CBSE 10th, 12th Sample Papers, Marking Scheme For 2026 Board Exams Out; Check Details
Students can download CBSE class 10 an 12 sample papers from cbseacademic.nic.in to familiarise themselves with the exam pattern, question format, and marking scheme.
CBSE has released sample papers and marking schemes for classes 10th and 12th for the 2025-26 session. Students can download them from the official website at cbseacademic.nic.in to understand the exam pattern, question style, and mark distribution.
Here's what these sample papers entail and how they can be beneficial for you:
CBSE has issued sample papers and marking schemes for all major subjects of classes 10th and 12th. The primary subjects include English, Mathematics, Hindi, Social Science, Science, Accountancy, Business Studies, Computer Applications, Physics, Health Science, Biology, and others like Assamese, Bengali, Bharatanatyam, Manipuri, Hindustani Music (Vocal), Carnatic Music (Melodic and Percussion Instruments), Painting, Arabic, etc.
The marking scheme for class 10th and 12th exams this year remains unchanged from 2024-25. Most sample papers are provided in English and Hindi, except for language papers. General instructions, total marks, and section-wise marks are outlined in the sample papers. CBSE exams will commence from February 2026.
These sample papers are crucial for enhancing your board exam preparation. They offer insights into the exam pattern, the types of questions, their marks, and the number of sections. Understanding the marking scheme will help you write answers that fetch maximum marks. Sample papers also aid in time management, enabling better exam performance. By practising, you can identify topics that need more focus.
Step 1 – To download the sample papers and marking scheme, visit CBSE's website, cbseacademic.nic.in.
Step 2 – Click on the Sample Question Papers 2025-26 link on the homepage.
Step 3 – Select class 10th or 12th, and download the sample papers and marking schemes for your subjects. Print them out and start practising.
Meanwhile, from the 2026-27 academic yeat, Class 10 students will have the opportunity to sit for the CBSE board exams twice within one academic year. However, they must attend the first phase in February, as this is mandatory, officials announced on Wednesday. Students who wish to improve their scores can take the optional second phase in May.
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