CBSE Class 12 Sample Papers 2026-27 Released: Download SQP & Marking Scheme

The wait is finally over for Class 12 students preparing for 2027 board exams. CBSE has now released the Sample Question Papers (SQPs) and Marking Schemes for the 2026-27 session. The papers were made available on the CBSE Academic website (cbseacademic.nic.in) on 21 September 2026 for all subjects.

CBSE has also confirmed that the question paper design and pattern remain the same as the previous session - no major changes this year. Students can also find CBSE Sample Papers Class 12 2026-27 download links, along with a quick look at the exam pattern, paper structure, and preparation strategy for the 2027 board exams.

Subject-wise CBSE Class 12 Sample Papers & Marking Scheme 2026-27

CBSE has issued the official Sample Question Paper and Marking Scheme for each Class 12 subject for this session. Students can access all subject-wise SQPs and Marking Schemes below, with direct download links for easy access.

Subject	Sample Question Paper	Marking Scheme
English Core	Download	Download
Mathematics	Download	Download
Physics	Download	Download
Chemistry	Download	Download
Biology	Download	Download
Accountancy	Download	Download
Business Studies	Download	Download
Economics	Download	Download
Hindi Core	Download	Download
History	Download	Download
Political Science	Download	Download
Geography	Download	Download
Psychology	Download	Download
Physical Education	Download	Download
Applied Mathematics	Download	Download

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Note: CBSE also releases SQPs for regional and foreign languages (Punjabi, Gujarati, Marathi, Bengali, Assamese, Urdu, French, German, Japanese, Spanish and more), fine arts, performing arts, and vocational/skill subjects - all available under the same 2026-27 listing on cbseacademic.nic.in.

Key Overview: CBSE Sample Papers Class 12 2026-27

Feature	Detail
Session	2026-27
Official SQP & Marking Scheme Status	Released
Release Date	21 September 2026
Issued By	cbseacademic.nic.in (CBSE)
Theory Marks	70 (Science stream) / 80 (most Commerce, Humanities & Language subjects)
Internal Assessment / Practical	30 (Science practicals) / 20 (Internal Assessment for most other subjects)
Exam Duration	3 Hours
Medium	English and Hindi (most subjects)

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Class 12 Sample Question Paper 2026-27 (SQP): What It Is

The CBSE Class 12 Sample Question Paper is a blueprint that reflects the expected exam pattern for the upcoming board exam. It highlights the exact paper structure, question types, marking scheme, and assessment approach for each Class 12 subject. The latest SQP helps students practice across different question types, including competency- and case-based and application questions.

Each Class 12 SQP comes with an official Marking Scheme, so students understand exactly how their answers will be evaluated in the board exam. Always check the official Marking Scheme alongside the SQP. It can be the difference between a good and an average score in the Class 12 boards.

Subject-wise CBSE Class 12 Sample Paper Structure (2026-27)

CBSE has not changed the overall assessment scheme this session, so the section-wise pattern below is a reliable guide, confirmed by the released 2026-27 sample papers.

Physics

Section	Question Type	No. of Questions	Total Marks
A	MCQs / Assertion-Reasoning	18	18
B	Very Short Answer	7	14
C	Short Answer	5	15
D	Case-Based Questions	3	12
E	Long Answer	3	15 (with internal choice)
Theory Total			70
Practical / Internal			30

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Chemistry

Section	Question Type	No. of Questions	Total Marks
A	MCQs	15	15
B	Very Short Answer	5	10
C	Short Answer I	7	14
D	Short Answer II	5	15
E	Long Answer	3	16 (with internal choice)
Theory Total			70
Practical / Internal			30

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Biology

Section	Question Type	No. of Questions	Total Marks
A	MCQs	16	16
B	Very Short Answer	5	10
C	Short Answer	7	21
D	Case-Based Questions	2	8
E	Long Answer	3	15
Theory Total			70
Practical / Internal			30

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Mathematics / Applied Mathematics

Section	Question Type	No. of Questions	Total Marks
A	MCQs	18	18
B	Very Short Answer	5	10
C	Short Answer	6	18
D	Long Answer	4	20
E	Case-Based Questions	3	12
Theory Total			80
Internal Assessment			20

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Commerce Stream (Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics)

Section	Content	Marks
Part A	Core subject matter (Partnership & Company Accounts / Management concepts / Microeconomics)	40–60
Part B	Choice-based / Applied concepts (Financial Statement Analysis / Marketing & Consumer Protection / Indian Economic Development)	20–40
Theory Total		80
Project Work / Internal Assessment		20

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English Core

Section	Component	Marks
A	Reading Comprehension (2 unseen passages)	22
B	Writing Skills (Notice, Letter, Article/Speech)	18
C	Literature (Flamingo + Vistas)	40
Theory Total		80
Internal Assessment (Listening & Speaking Skills, Portfolio)		20

CBSE Sample Paper vs Previous Year Paper

Feature	CBSE Sample Paper	Previous Year Paper
Source	CBSE (official)	CBSE board exams
Purpose	Understand the latest paper format	Practise actual board questions
Pattern	Based on the current session	Based on previous sessions
Best Used For	Latest pattern and mock practice	Revision and question practice
Limitation	Usually one official SQP per subject	May follow an older pattern

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How to Download the CBSE Class 12 SQP 2026-27?

Students can access the official Sample Papers and marking Scheme for the current session directly from the CBSE Academic website by following these steps.

Go to the official CBSE Academic website: cbseacademic.nic.in
Open the "Sample Question Papers" for the current Academic Session 2026-27.
Select Class XII
Choose your subject from the list. Subjects are split by streams (Science, Commerce, Arts).
Click SQP to download the Sample Question Paper or MS to download its Marking Scheme.

How to Effectively Use Class 12 SQPs for Boards 2027

The released SQPs provide you with a clear idea of the paper format. Here are some tips for maximising their use in preparation for the 2027 board exams:

Download both the SQP and Marking Scheme for all the subjects you are appearing in from cbseacademic.nic.in.
Attempt each paper under exam conditions (3 hours) before looking at the marking scheme.
Self-evaluate using the marking scheme: compare your answers step by step with the official solution.
Identify weak areas - note the sections or question types where you lost marks.
Solve at least 5 - 8 full-length sample papers per subject, along with the official SQP, before the boards.
Monitor your progress across attempts to see the improvements over time.
Cross-check any third-party or coaching-institute sample paper against the official CBSE version for accuracy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. When has CBSE released the Class 12 Sample Question Papers 2026-27?

Ans. The CBSE Sample Question Papers 2026-27 Class 12 have been released on 21 September 2026 by CBSE on the official website of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) at cbseacademic.nic.in.

Q2. Are CBSE sample papers and the actual board paper same?

Ans. No. It's not the real paper, but a blueprint designed on the same structure, marks distribution, and question types CBSE follows to create the final paper. This makes it the most authentic practice material available.

Q3. How many sample papers should I solve before the board exam?

Ans. Ideally, solve the official CBSE sample paper first, followed by 5–8 additional practice papers to build speed and accuracy.

Q4. Should I also solve the marking scheme?

Ans. Yes. Reading the official marking scheme is as important as solving the paper itself. It teaches you how examiners evaluate answers.

Q5. Where can I download the CBSE Class 12 SQP 2026-27 for free?

Ans. The official papers are available for free on cbseacademic.nic.in. Always cross-check any third-party copy against the official version.