With CBSE Class 12 board exams beginning February 17, 2026, students across India are entering the final critical stretch. Major papers like Physics (Feb 20) and Accountancy (Feb 24) demand a strategic approach that focuses on high-weightage chapters, previous year questions (PYQs), and timed practice to target 90+ scores.
Experts emphasize that these last 10 days are not about learning new topics but about focused revision, error correction, and exam strategy. Teachers from Delhi’s top coaching institutes, including Aakash and FIITJEE, advise a structured, stream-wise plan to balance syllabus completion and confidence building.
Days 1–2: Core Subjects Deep Dive
This phase is for intensive coverage of high-yield chapters while consolidating notes.
Science:
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Physics: Mechanics, Electrostatics (≈60 marks). Solve 50 PYQs.
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Chemistry: Organic reactions, P-block elements.
Commerce:
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Accountancy: Ledger posting, ratios practice.
Arts:
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History: NCERT 1857–1964, map work.
Students should study 6 hours, complemented by 2 short mocks to assess retention and time management.
Key tips: Use color-coded notes and formula flashcards; focus on areas where marks were lost in previous tests.
Days 3–4: Formula Practice & Mock Tests
By now, students move from content consolidation to active practice.
Science Stream:
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Math/Applied Math: Calculus, Vectors (~80 marks). Solve 3 full papers under timed conditions.
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Biology: Genetics, Ecology.
Commerce Stream:
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Economics: Microeconomics graphs.
Arts Stream:
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Revise key terms, definitions, and Political Science concepts.
Daily schedule: 4 hours theory, 4 hours practice. Ensure early sleep (8 pm – 5 am) for optimal memory retention.
Days 5–6: Weak Areas & PYQ Blitz
This phase targets persistent weak spots and error correction:
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English: Precis writing, literature extracts.
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Business Studies: Principles and case studies.
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Sociology: Social stratification concepts.
Students should take timed 3-hour papers and maintain an error log to track mistakes and revise effectively.
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Days 7–8: Full Syllabus Mock Practice
By this stage, students shift to exam simulation:
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One full paper per stream daily, aiming for 85%+ scores.
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Analyze post-mock gaps for 2 hours.
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Science: Bio on Mar 27, Commerce: Economics Feb 18, Arts: Pol. Science Mar 23.
This practice reinforces time management, structured answers, and exam temperament, which are often decisive at the 90+ mark level.
Days 9–10: Light Revision & Buffer
The final two days are for selective, high-yield revision:
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Diagrams (Biology, History)
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Formulas (Math, Physics)
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Business case studies
Avoid new topics. Study 4 hours, rest with walks or relaxation exercises. Sleep and nutrition are priorities for peak cognitive function.
Stream-Specific Focus
Science: Physics 70 marks, Chemistry numericals, Math integration problems, Biology PYQs from 16 chapters.
Commerce: Accounts ledger practice, Economics graph interpretation, Business MCQs.
Arts: NCERT History maps, Political Science thinkers, Sociology theories.
Health, Routine, and Mental Readiness
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Sleep: 7–8 hours; hydration and protein-rich breakfasts.
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Mental health: 30-minute daily walks, positive affirmations.
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Parental support: Quiet study spaces, nutritious meals, no pressure.
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Exam day logistics: Admit cards on cbse.gov.in, February 17 start, 10:30 am–1:30 pm. Arrive 30 minutes early.
Mock Analysis & Score Tracking
Tracking performance in mocks is critical:
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85%+ mock scores correlate with 90+ boards.
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Focus on 70%+ weightage chapters for maximum impact.
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Daily reflection on errors ensures consistent improvement.
Resource Checklist
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NCERT textbooks (all subjects)
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Oswaal & Arihant PYQs
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CBSE official sample papers (cbseacademic.nic.in)
Forward-Looking Insight
This 10-day sprint does more than prep students for boards. It builds:
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Exam-day discipline
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Speed and accuracy for competitive exams (NEET, JEE)
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Confidence in answering structured questions under pressure
Top-performing students emphasize consistency, mock analysis, and mental readiness over long, unstructured study marathons.
