CBSE Class 12 Geography Paper Analysis: Easy to moderate in difficulty, map-based, MCQ questions manageable

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducted the Class 12 board exam 2026 for Geography subject today from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. The Geography paper was easy to moderate in difficulty, with a balance of theory and application-based questions, as per the analysis.

Alka Kapur, Modern Public School, Shalimar Bagh, said that the CBSE Class 12 Geography board exam 2026 was moderate in difficulty. The paper had NCERT-based, and well-structured questions. However, the Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) required in depth analysis and careful attempt, Kapur said.

“The source-based questions also required careful reading and analytical understanding but were considered manageable. The long-answer section offered adequate internal choices, allowing students to attempt questions strategically,” she added.

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The Geography paper had map-based questions with familiar and known topics, enabling students to respond with confidence, as per the subject expert.

According to another subject expert Jinesh Choudhary, PGT Geography, Witty International School, Udaipur, “This year’s Class 12 CBSE Geography Board Examination provided a reassuring experience for students, as the question paper was fair, well-structured, and student-friendly. All sets were accessible and closely aligned with the expected examination pattern.”

Kartvya Singh Rao, Class XII Witty International School, Udaipur said: “The Class 12 CBSE Geography Board Examination was well-structured and fair. The paper was clearly framed and closely aligned with the NCERT syllabus, making it accessible for well-prepared students.”

“The difficulty level ranged from easy to moderate, with a good balance of theory and application-based questions. The map work section was particularly scoring, and the paper was comfortably manageable within the given time. Overall, it was a balanced and student-friendly examination,” Rao added.