{"id":296564,"date":"2026-02-18T13:26:45","date_gmt":"2026-02-18T07:56:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/blog\/?p=296564"},"modified":"2026-02-18T13:26:45","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T07:56:45","slug":"cbse-class-12-physics-answer-writing-tips-as-per-on-screen-marking-scheme","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/blog\/cbse-class-12-physics-answer-writing-tips-as-per-on-screen-marking-scheme\/","title":{"rendered":"CBSE Class 12 Physics Answer Writing Tips as per On-Screen Marking Scheme"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Physics exam, as you already know, does not spare you if you know the answer but fail to present it properly. In 2026, that matters even more because your answer sheet will be scanned and evaluated digitally under the On-Screen Marking (OSM) system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no room for messy steps, unclear diagrams, or half-written derivations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re appearing for the CBSE Class 12 Physics exam on 20 February 2026 (10:30 AM \u2013 1:30 PM), this is your last-minute reality check.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First, Understand On-Screen Marking (OSM)<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From 2026, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CBSE Class 12 Physics answer<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> sheets will be scanned.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examiners will:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scroll through digital images<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">View one answer at a time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Evaluate step-wise<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s what changes for you:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Old Style Checking<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>On-Screen Marking<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examiner flips pages<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examiner scrolls scanned copy<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Context visible together<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Questions seen individually<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Messy writing is sometimes manageable<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blurry writing = lost marks<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manual totaling<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automated marking<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Translation?<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your handwriting is unclear, it may not be evaluated properly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you crowd answers, scanning may cut parts off.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is where <\/span><b>board exam presentation tips<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> become serious.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marking Scheme Breakdown (70 Marks Theory)<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding the pattern = half preparation.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Section<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Marks<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Focus<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A (MCQs + Assertion-Reason)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Concept clarity<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">B (2-mark)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Definitions, formulas<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">C (3-mark)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Numericals, short derivations<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">D (Case Study)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">E (5-mark)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full derivations<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The paper is structured. So your answers must be structured too.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Important Resources\u00a0for CBSE Board Class 12 Students<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"CBSE Class 12 Board Exam Preparation Resources\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/boards\/cbse-class-12\">CBSE Class 12 Board Exam Preparation Resources<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"CBSE Class 12 Date Sheet 2025-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/boards\/cbse-class-12-date-sheet\">CBSE Class 12 Date Sheet 2025-26<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"CBSE Class 12 Syllabus 2025-26 PDF\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/boards\/cbse-class-12-syllabus\">CBSE Class 12 Syllabus 2025-26 (All Subjects)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"CBSE Class 12 Mock Test Papers with Answers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/boards\/cbse-class-12-mock-test-paper-solutions\">CBSE Class 12 Mock Test Papers with Answers<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Write Answers for Maximum Marks<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s go section-wise.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Numericals: Step Marking Is Your Best Friend<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CBSE gives marks for steps, even if the final answer is wrong. Correct format for 3 or 5 mark numericals:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<h4><b>Working on Numericals<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Step 1:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Write the formula<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 2: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Write given values with units<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 3:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Substitute clearly<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 4:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Show calculation<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 5:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Final answer with correct unit (boxed)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never skip units. Never. If you write:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">V = IR<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But forget \u201cOhm\u201d or \u201cVolt\u201d, you lose marks. These are basic but powerful <\/span>exam tips for students<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> who want 90+.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Derivations: Structure = Marks<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For 5-mark derivations:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Break it like this:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Statement of law<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neat labeled diagram (if needed)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mathematical steps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Final expression (boxed)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Draw diagrams with a pencil and scale. Label clearly. If a ray diagram doesn\u2019t have arrows, it looks incomplete. Examiners award marks point-wise. So, help them see your points.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Case Study Questions (Section D)<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are test applications. 50% of the paper now focuses on competency-based questions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s how to handle them:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read the passage slowly<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identify concept<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply the formula logically<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Answer in complete sentences<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t copy blindly from the passage. Use physics language.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Example: Instead of writing \u201cBecause energy increases\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Write: \u201cDue to an increase in kinetic energy as per the conservation principle\u2026\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small difference. Big impact.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Section Discipline: Zero Tolerance<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is important. If your answer sheet has subject-wise sections:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physics answers must be written only in the Physics section.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you write in the wrong section, it may not be evaluated. Yes. Even if correct. Double-check the question number before starting.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Board Exam Presentation Tips (Very Important)<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under OSM, presentation matters more than ever. Here\u2019s how to stay safe:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Handwriting: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Write clearly, Avoid overwriting, Don\u2019t squeeze text<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Spacing: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leave space between answers and start each new answer on a fresh line<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Diagrams:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Pencil only; label all parts and use standard symbols for circuits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cancellation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you make a mistake, strike once neatly and don\u2019t scribble.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always remember, messy corrections look worse on scan.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time Management Strategy (3 Hours)<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time is physics, too. Manage it.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Section<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Suggested Time<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MCQs<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20 minutes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2-mark<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15 minutes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3-mark<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">35 minutes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Case Study<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20 minutes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5-mark<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">40 minutes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Review<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 minutes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep the last 10 minutes for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unit checking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Question numbering<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Final answer boxing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common Mistakes That Cost 5-8 Marks Easily<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s prevent silent damage.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Writing the formula after substitution<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skipping diagram<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Forgetting unit conversion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Writing theory for a numerical question<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not boxing final answer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tiny, cramped handwriting<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are not knowledge mistakes. These are execution mistakes. Avoid them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smart Preparation Before 20 February 2026<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>CBSE Class 12 Physics exam answer key<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will be released after the paper. But don\u2019t prepare for the answer key. Prepare for the examiner.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before exam day:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Revise all formulas daily<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice 2\u20133 previous year papers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time yourself strictly<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice neat answer formatting<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember: Class 12 has only one board attempt per academic year. Unlike Class 10, there\u2019s no second board option. So this is your moment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-Weightage Chapters to Prioritize<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus extra revision on:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Electrostatics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Current Electricity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Magnetic Effects<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EMI &amp; AC<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ray &amp; Wave Optics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modern Physics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Semiconductors<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most numericals and derivations come from here.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>CBSE Class 12 Exam Related Resources and Study Material<\/h2>\n<table border=\"1\" width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"8\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/blog\/score-90-percent-in-class-12-cbse-boards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Score 90% in Class 12 Board Exams<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/blog\/cbse-class-12-board-last-days-exam-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CBSE Class 12th Board Exam: Guide For Last Days Revision<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/blog\/cbse-exam-tips-smart-revision-plan-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CBSE Exam Tips: Smart Revision Plan to Maximize Preparation<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/blog\/cbse-class-12-exam-2026-subject-wise-important-topics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Class 12 Exam 2026: Subject-wise Important Topics<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/blog\/cbse-class-12-boards-2026-toppers-secrets-tips-must-study-topics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CBSE Class 12 Boards 2026: Toppers\u2019 Secrets, Tips &amp; Must-Study Topics<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/blog\/cbse-class-12-board-2026-subject-wise-quick-revision-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CBSE Class 12 Board 2026: Quick Subject-Wise Notes Tips<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/blog\/cbse-class-12-science-key-topics-study-hacks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CBSE 12th Class Science: Key Topics &amp; Study Hacks<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/blog\/complete-study-guide-for-cbse-class-12-science-english-maths-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CBSE 12th Science, English, Math: Complete Guide<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/blog\/top-cbse-class-12-subjects-to-score-higher\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Top CBSE Class 12 Subjects to Score Higher in Board Exams<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aakash.ac.in\/blog\/8-best-entrance-exam-tips-and-tricks-topper-strategy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">8 Best Effective Tips and Tricks for Entrance Exams (Topper Strategy)<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Final Expert Advice<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physics does not reward writing more. It rewards writing correctly and to the point. You need to write:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear formula<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear steps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear unit<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear diagram<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s it. You don\u2019t need dramatic English. There is a need for structured logic. And trust me: Examiners want to give marks. Make it easy for them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Does handwriting really matter in the 2026 Physics exam?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Because of On-Screen Marking. Blurry or cramped writing may not be evaluated properly. Clear handwriting protects your marks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Will I get marks if my final numerical answer is wrong?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, if your formula, substitution, and steps are correct. CBSE follows step marking in the Physics exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. When will the CBSE Class 12 Physics exam answer key be released?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The official question paper and answer key are usually released after the exam concludes. For 2026, the exam is scheduled on 20 February 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. What are the most important exam tips for students scoring above 90 in Physics?<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Write the formula first<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Show all steps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never skip units<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Draw neat diagrams<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leave space between answers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Review in the last 10 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simple habits. 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