Download sample papers for Class 3 to 12 free as PDFs – for every school exam (periodic test, mid term, half yearly, pre-board and annual exam) and for every board (CBSE, ICSE and all state boards). Pick the exam, then your class and subject.
Sample Papers – Exam-wise, Class-wise and Board-wise
Choose an exam to see the class-wise papers, or go straight to your class or your board.
Which Sample Papers Should You Solve?
| Exam | When | Syllabus covered |
|---|---|---|
| Periodic Test | Through the session – usually July, September, November and January | The chapters taught in the last 6–8 weeks |
| Mid Term | September–October | The first half of the syllabus |
| Half Yearly | September–October (some states hold it in December) | The syllabus taught from April to September |
| Pre-Board | December–January, before the board exams | The full board syllabus, on the board paper pattern |
| Annual | February–March | The full syllabus of the class (or the second term) |
How to Use Sample Papers
- Pick the exam you are preparing for – the paper pattern and syllabus differ for each.
- Solve one paper in one sitting with a timer.
- Check your answers with the textbook and mark the mistakes.
- Revise the weak chapters, then solve the next paper.
Sample Papers – FAQs
Are these sample papers free?
Yes. Every PDF on these pages is free to read and download.
Which classes are covered?
Class 3 to Class 12 – see the class-wise list above.
Are these sample papers for CBSE or state boards?
Both. School exam papers (periodic test, mid term, half yearly, annual) follow the NCERT syllabus and are useful for CBSE, KVS and state board schools; the board-wise links take you to papers of a particular board.
Where are the board exam papers?
Open your board from the board-wise list – it has the Class 10 and 12 board exam papers.