CBSE Exams 2026: Will the exam pattern change? Check out the 10th-12th sample papers and learn about the marking scheme...

CBSE Exams 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the date sheets for Classes 10 and 12 for the 2025-26 session, along with sample papers and marking schemes. All these papers and marking schemes are available on the board's official website, cbseacademic.nic.in. If you are a student of these classes, you can download them now to prepare for your board exams. These sample papers will greatly help you understand the exam pattern and formulate a better strategy.

CBSE Date Sheet 2026: No Changes in Exam Pattern
CBSE has clarified that no new changes have been made to the evaluation process this time. The evaluation method for Classes 10 and 12 will remain the same as last year, i.e., 2024-25. Sample papers and marking schemes for most subjects are available in both Hindi and English. However, language subjects are not included.

CBSE Board Exam Datesheet 2026: Tentative Datesheet Released
The CBSE has already released the tentative datesheet for the 2026 board exams. Now is the time to strengthen your preparation by solving these sample papers. These papers will not only help you understand the syllabus but will also help you learn how to manage your time during the exam.

Class 10 Sample Papers
– Science
– Mathematics (Standard and Basic)
– Social Science

– Home Science
– Painting

Class 12 Sample Papers
– Bharatanatyam

– Kuchipudi
– Biology
– Legal Studies
– Biotechnology
– Applied Arts (Commercial Art)
– Chemistry
– Applied Mathematics
– Manipuri Dance
– Mathematics
– Odissi Dance
– Painting
– Geography
– Graphics
– History
– Sculpture
– Home Science
– Physics
– Kathak
– Political Science
– Kathakali
– Sociology

Improve Your Preparation
CBSE has asked schools and students to use these sample papers for classroom study and practice. The board's goal is not just to focus on bookish knowledge, but to encourage students to apply this knowledge to their everyday lives. These sample question papers (SQPs) and marking schemes (MS) have been specifically designed to help you improve your preparation. To have a proper understanding of the exam format, types of questions, and answer writing strategy.

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