CBSE Class 12th English paper analysis: Anahita Srivastava, a student of Army Public School who appeared for the exam at Kendriya Vidhyalaya said that the paper was easy. “The questions were easy to solve and the practice with the sample papers helped a lot,” said Srivastava.

Mishti Gupta, a student of Lucknow Public School, Vrindavan Yojna said that she felt the other sections of the paper were easy but literature was a bit tricky. “I could easily solve the other portions of the question paper but the questions in literature were indirect which required comprehension,” said Gupta.

A teacher of a private school in Lucknow on request of anonymity said that Class 12 English Core exam was a balanced mix of difficult questions, with some sections being easier and others requiring more critical thinking and creative interpretation, especially in literature. Overall paper was moderate.

(With inputs from Godhooli Sharma in Lucknow, UP)

CBSE Class 12th English paper analysis: Anthony Fernandes, Founder of Shaalaa.com said:

The Class 12 English exam 2025 was moderately challenging, with a well-structured and balanced paper that comprehensively covered the syllabus. It effectively tested students on comprehension, grammar, and writing skills without introducing unexpected elements.

The reading section featured accessible passages, though some questions required deeper interpretation. The literature segment encouraged critical thinking, pushing students to analyze themes and character developments rather than rely on rote learning. Writing tasks blended creativity with structure, demanding clarity and coherence. While the difficulty level was comparable to previous years, there was a stronger emphasis on analytical and inferential skills. Some students found certain sections demanding, but those with a solid grasp of concepts and regular practice should perform well. Overall, the exam was fair, well-designed, and a true test of language proficiency.

CBSE Class 12th English paper analysis: Meenakshi Sharma and Mitu Majumdar, Educators, Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad said:

The question paper was a pretty straightforward paper and all the three sets were equally balanced. The answers of the reading comprehension could be found on reading the passages thoroughly. The writing skills questions were mostly straightforward and based on topics that would interest teenagers. The given cues helped them formulate comprehensive answers. The extracts from literature were mostly inference based. A few short questions were tricky and required deeper understanding of the text. The crossover long answer questions were a judicious mix of language appreciation and competency. All three sets were moderate, balanced and gave ample scope to the students to write expansively and in depth. Overall, the paper went well and almost all the questions had been discussed in the classroom.

CBSE Class 12th English paper analysis: Dr Ajit Singh – Vice President Academics, Orchids The International School mentioned what worked well for students:

Regardless of the paper set, the Writing Section was straightforward and easy to attempt

Most Literature questions were direct, making it a scoring section

Some paper sets excluded questions from more difficult chapters like The Interview and Indigo, much to the relief of students

CBSE Class 12th English paper analysis: Dr Ajit Singh – Vice President Academics, Orchids The International School said, “The CBSE Class 12 English exam brought a sigh of relief for students, especially those who found last week’s Maths paper challenging. With a well-balanced structure and no unexpected surprises, this paper served as a much-needed breather between two tough exams, helping students regain their confidence.”

The CBSE Class 12 English Core (301) exam was for 80 marks, to be attempted within 3 hours.

1. The paper was divided into Section A, Section B, and Section C.

2. Section A: Reading (22 marks)

3. Section B: Creative writing (18 marks)

4. Section C: Literature (40 marks)

All three sections in the paper were presented with an average level of difficulty, offering a well-rounded mix of textual and competency-based questions.

Section A tested students’ reading and comprehension skills through unseen passages, which were of a moderate level. The questions encouraged students to think critically and reflect on the underlying themes and messages in the texts.

Section B had four questions of creative writing which included notice writing, invitation/ reply writing, letter writing, and report/ article writing. The questions were clear and sufficient hints were given.

Section C was inference-based. The RTC questions in the Literature Section followed the format outlined in the CBSE Sample Paper. Long questions in literature interlinked the narratives of different chapters and the same applied to the poem.

The paper followed the pattern of sample paper, most of the questions in the paper were easy. The question paper comprised a well-rounded blend of knowledge, analysis, and application-oriented questions. The majority of students managed to finish the paper well in time.

-CBSE Class 12th English exam analysis by Priyanka Yadav, PGT English, KIIT World School, Gurgaon

Aadi Solanki, a student of Seth Anandram Jaipuria School, Ghaziabad, who got the set A question paper, said it was well-balanced and leaning on the easier side.

“The 2 marker and 5 marker literature questions were minimally analytical, leaning more on memory-based questions. The RTC questions were the main hurdle, they were rather more analytical. Creative writing questions were given in a more to-the-point language and thus did not require much analysis. Comprehension section was by far the easiest section with to-the-point answers, the only limitation was reading and writing speed. Overall, the paper was not very lengthy but required considerably fast speed in order to have ample revision time. Also, there were only two to three ambiguous questions, mainly the likes of assertion reason and inference-based questions.”

Manya Singh, another student of the same school said the paper was quite manageable, with most questions being straightforward and familiar.

“The reading section was quite easy to understand. The writing section was also not too difficult. Some literature questions required deep understanding, but they were mostly from expected topics. Overall, the paper was fair, and time management was not a big issue.”

The paper was moderately easy, with a balanced mix of challenging and straightforward questions. Section A’s comprehension passages were well-crafted, clear, and easy to attempt, allowing students to effectively evaluate their reading skills. The writing section featured general topics but required critical thinking, especially in the Letter to the Editor and Article Writing questions. Section C, the literature section, was moderately designed, with questions that were manageable for students who had prepared adequately. While some students found the paper lengthy, the majority were able to complete it within the allotted time. Overall, the paper pattern was similar to the CBSE Sample paper that assessed students’ language skills, critical thinking and literary knowledge. Lastly, the students’ feedback was extremely positive.

– Parul Tyagi, HOD English, Seth Anandram Jaipuria School, Vasundhara

Students who took the CBSE Class 12 English exam at Government Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 47 Chandigarh, had mixed opinions about the exam.

Rubina found the paper “lengthy and difficult,” while Palak thought it was “easy” and similar to the sample paper. Lakshya, Tamna, and Anchal also found the paper easy.

However, Rohan found the grammar section “slightly challenging.” Suman struggled with Set 2, finding it “difficult and lengthy.”

Study Habits

Students shared their study habits, revealing varying levels of preparation. Rubina studied 5-7 hours daily, while Palak and Lakshya studied 7 and 8 hours daily, respectively. Tamna and Anchal studied 5 and 6 hours daily, while Suman also studied 6 hours daily. Rohan didn’t have a fixed study schedule.

Confidence Levels

Despite mixed reactions, students expressed confidence in their performance. Palak, Lakshya, and Anchal were optimistic about their results. Rohan was cautiously hopeful, while Suman was concerned about Set 2.

-Inputs from Manjari Verma, Mohali

CBSE Class 12th English paper analysis: The question paper was well-structured and thoughtfully designed, offering a balanced mix of conceptual, analytical, and application-based questions. It effectively assessed students’ understanding of the subject without being overly difficult. The students were able to complete the paper on time. The paper ensured fairness, catering to all abilities. The paper encouraged critical thinking while remaining approachable, making it a well-rounded, competency-based assessment.

According to Parv, a student, most questions were straightforward, yet with a little twist.

According to Nishtha, the paper was doable, and the reading passages had inferential questions. The writing part was easy. The literature was skimmed directly from the chapter, and a little in-depth understanding was required.

-Richa Sharma, PGT English, Vidyagyan School, Bulandshahr

The CBSE Class 12 English exam held on March 11, 2025 was well-balanced and easy, with all three sets featuring familiar questions.

Reading Skills: The unseen passages were straightforward, with direct questions similar to practice exercises.

Creative Writing Skills: This section included notices, letters, and articles, all based on commonly covered formats. Some students found it time-consuming but manageable.

Literature: Questions focused on key themes and concepts, making them accessible to prepared students.

Overall, the exam was fair, closely aligned with practice work, and provided a smooth experience for most students.

-Gargi Parashar, PGT English at Silverline Prestige School, Ghaziabad.

CBSE Class 12th English Exam 2025 Live: Analysis of CBSE Class 12 English Core and English Elective papers will be shared here soon. Stay tuned.

CBSE Class 12th English Exam 2025 Live: Class 12th English Core and English Elective papers ended at 1:30 pm. More details will be shared soon.

CBSE Class 12th English Exam 2025 Live: This is the CBSE Class 12 English Core paper pattern as per the Sample Question Paper (SQP). The actual paper may or may not follow the exact pattern.

The SQP has 13 questions. All questions are compulsory.

The question paper contains three sections:

Section A: Reading Skills,

Section B: Creative Writing Skills

Section C: Literature.

Candidates need to attempt questions based on specific instructions for each part. They must write the correct question number and part in the answer sheet.

Wherever necessary, separate instructions are given with each question/part,

Candidates must adhere to the prescribed word limit while answering the questions.

Maximum marks: 80

Time allotted: 3 hours.

CBSE Class 12th English Exam 2025 Live: Class 12 English Core and English Elective papers will end at 1:30 pm.

There is no CBSE board exam for Class 10 students today, March 11. Class 12 students are appearing for English Core and English Elective papers.

CBSE Class 12th Board Exam 2025 Live: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) started the Class 12 English Core and English Elective papers at 10:30 am. Exams will end at 1:30 pm.

Admit card

School ID card (photo ID for private candidates)

Transparent pouch

Geometry/pencil box

Blue/royal blue ink/ballpoint/gel pen

Scale

Writing pad

Eraser

Analogue watch

Transparent water bottle

Metro card

Bus pass and money

CBSE Class 12th Board Exam 2025 Live: These items are not allowed inside the exam hall:

Textual material

Paper

Calculator

Pen drive

Log table (which centres will provide)

Electronic pen

Scanner, etc. Exam centres will provide calculators to students with Dyscalculia.

Mobile phones

Bluetooth devices

Earphones

Microphones

Pagers

Health bands

Smartwatches

Cameras

Wallets

Goggles

Handbags

Pouches

Eatable items—opened or packed (unless the student is diabetic)—are banned.

CBSE Class 12th Board Exam 2025 Live: The CBSE will conduct the Class 12th English Core and English Elective papers today, March 11. Both papers will begin at 10:30 am and end at 1:30 pm.