CBSE Class 12 2017 Question Paper & Answer Key; Download Free PDF
Class 12 board exams were administered by CBSE from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM on March 9, 2017, to 29 April, 2017. For students who want to understand the basic NCERT pattern, these question papers are very useful. Prepp offers the full set of CBSE Class 12 2017 question papers along with official answer keys.
CBSE Class 12 2017 Subject-wise Question Papers with Answer Keys (All Subjects, Free PDF Download)
| Question Paper PDF | PDF Link |
|---|---|
| CBSE Class 12 English Core Question Paper PDF (Mar 09, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 English Elective-C Question Paper PDF (Mar 09, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 English Elective-N Question Paper PDF (Mar 09, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Banking Question Paper PDF (Mar 10, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Capital Market Operations Question Paper PDF (Mar 10, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Creative Writing & Translation Studies Question Paper PDF (Mar 10, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Dance-Bharatnatyam Question Paper PDF (Mar 10, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Dance-Kathak Question Paper PDF (Mar 10, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Dance-Kathakali Question Paper PDF (Mar 10, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Dance-Odissi Question Paper PDF (Mar 10, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Front Office Operations Question Paper PDF (Mar 10, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Information Storage & Retrieval Question Paper PDF (Mar 10, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Integrated Transport Operation Question Paper PDF (Mar 10, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Office Communication Question Paper PDF (Mar 10, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Salesmanship Question Paper PDF (Mar 10, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Sindhi Question Paper PDF (Mar 10, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Travel Agency & Tour Operations Business(NSQF) Question Paper PDF (Mar 10, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Air Conditioning & Refrigeration-III Question Paper PDF (Mar 15, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Child Health Nursing Question Paper PDF (Mar 15, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Clinical Bio-Chemistry (mlt) Question Paper PDF (Mar 15, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Electrical Machine Question Paper PDF (Mar 15, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Garment Construction-II Question Paper PDF (Mar 15, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Optics Question Paper PDF (Mar 15, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Persian Question Paper PDF (Mar 15, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Physics Question Paper PDF (Mar 15, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Radiography-I General Question Paper PDF (Mar 15, 2017) | Available Soon |
| CBSE Class 12 Secretarial Practice & Accounting Question Paper PDF (Mar 15, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Traditional Indian Textile Question Paper PDF (Mar 15, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Basic Horticulture-II Question Paper PDF (Mar 16, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Beauty & Hair Question Paper PDF (Mar 16, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Business Studies Question Paper PDF (Mar 16, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Operation & Maintenance of Communication Devices Question Paper PDF (Mar 16, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Assamese Question Paper PDF (Mar 18, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Kannada Question Paper PDF (Mar 18, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Malayalam Question Paper PDF (Mar 18, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Manipuri Question Paper PDF (Mar 18, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Punjabi Question Paper PDF (Mar 18, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Tamil Question Paper PDF (Mar 18, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Urdu Core Question Paper PDF (Mar 18, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Urdu Elective Question Paper PDF (Mar 18, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Clinical Bio-Chemistry & Microbiology Question Paper PDF (Mar 20, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 First Aid & Emergency Medical Care Question Paper PDF (Mar 20, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Health Centre Management Question Paper PDF (Mar 20, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Mathematics Question Paper PDF (Mar 20, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Microbiology (mlt) Question Paper PDF (Mar 20, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Opthalmic Techniques Question Paper PDF (Mar 20, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Radiography-II (special Investigation Imaging radiography) Question Paper PDF (Mar 20, 2017) | Available Soon |
| CBSE Class 12 Agriculture Question Paper PDF (Mar 21, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Database Management Application(NSQF) Question Paper PDF (Mar 21, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Engineering Science Question Paper PDF (Mar 21, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Fashion Studies Question Paper PDF (Mar 21, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 German Question Paper PDF (Mar 21, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Odia Question Paper PDF (Mar 21, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Russian Question Paper PDF (Mar 21, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Shorthand English Question Paper PDF (Mar 21, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Shorthand Hindi Question Paper PDF (Mar 21, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Business Operations & Administration Question Paper PDF (Mar 23, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 History Question Paper PDF (Mar 23, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Laboratory Medicines (clinical Pathology Hematology & Histopathology-i)(mlt) Question Paper PDF (Mar 23, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Logistics Operation & Supply Chain Management-II Question Paper PDF (Mar 23, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Retail Services Question Paper PDF (Mar 23, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Food Production III Question Paper PDF (Mar 24, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Introduction to Hospitality Management(NSQF) Question Paper PDF (Mar 24, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Applied Physics Question Paper PDF (Mar 25, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Biology Opthalmic Question Paper PDF (Mar 25, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Chemistry Question Paper PDF (Mar 25, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Cost Accounting Question Paper PDF (Mar 25, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Floriculture-II Question Paper PDF (Mar 25, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Food Beverage Cost & Control Question Paper PDF (Mar 25, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Radiation Physics Question Paper PDF (Mar 25, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Advanced Front Office Operations Question Paper PDF (Mar 27, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Basic Pattern Development II Question Paper PDF (Mar 27, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Computer Science Question Paper PDF (Mar 27, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Informatics Practices Question Paper PDF (Mar 27, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Insurance Question Paper PDF (Mar 27, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Olericulture-II Question Paper PDF (Mar 27, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Accountancy Question Paper PDF (Mar 29, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Bakery Question Paper PDF (Mar 29, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Holistic Health Question Paper PDF (Mar 29, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Security(NSQF) Question Paper PDF (Mar 29, 2017) | Available Soon |
| CBSE Class 12 Food Production IV Question Paper PDF (Mar 30, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Engineering Graphics Question Paper PDF (Mar 31, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Heritage Crafts Question Paper PDF (Mar 31, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Human Rights & Gender Studies Question Paper PDF (Mar 31, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Japanese Question Paper PDF (Mar 31, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Library and Information Science Question Paper PDF (Mar 31, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Marketing-II Question Paper PDF (Mar 31, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Mechanical Engineering Question Paper PDF (Mar 31, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Spanish Question Paper PDF (Mar 31, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Textile Chemical Processing Question Paper PDF (Mar 31, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Tibetan Question Paper PDF (Mar 31, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Web Application-II(NSQF) Question Paper PDF (Mar 31, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Graphic Design Question Paper PDF (Apr 01, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Health Education Communication and Public Relations & Public Health Question Paper PDF (Apr 01, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Knowledge Traditions & Practice of India Question Paper PDF (Apr 01, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Legal Studies Question Paper PDF (Apr 01, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Printed Textiles Question Paper PDF (Apr 01, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 The Creative & Commercial Process in Mass Media-II Question Paper PDF (Apr 01, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Typography & Computer Application English Question Paper PDF (Apr 01, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Financial Accounting-II Question Paper PDF (Apr 03, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Laboratory Medicine-II Question Paper PDF (Apr 03, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Political Science Question Paper PDF (Apr 03, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Retail Operations Question Paper PDF (Apr 03, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Air Conditioning & Refrigeration-IV Question Paper PDF (Apr 05, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Biology Question Paper PDF (Apr 05, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Derivative Market Operations Question Paper PDF (Apr 05, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Taxation Question Paper PDF (Apr 05, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Biotechnology Question Paper PDF (Apr 06, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Geography Question Paper PDF (Apr 06, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Library Systems & Resource Management Question Paper PDF (Apr 06, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Tangkhul Question Paper PDF (Apr 10, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Theatre Studies Question Paper PDF (Apr 10, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Physical Education Question Paper PDF (Apr 12, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Economics Question Paper PDF (Apr 17, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Trouble Shooting & Maintenance of Electronic Equipment Question Paper PDF (Apr 17, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Home Science Question Paper PDF (Apr 18, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Applied Arts-Commercial Arts Question Paper PDF (Apr 19, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Confectionery Question Paper PDF (Apr 19, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Electrical Appliances Question Paper PDF (Apr 19, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Graphics Question Paper PDF (Apr 19, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Painting Question Paper PDF (Apr 19, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Sculpture Question Paper PDF (Apr 19, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Sociology Question Paper PDF (Apr 20, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Bhutia Question Paper PDF (Apr 22, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Gujarati Question Paper PDF (Apr 22, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Hindi Core Question Paper PDF (Apr 22, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Hindi Elective Question Paper PDF (Apr 22, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Lepcha Question Paper PDF (Apr 22, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Limboo Question Paper PDF (Apr 22, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Nepali Question Paper PDF (Apr 22, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Psychology Question Paper PDF (Apr 24, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Music Hindustani Instrumental Melodic Question Paper PDF (Apr 25, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Music Hindustani Instrumental Percussion Question Paper PDF (Apr 25, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Music Hindustani Vocal Question Paper PDF (Apr 25, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Music Karnataka Instrumental (melodic) Question Paper PDF (Apr 25, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Music Karnataka Vocal Question Paper PDF (Apr 25, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Food Service-II Question Paper PDF (Apr 26, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Mass Media Studies Question Paper PDF (Apr 26, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Arabic Question Paper PDF (Apr 27, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Auto Engineering Question Paper PDF (Apr 27, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Bengali Question Paper PDF (Apr 27, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 French Question Paper PDF (Apr 27, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Marathi Question Paper PDF (Apr 27, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Mizo Question Paper PDF (Apr 27, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Sanskrit Core Question Paper PDF (Apr 27, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Sanskrit Elective Question Paper PDF (Apr 27, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Telugu Question Paper PDF (Apr 27, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Telugu-Telangana Question Paper PDF (Apr 27, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Understanding the Evolution and Forms of Mass Media Question Paper PDF (Apr 27, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Autoshop Repair & Practice-II(NSQF) Question Paper PDF (Apr 28, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Fabric Study Question Paper PDF (Apr 28, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Multimedia & Web Technology Question Paper PDF (Apr 28, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 National Cadet Corps Question Paper PDF (Apr 28, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Typography & Computer Application (hindi) Question Paper PDF (Apr 28, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Basic Concept of Health and Disease and Medical Terminology Question Paper PDF (Apr 29, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Entrepreneurship Question Paper PDF (Apr 29, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Geospatial Technology-II Question Paper PDF (Apr 29, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Midwifery Question Paper PDF (Apr 29, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Office Procedure & Practices Question Paper PDF (Apr 29, 2017) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Philosophy Question Paper PDF (Apr 29, 2017) | Download PDF |
CBSE Class 12 2017 Paper Analysis
CBSE Class 12 2017 exams were overall NCERT-based with difficulty ranging from easy to moderate in most subjects. Mathematics, Physics, and Accountancy were comparatively lengthy and slightly difficult. The table shows subject-wise detailed analysis.
| Subject | Overall Difficulty | Paper Pattern Trend | Student Feedback |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | Moderate to Difficult | NCERT-based with numerical + conceptual mix | Lengthy and calculation-heavy |
| Chemistry | Easy to Moderate | NCERT direct questions + some application-based | Scoring for prepared students |
| Mathematics | Moderate to Tough | Conceptual + lengthy calculations | Time-consuming paper |
| English Core | Easy to Moderate | Passage + writing + literature-based | Balanced paper |
| Economics | Moderate | Theory + numericals + case-based | Lengthy but predictable |
| Business Studies | Easy to Moderate | Case-study oriented | Very scoring |
| Accountancy | Moderate to Difficult | Practical + theory + adjustments | Lengthy and tricky adjustments |
| Biology | Easy to Moderate | NCERT line-based questions | Very scoring |
CBSE Class 12 Most Important Topics
Selecting the appropriate books for CBSE Class 12 is crucial, although the majority of top scorers concur that NCERT serves as your foundation and reference books are just meant for practice and more in-depth understanding. Refer to the table below for important topics of each subject.
For Science
| Physics | Chemistry | Biology |
|---|---|---|
| Electrostatics, Current Electricity | Electrochemistry | Genetics & Evolution |
| Magnetism & Moving Charges | Chemical Kinetics | Molecular Basis of Inheritance |
| EMI & AC | Coordination Compounds | Human Reproduction |
| Optics (Ray + Wave) | p-Block Elements | Biotechnology |
| Dual Nature, Atoms, Nuclei | Organic (Aldehydes, Amines, etc.) | Ecology |
| Semiconductor Electronics | Biomolecules | Human Health & Disease |
For Commerce
| Accountancy | Business Studies | Economics |
|---|---|---|
| Company Accounts (Share Capital, Debentures) | Principles of Management | National Income |
| Partnership Accounts | Marketing Management | Money & Banking |
| Cash Flow Statement | Financial Management | Government Budget |
| Financial Statements | Business Environment | Poverty & Unemployment |
For Arts
| Subject | High-Weight / Important Topics | Why Important |
|---|---|---|
| Political Science | Cold War & Globalisation | Repeated questions |
| Political Science | Indian Politics since Independence | Very important |
| Political Science | Constitution & Rights | Theory-based |
| History | National Movement | High weightage |
| History | Contemporary World History | Essay questions |
| Geography | Population & Human Geography | Map + theory |
| Geography | Resources & Development | NCERT-based |
| Sociology | Social Institutions | Easy scoring |
| Sociology | Social Change | Conceptual |
Preparing these important topics thoroughly can help students perform better in CBSE Class 12 board exams. Along with NCERT, regular revision and practice are key to scoring well in Science subjects.
CBSE Class 12 2017 Question Paper FAQs
Ques: What is the best method for practicing with the 2017 PYQs?
Ans: Examine each paper for three uninterrupted hours under timed conditions. As soon as possible, compare the responses to the official marking scheme. Analyse partial mark losses rather than just wrong responses to identify the most precise areas that require improvement.
Ques: How challenging was the English paper for CBSE Class 12 in 2017?
Ans: The English paper was of medium difficulty. Students who studied NCERT well could handle it, but it was a bit long.
Ques: If a student is unhappy with their grades, what can they do?
Ans: Three steps are available to students who are dissatisfied with their grades:
1) Verification of marks;
2) Obtaining a photocopy of the evaluated answer sheet
3) Applying for re-evaluation.
These choices are often made accessible a few days following the announcement of the results.
Ques: What are CBSE Class 12 minimal passing scores?
Ans: A minimum of 33% in theoretical and 33% in practical or internal assessment is required to pass a topic. Additionally, you must receive at least 33% of the possible points overall.
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