CBSE Exams 2026 Live: CBSE 12th exam ends; check analsysis, students and teachers' reactions

The students who had appeared for CBSE 12th Cost Accounting paper analysed it as moderately easy. As per the initial reactions, the paper followed the NCERT pattern, around 30 per cent questions were a bit identical as appeared in the sample papers, previous years' papers. 

CBSE Class 12 exam 2026 was held today, February 19 on these papers- Engineering Graphics, Bharatnatyam - Dance, Kuchipudi - Dance, Odissi - Dance, Manipuri - Dance, Kathakali - Dance, Horticulture, Cost Accounting. The students who had appeared for Class 12 Cost Accounting paper analysed it as moderately difficult.  

CBSE Class 12 exam 2026 has been started. The CBSE 12th exam 2026 is being held today for these papers- Engineering Graphics, Bharatnatyam - Dance, Kuchipudi - Dance, Odissi - Dance, Manipuri - Dance, Kathakali - Dance, Horticulture, Cost Accounting. 

Alka Kapur, Modern Public School, Shalimar Bagh- "The question paper was a balanced one. The paper was well structured and covered the prescribed syllabus adequately. Several questions were direct and concept-based, which allowed students to attempt them with clarity and confidence.

At the same time, some of the multiple choice questions required higher order thinking skills.  The overall standard of the paper remained balanced and reasonable. Students were able to manage their time effectively and complete the paper within the allotted duration. 

In conclusion, the examination was fair and appropriate for Grade 12 students, successfully assessing their knowledge and understanding of the subject."  

CBSE Class 12 Physical Education paper was held on February 18. 

According to Manoj Sharma, PGT Physical Education, Manav Rachna International School, Charmwood, Faridabad, "The overall question paper was mostly direct and syllabus-based. Many questions were straightforward and could be answered easily by students who had studied the textbook thoroughly. Definitions, differences, and short explanatory questions were asked directly from the prescribed syllabus.

Case Study Questions

The case study questions were slightly tricky. Although they were based on familiar topics, students had to carefully read and understand the given situation before answering. These questions tested application skills rather than simple memorization. Students who had strong conceptual clarity were able to answer them correctly.

Smartly Framed Questions

Some questions were smartly framed by the board. They appeared simple at first glance but required careful interpretation. If a student did not read the question properly, they could misunderstand what was being asked. This required attentiveness and proper comprehension skills.

Questions Requiring Deep Thinking

In certain questions, students needed to think deeply and apply their knowledge. Instead of writing memorized answers, they had to connect concepts and explain logically. These questions checked analytical ability and understanding of real-life application in sports and physical education." 

February 20- Physics
February 21- Business Studies, Administration
February 23- Psychology
February 26- Geography
February 28- Chemistry
March 9- Mathematics, Applied Mathematics
March 12- English core, elective
March 14- Home Science
March 16- Hindi Elective, Core
March 18- Economics
March 20- Marketing
March 23- Political Science
March 27- Biology
March 28- Accountancy
March 30- History
April 4- Sociology. 

February 21- English (Communicative, Language and Literature)
February 25- Science
February 26- Home Science
March 2- Hindi Course- A, B
March 7- Social Science. 

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 shift timings for CBSE Class 12 exam 2026 today is from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. 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 will not conduct Class 10 exam 2026 today, February 19. CBSE 10th exam will be held on these papers - Beauty and Wellness, Marketing and Sales, Multi-media, Multi Skill Foundation Course, Physical Activity Trainer, Data Science on Friday, February 20.  

CBSE Class 12 exam 2026 will be held today, February 19 from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. CBSE 12th exam will be held on these papers - Engineering Graphics, Bharatnatyam - Dance, Kuchipudi - Dance, Odissi - Dance, Manipuri - Dance, Kathakali - Dance, Horticulture, Cost Accounting.