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CBSE Releases Class 10, 12 Sample Papers for 2027 Exams

By Drooid · Sep 22, 2026, 10:20 AM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

CBSE released Class 10 and Class 12 sample papers and marking schemes for the 2027 exams.
The PDFs are subject-wise on the official CBSE Academic site at cbseacademic.nic.in.
CBSE said the question-paper design, assessment pattern and passing criteria remain unchanged for 2026-27.
Students must score at least 33 percent in each subject to pass, as in the prior year.

History

Historical Context

CBSE introduced the Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation in 2009 under HRD Minister Kapil Sibal, aiming to replace single-term exams. The board retained its 33 % minimum passing mark—a rule that persisted when CCE was abolished in 2017. In 2027 sample papers still follow that unchanged pass threshold for students, shaping curricula nationwide.

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Story summary

CBSE released Class 10 and Class 12 sample papers and marking schemes for the 2027 exams.
The PDFs are subject-wise on the official CBSE Academic site at cbseacademic.nic.in.
CBSE said the question-paper design, assessment pattern and passing criteria remain unchanged for 2026-27.
Students must score at least 33 percent in each subject to pass, as in the prior year.

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