Writing Skills – Latest Syllabus (2025–2026)
Total Marks: 20 (Section B) • Word limit strictly followed • Format + Content + Accuracy
Priority Ranking – Most Important Writing Tasks
| Priority | Task | Marks | Most Repeated Question Types |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Notice Writing | 4 marks | School/college notice (lost & found, event, meeting, trial camps) |
| 2 | Formal Letter (Application / Editorial / Enquiry / Complaint) | 6 marks | Application to Principal, Letter to Editor, Complaint about facilities |
| 3 | Report Writing | 6 marks | School event, accident, survey report, annual day |
| 4 | Article Writing | 6 marks | Environmental issues, health, education, social problems |
| 5 | Invitation / Reply to Invitation | 4 marks | Invitation card, formal reply, acceptance / regret |
| 6 | Poster Making | 4 marks | Awareness poster (save water, anti-drugs, blood donation) |
Important Formats with Examples
1. Notice Writing (4 marks)
Format
SCHOOL / COLLEGE NAME
NOTICE
Date: 15 March 2026
Heading: e.g., BLOOD DONATION CAMP
Body (50–60 words):
• What: Blood Donation Camp
• When: 20 March 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Where: School Auditorium
• Who can participate: Students above 18 years
• Contact: Mr. XYZ (Coordinator) – 9876543210
Issued by:
XYZ
Head Boy / Cultural Secretary
2. Formal Letter – Application to Principal (6 marks)
Format
Sender's Address
Date
The Principal
XYZ School
City – PIN
Subject: Application for Leave / Fee Concession / etc.
Respected Sir/Madam,
Body (120–150 words):
• Introduction (purpose)
• Main content (details, reason, request)
• Conclusion (thanking, hope for positive response)
Thanking you,
Yours obediently,
XYZ
Class XII-A
Roll No. 25
3. Report Writing (6 marks)
Format
REPORT
Annual Sports Day Celebration
XYZ School, Gorakhpur
15 March 2026
Introduction:
The Annual Sports Day was held on 14 March 2026…
Body:
• Chief Guest arrival
• Events (100m race, tug-of-war, etc.)
• Prize distribution
• Vote of thanks
Conclusion:
The event was a grand success and promoted sportsmanship.
Reported by:
XYZ
Class XII
4. Article Writing (6 marks)
Format
Title: e.g., The Menace of Plastic Pollution
By XYZ, Class XII
Introduction (40–50 words):
Plastic pollution has become a global crisis…
Body (80–100 words):
• Causes (single-use plastic, improper disposal)
• Effects (marine life, health hazards, environment)
• Solutions (reduce, reuse, recycle, ban)
Conclusion (30–40 words):
Collective effort is needed to save our planet.
Exam Strategy – Writing Skills (2026 Boards)
- Most repeated tasks: Notice (4), Letter to Editor / Principal (6), Report (6), Article (6)
- Format marks: Always follow correct format strictly (heading, date, subject, salutation, subscription)
- Word limit: Notice – 50 words, Letter/Article/Report – 120–150 words
- Content tip: Use formal language, no contractions, clear paragraphs, relevant points
- Time: 20–25 minutes for 10-mark question, 15 min for 6-mark
- Practice: Write at least 2 full formats daily from past 5 years papers
This guide covers the complete Writing Skills section as per current syllabus.
Best of luck for your CBSE Class 12 English Board Exam 2026!