Class 12 Writing Section Notes: CBSE English Core Formats, Samples and Tips (2026-27)

In CBSE Class 12 English Core, the writing section tests whether you can use the correct format, organise ideas and write accurate English within a fixed word limit. These Class 12 writing section notes follow the current CBSE syllabus and give a format and a sample answer for each task. Every sample is written within the prescribed word limit, so you can use these class 12 writing section notes as a model for your own practice.

Class 12 Writing Section Notes: Marks and Word Limits

Section B of the English Core paper (subject code 301) is Creative Writing Skills for 18 marks. In each question, you attempt one out of the two given options.

Check the latest syllabus and sample paper on CBSE’s official website before the exam, because the board can change the pattern.

Class 12 Writing Section Notes: Notice Writing

Notice writing is the first task in the class 12 writing section notes, and it is the easiest to score in. A notice is a short, formal announcement for a specific group of people.

Format

1. Name of the issuing authority (school or organisation)
2. The word NOTICE, centred
3. Date
4. Title or heading
5. Body, in up to 50 words
6. Name and designation of the writer

Body should answer: what, when, where, who may take part, and whom to contact.

Sample notice (body: 48 words)

GREEN VALLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL, JAIPUR
NOTICE
12 March 2026

Inter-House Debate Competition

All students of Classes XI and XII are informed that an inter-house debate competition on ‘Social Media: Boon or Bane?’ will be held on 25 March 2026 at 10 a.m. in the school auditorium. Interested students may give their names to Ms Rekha Sharma by 18 March.

Neha Verma
Head Girl

Tips: Use the third person and the passive voice, put the notice in a box and give the contact person. Use only the name and designation given in the question. Never use your own name.

Class 12 Writing Section Notes: Invitation and Reply

Invitation and reply is the second task in the class 12 writing section notes. You may get a formal or an informal invitation, or a reply to one, in up to 50 words.

Formal invitation: written in the third person, usually in a box. Include the host, occasion, date, time, venue and RSVP.

Sample formal invitation (body: 41 words)

The Principal and staff of Green Valley Public School
request the pleasure of your company at the
Annual Day Function
on 20 March 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in the school auditorium.
Chief Guest: Dr S. K. Rao
RSVP: School Office

Sample informal invitation (body: 35 words)

Dear Rohan,

My sister’s engagement ceremony will be held at our home on 5 April at 6 p.m. We would love to have you with us. Please come early and join the fun.

Yours,
Aman

Reply (formal acceptance): Write a reply in the format given in your latest CBSE sample paper. This sample uses the formal letter layout: sender’s address, date, receiver’s address, subject, salutation, body and complimentary close.

Sample reply (body: 36 words)

[Sender’s address]
15 March 2026

The Principal
Green Valley Public School, Jaipur

Subject: Acceptance of invitation to the Annual Day Function

Respected Madam,

Thank you for your kind invitation to the Annual Day Function on 20 March 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in the school auditorium. I am pleased to accept it and look forward to attending the programme.

Yours sincerely,
Meera Joshi

Tips: Mention the event, date, time and venue in the reply. To decline, give a short and polite reason.

Class 12 Writing Section Notes: Letter Writing

Letters are the first long task in the class 12 writing section notes. The letter question is either a letter to the editor or a job application with a bio-data or resume, in 120–150 words. CBSE has accepted both the traditional and the block formats of a formal letter in its published marking schemes. Use one format consistently.

Format of a formal letter

1. Sender’s address
2. Date
3. Receiver’s address
4. Subject line
5. Salutation (Sir/Madam)
6. Body in short paragraphs
7. Complimentary close (Yours sincerely or Yours faithfully)
8. Signature and name

Letter to the Editor

Use it to give an opinion or suggestion on an issue of public interest, such as pollution, traffic, health or education. Structure the body in three paragraphs: introduce the issue, explain the problem and its effects, then give solutions and appeal.

Sample letter to the editor (body: 126 words)

[Sender’s address]
10 March 2026

The Editor
The Daily Chronicle
Jaipur

Subject: Noise pollution near schools

Sir/Madam,

Through the columns of your newspaper, I would like to draw the attention of the authorities to the growing problem of noise pollution near schools in our city.

Loud horns, construction work and late-night loudspeakers disturb students during classes and while they study at home. Many students find it difficult to concentrate, and teachers have to raise their voices to be heard. Doctors also warn that continuous exposure to noise can cause stress, headaches and hearing problems.

I urge the traffic police to declare silence zones around schools and to enforce the ban on unnecessary honking. The municipal authorities should also regulate construction timings and the use of loudspeakers. Citizens, too, must cooperate by avoiding needless noise. I hope the authorities will act at the earliest.

Yours sincerely,
Sandeep Rawat

Useful phrases: I would like to draw the attention of the authorities to…; It is high time that…; I urge the authorities to…

Job Application with Resume

Write the application letter in the same formal format, with a subject line that names the post. The body has three parts: reference to the advertisement, qualifications and experience, and a request for an interview. Attach the resume.

Sample job application (body: 128 words)

[Sender’s address]
10 March 2026

The Manager
Bright Ideas Design Studio
Jaipur

Subject: Application for the post of Junior Graphic Designer

Sir/Madam,

With reference to your advertisement in a leading daily dated 5 March 2026, I wish to apply for the post of Junior Graphic Designer in your organisation.

I have passed Class XII from CBSE with 92% marks and completed a one-year diploma in Graphic Design from ABC Institute, Jaipur. During the course, I designed posters and logos for school events and completed a three-month internship with a local printing firm, where I worked with design software and handled client requirements. I have good communication skills, a creative approach and the ability to meet deadlines.

I assure you that I will work sincerely if given an opportunity. My resume is enclosed for your kind consideration. I would be grateful if you would grant me an interview at your convenience.

Yours faithfully,
Rahul Mehra
Enclosure: Resume

Resume (sample layout)

Class 12 Writing Section Notes: Article Writing

Article writing is the second long task in the class 12 writing section notes. An article presents your views on a topic, based on the verbal inputs in the question. It needs a title, a byline, and a body of an introduction, two or three paragraphs of explanation (causes, effects, examples) and a conclusion with solutions.

Sample article (body: 140 words)

Managing Screen Time: A Need of the Hour
By Raksha Sen

Smartphones, tablets and laptops have become a part of our daily lives. Online classes, games and social media keep young people glued to screens for hours. While technology helps us learn and connect, too much screen time is becoming a serious concern.

Excessive screen use causes eye strain, poor sleep and back pain. It also reduces physical activity and weakens face-to-face communication. Many students find it hard to concentrate on studies because of constant notifications.

The solution lies in self-discipline. We should fix limits for recreational screen time, take regular breaks and spend time outdoors. Parents and schools can guide children by setting clear rules and encouraging sports and hobbies.

Technology is a good servant but a bad master. If we use it wisely, it will help us grow; if we allow it to control us, it will harm us.

Tips: Use a catchy title, facts and examples, and a strong closing line. Use the byline name given in the question.

Class 12 Writing Section Notes: Report Writing

Report writing is the other option in the same question as the article in the class 12 writing section notes. A report is a factual account of an event that has already taken place. Use the past tense, the third person and a formal style. Do not give opinions.

Format: headline, byline, place and date, and the body (introduction with what, when and where; details; conclusion).

Sample report (body: 124 words)

Inter-School Quiz Competition Held at Green Valley School
By Staff Reporter

Jaipur, 14 March 2026

Green Valley Public School organised an inter-school quiz competition, ‘Know Your India’, in its auditorium on 12 March 2026. Teams from ten schools of the city participated.

The competition was inaugurated by the Principal, Mrs Sunita Rao, who welcomed the guests and encouraged the participants. The quiz had four rounds: general knowledge, history, science and a rapid-fire round. Quizmaster Mr Anil Kapoor conducted the event with great enthusiasm, and the audience also took part in a bonus round.

St Xavier’s School won the first prize, followed by Model Public School in second place. The winners received trophies and certificates from the chief guest, Dr R. K. Sharma, a retired professor. The programme ended with a vote of thanks by the Vice-Principal, Mr Mohan Lal.

Article and Report: What Is the Difference?

Tips to Score Well: Class 12 Writing Section Notes

• Follow the format strictly, because format marks are given separately.
• Read the question carefully and use all the cues given.
• Keep within the word limit. For notices and invitations, stay within 50 words.
• Plan your answer in a few lines before you begin.
• Write in short paragraphs and use linking words.
• Use only the names given in the question, and do not reveal your own identity.
• Proofread for spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Common Mistakes to Avoid in Class 12 Writing Section Notes

• Writing without the correct format, or missing parts such as the subject line or byline.
• Writing more or fewer words than the limit.
• Using informal language in a formal task.
• Giving opinions in a report, or facts without analysis in an article.
• Forgetting the date, the issuing authority or the contact details in a notice.
• Writing your own name or address instead of the names given in the question.

How to Prepare Class 12 Writing Section Notes for the Exam

1. Learn the format of each task from the table above.
2. Write one answer for each task every week, within the word limit and time.
3. Compare your answers with the samples on this page.
4. Practise previous years’ papers and CBSE sample papers.
5. Ask a teacher to check your format and expression.

CBSE Class 12 English Core Marking Scheme 2026-27

The class 12 writing section notes above match the marks below. English Core has three sections in the written paper of 80 marks, and the internal assessment carries 20 marks.

For the literature section, see eSaral’s NCERT Class 12 English book page with the Flamingo, Vistas and Kaleidoscope chapters.