With the CBSE Class 12 Physics exam scheduled for February 20, students are in the final stretch of preparation. From paper pattern to sample papers and official advisories, here’s everything you need to know before entering the exam hall.
The examination will be held in a single shift from 10.30 am to 1.30 pm.
New Delhi: Students across the country are set to appear for the Class 12 Physics board examination conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education on February 20, 2026. The examination will be held in a single shift from 10.30 am to 1.30 pm.
Physics remains one of the most crucial subjects for science stream students, particularly those aiming for careers in engineering, medicine, and research. With just hours left, aspirants are revising important concepts and practising previous years’ questions.
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The Class 12 Physics question paper will consist of 33 compulsory questions divided into five sections- A, B, C, D, and E.
Section A will include 16 questions, comprising 12 multiple-choice questions and four assertion-reasoning questions, each carrying one mark. Section B will feature five short-answer questions of two marks each. Section C will contain seven questions of three marks each.
Section D will have two case study-based questions carrying four marks each, while Section E will include three long-answer questions worth five marks each. Students are advised to manage their time wisely across sections to maximise their scores.
To strengthen preparation, candidates are encouraged to solve the latest sample papers and review the official marking scheme available on the CBSE Academic website. By visiting cbseacademic.nic.in, students can access the Class 12 Physics sample question paper and marking scheme in PDF format.
Practising these papers helps students understand question trends, improve accuracy, and build confidence before the final exam.
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Ahead of the examination, CBSE has issued an advisory urging students, parents, and schools to remain cautious about rumours related to paper leaks circulating on social media. The board has emphasised that stakeholders should rely only on official communications and avoid spreading unverified information.
With preparation at its peak, students are advised to stay calm, revise key formulas, and get adequate rest before the exam day.
