who have passed is more than 500.

 In respect of subjects where total number of candidates passing in a subject is less than 500, the grading would be adopted on the pattern of grading and distribution in other similar subjects.

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FAQs on CBSE 12th Exam Pattern 2026

Students can check below the FAQs related to CBSE 12th exam pattern 2026-

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Q:   Will the CBSE 12th Board exams 2026 be based on 100% syllabus?
A: 

Yes, CBSE 12th exams 2026 will be based on 100% syllabus. Students can check the CBSE 12th syllabus 2026 by clicking on the link provided. Students must finish with their syllabus and know the exam pattern well at least a month prior to the exam. This way they'll be better prepared for the exams. 

From 2020 to 2022, the Board had reduced the CBSE syllabus in the wake of Covid pandemic. 

Q:   Can I cheat in CBSE 12th board exam?
A: 

CBSE board is strictly against the practice of using any unfair means during the examinations. The board is actively working to prevent and discourage any malpractice during board examinations every year. 

So, you are advised to go through the CBSE 12th syllabus and solve as many previous years' question papers and sample papers to avoid cheating during the CBSE 12th board exams.

Q:   What are the different streams offered by CBSE in Class 12?
A: 

CBSE offers three main streams in Class 12, namely Science, Commerce and Arts/Humanities. 

Q:   Does CBSE provide grace marks in the class 12 exam?
A: 

Yes, CBSE gives grace marks to those students who are unable to clear the exam by a maximum of 3 marks in the exam.

Q:   Is CBSE Class 12th Board exam checking strict?
A: 

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. 

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Q:   Is it necessary to collect the original marksheet from the school after the release of the CBSE 12th result 2026?
A: 

Yes, you must collect your marksheet from school. This is an important doc and is required while applying for higher education and jobs

Q:   What things are not allowed in CBSE 12th board exams?
A: 

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
Q:   Can I use a scientific calculator in the CBSE 12th board exams?
A: 

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. 

Q:   What happens if you take leave in CBSE 12th board exam?
A: 

In case you're unable to attend a CBSE 12th board exam, you will be given zero marks in the subject. Soon, 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.

Q:   Will we get sufficient time to prepare for our CBSE 12th examinations once they begin?
A: 

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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No, as per various student reviews, the paper was easy to moderate. Experts think that the questions in Biology paper tested the basic understanting of the topics. Students who covered the syllabus could easy answer all the questions.

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Md Shahzad

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According to the students review, the overall difficulty of the UP Board class 12th mathematics paper was moderate to tough. Students highlighted that the questions were asked from NCERT. Meanwhile, a few students said that the  calculation was a little tricky. Subject experts also think that the pa

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Md Shahzad

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 days ago

CBSE Class 12 Accountancy Question Paper 2026 is available now. Students can download the question paper from our website for free. Practising this paper, candidates can know the nature of questions.

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Ishita Aggarwal

Contributor-Level 7

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According to experts, some of the MCQs (1 mark questions) needed lengthy calculations. Students found the same bit time-taking. A few students noted that the language in the Cash Flow Statement question (Q.34, Set 67/5/1) required careful reading.

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Mani Shukla

Contributor-Level 7

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All sections of CBSE Class 12 Accountancy paper 2026 were of a moderate level. The experts termed the paper a balanced paper that tested conceptual clarity. It carried higher-order thinking skills questions and competency-based questions. Some MCQs required lengthy calculations.  A few students note

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Chanchal Jain

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 3 days ago

IIM Bangalore Data Business Analytics (DBE) Entrance Test syllabus is somewhat based on NCERT curriculum of class 11 and class 12. While preparing for IIMB DBE, candidates must focus on following chapters of class 11 and class 12th as mentioned below:

  1. Algebra
  2. Calculus
  3. Statistics and probability
  4. Coordina

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Dhanya Dhyani

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