The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) has taken a significant step to aid student preparation by officially releasing the model question papers for the 2026 board examinations. These crucial documents for both Class 10 (High School) and Class 12 (Intermediate) are now accessible for download on the board's portal, upmsp.edu.in. This initiative is designed to give students a transparent preview of the examination structure well ahead of the scheduled tests in February to March 2026.
Major Shift in UP Board Class 10 Exam Format
A key highlight of the release is the introduction of a revised examination pattern for Class 10 students. The model papers confirm a significant structural change, moving to a hybrid format that combines objective and descriptive assessment methods.
The new question paper will be divided into two distinct parts. Part A will consist of 20 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), each worth one mark. Students must mark their answers on an OMR sheet using a blue or black ballpoint pen, with strict instructions against using erasers or whiteners.
Part B will contain descriptive questions totalling 50 marks. This section will include a mix of very short, short, and long-answer type questions. Each question clearly indicates the number of sub-parts to be attempted. The total duration for each paper remains 3 hours and 15 minutes.
Class 12 Model Papers for All Streams Released
For Intermediate students, the UPMSP has released subject-wise model papers for the 2025-26 academic session. These papers cover all streams—Science, Commerce, and Humanities (Arts). The model papers serve as an essential resource, providing insights into the expected question patterns, marking distribution, and the overall framework of the upcoming board exams.
Students can download these PDFs to analyse the weightage of different topics and understand the typology of questions that may appear in the final examination.
How to Access and Utilise the UPMSP Model Papers
Accessing these preparatory tools is a straightforward process designed for student convenience. The model papers are hosted in a dedicated section on the official website.
Steps for students:
- Visit the official UPMSP website at upmsp.edu.in.
- Navigate to the 'Model Paper 2026' section.
- Select and download the subject-wise PDFs for your class (10 or 12).
Once downloaded, students are advised to use these papers strategically. They are perfect for conducting timed, full-length practice sessions to build exam stamina. Analysing the papers helps in planning a targeted study schedule, focusing separately on MCQ-solving speed and descriptive answer writing skills. The papers also clarify instructions regarding the use of OMR sheets, preventing procedural errors during the actual exam.
This proactive move by the Uttar Pradesh board is part of a broader effort to familiarise students with revised patterns and reduce exam-related anxiety. By offering a clear blueprint of the 2026 papers, the UPMSP empowers millions of students across the state to structure their preparation more effectively and approach the board exams with greater confidence.
