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ISC Commerce Answer Key Unofficial 2026 LIVE Updates(OUT): Paper Solving Ends, Exam Analysis

Catch up with ISC Commerce Answer Key Unofficial 2026 LIVE Updates (Available After 5PM)to check detailed paper analysis, student reactions, and unofficial keys.

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Updated on - Feb 27, 2026 | 7:00:00 PM

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ISC Commerce Answer Key Unofficial 2026 LIVE Updates: The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations has concluded the Class 12 Commerce paper today, Feb 27, at 5 PM. According to the exam pattern, the Commerce paper was divided into three sections. Students have to answer a total of 80 marks, and the remaining 20 are allotted to project work or internal assessment. As the students leave the exam hall, our correspondent has recorded feedback and responses on the difficulty level of the paper. As per the initial reactions of the students, the paper was moderately difficult. Our subject-matter expert, Aryan, has provided unofficial answer keys for the objective-type questions. Stay tuned to ISC Commerce answer key unofficial 2026 LIVE updates!

ISC Commerce Answer Key Unofficial 2026(Available)

ISC Commerce unofficial answer keys 2026 have been prepared by our panel of subject-matter experts, as given in the table below. Students can compare their responses with the answer keys.

Questions	Answers
1) Tara Ltd provides medical insurance to all its employees as part of their compensation package. According to Maslow's theory, which one of the following needs of employees is fulfilled by Tara Ltd? a) Social b) Safety c) Esteem d) Physiological	b) Safety
2) The sales team at Nikhar Beauty observed a decline in customers' interest. The marketing manager adopted a creative approach; he designed a social media campaign.... Which aspect of the nature of management is evident in his campaigns? a) Management as a science b) Management as a profession c) Management as an art d) Management as a discipline	c) Management as an art
3) Libas is an omnichannel brand that manufactures, designs, and sells women's apparel through its website..... Identify different channels used by Libas P) Zero level Q) One level R) Two-level S) Three-level a) P and Q b) Q and R c) R and S d) Q and S	a) P and Q
4) Dairy Dream sells milk, cheese, and yogurt. It ensures the freshness of these items using the FIFO method of stock management......with reference to inventory management, identify elements of the marketing mix used a) Product mix b) Price mix c) Place mix d) Promotion mix	c) Place mix
5) Management at XYZ Ltd heavily invests in upgrading techniques of production. It conducts marketing research at regular intervals and discards obsolete technological products. Which of the following describes a management approach? a) It focuses only on cost reduction b) It aims to improve its public image c) It wants to stay ahead of its rivals d) It wants to lead the market with innovative products	d) It wants to lead the market with innovative products
6) Choose the correct Assertion and Reason. Assertion(A): Delegation of authority reduces the workload of managers Reason(R): It allows the managers to focus on strategic activities by assigning the routine work to subordinates.	a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion
7) With reference to Equity Share, choose the odd one out: a) Ownership securities b) Fixed dividend c) Share in residual profits d) Participation in management	b) Fixed dividend
8) State whether the following are true or false: a) As a function of management, planning increases the cost significantly as it involves research, analysis, and utilisation of manpower b) Critical point control narrows down focus and intervention to key result areas	a) True; b) True
9) In recent times, a software application has been developed that securely stores digital money.........what mode of digital banking is referred to?	e-wallet
10) Jasdeep purchased a new car worth Rs 9 lakhs and paid Rs 1 lakh to the car dealer. She asked him to......identify a short-term source of capital used by the car dealer	Customer advances
11) Study the relation between the first pair and complete the analogy: a) Luxury electronic watch: price skimming:: mass market consumer goods:________ b) Goods and services tax: economic environment::consumer protection act 2019:_____	a) Mass Pricing; b) legal environment
12) A cement manufacturing company plans to raise Rs 100 crores by offering Equity Shares to financial institutions Name the capital raising method considered by the cement manufacturing company.	Private placement
13) Given below is a poster put up in a library. Identify the type of plan depicted by it.	Rule
14) A couple sued an airline and its regional manager after they failed to allot them seats on a flight despite having paid extra for seat selection. The consumer court directed the airline to give a compensation of Rs 25,000 and a refund of seat selection charges to the couple. Name the consumer right exercised by the couple.	Right to Seek Redressal

Overview of ISC Commerce 2026 Exam Pattern

As per the updated syllabus, ISC Commerce 2026 questions will be framed from a total of 7 units. We have given a section-wise paper pattern for the reference of the students here:

Sections	Type of Questions	Total Marks
A	MCQ	16 marks
B	Short Answer Type	32 marks
C	Long Answer Type	32 marks

ISC Commerce Exam Paper 2026: Difficulty Level & Student Reactions

Our correspondents will collect reviews from students appearing for Commerce and provide details shortly.

Particulars	Details
Paper Difficulty Level	Moderate to Difficult
Student Reviews	Ahana says the paper was moderate. Abhishek found a few MCQs a bit tricky Ashi found the long answer questions lengthy
Toughest Section	Section B
Easiest Section	Section A
Was the Paper Lengthy?	Yes

Students are advised to keep a track of ISC Commerce answer key unofficial 2026 LIVE updates for student reviews, keys, and detailed paper analysis.

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February 27, 2026 | 07:00 PM IST

How was ISC Commerce 2026 paper?

According to student reactions and subject matter expert feedback, the overall paper was of a moderate level. The objective-type questions were easy; however, Section B was found to be a bit challenging as it focused on business studies and ethics.

February 27, 2026 | 05:40 PM IST

Amit says he can get 65+

According to Amit, the paper was of a moderate level; he is expecting a score of 65+.

February 27, 2026 | 05:20 PM IST

Arohi finds the paper moderately difficult

As recorded by our correspondent, Arohi from the New Delhi test centre, said that the questions were moderately difficult with a few tricky questions.

February 27, 2026 | 05:10 PM IST

Students leaving the exam hall

As updated by our correspondent, Anil, students are leaving the exam hall. We will soon share reactions and reviews of students concerning the exam.

February 27, 2026 | 05:00 PM IST

Exam Concludes!

ISC Commerce exam today, Feb 27, concludes at 5 PM. The invigilators have begun collecting answer scripts from the students.

February 27, 2026 | 04:40 PM IST

Last 15 to 20 minutes for rigorous revision!

Students should thoroughly check their answers and make sure they label diagrams and charts properly. They must also ensure no question remains unattempted.

February 27, 2026 | 04:00 PM IST

1 hour left to finish the paper!

Students should speed up, as only 1 hour is left for the exam to conclude. We advise students to take up the skipped difficult questions and complete them.

February 27, 2026 | 03:45 PM IST

How much time should be kept for revision?

We highly recommend that students keep at least 15 minutes to revise their answer script. They must check if they attempted all 13 questions.

February 27, 2026 | 03:15 PM IST

Do diagrams, charts, and tables matter in ISC Commerce paper?

Yes, diagrams, charts, and tables form a pivotal part of the Commerce paper, especially in Business Studies and Economics sections. Students need to represent complex data in a visually appealing manner to secure full marks.

February 27, 2026 | 03:00 PM IST

How to tackle challenging questions?

Skip the difficult ones and concentrate on easier questions
Leave the difficult question for later
Try adding short pointers in case you feel stuck

February 27, 2026 | 02:45 PM IST

Section-wise time management division

Students need to plan their time well among the three sections.

Section A- 35 to 40 minutes
Section B- 110 to 120 minutes
Section C- 15 to 20 minutes

February 27, 2026 | 02:30 PM IST

Are all the questions asked in ISC Commerce paper compulsory?

Yes, all thirteen questions in the Commerce paper will be compulsory. There will be internal choices given for short and long-answer type questions.

February 27, 2026 | 02:00 PM IST

Exam begins!

ISC commerce exam begins at 2 PM! Students were given 15 minutes to read the question paper. They can start writing the answers. Students are advised not to panic and attempt the ones they find easy.

February 27, 2026 | 01:45 PM IST

Exam paper distribution started!

As per the latest updates, the invigilators have begun distributing the question papers and OMR sheets to the students. Students can read the paper till 2 PM.

February 27, 2026 | 01:35 PM IST

Smart hacks to complete the Commerce paper 15 minutes early!

Students can follow these tips to complete their paper before time:

During question paper reading time, students should divide their time effectively.
Finish the MCQs and short-answer type questions first.
For numerical questions, allow more time.
Avoid writing unnecessary stories; instead, stick to concise answers.

February 27, 2026 | 01:30 PM IST

Question paper distribution time

The question papers will be distributed by the respective invigilators by 1:45 PM. Students will be given 15 minutes to read the question paper. Candidates must utilize reading time.

February 27, 2026 | 01:15 PM IST

What is the reporting of ISC Commerce exam 2026?

The students are required to reach their allotted test center by 1:30 PM. The gates will close at 1:45 PM, and after that, nobody will be allowed to enter the exam centre.

February 27, 2026 | 01:09 PM IST

Important topics to revise

Students can revise the following topics: