CBSE Class 12 Board — exam pattern
CBSE · School boards · Yearly (Feb–Mar) · checked 2026-10-19
Theory per subject
Written · 3 h · Negative marking: None · 33 questions · 70 marks
70 theory + 30 practical for science; 80 + 20 for others.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCQ / competency-based (≈50%) | 18 | 35 | 50% |
| Short & long answer | 15 | 35 | 50% |
Subjects in our question bank
Years available: 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
Frequently asked
- How many questions are there in CBSE Class 12 Board?
- Theory per subject: 33 questions, 70 marks, 3 h.
- Is there negative marking in CBSE Class 12 Board?
- Theory per subject: None.
- Who can apply for CBSE Class 12 Board?
- School boards. Held yearly (feb–mar) by CBSE.