CBSE Releases 2027 Board Exam Sample Papers and Marking Schemes

The Central Board of Secondary Education has released the sample question papers and marking schemes for Class 10 and 12 board exams for the 2026-27 academic session. Students can now download these subject-wise papers from the official academic website at cbseacademic.nic.in.

Access and Details

The sample papers help students understand the exam format, question types, section structure, and mark distribution. The accompanying marking schemes explain how examiners will evaluate answers and award marks. To download them, students need to visit the website, click on the active link for current session sample papers, select their respective class link, choose the required subject, and save the PDF file.

Exam Timeline and Rules

The board is expected to release the detailed timetable for both classes by October 2026. In a press note issued on September 21, the board clarified that the assessment scheme and passing criteria remain unchanged and will follow the same norms as the 2025-26 session.