The Central Board of Secondary Education will conduct the CBSE Class 12 Physics Examination 2026 on February 20, 2026. The exam will be held in a single shift from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, with an additional 15 minutes for reading the question paper. Students appearing for the Physics exam are advised to revise the paper pattern carefully and practice from the official sample papers released by CBSE.
CBSE Class 12 Physics Exam Pattern 2026
The Physics question paper will consist of 33 compulsory questions, divided into five sections:
Section-Wise Marks Distribution
- Section A:
- 16 questions (12 MCQs + 4 Assertion-Reasoning)
- 1 mark each
- Section B:
- 5 questions
- 2 marks each
- Section C:
- 7 questions
- 3 marks each
- Section D:
- 2 case-study based questions
- 4 marks each
- Section E:
- 3 long-answer questions
- 5 marks each
This structure ensures a balance between objective, analytical, and application-based questions.
How to Download CBSE Class 12 Physics Sample Paper & Marking Scheme?
Students can download the official resources by following these steps:
- Visit cbseacademic.nic.in
- Click on Sample Question Papers
- Select Class 12
- Click on Physics – Sample Paper & Marking Scheme
- Download the PDF and keep a printed copy for revision
Important Advisory for Students
CBSE has issued a strict advisory warning students, parents, and teachers against fake news and rumours about question paper leaks circulating on social media. The board has confirmed that robust security measures are in place to ensure a fair examination process. Candidates must carry their CBSE admit card and school ID to the examination centre and strictly follow all exam-day guidelines.
