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CBSE Class 12 Physics Exam 2026: Students Find Paper Manageable

The CBSE conducted the Class 12 Physics exam on February 20, 2026, with students reporting a manageable difficulty level. Educators noted that the paper adhered to the syllabus, benefiting those who studied consistently. The exam featured a well-structured format with various sections, including multiple-choice and numerical questions. Experts provided insights into the challenges posed by specific questions, while Section E was highlighted as particularly scoring. Overall, the exam is seen as a positive opportunity for students, with expectations of improved average results.
By Ambika Singh Feb 20, 2026, 20:52 IST
CBSE Class 12 Physics Exam 2026: Students Find Paper Manageable

Overview of the Physics Exam


New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducted the Physics examination for Class 12 students on Tuesday, February 20. This significant exam, worth 70 marks, allotted students a duration of three hours. Initial feedback from students exiting the exam centers, along with insights from subject experts, indicated that the question paper was of 'easy to moderate' difficulty.


Educators believe that the entire paper adhered to the prescribed syllabus, suggesting that students who maintained consistent study habits throughout the year would find this exam quite scoring.


Structure and Format of the Question Paper

The Physics exam for 2026 comprised a total of 33 mandatory questions divided into five distinct sections (A, B, C, D, and E).


• Section A: This section included multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and assertion-reason questions, all of which were conceptually based and well-balanced.


• Section B: Featuring two-mark questions, this section focused on topics related to nuclear physics, dual nature, and wave optics, with some questions offering internal choices.


• Sections C and D: Section C presented a blend of theory and numerical questions worth three marks, covering essential topics like Gauss's Law, Wheatstone Bridge, and p-n junctions. Section D included case study questions based on galvanometers and the photoelectric effect.


Expert Analysis and Challenges

Tilak M, a PGT Physics teacher at Jain International Residential School in Bengaluru, reviewed the paper and deemed it student-friendly. He noted that while some MCQ questions were straightforward, the torque question related to 'moving charges' in Section B might pose a challenge for average-prepared students. He also highlighted that the numerical questions in Section C required deep analytical skills to solve.


Experts believe that the case study questions were designed to assess students' conceptual understanding rather than rote memorization.


Section E Provides Significant Relief

Section E emerged as the most scoring segment for students, featuring important derivations from chapters like electrostatics, ray optics, EMI, and AC. The inclusion of expected derivations brought considerable relief to students. Overall, this exam presented an excellent opportunity for those who practiced previous years' question papers. The board anticipates that this balanced approach will lead to an improvement in students' average results.


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