The Physical Education exam for Class 12 students was conducted in a single shift from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM across multiple centres. Students received 15 minutes to read the question paper before starting.
Exam Highlights
- Exam Mode: Offline (Pen-and-paper)
- Theory Paper Marks: 70
- Practical Assessment: 30 marks
- Passing Marks: 33% (23 marks for theory)
- Exam Pattern:
- Section A: MCQs – 1 mark each
- Section B: Very Short Answer – 2 marks each
- Section C: Short Answer – 3 marks each
- Section D: Case Study-based – 4 marks each
- Section E: Long Answer – 5 marks each
Student and Expert Reactions
- Students reported the exam as easy and completed it within time.
- Divansh, a student from Alchon School, Mayur Vihar (Delhi), said the MCQs were mostly from the Yoga section.
- Nariender Tokas, HOD of Physical Education, DPS Sector 45 Gurugram, said the paper was well-balanced, concept-based, and manageable.
Important Topics (High Weightage)
- Biomechanics & Sports (Unit 8)
- Training in Sports (Unit 10)
- Psychology & Sports (Unit 9)
- Management of Sporting Events (Unit 1)
- Children & Women in Sports (Unit 2)
Exam Guidelines for Students
- Carry CBSE admit card and school ID card.
- Arrive at least 30 minutes before exam (by 10:00 AM).
- Follow dress code – school uniform or formal light-coloured clothes for private students.
- No electronic devices or study material allowed.
- Transparent water bottles and permitted fruits for diabetic students are allowed.
CBSE Class 12 Board Exam 2026: Date Sheet Highlights
- Feb 17: Biotechnology, Entrepreneurship, Shorthand (Eng/Hindi)
- Feb 18: Physical Education
- Feb 20: Physics
- Feb 24: Accountancy
- Feb 26: Geography
- Feb 28: Chemistry
- Mar 05: Psychology
- Mar 09: Mathematics/Applied Maths
- Mar 12: English Core/Elective
- Mar 16: Hindi Core/Elective
- Mar 18: Economics
- Mar 23: Political Science
- Mar 25: Computer Science/IP/IT
- Mar 27: Biology
- Mar 28: Business Studies
- Mar 30: History
- Apr 04: Sociology
- Apr 10: Legal Studies (Revised)
Other Updates
- On-Screen Marking (OSM): CBSE will digitally evaluate answer sheets to enhance accuracy and transparency.
- Competency-Based Questions: 50% of the paper focuses on practical application and concept clarity.
- Attendance Rule: Minimum 75% attendance is required to appear for the board exams.