In short: CBSE has not released the 2027 date sheet, but last year's Class 12 exams began on February 17. This guide gives a 15-week plan from Monday, November 2 to Sunday, February 14 for Commerce students. Accountancy, Business Studies and Economics each carry 80 theory plus 20 project marks. In Accountancy, Partnership Firms carry 36 marks and Companies 24, with Analysis of Financial Statements 12 and Cash Flow 8. The plan assigns daily problem quotas for Accountancy, case-study practice for Business Studies, and numericals plus diagrams for Economics.
Last updated: October 28, 2026. Dates will be updated when CBSE publishes the official date sheet.
CBSE Class 12 Commerce 2027 — Quick Reference
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Date sheet | Not released as of October 28, 2026 |
| Last year's Class 12 exams | Started February 17, 2026 |
| Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics | 80 theory plus 20 project or internal each |
| English Core | 80 theory plus 20 internal |
| Question mix | 50% competency-based, 20% select response, 30% constructed response |
| Passing criteria | 33% separately in theory and in project or internal |
| Age of data | Unit marks below are from the 2026-27 syllabus coverage and our weightage guides |
Source: Jagran Josh. CBSE confirmed no change in the assessment scheme for 2026-27, as reported by Indian Express.
Where the Marks Are
Accountancy (80 marks)
| Part | Topic | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| A | Accounting for Partnership Firms | 36 |
| A | Accounting for Companies | 24 |
| B | Analysis of Financial Statements | 12 |
| B | Cash Flow Statement | 8 |
Sources: EdexLive, Indian Express. Part A carries 60 marks and Part B carries 20. See our Accountancy weightage guide.
Economics (80 marks)
| Part | Unit | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| A | National Income and Related Aggregates | 10 |
| A | Money and Banking | 6 |
| A | Determination of Income and Employment | 12 |
| A | Government Budget and the Economy | 6 |
| A | Balance of Payments | 6 |
| B | Development Experience (1947-90) and Economic Reforms since 1991 | 12 |
| B | Current Challenges Facing the Indian Economy | 20 |
| B | Development Experience of India — A Comparison with Neighbours | 8 |
Part A and Part B carry 40 marks each. See our Economics weightage guide.
Business Studies (80 marks)
Part A, Principles and Functions of Management, carries 50 marks. Part B, Business Finance and Marketing, carries 30 marks. The paper increasingly uses case-based questions where you must name the concept. See the Business Studies weightage guide and case study practice.
English Core and the sixth subject
English Core is 80 marks with 20 internal. For Maths or Informatics Practices, follow the subject's own pattern. See the English Core weightage guide.
Weekly Hours (Illustrative)
About 30 hours a week: 4 hours on weekdays after school, 5 on Saturday, 5 on Sunday.
| Subject | Hours per week |
|---|---|
| Accountancy | 8 |
| Economics | 7 |
| Business Studies | 6 |
| English Core | 4 |
| Sixth subject (Maths or IP) | 3 |
| Mistake notebook and mock analysis | 2 |
The Four Phases (15 Weeks)
| Phase | Weeks | Dates | Goal |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Complete and consolidate | 1 to 6 | Nov 2 to Dec 13 | Finish every chapter. Build formats and formula sheets |
| 2. Practise by topic | 7 to 10 | Dec 14 to Jan 10 | Problems, case studies, diagrams |
| 3. Full papers | 11 to 13 | Jan 11 to Jan 31 | Timed full papers. Finish the project files |
| 4. Final revision | 14 to 15 | Feb 1 to Feb 14 | Formats, ratios, definitions. Light revision |
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Week-by-Week Plan: Phase 1
| Week | Dates | Accountancy | Economics | Business Studies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nov 2 to 8 | Partnership: fundamentals, change in profit-sharing ratio | National Income concepts and numericals | Nature of Management, Principles of Management |
| 2 | Nov 9 to 15 | Admission of a Partner | Money and Banking | Business Environment, Planning |
| 3 | Nov 16 to 22 | Retirement and Death of a Partner | Income Determination: AD-AS, multiplier | Organising, Staffing |
| 4 | Nov 23 to 29 | Dissolution of a Firm | Government Budget, Balance of Payments | Directing: motivation, leadership, communication |
| 5 | Nov 30 to Dec 6 | Company Accounts: share capital | Development Experience and Reforms | Controlling, Financial Management |
| 6 | Dec 7 to 13 | Company Accounts: debentures. Financial statement analysis | Current Challenges, India vs neighbours | Financial Markets, Marketing, Consumer Protection |
Week-by-Week Plan: Phases 2 to 4
| Week | Dates | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | Dec 14 to 20 | Accountancy: 3 partnership problems a day. Economics: 20 numericals. BST: Part A case studies |
| 8 | Dec 21 to 27 | Accountancy: company accounts problems. Economics: AD-AS and budget diagrams. BST: Part B case studies |
| 9 | Dec 28 to Jan 3 | Accountancy: ratios and cash flow statements. Economics: Current Challenges data questions. English writing formats |
| 10 | Jan 4 to 10 | Section-wise sample papers for all subjects. Mark with the official marking scheme |
| 11 | Jan 11 to 17 | Full timed Accountancy paper, then Economics |
| 12 | Jan 18 to 24 | Full timed BST and English papers. Finish project files |
| 13 | Jan 25 to 31 | Alternate full papers. Fix the three weakest topics per subject |
| 14 | Feb 1 to 7 | Formats, ratios, Fayol's principles, Maslow, diagrams. Short daily slots |
| 15 | Feb 8 to 14 | Light revision from the mistake notebook. Stationery. Sleep |
Subject Tactics
Accountancy
| Tactic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Daily problem quota | Three problems a day from Phase 2. Accountancy rewards repetition |
| Show working notes | Marks are awarded for working notes even when a final figure is wrong |
| Balance sheet check | A balance sheet that does not tally loses marks. Verify totals |
| Cash Flow Statement | Practise at least one a week from Week 9. Our ratio and cash flow guide walks through the steps |
Use the important questions on partnership and company accounts for practice.
Business Studies
| Tactic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Name the concept | In a case study, state the principle or concept first, then link to the case |
| Flashcards | Fayol's 14 principles, Maslow's levels, marketing mix, types of plans |
| Point-wise answers | Write differences as numbered points in a table where asked |
Economics
| Tactic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Numericals | Practise the conversion chain for National Income and multiplier problems |
| Diagrams | Practise AD-AS, circular flow and foreign exchange diagrams. See the diagrams guide |
| Current Challenges | Use India-specific data and examples in 20-mark unit answers |
Project Work: 20 Marks Each
Accountancy, Business Studies and Economics carry 20 marks of project or internal assessment. Do not leave them to February. Our project work guide lists what each subject needs. Finish drafts by the end of Week 12.
Commerce After Class 12
Use the final weeks to plan CUET and college choices. See our CUET 2027 and boards preparation guide, the subject combination strategy and the Commerce complete guide.
Common Mistakes
| Mistake | Fix |
|---|---|
| Reading Accountancy instead of solving | Solve problems with a timer. Check against the solution afterwards |
| Memorising BST without examples | Attach one business example to every concept |
| Skipping Economics diagrams | A correct diagram earns marks even when the explanation is thin |
| Starting the project in February | Finish drafts in January |
| Ignoring the sixth subject | Maths or IP still counts toward your percentage |
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the CBSE Class 12 date sheet 2027 be released?
It had not been released as of October 28, 2026. Reports expected it between October 27 and 31. Last year's Class 12 exams started on February 17.
How many marks does Partnership Accounting carry in Class 12 Accountancy?
Accounting for Partnership Firms carries 36 marks and Accounting for Companies carries 24 marks in Part A. Part B carries 20 marks: 12 for Analysis of Financial Statements and 8 for the Cash Flow Statement.
How should I study for Business Studies in 100 days?
Cover Part A (50 marks) in the first four weeks, then Part B (30 marks). From Phase 2, spend half your time on case studies and naming concepts, since CBSE papers include case-based questions.
Is 100 days enough for Commerce?
Yes, if you practise daily. Commerce subjects respond well to repetition, especially Accountancy. About 30 hours a week for 15 weeks gives roughly 450 hours.
Which Economics unit carries the most marks?
Current Challenges Facing the Indian Economy carries 20 of 80 marks. Determination of Income and Employment carries 12, as does the Development Experience and Reforms unit.
Has the Commerce paper pattern changed?
No. CBSE said the question paper design and assessment pattern are unchanged for 2026-27.
Related Guides
- CBSE Class 12 Accountancy Chapter-Wise Marks Weightage 2027
- CBSE Class 12 Economics Chapter-Wise Weightage 2027
- CBSE Class 12 Business Studies Chapter-Wise Marks Weightage 2027
- How to Score 90% in CBSE Class 12 Commerce — Subject Wise
- CBSE Class 12 Board Exam Complete Strategy 2027
- CBSE Class 12 Accountancy Journal Entry Formats
Sources
- Jagran Josh: CBSE Class 12 exam pattern 2026-27
- EdexLive: Accountancy marks distribution 2027
- Indian Express: Accountancy prep tips and Part B marks
- Indian Express: no change in assessment scheme
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