The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has released the ISC Class 12 Geography Exam Pattern for 2025-26. The exam is scheduled for 6 April 2026, and students must pass both the theory paper and practical/internal assessment to qualify. The revised pattern includes a 70-mark theory paper divided into two parts of 35 marks each. Additionally, a 30-mark internal assessment is assigned for practicals, project, and viva voce, with 10 marks each. Students are advised to consult the ISC Class 12 Geography Sample Paper 2025-26 available on the CISCE official website cisce.org to familiarize themselves with the exam format.
Exam Structure: Theory Paper (70 Marks)
- Total Duration: 3 hours
- Sections: A, B, C
- Total Questions: 13
- Attempt Requirement: All questions compulsory
Students are required to draw diagrams wherever necessary.
Units and Marks Distribution: Book 1 – Fundamentals of Human Geography
Units and Marks Distribution: Book 2 – India: People and Economy
Internal Assessment/Practical Exam (30 Marks)
The internal assessment and practical exams are essential for passing. Students must cover units from both Fundamentals of Human Geography and India: People and Economy to prepare comprehensively.

