Summary: The CBSE Class 12 Computer Science Exam for 2023-24 will feature more multiple-choice and competency-based questions. Prepare efficiently by going over the most recent CBSE class 12 computer science exam pattern. 

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has decided to increase the number of multiple-choice questions in the CBSE Board examinations 2023-24. More questions on application of concepts in real-life settings and competencies would be included in CBSE board exams in 2024. These modifications were made in accordance with the 2020 National Education Policy (NEP). 

This year's CBSE Class 12 exams will cover the entire syllabus. All CBSE 12th board exams will be subjective in nature. The curriculum and CBSE Class 12 Exam Pattern 2024 have also been issued by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Students must go over the full CBSE Class 12 Computer Science Syllabus in order to prepare for their exams. 

According to the CBSE Circular, the exam pattern of CBSE computer science question paper would be the same as the sample question papers available on the CBSE website. 

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CBSE Class 12 Exam Pattern Highlights 

The highlights of the CBSE class 12 test 2023-24 can be seen in the table below: 

Particulars	Details
Conducting Body	Central Board of Secondary Education
Question Paper Pattern	MCQs - 20%  Competency-based questions in the form of case-based questions, source-based questions, or any other types - 30%  Short answer/long answer type questions- 50%
Duration	3 hours
Medium	English / Hindi Note: Regional languages are an optional language exam for candidates and will not be used as the main form of examination.
Mode	Offline
Number of subjects	5 or 6 (as elected by the student)
Maximum Marks	100 (theory + practical)  80 marks theory + 20 marks Project works for Commerce subjects (Accountancy, Business Studies & Economics)   80 marks theory +30 marks practical for Physics, Chemistry & Biology   80 marks Maths written exam + 20 marks internal assessment
Passing marks for each subject	33%
Passing marks for the overall exam	Aggregate 33%

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CBSE Class 12th Exam Pattern 2024 

The CBSE class 12th exam pattern will provide you a general concept of how to prepare for your exams, although individual topics may have different marking schemes. English (core) and Mathematics papers typically have different exam patterns than the other courses.  

The English (core) paper is for 100 points because there is no practical test, and the other topics are worth 80 points (theoretical) and 20 points (practical). These theory examinations have to be completed within two hours. Every subject in CBSE class 12th has the same timing. 

Students can check the marking schemes and exam pattern of CBSE class 12th computer science exam below: 

CBSE Class 12 Computer Science Exam Pattern for Theory Exam 

Unit No.	Unit Name	Marks	Periods
			Theory	Practical
I	Computational Thinking and Programming – 2	40	70	50
II	Computer Networks	10	15	...
III	Database Management	20	25	20
	Total	70	110	70

CBSE Class 12 Computer Science Exam Pattern for Practical Exam 

S.No	Unit Name	Marks (Total = 30)
1	Lab Test:  Python program (60% logic + 20% documentation + 20% code quality)	8
	SQL queries (4 queries based on one or two tables)	4
2	Report file:  Minimum 15 Python programs.  SQL Queries – Minimum 5 sets using one table / two tables.  Minimum 4 programs based on Python - SQL connectivity	7
3	Project (using concepts learnt in Classes 11 and 12)	8
4	Viva voce	3

Read more: CBSE Class 12 Computer Science Preparation Books

When students learn about the syllabus, they also learn about the CBSE Class 12 exam timetable, marking scheme, and types of questions that are asked all year. Knowing this can help you prioritise chapters during your CBSE Class 12 Computer Science preparation. Before proceeding, review some key details about the exam structure and scoring scheme. Here are some brief CBSE class 12 computer science paper preparation tips: 

• Computer Science carries a total of 100 marks, with the theoretical paper carrying 70 points and the practical examination carrying 30 marks.  
• Students must complete all of the questions within the time limit. 
• There will be no deduction of marks for providing an incorrect answer; hence, candidates should try to attempt all questions. 
• Underline or use another colour pen other than red to highlight important points. 

Understanding the CBSE Class 12 Computer Science Exam Pattern for 2023-24 is essential for successful preparation and performance. Students can carefully organise their study schedules with a clear allocation of 70 marks for theory and 30 marks for practicals.

The CBSE exam preparation tips and detailed marking scheme help students prioritise chapters and fine-tune their study strategies. Review these recommendations carefully to ensure your success in the upcoming exam. 

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