CBSE Exam 2026 Live: Class 12 Psychology paper analysis; check students and teachers' reactions

Anamika Sethi, HOD – Psychology Department, DPS Sector 45, Gurugram - "The question paper design and format were as per the blueprint of the sample paper.

All questions were NCERT-based and aligned with the rationalised syllabus; nothing was out of syllabus.

The overall difficulty level ranged from moderate to high.

There was a balanced mix of application-based/HOTS questions and direct questions.

The paper catered to students across different levels of understanding.

However, the six-mark questions were slightly lengthy. Overall, it was a well-structured and balanced paper."  

Alka Kapur, Modern Public School, Shalimar Bagh - "The paper was largely NCERT-based, and students with clear conceptual understanding could answer comfortably. MCQs and short-answer questions were mostly direct and tested basic concepts and definitions.

Case-based and application-based questions were included to assess analytical and real-life understanding of psychological concepts. The paper followed the CBSE competency-based pattern, with balanced coverage from major units such as Self and Personality, Meeting Life Challenges, Psychological Disorders, Therapeutic Approaches, and Social Influence. Overall, the paper was well-structured, balanced, and scoring, allowing students to complete it within the allotted time."  

Apurva Srivastava PGT- Psychology at Silverline Prestige School, Ghaziabad - "The recently conducted Psychology paper for Class 12 was of easy to moderate difficulty, eliciting a positive response from students. This review provides an in-depth analysis of the exam, highlighting its key features and assessing its effectiveness in evaluating students' understanding of Psychology concepts." 

Section-wise Analysis:

- 2-4 Markers:
    - The majority of questions in this section were case-based, necessitating the application of high-order thinking skills and conceptual understanding.
    - These questions effectively assessed students' ability to analyze and interpret psychological phenomena.
- 6 Markers:
    - Although presented as case-based, these questions were more direct and straightforward, allowing students to demonstrate their knowledge and score well.
    - This section provided an opportunity for students to showcase their understanding of key concepts and theories.
- MCQs:
    - The multiple-choice questions were relatively easy, focusing on lower-order thinking skills and basic knowledge.
    - This section was an effective gauge of students' foundational understanding of Psychology concepts.
- Case Study Questions:
    - The case studies were straightforward and easy to tackle, enabling students to apply their knowledge and demonstrate their understanding.
    - These questions allowed students to showcase their analytical and problem-solving skills.

Deanna Mary Fugle (PGT), Psychology at JAIN International Residential School, Bengaluru - "CBSE 12th Psychology paper was designed as per the board pattern and sample papers. The paper was efficiently designed to assess students’ understanding of psychological concepts, theories, and their practical applications. The question paper followed the prescribed CBSE blueprint and weightage, maintaining a balanced distribution across different sections and competencies.

Overall, the difficulty level of the paper ranged from easy to moderate. Several questions were straightforward and primarily assessed students’ ability to recall and demonstrate basic conceptual understanding. The multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and two-mark questions were largely direct and could be answered with clarity by students who possessed a good grasp of fundamental concepts. These questions also allowed students to apply their conceptual knowledge in simple contexts.

The three-mark and four-mark questions, particularly in Sections C and D, required deeper reasoning and conceptual clarity. Some of these questions demanded higher-order thinking skills (HOTS), encouraging students to analyze psychological ideas and apply them in slightly more complex contexts. While these questions were manageable for well-prepared students, they required careful interpretation and thoughtful responses.

The six-mark questions in Section E focused largely on conceptual understanding and explanatory knowledge. Students who had developed a clear understanding of the topics and could organize their answers effectively would have found these questions approachable and manageable.

A notable feature of the paper was the inclusion of case-based questions, which emphasized the application of psychological principles to real-life situations. These questions required students to interpret scenarios, connect theoretical concepts with practical situations, and demonstrate analytical and evaluative thinking. Such questions not only tested students’ conceptual knowledge but also their ability to apply psychological theories in meaningful contexts.

Overall, the structure and content of the question paper effectively assessed students’ knowledge, analytical ability, and critical thinking skills. The balanced inclusion of conceptual, analytical, and application-based questions ensured a comprehensive evaluation of students’ understanding of psychology. The presence of HOTS and case-based questions further encouraged deeper engagement with psychological concepts and their relevance to real-world situations. The difficulty level of the psychology paper was easy to moderate”. 

CBSE 12th exam was just concluded. The Class 12 exam held on Psychology today, March 5. As per the initial reactions, Class 12 Psychology paper was analysed as easy. 

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CBSE has postponed the class 10 and 12 board exams scheduled for March 5 in the Middle East region amid the Iran-Israel conflict. The decision comes amid escalating tensions in the region following US and Israeli strikes on Iran over the weekend, which triggered retaliatory Iranian attacks.

In a statement, CBSE Examination Controller Sanyam Bhardwaj, said the decision was taken "after a critical review of the current situation in parts of the Middle East." Also Read | CBSE postpones 10th, 12th exams in Middle East amid Iran-Israel conflict 

The CBSE Class 10 result is naturally announced within 50 to 60 days from the date of exam in past years. Last year, CBSE Class 10 exam concluded on March 18 and the result got announced on May 13, within 56 calendar days. In 2024, CBSE 10th exam concluded on March 13 and the result declared on May 13, 60 days after the exam.

Going with past years' trends, the students can expect CBSE Class 10 result 2026 to be announced by May 11. 

Do not bring any restricted items to the exam center. All sorts of electronic devices- smart phone, Bluetooth devices, earphones, pagers are not allowed at the exam centre. The exam center will not provide any storage for banned items, and if any such item is brought, it will have to be stored outside the venue at the candidate’s own risk. 

The candidates should carry admit card at the exam centre, without it, they will not be allowed to appear for the exam. Along with the admit card, the candidates are advised to bring a government-issued photo ID- PAN, Voter ID card as proof of identity.  

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. 

CBSE 12th exam will be held on Psychology today. The Class 12 exam is scheduled to be held from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. 

CBSE Class 10 exam 2026 will be held today, March 5 from 10:30 am. The Class 10 exam will be held on Sindhi, Malayalam, Odia, Assamese, Kannada, Kokborok.