Class 12 CBSE 2024-25 Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme

Class 12 CBSE 2024-25 Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme for Physics Chemistry Mathematics and Biology

At Jupiter Academy, we believe in keeping our students ahead by providing clear insights into the latest CBSE exam pattern and marking scheme for the 2024-25 academic year. This page is designed to give you an in-depth understanding of how the board exams for Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology are structured, helping you to plan and prioritize your preparation effectively.

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Each subject has a well-defined structure, balancing theory and practicals to ensure students are tested on conceptual understanding as well as application skills. With precise unit-wise weightage, students can focus on the key areas that matter the most. Explore the detailed breakdown for all major subjects, which includes:

Theory weightage for each unit/chapter
Practical exam details
Internal assessments and viva

By understanding the exam format early on, students can approach their studies with confidence, making the best use of time and resources. Whether you’re aiming for top scores in board exams or competitive exams like NEET and JEE, a solid grasp of the exam pattern is your first step towards success.

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CBSE Class 12 Assessment Policy 2024

The Central Board of Secondary Education has announced that there will be only one term or one board examination in the academic year 2024-25. The final Class 12 board exam covers the entire CBSE syllabus as per the curriculum designed by the board for the year 2024-25.

CBSE Class 12 Exam Pattern 2024-25

The Central Board of Secondary Education has released a new exam pattern and chapter wise marking scheme class 12 for the academic year 2024-25. Here are the complete details for the same:

CBSE Class 12 Sample Papers 2024 - 2025 | 2023-2024 | 2022-2023 | 2021-2022 with Marking Scheme

Exam Conducting Authority	Question Paper Pattern	Total Duration	Maximum Marks
Central Board of Examination	20% MCQ's, 30% Competency-based in the form of Short Answer Type Questions (SAQ),Case-based Questions,Assertion-Reasoning Questions,50% Short Answers / Long Answers	3 hours	100 Marks (Theory + Practicals)

Maths Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme for Class 12 CBSE 2024-25

Sections	Type and number of questions	Marks	Weightage
A	18 mcq's & 2 Assertions and Reasonings Based Questions	1	20
B	5 very short Answer Question Types	2	10
C	6 Short Answer Question Types	3	18
D	4 Long Answer Question Types	5	20
E	3 Source Based / Case Based / Passage Based / Integrated units of Assessments	4	12
Total Marks			80

CBSE Class 12 Maths Unit-Wise Weightage

Units	Weightage in Marks
Unit - 1 Relations and Functions	8
Unit 2: Algebra	10
Unit III: Calculus	35
Unit IV: Vectors and Three-Dimensional Geometry	14
Unit V: Linear Programming	5
Unit VI: Probability	8
Total Theory Marks	80
Internal Assessments	20
Total Marks	100

Chemistry Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme for Class 12 CBSE 2024-25

Sections	Type and number of questions	Marks	Weightage
A	16 mcq's	1	16
B	5 very short Answer Question Types	2	10
C	7 Short Answer Question Types	3	21
D	2 Case Based Question	4	8
E	3 Long Answers Questions	5	15
Total Marks			70

CBSE Class 12 Chemistry Unit-Wise Weightage

Units	Weightage in Marks
Unit - 1 Solutions	7
Unit II: Electrochemistry	9
Unit III: Chemical Kinetics	7
Unit IV: d- and f-Block Elements	7
Unit V: Coordination Compounds	7
Unit VI: Haloalkanes and Haloarenes	6
Unit VII: Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers	6
Unit VIII: Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic Acids	8
Unit IX: Amines	6
Unit IX: Biomolecules	7
Total Theory Marks	70
Internal Assessments	30
Total Marks	100

Physics Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme for Class 12 CBSE 2024-25

Sections	Type and number of questions	Marks	Weightage
A	16 mcq's	1	16
B	5 very short Answer Question Types	2	10
C	7 Short Answer Question Types	3	21
D	2 Case Based Question	4	8
E	3 Long Answers Questions	5	15
Total Marks			70

CBSE Class 12 Physics Unit-Wise Weightage

Units	Weightage in Marks
Unit - 1 Electrostatics	8
Unit II: Current Electricity	7
Unit III: Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism	8
Unit IV: Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Current	8
Unit V: Electromagnetic Waves	3
Unit VI: Optics	14
Unit VII: Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation	4
Unit VIII: Atoms and Nuclei	6
Unit IX: Electronic Devices	7
Communication Systems	5
Total Theory Marks	70
Internal Assessments	30
Total Marks	100

Biology Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme for Class 12 CBSE 2024-25

Sections	Type and number of questions	Marks	Weightage
A	16 mcq's	1	16
B	5 very short Answer Question Types	2	10
C	7 Short Answer Question Types	3	21
D	2 Case Based Question	4	8
E	3 Long Answers Questions	5	15
Total Marks			70

CBSE Class 12 Biology Unit-Wise Weightage

Units	Weightage in Marks
Unit 6: Reproduction	14
Unit 7: Genetics and Evolution	18
Unit 8: Biology and Human Welfare	12
Unit 9: Biotechnology and its Applications	10
Unit 10: Ecology and Environment	16
Total Theory Marks	70
Internal Assessments	30
Total Marks	100

Conclusion

To excel in the Class 12 CBSE 2024-25 exams, students must thoroughly understand the exam pattern and marking scheme for each subject—Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology. Prioritizing units based on their weightage, practicing sample papers, and focusing on practicals are essential strategies to score well.