CBSE 12th Geography Paper Analysis 2026 Live Updates: Check students and teachers' reactions

Jayeeta Mitra, PGT Geography, Manav Rachna International School, Charmwood, Faridabad - "The paper was well-balanced and aligned with the NCERT syllabus, focusing on conceptual clarity and application-based understanding.

The multiple-choice questions (MCQs) were slightly tricky in parts and demanded an extremely thorough understanding of concepts. Some MCQs involved calculations, which required extra time and careful thinking, making time management important in this section. Contrary to the usual anxiety around assertion–reason questions, both such questions in the paper were simple and straightforward, providing relief to students.

The 3-mark questions were generally easy but required analytical thinking and clarity of expression. The 5-mark long-answer questions were described as simple, direct, and well-structured, allowing students who had prepared from NCERT to attempt them confidently without confusion.

In the map work section, students were cautious about tying the map correctly, strictly following the CBSE mandate, as instructed. Overall, students expressed satisfaction with the question paper, describing it as fair, student-friendly, and rewarding for those who had prepared consistently using NCERT textbooks and sample papers." 

Kartvya Singh Rao, Class 12, Witty International School, Udaipur - "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.” 

Namita Kalita, PGT- Geography, Modern English School, Kahilipara, Guwahati, Assam - "Overall, the question paper followed the pattern and guidelines prescribed in the CBSE sample paper. The level of difficulty ranged from easy to moderate, making it comfortable for well-prepared students.

Most of the questions were direct and strictly based on the NCERT textbook. Students who have studied the NCERT content thoroughly can attempt the paper with confidence and score well. The language of the questions was simple, clear, and student-friendly. Case-based questions were straightforward and within the expected syllabus, allowing students to answer them without much difficulty. The three-mark questions were moderate and manageable, allowing students to apply concepts with clarity. The five-mark questions also maintained a moderate level, focusing on analytical and application-oriented thinking.

A few multiple-choice questions are tricky but manageable with careful reading. The map-based questions are simple, familiar, and scoring in nature. Considering all the questions, time management would not be a major concern.

Overall, the question paper was well-balanced, including a suitable mix of knowledge-based, analytical, and application-oriented questions. The geography paper can be considered fair, balanced, and student-friendly.” 

CBSE 12th exam was held on Geography today, February 26. As per the initial reactions from the students, the Class 12 Geography paper was reviewed as moderately difficult. 

The candidates need to report at the exam centre half an hour to one hour before the exam. For the CBSE Class 10 exam 2026 to commence at 10:30 am, the candidates need to reach the exam centre by 10 am. 

Delhi Metro, DMRC has taken student friendly measures for Class 10 and 12 aspirants. As per DMRC, "With the CBSE Board Examinations 2026 for Classes X and XII scheduled from February 17 to April 10, 2026, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has made arrangements to ensure smooth and hassle-free travel for students appearing for the exams.

With Lakhs of students commuting across the city, DMRC in partnership with CISF is implementing special facilitation measures at metro stations to accommodate the increased footfall on examination days." 

On a going trend of publicising the institute's name or to be in limelight, several schools shared the paper analysis of CBSE Class 10 and 12 exams before or within a minute after the exam. After India TV Digital highlighted the issue with CBSE, a senior official said, "It's a wrong practice as no one can get the exam paper during the exam. It will be treated as scam or 'fake' analysis and the board may take legal action against such schools, subject experts." 

CBSE Class 10 exam will be held on Retail, Security, Automotive, Introduction to Fin. Markets, Introduction to Tourism, Agriculture, Food Production, Front Office Operations, Banking and Insurance, Health Care, Apparel, other papers today, February 26.  

CBSE 12th Geography paper is being held today, February 26 between 10:30 am and 1:30 pm. Following the conclusion on Class 12 exam at 1:30 pm, students and teachers will give their review on Class 12 Geography paper.