Create CBSE Class 12 English Core board-pattern question papers in seconds — fully aligned with the 2025-26 examination format. Every paper includes all 3 sections (Reading, Writing & Literature), 50% competency-based questions, unseen passages, writing tasks, and step-wise marking schemes with answer keys.
Works for both English Core (Code 301) and English Elective (Code 302). Covers full Flamingo and Vistas syllabus. Trusted by 5,000+ CBSE schools, coaching centres, and English teachers across India.
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The CBSE Class 12 English Question Paper Generator by SchoolDeck is a free AI-powered tool that helps teachers, tutors, and students create board-pattern question papers for English Core (Code 301) and English Elective (Code 302) within minutes.
Whether you need a full board exam mock paper, a section-wise unit test focused only on Reading or Literature, a half-yearly examination paper, or quick revision worksheets on Flamingo and Vistas chapters — this generator produces professionally formatted papers that exactly match the CBSE 2025-26 examination blueprint, including the latest competency-based question mandate.
Every generated paper comes with a detailed step-wise marking scheme and model answers for writing tasks, making it ideal for both student practice and formal classroom assessment. The tool includes a rich bank of unseen passages across genres — factual, discursive, and literary — updated with contemporary topics.
Official 80-Mark Theory Paper Blueprint — Section-Wise Weightage
| Section | Section Name | Key Components | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Reading Skills | Two unseen passages — one factual/descriptive (12 marks) and one discursive/literary (10 marks). MCQs, short-answer and vocabulary questions. | 22 |
| B | Writing Skills with Grammar | Short writing task — Notice / Advertisement / Invitation (4 marks), Long writing task 1 — Formal Letter / Job Application (6 marks), Long writing task 2 — Article / Report / Speech / Debate (8 marks). | 18 |
| C | Literature: Textbooks & Supplementary Reader | Extract-based MCQs (Flamingo Prose + Poetry), Short Answer Questions (Flamingo + Vistas), Long Answer Questions (thematic/value-based), Global/Comparative question. | 40 |
| Total Theory Examination | 80 | ||
| Internal Assessment | 20 | ||
| Grand Total | 100 | ||
Source: CBSE Academic Session 2025-26 Curriculum for English Core (Code 301). Literature carries the highest weightage of 40 marks (50%) of the theory paper.
The SchoolDeck generator precisely follows this 3-section structure in every paper
Two unseen comprehension passages totalling 22 marks. Tests a student's ability to extract information, infer meaning, and understand vocabulary in context.
Passage 1 — 12 Marks
A factual or descriptive/expository passage (around 400–450 words). Questions include: Multiple Choice Questions, Short Answer Questions, and Vocabulary (Word Meaning / Synonym / Antonym from context).
Passage 2 — 10 Marks
A discursive or literary/argumentative passage (around 350–400 words). Questions test inferential comprehension, critical thinking, and note-making or title-giving skills.
Three writing tasks testing formal writing conventions, grammar application, and creative expression. Internal choice is provided in all writing questions.
Short Writing Task — 4 Marks
Notice Writing OR Advertisement (classified/display) OR Invitation with Reply. Tests adherence to format, conciseness, and clarity.
Long Writing Task 1 — 6 Marks
Formal Letter (Letter to the Editor / Letter of Complaint / Letter of Inquiry) OR Job Application with Bio-Data (CV). Tests formal tone, structure, and grammar.
Long Writing Task 2 — 8 Marks
Article Writing OR Report Writing OR Speech Writing OR Debate Writing. Carries the highest marks in Section B. Tests organisation, content, vocabulary, and argumentative skills.
The highest-weightage section. Tests comprehension, analysis, and thematic understanding of prose, poetry, and supplementary reading. Internal choice is provided in all sub-sections.
Extract-Based MCQs (Prose) — 6 Marks
A passage extracted from a Flamingo prose chapter. 6 MCQs testing vocabulary in context, referential comprehension, and inference.
Extract-Based MCQs (Poetry) — 4 Marks
A stanza extracted from a Flamingo poem. 4 MCQs testing poetic devices, tone, theme, and vocabulary.
Short Answer Questions — 10 Marks
5 questions of 2 marks each from Flamingo (prose + poetry) and Vistas. Attempt 5 out of 6 given. Tests direct comprehension and brief analytical responses.
Long Answer Questions (Flamingo) — 6 Marks
1 long answer question (attempt 1 out of 2) from Flamingo prose or poetry. Requires a paragraph-length analytical or thematic response.
Long Answer Questions (Vistas) — 6 Marks
1 long answer question (attempt 1 out of 2) from Vistas supplementary reader. Tests deeper understanding of theme, character, and message.
Global / Comparative Long Answer — 8 Marks
1 value-based or cross-textual thematic question (attempt 1 out of 2) requiring comparison or broader analysis across chapters. Highest-scoring individual question in the paper.
| Section | Focus Area | Question Types | Total Marks | Internal Choice |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A — Reading | Unseen Passages | MCQ, SA, Vocabulary | 22 | No |
| B — Writing | Formal Writing Tasks | Notice/Letter/Article | 18 | Yes |
| C — Literature | Flamingo + Vistas | MCQ, SA, LA, Global | 40 | Yes |
| Total | 80 Marks | 3 Hours | ||
4 simple steps — no sign-up needed to get started
Choose CBSE → Class 12 → English Core (301) or English Elective (302). The tool auto-loads the official 2025-26 syllabus, textbooks, and blueprint.
Select full syllabus (Flamingo + Vistas) or specific chapters and sections. Set difficulty level as Easy, Medium, Hard, or Mixed.
Select Board Exam Pattern (full 80-mark), Unit Test (Reading only, Writing only, Literature only), Half Yearly, or Pre-Board. AI auto-applies the correct structure.
Click Generate. Review the paper and marking scheme on screen. Download as PDF or DOCX — with or without the answer key and model answers.
Our question bank covers every chapter from Flamingo (Prose + Poetry) and Vistas
All poems include extract-based MCQ questions, poetic device identification, and theme-based short answers.
Built specifically for the nuances of CBSE Class 12 English board assessment
A large, regularly updated library of original unseen passages — factual, discursive, and literary — covering contemporary topics like environment, technology, social issues, and culture. Never repeats the same passage twice.
Every writing question (Notice, Letter, Article, Report, Speech, Debate) comes with a model answer following the official CBSE format — including correct heading, body structure, word limit, and examiner tips.
Automatically includes inference-based, analytical, and real-world application questions as mandated by CBSE for 2025-26 — across all three sections, not just Reading.
Every generated paper automatically respects the official section-wise marks distribution — 22 for Reading, 18 for Writing, 40 for Literature — plus the correct proportion of MCQ, Short Answer, and Long Answer questions.
Every answer key shows marks per point — for short answers (1 mark per relevant point) and long answers (content + expression breakdown) — matching official CBSE board evaluation guidelines.
Generate multiple unique papers from the same chapter selection — ideal for Set A/B/C, pre-board mocks, and repeated practice. The AI varies passages, questions, and writing prompts each time.
Download question papers and answer keys separately as PDF or DOCX. Add your school logo, name, date, and custom instructions before printing.
Need only a Reading test? Or only Literature questions from Vistas? Generate targeted section-wise papers — Reading Unit Test, Writing Skills Practice Sheet, or Literature Chapter Test — instantly.
Save hours on paper-setting. Generate well-structured unit tests, half-yearly papers, and pre-board mocks aligned to the latest blueprint — in minutes.
Create standardized, blueprint-compliant papers across all sections with consistent difficulty. Generate multiple sets (A/B/C) with different passages and questions.
Practice with unlimited board-pattern mock papers. Study model answers for writing tasks to understand scoring criteria and improve marks.
SchoolDeck also helps streamline documentation and test generation for the 20-mark internal assessment component:
10 Marks — Best of two written tests conducted during the session. Our tool generates perfect unit-test papers for these.
5 Marks — Assessed on reading fluency, comprehension, and pronunciation in the school setting.
5 Marks — Creative writing portfolio, drama, debates, or book review activities assessed by the subject teacher.
Assessed through conversations, presentations, and written portfolio as per CBSE guidelines.
In line with the NEP 2020 framework, CBSE has mandated that approximately 50% of questions in the Class 12 English board paper must be competency-based — testing skills that go beyond rote memorisation of textbook answers.
In English, competency-based questions appear across all three sections:
SchoolDeck's AI generator automatically maintains the correct proportion of competency-based questions in every paper, ensuring students build the analytical and communication skills that CBSE now prioritizes in the board examination.
Everything you need to know about generating CBSE Class 12 English question papers
The CBSE Class 12 English Core (Code 301) theory paper carries 80 marks across 3 sections: Section A — Reading Skills (22 marks, two unseen passages), Section B — Writing Skills with Grammar (18 marks, short and long writing tasks), and Section C — Literature: Flamingo and Vistas (40 marks, the highest weightage). Internal Assessment carries an additional 20 marks, making the total 100.
The generator includes two unseen passages per paper — a factual/descriptive passage (12 marks) and a discursive/literary passage (10 marks). Questions across both passages include MCQs, short-answer comprehension questions, inference-based questions, and vocabulary (word meaning, synonym, antonym from context) — all drawn from a fresh, regularly updated passage bank covering contemporary topics.
Section B includes all CBSE-mandated writing formats with internal choice: Short tasks (4 marks) — Notice, Advertisement, Invitation with Reply; Long task 1 (6 marks) — Letter to the Editor, Letter of Complaint, Job Application with Bio-Data; Long task 2 (8 marks) — Article Writing, Report Writing, Speech Writing, or Debate Writing. Every question comes with a model answer and CBSE marking rubric.
Yes. SchoolDeck provides a dedicated toggle to switch between English Core (301) and English Elective (302). The Elective paper has its own textbooks (Kaleidoscope), blueprint, and question types, and the generator applies the correct structure automatically when you select it.
Absolutely. You can select individual chapters from Flamingo or Vistas for targeted tests. For example, create a chapter test only on "The Last Lesson" and "Indigo", or a Vistas-only literature paper, or a Poetry-only revision test. The AI auto-adjusts the question mix and marks distribution based on your selection.
The paper has 3 sections for 80 marks in 3 hours: Section A — Reading (22 marks, 2 unseen passages with MCQ, short-answer, and vocabulary questions), Section B — Writing (18 marks, Notice/Letter/Article-type tasks with internal choice), Section C — Literature (40 marks, extract-based MCQs, short answers of 2-3 marks, long answers of 6 marks, and a global/thematic answer of 8 marks from Flamingo and Vistas).
Yes, SchoolDeck offers a free tier that lets teachers and students generate CBSE Class 12 English question papers with model answers and marking schemes. Premium plans unlock unlimited generation, custom school branding and watermarking, bulk generation for multiple sets, and priority support.
As per CBSE's mandate for 2025-26, approximately 50% of the total questions are competency-based — testing inference, analysis, application, and higher-order thinking skills across Reading (inference from passages), Writing (real-world writing scenarios), and Literature (analytical and thematic responses). SchoolDeck automatically maintains this ratio in every paper.
Yes. SchoolDeck supports section-specific paper generation. You can create: a standalone Reading Comprehension Unit Test (22 marks), a Writing Skills Practice Sheet with all three formats, a Literature-only exam covering Flamingo and Vistas, or a combined half-paper for mid-term assessment. Each format is self-contained with the correct marks and timing guidelines.
Yes. Every generated marking scheme follows CBSE's official value-point-based evaluation. Short answers show marks per relevant point (1 mark = 1 key idea), and long answers show the content vs. expression marks split — exactly as used by CBSE board examiners. Writing task model answers include format marks, content marks, and fluency/accuracy marks separately.
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