The 2024–25 CBSE class 12 exam formats have been revised. This year, CBSE will only conduct one exam, unlike the previous session. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is in charge of holding the class 12 exams. All CBSE-affiliated schools are encouraged to use NCERT textbooks.
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The changes for classes 11th-12th year-end Board Examinations (2024-25)
| Particulars | Academic Session 2023-24 | Academic Session 2024-25 |
|---|---|---|
| Composition of question paper for year-end examination/ Board Examination (Theory) |
1. Competency Focused Questions in the form of MCQs/ Case Based Questions, Source-based Integrated Questions or any other type = 40% 2. Select response type questions (MCQ) = 20% 3. Constructed response questions (Short Answer Questions/Long Answer type Questions, as per existing pattern) = 40% |
1. Competency Focused Questions in the form of MCQs/ Case Based Questions, Source-based Integrated Questions or any other type = 50% 2. Select response type questions (MCQ) = 20% 3. Constructed response questions (Short Answer Questions/Long Answer type Questions, as per existing pattern) = 30% |
Important dates for Class 12th 2024
| Event |
Dates |
| CBSE Class 12 exam date | February 15 to April 2, 2024 |
| CBSE result Class 12 Date 2024 | the first week of May 2024 |
CBSE Class 12 Exam Syllabus
Class XI and XII is a composite course. Students need to take only those subjects in class XI which he/she intends to continue in class 12. Students can offer a minimum of 5 or more subjects in class XI. They need to continue the same subjects in class XII. 3.1 Combination of Subjects: Subjects can be offered as under:
| Subject | Name of the subject | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | Subject 1 | Hindi Elective or Hindi Core or English Elective or English Core | |
| Subject 2 | Any 1 Language from Group – L(Languages) not opted as Subject 1
OR Any 1 Elective from the Group – A (Academic Electives) |
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| Additional Subject Optional | Subject 3, Subject 4 & Subject 5 | Any 3 electives either from Group – A (Academic Electives) Or Group-S (Skills Elective) OR Any 3 from the Combination of Group – A and Group – S |
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| Subject 6 | Any 1 elective or Language from any subject group | ||
CBSE Class 12 Exam Pattern
For a better understanding of the CBSE Class 12 exam, students can refer to the exam pattern provided below:
| Type of Questions |
Weightage |
| Competency-Based Questions [Multiple Choice Questions, Case Studies, Source-based Integrated Questions, etc.]. | 30% (Minimum) |
| Objective Type Questions | 20% |
| Short Answer/Long Answer Questions | 50% [As Per Existing Pattern] |
For the academic year 2023, CBSE changed the format of the board exams for classes 9 to 12. The board has started to shift toward competency-based education under the new National Education Policy (NEP) (CBE). More questions on the practical application of concepts will be made of the students. At the same time, the marking scheme and time allotted for the exam will not change.
On the Central Board of Secondary Education’s official website, students can view the class 12 CBSE test pattern (CBSE). The exam is divided into two phases. The first is conceptual, whereas the second is actual. Language and academic subjects have theory tests for 80 to 70 marks, while math, physics, chemistry, biology, and computer science have practical exams. Candidates can check the entire exam pattern.
Important dates for Class 12th 2024
- The total number of questions for a subject will be around 25 to 27. Depending on the subject, it may vary.
- There will be a combination of subjective and objective question types.
- The board exam will only be conducted offline.
- 3 hour theory exam will be conducted.
- English or Hindi language will be made available as the question papers. The Regional languages are an optional language exam for candidates and will not be used as the main form of examination.
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- Questions on the exam would be worth 1, 2, 3, and 5 marks.
Short Answer Type Questions-I (2 marks each),
Short Answer Type Questions-II (3 marks each),
Value-based Questions (4 marks),
Long Answer Type Questions (5 marks each).
CBSE Result 2024 Revaluation, Verification, and Mark Sheet Photocopy
| Particulars | Dates* | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Verification of marks | May 2024 | Rs 500 per subject |
| Answer Sheet photocopy | May to June 2024 | Rs 700 per answer book |
| Revaluation | June 2024 | Rs 100 per question |
CBSE Class 12 Sample Question Papers
CBSE Sample Question Paper 2022-2023
CBSE Sample Question Paper 2023-2024
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Is the CBSE Class 12 syllabus the same as NCERT?
Yes! The NCERT syllabus and the CBSE Class 12 syllabus are same. - What are the passing marks for CBSE Class 12 exams?
The passing marks for CBSE Class 12 exams are 33. - When will the CBSE class 12 board exams be conducted?
The CBSE class 12 board exams will start on February 15th 2023.
NCERT books for Class 12 (Recommended)
Physics
Concepts of Physics by HC Verma
Fundamentals of Physics by Halliday, Resnick and Walker.
Students may also seek help from Objective Physics by DC Pandey
Chemistry
Pradeep’s Chemistry
Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Inorganic Chemistry by OP Tandon
Dinesh Chemistry by Dinesh
Biology
ABC of Biology by Modern Publications
Book by S.Chand may also prove helpful
Mathematics
Science students can seek help from R.D.Sharma and ML Khanna. While those in Commerce can pick RD Sharma for Part 1.
R. S. Agarwal is also one of the best options for Maths practice
U-Like Papers for Mathematics is also a good option for those in Commerce.
Business Studies
C.B.Guptajagdish’s Business Studies will prove helpful
Business Studies for Class XII by Subhash Dey may also prove helpful
Economics
T. R. Jain’s Economics book for class XII will prove helpful
VK Ohri U-Like Papers is good for practice
Sandeep Garg’s Macroeconomics
English
U-Like Papers
NCERT textbooks Flamingo and Vistas
History
NCERT’s “Themes in Indian History
Geography
NCERT’s Fundamentals of Human Geography
Political Science
Besides NCERT’s students can seek help from ‘Political Science Reference Books’
Sociology
Books by AK Bhatnagar
