Last Minute Tips to Crack CBSE Board Exams 2025

Last Minute Tips to Crack CBSE Board Exams 2025

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CBSE Class 10th Exam Date:17 Feb' 26 - 17 Feb' 26

Vishal kumarUpdated on 09 Jul 2025, 03:06 PM IST

The Central Board of Secondary Education is conducting the Class 10 and 12 exams in offline mode. Students appearing in the CBSE 10th exam 2026 and CBSE 12th exam 2026 are curious to know some important last-minute tips to crack the examination. It is easy to score well in the CBSE board exams if students prepare for the examination in a planned manner. Along with consistent preparation throughout the year, it is important to strategize a last-minute study plan.

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Last-minute tips to crack the CBSE board exams 2026 will help students understand some essential points to keep in mind, a day before the CBSE examination. One thing students should keep in mind is to stay calm and composed during exams. Class 10 or 12 exams are just the first step towards a bright career. This is a decisive step, but not the final one. Hence, do not over-pressurize yourself, just give your best, and rest, everything will fall into place. Read further to know last-minute suggestions for CBSE class 10, 12th board exams.

Last Minute Tips to Crack CBSE Board Exam 2026

Below are some important CBSE board exam last-minute tips to crack the exam, which are followed by even toppers. By inculcating them during the exam preparation, students will score well in the CBSE board exam 2026.

Find a Peaceful Study Space

The first thing to do when the exam is around the corner is to find a peaceful study place to stay focused. Keep only NCERT books, necessary reference books, and study notes on the study table. Keep your focus clear and do not study many books at the same time.

Revision is the Key

One common mistake often made by students is not revising till the last day. Revision is the key to performing exceptionally well in the examination. Read the chapter, topic, and concept as many times and then, once you feel confident, write down important points in a notebook. During the last leg of preparation, revise those important points.

Practice Sample Papers and Check Errors

The CBSE 10th sample papers and CBSE Class 12 sample papers are available on the official website: cbseacademic.nic.in or the Careers360 page. Solve the official sample question papers within the stipulated time. Check the weak areas, see where you are lacking, and improvise.

Analyze Paper Pattern and Marking Scheme

Understanding the CBSE exam pattern and marking scheme is very important. It is different for each subject. The question paper pattern can be inferred from the sample papers released by the board. Check the type of questions asked in the examination and prepare accordingly.

Stay Calm and Don't Over-Study Before the Exam.

Keep calm and compose a day before the examination. Do not try to cover everything last day, just focus on the topics you have studied. Take an adequate amount of sleep, stay away from social media, and do not compare your preparation with your friends.

Last Minute Tricks to Crack the CBSE Board Exam 2026- Exam Day Tips

The following are some points to keep in mind on the day of the examination.

  1. Reach the examination hall at least 30 minutes before the reporting time.

  2. The first 15 minutes will be given to read the question paper; utilize this time wisely. Check which questions are easy to solve and attempt them first.

  3. Use only a blue or black ink pen.

  4. Maintain your speed of answering. Do not get stuck on any particular question. If you don’t know the answer, pass it for the moment and check it again once you are done with all the other answers.

  5. Focus on how you are presenting an answer. Write in points, draw diagrams wherever necessary, and do not make your answer lengthy.

Also, check -

CBSE Class 10th Syllabus 2025-26
Students can access the subject-wise CBSE Class 10 syllabus for the 2025–26 academic session.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is this mandatory to attempt all the questions in the question paper?
A:

Yes, it is mandatory to attempt all the questions; however, the internal choice may be given in some of the questions. 

Q: Can I use a calculator during the exam?
A:

No, the use of a calculator is not allowed in the exam hall. 

Q: Where does the board release the CBSE board exam schedule?
A:

The CBSE 12th exam dates and CBSE 10th timetable are released by CBSE through its official website, cbse.gov.in.

Q: What are the things I should carry in the exam hall?
A:

You can carry stationery, sanitiser, admit card, transparent water bottle in the exam hall. 

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Questions related to CBSE Class 10th

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Have a question related to CBSE Class 10th ?

Hello,

The CBSE exam fee for Class 10 students is as follows:

  • For up to 5 subjects: Rs. 1,600 per student

  • For each additional subject: Rs. 320

  • Late fee (after the due date): Rs. 2,000

These fees are applicable for students studying in India as per the latest CBSE notification.

The school fee depends upon the particular school.

Hope it helps !

Hello aspirant,

The Sample Question Paper (SQP) and marking guidelines have been made available by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).  Although the board does not formally provide distinct half-yearly sample papers, many of the final CBSE sample papers' questions address subjects that are covered in the exams.

To get the sample papers, you can visit our site through following link:

https://school.careers360.com/boards/cbse/cbse-class-12-half-yearly-sample-papers-2025-26

Thank you

You can get CBSE half yearly english question papers on the Careers360 website by searching for your class and subject. You can view or download the papers in PDF format and use them to prepare well for your exams.

https://school.careers360.com/download/ebooks/cbse-class-10-english-literature-previous-year-question-papers



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