CBSE Class 12 Math Weightage 2026 Unit and Chapter-Wise Marks Distribution

Samia Miraj

Updated On: September 09, 2025 04:26 PM

CBSE Class 12 Math Weightage 2026 is now released online. There are a total of 6 units included in the curriculum, with 80 marks provided for the theory paper. 20 marks are allotted for the internal assessment. 
CBSE Class 12 Math Weightage 2026

CBSE Class 12 Math Weightage 2026 : The syllabus consists of 6 units, namely Relations and Functions, Algebra, Calculus, Vectors and Three-Dimensional Geometry, Linear Programming, and Probability. Out of which Calculus carries the highest weightage, i.e., 35 marks, followed by Vectors and Three-Dimensional Geometry, which is 14 marks. Overall, the theory paper will be conducted for 80 marks, and the remaining marks are allotted for the internal assessment. It is compulsory to pass both theory and internal assessment. The question paper will consist of MCQs, very short answer type questions, short answer type questions, case-based questions, and long answer type questions. Do not forget to download the updated CBSE Class 12 Mathematics Syllabus 2025-26 for more practice. Learn about the unit-wise CBSE Class 12 Math Weightage 2026 below.

CBSE Class 12 Math Weightage 2026 Theory Exam - Unit Wise

The Mathematics curriculum includes a total of 6 units. Refer to the detailed unit-wise weightage allotment from the table given below.

No.

Units

Marks

I

Relations and Functions

08

II

Algebra

10

III

Calculus

35

IV

Vectors and Three-Dimensional Geometry

14

V

Linear Programming

05

VI

Probability

08

-

Total (Theory)

80

-

Internal Assessment

20

-

Grand Total

100

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CBSE Class 12 Math Weightage 2026 Internal Assessment

In Mathematics, you will also find 20 marks allotted for the internal assessment. You are required to pass the internal assessment to successfully pass class 12th. Check the marking scheme for the internal assessment below:

Component

Marks

Periodic Tests (Best 2 out of 3)

10

Mathematics Activities

10

Total

20

CBSE Class 12 Math Question Paper Blueprint 2026

You must also have information about the format to be followed by CBSE to frame the Math question paper of class 12. Check out the detailed blueprint below:

  • The question paper will consist of 38 questions. All questions are compulsory.
  • The question paper will be divided into five Sections - A, B, C, D, and E.
  • In Section A, Questions no. 1 to 18 are multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with only one correct option, and Questions no. 19 and 20 are Assertion-Reason based questions of 1 mark each.
  • In Section B, Questions no. 21 to 25 are Very Short Answer (VSA)-type questions, carrying 2 marks each.
  • In Section C, Questions no. 26 to 31 are Short Answer (SA)-type questions, carrying 3 marks each.
  • In Section D, Questions no. 32 to 35 are Long Answer (LA)-type questions, carrying 5 marks each.
  • In Section E, Questions no. 36 to 38 are Case study-based questions, carrying 4 marks each.
  • There is no overall choice. However, an internal choice will be provided in 2 questions in Section B, 3 questions in Section C, 2 questions in Section D, and one subpart each in 2 questions of Section E.
  • Use of a calculator is not allowed
Do not forget to practice using the CBSE Class 12 Mathematics Sample Paper 2026 after completing your syllabus. This practice will help you to learn about the CBSE Class 12 Math Weightage 2026 in more detail.

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