CBSE Class 12 2022 Question Papers and Answer Key; Download PDF
In 2022, CBSE Class 12 exams were held in two parts because of the pandemic. Term 1 took place in November–December 2021 and included objective-type questions. Term 2 was conducted offline from April 26 to June 15, 2022, with subjective questions. It was held from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM (2 hours), with an extra 15 minutes given for reading. The final results were declared on July 22, 2022.
CBSE Class 12 2022 Subject-wise Question Papers with Answer Keys (Term 2)
CBSE Class 12 Question Papers for 2022 are available here. Students can easily download the PDF files for all subjects.
| Question Paper | PDF Link |
|---|---|
| CBSE Class 12 Entrepreneurship Question Paper PDF (Apr 26, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Beauty & Wellness Question Paper PDF (Apr 26, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Biotechnology Question Paper PDF (Apr 28, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Engineering Graphics Question Paper PDF (Apr 28, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Retail Question Paper PDF (Apr 28, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Electronics Technology Question Paper PDF (Apr 28, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Food Nutrition & Dietetics Question Paper PDF (Apr 28, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Library & Information Science Question Paper PDF (Apr 28, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Hindi Elective Question Paper PDF (May 02, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Hindi Core Question Paper PDF (May 02, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Kathak Dance Question Paper PDF (May 04, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Bharatnatyam Dance Question Paper PDF (May 04, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Kuchipudi Dance Question Paper PDF (May 04, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Odissi Dance Question Paper PDF (May 04, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Manipuri Dance Question Paper PDF (May 04, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Kathakali Dance Question Paper PDF (May 04, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Web Applications Question Paper PDF (May 04, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Horticulture Question Paper PDF (May 04, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Sociology Question Paper PDF (May 06, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Chemistry Question Paper PDF (May 07, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Food Production Question Paper PDF (May 10, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Office Procedures & Practices Question Paper PDF (May 10, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Design Question Paper PDF (May 10, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Punjabi Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Bengali Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Tamil Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Telugu Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Sindhi Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Marathi Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Gujarati Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Manipuri Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Malayalam Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Odia Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Assamese Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Kannada Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Arabic Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Tibetan Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 French Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 German Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Russian Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Persian Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Nepali Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Limboo Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Lepcha Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Telugu Telangana Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Bodo Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Tangkhul Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Japanese Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Bhutia Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Spanish Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Kashmiri Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Mizo Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Marketing Question Paper PDF (May 12, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 English Elective Question Paper PDF (May 13, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 English Core Question Paper PDF (May 13, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Business Studies Question Paper PDF (May 17, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Business Administration Question Paper PDF (May 17, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Geography Question Paper PDF (May 18, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Fashion Studies Question Paper PDF (May 19, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Physics Question Paper PDF (May 20, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Yoga Question Paper PDF (May 21, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Early Childhood Care & Education Question Paper PDF (May 21, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Artificial Intelligence Question Paper PDF (May 21, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Accountancy Question Paper PDF (May 23, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Political Science Question Paper PDF (May 24, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Home Science Question Paper PDF (May 25, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Hindustani Music Vocal Question Paper PDF (May 26, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Hindustani Music Mel Ins Question Paper PDF (May 26, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Hindustani Music Per Ins Question Paper PDF (May 26, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Automotive Question Paper PDF (May 26, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Health Care Question Paper PDF (May 26, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Cost Accounting Question Paper PDF (May 26, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Shorthand Hindi Question Paper PDF (May 26, 2022) | Available Soon |
| CBSE Class 12 Financial Markets Management Question Paper PDF (May 27, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Typography & Computer Application Question Paper PDF (May 27, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Medical Diagnostics Question Paper PDF (May 27, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Textile Design Question Paper PDF (May 27, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Economics Question Paper PDF (May 28, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Biology Question Paper PDF (May 30, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Urdu Elective Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Sanskrit Elective Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Carnatic Music Vocal Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Carnatic Music Mel Ins Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Carnatic Music Perc Ins Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Knowledge Tradition & Practices of India Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Available Soon |
| CBSE Class 12 Urdu Core Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Front Office Operations Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Insurance Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Geospatial Technology Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Electrical Technology Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Multimedia Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Taxation Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Agriculture Question Paper PDF (Jun 01, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Banking Question Paper PDF (Jun 01, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Mass Media Studies Question Paper PDF (Jun 01, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Physical Education Question Paper PDF (Jun 02, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 National Cadet Corps Question Paper PDF (Jun 04, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Information Technology Question Paper PDF (Jun 04, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Shorthand (English) Question Paper PDF (Jun 04, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Painting Question Paper PDF (Jun 06, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Graphics Question Paper PDF (Jun 06, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Sculpture Question Paper PDF (Jun 06, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Commercial Art Question Paper PDF (Jun 06, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Mathematics Question Paper PDF (Jun 07, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Applied Mathematics Question Paper PDF (Jun 07, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Tourism Question Paper PDF (Jun 09, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Question Paper PDF (Jun 09, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Salesmanship Question Paper PDF (Jun 09, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 History Question Paper PDF (Jun 10, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Informatics Practices Question Paper PDF (Jun 13, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Computer Science Question Paper PDF (Jun 13, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Legal Studies Question Paper PDF (Jun 14, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Sanskrit Core Question Paper PDF (Jun 14, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Psychology Question Paper PDF (Jun 15, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Kannada Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Arabic Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Tibetan Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 French Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 German Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Russian Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Persian Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Nepali Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Limboo Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Lepcha Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Telugu Telangana Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Bodo Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Tangkhul Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Japanese Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Bhutia Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Spanish Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Kashmiri Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Mizo Question Paper PDF (May 11, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Marketing Question Paper PDF (May 12, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 English Elective Question Paper PDF (May 13, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 English Core Question Paper PDF (May 13, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Business Studies Question Paper PDF (May 17, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Business Administration Question Paper PDF (May 17, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Geography Question Paper PDF (May 18, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Fashion Studies Question Paper PDF (May 19, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Physics Question Paper PDF (May 20, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Yoga Question Paper PDF (May 21, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Early Childhood Care & Education Question Paper PDF (May 21, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Artificial Intelligence Question Paper PDF (May 21, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Accountancy Question Paper PDF (May 23, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Political Science Question Paper PDF (May 24, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Home Science Question Paper PDF (May 25, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Hindustani Music Vocal Question Paper PDF (May 26, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Hindustani Music Mel Ins Question Paper PDF (May 26, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Hindustani Music Per Ins Question Paper PDF (May 26, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Automotive Question Paper PDF (May 26, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Health Care Question Paper PDF (May 26, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Cost Accounting Question Paper PDF (May 26, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Shorthand Hindi Question Paper PDF (May 26, 2022) | Available Soon |
| CBSE Class 12 Financial Markets Management Question Paper PDF (May 27, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Typography & Computer Application Question Paper PDF (May 27, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Medical Diagnostics Question Paper PDF (May 27, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Textile Design Question Paper PDF (May 27, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Economics Question Paper PDF (May 28, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Biology Question Paper PDF (May 30, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Urdu Elective Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Sanskrit Elective Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Carnatic Music Vocal Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Carnatic Music Mel Ins Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Carnatic Music Perc Ins Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Knowledge Tradition & Practices of India Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Available Soon |
| CBSE Class 12 Urdu Core Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Front Office Operations Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Insurance Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Geospatial Technology Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Electrical Technology Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Multimedia Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Taxation Question Paper PDF (May 31, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Agriculture Question Paper PDF (Jun 01, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Banking Question Paper PDF (Jun 01, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Mass Media Studies Question Paper PDF (Jun 01, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Physical Education Question Paper PDF (Jun 02, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 National Cadet Corps Question Paper PDF (Jun 04, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Information Technology Question Paper PDF (Jun 04, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Shorthand (English) Question Paper PDF (Jun 04, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Painting Question Paper PDF (Jun 06, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Graphics Question Paper PDF (Jun 06, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Sculpture Question Paper PDF (Jun 06, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Commercial Art Question Paper PDF (Jun 06, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Mathematics Question Paper PDF (Jun 07, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Applied Mathematics Question Paper PDF (Jun 07, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Tourism Question Paper PDF (Jun 09, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Question Paper PDF (Jun 09, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Salesmanship Question Paper PDF (Jun 09, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 History Question Paper PDF (Jun 10, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Informatics Practices Question Paper PDF (Jun 13, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Computer Science Question Paper PDF (Jun 13, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Legal Studies Question Paper PDF (Jun 14, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Sanskrit Core Question Paper PDF (Jun 14, 2022) | Download PDF |
| CBSE Class 12 Psychology Question Paper PDF (Jun 15, 2022) | Download PDF |
CBSE Class 12 Topper’s Suggestions
To score 95%+ in CBSE Class 12, focus on understanding NCERT well, studying regularly, and revising often. Study in small 50-minute sessions instead of cramming. Practice previous year papers and sample papers to improve speed and understand CBSE Exam Pattern.
- Know the syllabus and exam pattern: Understand what topics are important and how marks are distributed.
- Make a study plan: Set a daily timetable and stick to it. Give more time to difficult subjects.
- Focus on NCERT books: Most toppers rely mainly on NCERT, especially for subjects like Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- Practice previous year papers: Solve past question papers and sample papers to understand the pattern and improve speed.
- Revise regularly: Don’t wait until the end—revise topics weekly to keep them fresh.
- Make short notes: Write quick revision notes, formulas, and key points for last-minute study
- Take mock tests: Practice under exam-like conditions to build confidence and time management.
CBSE Class 12 Paper Analysis 2022
The overall difficulty level of paper was easy to moderate. Most of the questions were based on NCERT and sample papers. As per the students, time management was a major challenge due to lengthy papers. In short, Well-balanced but slightly lengthy papers with focus on concepts.
Here’s a clear, subject-wise analysis of CBSE Class 12 Board Exams 2022
| Subject | Difficulty Level | Paper Pattern | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | Moderate to Difficult | Case-study + MCQs + Long answers | Calculus-heavy, lengthy paper |
| Physics | Moderate | Conceptual + Numerical | Assertion-reason, numericals from NCERT |
| Chemistry | Easy to Moderate | NCERT-based, direct questions | Organic + Inorganic from NCERT lines |
| Biology | Easy to Moderate | Theory-based, diagram questions | Direct NCERT questions, few application-based |
| English Core | Easy | Reading + Writing + Literature | Case-based passages, extract questions |
| Business Studies | Easy to Moderate | Case-study-based | Application of concepts, NCERT-focused |
| Accountancy | Moderate | Practical problems + theory | Partnership, company accounts focus |
| Economics | Moderate | Case-study + theory + numericals | Indian economy + macroeconomics |
| Computer Science | Easy to Moderate | Python + SQL + theory | Direct coding questions |
CBSE Class 12 Board Exams 2022 were mostly easy to moderate in difficulty, with questions largely based on NCERT textbooks and sample papers. While most subjects had balanced papers, students found some exams lengthy and time-consuming, especially Mathematics and Accountancy. Overall, the papers focused more on conceptual understanding and application-based learning.
CBSE Class 12 2022 FAQs
Ques: What was the difficulty level of CBSE Class 12 2022 exam?
Ans: The paper was overall easy to moderate. Most questions were manageable, but some in Maths and Science required a deeper understanding rather than quick answers, which is evident from PYQ analysis.
Ques: Where can I download CBSE Class 12 previous year question papers?
Ans: CBSE Class 12 previous year question papers are available on the official website of prepp.in, often with solutions. These help not only in verifying answers but also in understanding the proper way to present responses, making preparation more effective.
Ques: Do questions repeat from previous year papers in CBSE exams?
Ans: Exact repetition is rare in CBSE Class 12, but similar concepts and patterns do show up quite often. If you practise PYQs from Prepp, you’ll start noticing these key patterns, and that’s where it really helps.
Ques. Are CBSE 2022 question papers available with solutions?
Ans: Yes, CBSE Class 12 2022 question papers are available online along with solutions on various educational platforms. These solutions include marking schemes and step-by-step answers prepared for practice purposes. However, CBSE itself usually releases the papers and marking schemes separately, not as fully combined solved papers.
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