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CBSE Class 12 Applied Mathematics past papers

CBSE has published 3 question papers for Applied Mathematics, each with its mark scheme. They are listed newest first, and each one opens the PDF on cbseacademic.nic.in in a new tab.

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How CBSE grades are worked out

CBSE grades are relative, so there are no marks boundaries to publish. Everyone who passes a subject is ranked and split into eight equal groups, and the grade depends on the group, so the same mark can earn different grades in different subjects.

How CBSE grades are worked out
GradeWho gets it
A1The top eighth of candidates who passed
A2The next eighth
B1The next eighth
B2The next eighth
C1The next eighth
C2The next eighth
D1The next eighth
D2The next eighth
EEssential repeat

Source: CBSE, relative grading notification (16 May 2024) (opens cbse.gov.in in a new tab)

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Sample paper 2025-26

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Sample paper 2024-25

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Sample paper 2023-24

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Common questions

Where can I find Applied Mathematics past papers from CBSE?

This page links every Applied Mathematics paper CBSE publishes for everyone to download, newest first, starting with Sample paper 2025-26. Each link opens the PDF on CBSE's own website. The most recent series is usually released a year or so after the exam, and it will appear here once CBSE makes it public.

Are there mark schemes for these Applied Mathematics papers?

Yes, every question paper here has a mark scheme.

Are there grade boundaries for Applied Mathematics?

CBSE grades are relative, so there are no marks boundaries to publish. Everyone who passes a subject is ranked and split into eight equal groups, and the grade depends on the group, so the same mark can earn different grades in different subjects.

How can I practise more Applied Mathematics questions?

cookie's practice decks can make fresh exam-style questions from a specification or your own notes, with feedback and spaced repetition, so you can keep practising once the papers run out.

Can I get help with Applied Mathematics?

Cookie Tutoring may have tutors for Applied Mathematics. The Find a tutor link keeps the subject and qualification filters from this page, so you can check the marketplace without assuming that a suitable tutor is available.

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