The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12 geography board exam was held on February 24, 2025, from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. It was well-structured, with a well-balanced level of difficulty and a mix of conceptual and higher-order thinking questions. It was a reasonable and equitable exam for all aspirants with different levels of preparation. We will provide a direct download link for the CBSE Class 12th Geography Question Paper 2025 PDF very soon. Stay tuned for more details.
After receiving their CBSE Class 12th admit card 2026, students can review the helpful advice listed below:
| Section | Question Numbers | Type of Questions | Marks per Question | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Section A | Q1 – Q17 | Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) | 1 | 17 |
Section B | Q18 – Q19 | Source-Based Questions | 3 | 6 |
Section C | Q20 – Q23 | Short Answer Questions (80-100 words) | 3 | 12 |
Section D | Q24 – Q28 | Long Answer Questions (120-150 words) | 5 | 25 |
Section E | Q29 – Q30 | Map-Based Questions | 5 | 10 |
Total | 30 Questions | Complete Paper | - | 70 Marks |
| Exam Date | Subject | Timing |
|---|---|---|
February 24, 2025 | Geography | 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM |
To reduce last-minute stress, students should arrive 30 minutes before the exam start time, and bring their admission card, and any essential stationery.
Students can download the question paper PDF from the link given below which is activated.
| Question Paper | Download PDF |
|---|---|
CBSE Class 12th Geography 2025 Question Papers | |
CBSE Class 12th Geography Sample Papers |
Students can download the answer key PDF from the link given below which is activated.
Paper Name (Set-Wise) | Download Link |
|---|---|
CBSE Class 12th Geography Answer Key 2025 (Set 1) | |
CBSE Class 12th Geography Answer Key 2025 (Set 2) | |
CBSE Class 12th Geography Answer Key 2025 (Set 3) |
The majority of the students felt that the paper was well-balanced with descriptive and analytical-type questions. The majority of the students reported that the MCQs were easy but some were difficult and required careful reading. Short- and long-answer questions were predominantly from NCERT with a few being application-based type questions. The map-based questions were easy as expected. Some of the major observations on the students' feedback are given below:
| Aspect | Analysis |
|---|---|
Overall Difficulty Level | Moderate; combination of direct and application-based questions. |
MCQs (Section A) | Primarily straightforward; a few concept-based tricky questions. |
Source-Based Questions (Section B) | Close reading and interpretation of the provided text were needed. |
Short Answer Questions (Section C) | Conceptual; necessitating accurate and organized answers. |
Long Answer Questions (Section D) | Analytical; questions assessed map interpretation and thought. |
Map-Based Questions (Section E) | Manageable; needed good knowledge of map locations. |
Student Feedback | Most students found the paper moderate, with some lengthy questions in Section D. |
High-Scoring Topics | Human Development, Migration, Population & Resources, Trade & Transport. |
Tough Topics | Statistical data analysis, Case Studies, Graph-based questions. |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Read the paper carefully within 10-15 minutes.
Complete MCQs quickly to leave time for long-answer questions. Allocate time to each section as per the marks. Offer a minimum of a 10-minute review period at the end.
Some important topics include:
Only NCERT books, as the majority of the questions are NCERT syllabus-based.
Practice map questions regularly. Revise major subjects such as Human Geography, Population Studies, and Trade. Try previous year's question papers for better understanding.
There is no general option, but an internal option exists in some questions (apart from Section A).
The paper consists of:
The exam has 80 marks for the theory paper and 20 marks for internal assessment and the total is 100 marks.
The report is divided into five sections: Section A, Section B, Section C, Section D, and Section E.
The CBSE 12th Class Geography Exam 2025 will probably take place on 24 February 2025 as per the official CBSE date sheet.
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You will be able to download the CBSE Pre-Board Class 12 Question Paper 2025-26 from our official website by using the link which is given below.
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