CBSE Class 10 & 12 Sample Question Papers & Solutions
Download CBSE Sample Question Papers (SQP) and Marking Schemes (MS) to to gain comprehensive insights into the board examination structure, question typology, mark distribution, and evaluation criteria.
CBSE Sample Question Papers 2026-27 with Marking Schemes (PDF)
Sample Question Papers (SQPs) provide an overview of the exam pattern, question types, section-wise mark distribution, and the level of questions students can expect in the CBSE board examinations. For each subject, a Marking Scheme (MS) is also provided, explaining how answers are evaluated and helping you assess your responses and understand how marks are awarded step by step.
Download Class 10 and Class 12 sample papers and marking schemes in PDF for every subject in one place, from Science, Mathematics, English, Hindi and Social Science to Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Accountancy, Economics and more. Use the session filter, class tabs, subject buttons or the search box to jump straight to the paper you need.
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Sample Question Papers
Model papers that follow the CBSE pattern, subject by subject.
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Marking Schemes
Step-wise answer keys to check your answers and marks.
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Preview & Download
Open any PDF on the page or save it to your device.
How to Use Sample Papers for Board Exam Preparation
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Revise the syllabus first
Sample papers work best once you have covered the chapters, so use them to test what you have learnt.
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Attempt in exam conditions
Sit for the full duration, without books or notes, and follow the section-wise pattern of the paper.
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Check with the Marking Scheme
Note where you lost marks and learn how steps and keywords are credited.
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Repeat and track progress
Solve more papers and compare your scores to find weak topics that need extra revision.
All CBSE Class 10 & 12 Sample Papers and Marking Schemes at a Glance
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a CBSE Sample Question Paper (SQP)?
An SQP is a model paper that follows the CBSE exam pattern. It helps students understand the paper structure, the types of questions, the marks for each section and the time needed to finish the paper.
What is a Marking Scheme (MS)?
The Marking Scheme is the answer key that goes with a sample paper. It shows the expected answers and how marks are split across steps, so you can evaluate your own performance and improve your answer writing.
Which classes and subjects are available?
Class 10: Science, English (Language & Literature), English (Communicative), Hindi A, Hindi B, Computer Application, Mathematics (Basic), Mathematics (Standard), Social Science and Sanskrit. Class 12: Accountancy, Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, English Core, English Elective, Geography, Hindi Elective, Hindi Core, History, Informatics Practices, Applied Mathematics, Mathematics, Physical Education, Physics, Political Science, Psychology and Sociology.
Will the board exam paper be the same as the sample paper?
No. Sample papers show the pattern and the kind of questions to expect, but the actual board paper will have different questions. Use them to practise concepts and time management, not to memorise answers.
Can I preview a paper before downloading it?
Yes. Click the eye icon next to any file to preview the PDF on the page, or the download icon to save it to your device.
How do I find papers of an earlier session?
Use the session filter at the top of the page. Every session has its own set of Class 10 and Class 12 papers and marking schemes.