CBSE 12th Board Exam Live: CBSE Class 12 English paper 'easy and balanced'; answer key updates

The final CBSE Class 12 board exam 2025 for the science stream will be conducted on March 25 for biology subject.

Students can check the upcoming board exam dates for the CBSE Class 12 board exams 2025 from the table given below.

Candidates can check the CBSE Class 12 date sheet from the list given below.

A CBSE Class 12 board students Aadi Solanki, from Seth Anandram Jaipuria School in Ghaziabad, described the CBSE Class 12 board english exam 2025 as "well balanced, leaning on the easier side." 

"The 2 marker and 5 marker literature questions were minimally analytical, leaning more on memory based questions. The RTC questions were the main hurdle, they were rather more analytical. Creative writing questions were given in a more to-the-point language, thus did not require much analysis," Solanki said.

As per CBSE Class 12 passing marks 2025, students will be required to obtain 33% in total to pass the board exams.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducted the Class 12 board exam for English subjected today from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. The exam was conducted at 7,842 centres. 

CBSE Class 12 English answer key will be shared by various coaching centres. Students will be able to calculate their expected scores with the help of CBSE Class 12 English answer key 2025.

A CBSE Class 12 board students Aadi Solanki, from Seth Anandram Jaipuria School in Ghaziabad, described the CBSE Class 12 board english exam 2025 as "well balanced, leaning on the easier side." 

"The 2 marker and 5 marker literature questions were minimally analytical, leaning more on memory based questions. The RTC questions were the main hurdle, they were rather more analytical. Creative writing questions were given in a more to-the-point language, thus did not require much analysis," Solanki said.

Rumours about CBSE 2025 paper leak were circulating on social media. However, CBSE dismissed these claims, labeling them as 'false and baseless.'

As per CBSE Class 12 passing marks 2025, students will be required to obtain 33% in total to pass the board exams.

Students need to score at least 33% marks in total to qualify the CBSE Class 12 board exams. (Representational image: Freepik)

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has concluded the Class 12 board exam for english subject today at 1:30 pm. As per Parul Tyagi, HOD English from Seth Anandram Jaipuria School, Vasundhara, the CBSE Class 12 english exam was moderately easy. The english question paper consists of "balanced mix of challenging and straightforward questions," Tyagi said.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducted the CBSE Class 12 board exam for english subject today from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. Approximately, 17,88,165 registered students appeared for the CBSE Class 12 board exam. The board will release the CBSE Class 12 board exams answer key after the completion of the board exams on April 4. 

The CBSE will introduce two-tier difficulty levels- 'standard and advanced' for science and social science paper in Class 9 from next year, as per Indian Express report.

Manya Singh, a Class 12 school student from Seth Anandram Jaipuria School in Ghaziabad, said that the CBSE Class 12 board English exam was "quite manageable" and most questions were straightforward and familiar.

"The reading section was quite easy to understand. The writing section was also not too difficult. Some literature questions required deep understanding, but they were mostly from expected topics. Overall, the paper was fair, and time management was not a big issue," she added.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12 English exam was conducted at 7,842 exam centres. The CBSE Board held the Class 12 English board exam from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. Majority of students expressed that the CBSE Class 12 board exam for english subject was moderately easy and each sections were balanced. The CBSE Class 12 English question paper was similar to the english sample paper and there were "to-the-point" questions in its, said one of the CBSE Class 12 student. 

The CBSE Class 12 English paper 2025 will consist of the following sections

The students feedback regarding the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12 English question paper was overall positive. As per the majority of students, the CBSE Class 12 English exam was moderately easy, straightforward, while all the sections were equally balanced. Most of the students were able to finish the CBSE Class 12 english exam within the three hours duration.

As per CBSE Class 12 English exam pattern 2025, the question paper comprised 13 questions divided into three sections – section A for reading skills, section B for creative writing skills, and section C for literature. All questions were compulsory, however, there was an internal choice in sections B and C.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12 English exam was held from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm today. As per a Class 12 student Manya Singh, from the Seth Anandram Jaipuria School in Ghaziabad, the CBSE Class 12 english exam was "quite manageable" and majority of questions were familiar and easy. 

"The reading section was quite easy to understand. The writing section was also not too difficult. Some literature questions required deep understanding, but they were mostly from expected topics. Overall, the paper was fair, and time management was not a big issue," she said. 

Candidates can check the CBSE Class 12 date sheet from the list given below.

As per the ministry of education, over 60 lakh students from across the country were not able to qualify Class 10 and Class 12 board exams in 2023. The failure rate was higher in state boards as compared to the national boards.   

Yes, scoring 85% in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12 exams is considered a good score. The CBSE has concluded the CBSE Class 12 board exam for english subject today at 1:30 pm. The CBSE Class 12 board english exam consists of 80 marks.  

A CBSE Class 12 board students Aadi Solanki, from Seth Anandram Jaipuria School in Ghaziabad, described the CBSE Class 12 board english exam 2025 as "well balanced, leaning on the easier side." 

"The 2 marker and 5 marker literature questions were minimally analytical, leaning more on memory based questions. The RTC questions were the main hurdle, they were rather more analytical. Creative writing questions were given in a more to-the-point language, thus did not require much analysis," Solanki said. 

The most easy section in the CBSE Class 12 english question paper was comprehension part with to-the-point answers, he expressed. The only limitation was reading and writing speed, he added. 

CBSE Class 12 English exam 2025 analysis. (Representational image: Wikimedia Commons)

The CBSE Class 12 english board exam 2025 was moderately easy and majority of students were able to complete it within the time limit. On the other hand, some as per some students, the CBSE Class 12 english 2025 question paper was lengthy.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has concluded the Class 12 board exam for english subject today at 1:30 pm. As per Parul Tyagi, HOD English from Seth Anandram Jaipuria School, Vasundhara, the CBSE Class 12 english exam was moderately easy. The english question paper consists of "balanced mix of challenging and straightforward questions," Tyagi said.

"Section A's comprehension passages were well-crafted, clear, easy to attempt, allowing students to effectively evaluate their reading skills. The writing section featured general topics, but required critical thinking, especially in the Letter to the Editor and Article Writing questions. Section C, the literature section, was moderately designed, with questions that were manageable for students who had prepared adequately," she added.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducted the Class 12 board exam for English subjected today from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. The exam was conducted at 7,842 centres. 

The CBSE Class 12 English exam was held for 3 hours. (Representational image: Freepik)

The CBSE conducted the Class 12 English paper 2025 at 7,842 centres. The CBSE Class 12 English paper 2025 was held for a duration of 3 hours.

The CBSE Class 12 English exam analysis will be updated soon. Students who appeared for the exam will be able to check the exam analysis about difficulty levels, type of questions, which will be based on inputs from subject experts and students' feedback.

The CBSE Class 12 English paper 2025 is expected to be of moderate difficulty. The CBSE Class 12 English paper 2025 expected to be straightforward and balanced. A detailed Class 12 English paper analysis 2025, including expert reviews and student feedback will be available soon.

CBSE has announced that it will issue letters of appreciation to scribes assisting Children with Special Needs (CWSN) during board exams 2025. CBSE has instructed centre superintendents and schools to update the information of scribes on the board's online portal.

The CBSE Class 12 English paper analysis 2025 will be available shortly. Updates on CBSE Class 12 English exam difficulty level, types of questions, student reactions, and expert opinions will be updated soon.

There is no allegation about CBSE Class 12 English paper leak 2025, so far. CBSE 2025 paper leak reports were circulating on social media but officials refuted the claims.  

The CBSE Class 12 English exam analysis will be updated soon. The CBSE Class 12 English paper analysis will provide insights on exam difficulty level, weightage and type of questions. 

The CBSE Class 12 English exam 2025 over. The CBSE Class 12 English paper 2025 was held from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. 

CBSE has allowed Class 10 and 12 students from disaffiliated schools to appear for the board exams 2025. These disaffiliated schools have the option to apply for affiliation reinstatement up to the secondary level for the 2026-27 academic session.

Rumours about CBSE 2025 paper leak were circulating on social media. However, CBSE dismissed these claims, labeling them as 'false and baseless.'

The CBSE Class 12 English exam analysis 2025 will be provided after the paper concludes at 1:30 pm. The CBSE Class 12 English exam analysis will be based on inputs from subject experts and students' feedback.

CBSE Class 12 English answer key will be shared by various coaching centres. Students will be able to calculate their expected scores with the help of CBSE Class 12 English answer key 2025.

The marking scheme in section A of CBSE Class 12 English paper 2025 is explained below. 

The CBSE English question paper 2025 for Class 12 will be available after 1;30 pm. The CBSE English question paper 2025 carries a total of 80 marks. 

CBSE Class 12 notice writing format is given below 

• Name of the institution
• Date
• Heading
• Body (event details, date, time, venue)
• Signature
• Designation.

As per CBSE Class 12 passing marks 2025, students will be required to obtain 33% in total to pass the board exams. 

The CBSE has commenced the Class 12 English paper 2025 at 7,842 centres. The CBSE Class 12 English paper 2025 will be held for a duration of 3 hours. 

Below is the CBSE Class 12 date sheet 2025

The entry gates for the CBSE Class 12 English exam 2025 have now been closed. According to the CBSE exam guidelines, no candidate will be permitted to enter the exam hall after 10 am.

Listed below are some important questions from CBSE Class 12 English chapter, 'The Interview'

• Why did Umberto Eco prefer to be identified as an academician rather than a novelist?
• What are some positive perspectives on interviews?
• According to Lewis Carroll, what are the drawbacks of interviews?
• Why do many celebrity writers dislike giving interviews?
• What belief do certain primitive cultures hold about being photographed?
• What is meant by the phrase "thumbprints on his windpipe"?
• Who is considered the primary source of information about public figures in the modern world?

Here is the CBSE Class 12 English poems list

• My Mother at Sixty-Six – Kamala Das 
• Keeping Quiet – Pablo Neruda 
• A Thing of Beauty – John Keats 
• Aunt Jennifer’s Tigers – Adrienne Rich

The CBSE Class 12 English writing section includes letter writing, report writing, notices, and invitations. The CBSE Class 12 English carries 18 marks. Students are required to follow proper format to secure good marks in CBSE Class 12 English writing section.

The entry gates have opened for candidates appearing in the CBSE Class 12 English Exam 2025. According to the exam guidelines, students will not be permitted to enter the examination hall after 10:00 am.

The Delhi Metro has announced that students appearing for the CBSE 2025 board exams are being given priority during security checks and ticket purchasing, upon presenting a valid admit card.

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Students are not allowed to carry electronic devices, wallets, notes, chits, food items inside the CBSE Class 12 exam hall. 

The CBSE Class 12 English section A will be reading skills. The section carries 22 marks. The CBSE Class 12 English section A will comprise of two questions-

• One comprehension-based unseen passage
• One case-based passage

The CBSE will introduce two-tier difficulty levels- 'standard and advanced' for science and social science paper in Class 9 from next year, as per Indian Express report.

The duration of CBSE Class 12 English exam 2025 is three hours.

Students are required to carry their CBSE admit card 2025, school ID card and stationary items to the board exam centres.

According to CBSE board exam timing 2025, Class 12 English exam will be conducted from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. 

The CBSE Class 12 English paper 2025 will consist of the following sections

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will conduct the Class 12 English exam today from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. The CBSE Class 12 English exam 2025 will be held at 7,842 centres.