CBSE Board Exam 2026 LIVE: Class 10, 12 exams ends; paper analysis, test pattern, marking scheme

CBSE Board Exam 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has concluded CBSE Class 10 English and Class 12 fashion studies and automotive exams. The CBSE board conducted the 10th and 12th exams from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm in 8,000 exam centres across India and 26 foreign countries. According to the CBSE Class 10 English analysis, the paper was easy to moderate in difficulty, well-structured, and focused on testing students’ understanding and skills.

Most students found the grammar section manageable, but some found the reported speech question a bit difficult. The teachers also noticed a minor punctuation error in one question, which may have confused some students for a while. Overall, the CBSE Class 10 English section was well-balanced and followed the recommended syllabus.

As the CBSE Class 10 English exam ends, students will have access to the unofficial answer keys and question papers with solutions for probable score evaluation. To pass the CBSE board exam 2026, students have to score at least 33% marks in each subject, including theory, practical, and internal assessments. They need a minimum Grade D and must pass both theory and practicals separately in subjects that have practical exams.

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CBSE Board Exams 2026: Guidelines

Exam-day instructions for the CBSE Board exams in 2026 for both Class 10th and 12th.

• Students must arrive at the location at least 30 to 45 minutes before the reporting time.
• After the designated reporting time, students won't be permitted to enter the test room.
• Applicants must present their CBSE-issued admit cards.
• Students will not be permitted to take the test if they do not have a valid hall ticket.
• 15 minutes prior to the start of the paper, question sheets and answer booklets will be distributed.
• Students should read the question paper carefully and complete the necessary information during this time.

CBSE Board Exams 2026: Grace marks policy

The board may award grace marks to students who fall short of passing marks by just one mark. According to CBSE regulations, the student would not be entitled to grace marks if the deficit is greater than one mark.