CBSE sample papers 2025-26 out for Class 10, 12; check on cbseacademic.nic.in

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has published Class 10 and Class 12 sample papers for the academic year 2025-26. The marking scheme for each sample paper is also released on the official website, cbseacademic.nic.in.

The CBSE Sample Question Papers (SQP) and Marking Schemes (MS) aim to provide the format of the final board exam question papers. The SQPs equip students to understand the syllabus and question paper pattern guidelines. Practising the sample papers helps students to recognise the CBSE final exam outline for better preparation.

As per the notification released by CBSE, there is no change in the assessment scheme from the year 2024-25, and the scheme will remain the same for both Classes 10 and 12. Most of the sample question papers, along with marking schemes, are given in both English and Hindi, except for language papers. Since the CBSE date sheet 2026 for Class 10 and Class 12, it is the right time for the students to start exploring the CBSE sample papers.

Also read CBSE Class 12 revaluation, verification results 2025 out at results.cbse.nic.in

CBSE Sample Papers 2025-26

A list of SQPs that are available in both languages is given below.

CBSE Sample Paper: Class 10

CBSE Sample Paper: Class 12

The Class 12 subject papers, which are available in both English and Hindi medium, are given below.

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CBSE advises schools and students to use the question paper design for “classroom teaching and learning activities”. The overall focus is kept on endorsing the practical application of academic concepts in real life.