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Key Facts: PSEB SS Commercial Art Exam

80 + 20

PSEB Senior Secondary Commercial Art Practical + INA mark split

PSEB Class 12 Scheme of Studies

Code 048

Commercial Art subject code on PSEB Senior Secondary materials

PSEB Scheme of Studies / syllabus

33%

Separate pass floor in Practical, INA, and aggregate

PSEB Class 12 Scheme of Studies

35 × 25 cm

Typical practical sheet size (about ¼ full paper) in 2025–26 syllabus

PSEB Class 12 Commercial Art syllabus 2025–26

English MCQ adaptation

This free local bank is not the official practical sheet or portfolio

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PSEB Senior Secondary Commercial Art is a Class 12 public-exam subject with Practical 80 + INA 20 (code 048; no Theory paper) and 33% pass separately in practical, INA, and aggregate. This free 2026 bank is an English MCQ study adaptation for layout, poster, typography, colour, and process knowledge supporting studio work — not the official practical sheet.

Sample PSEB SS Commercial Art Practice Questions

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1What is commercial art primarily concerned with?
A.Fine-art gallery pieces created only for personal expression
B.Visual design that promotes products, services, ideas, or events to an audience
C.Only architectural blueprints for building construction
D.Only pure mathematics diagrams without aesthetic intent
Explanation: Commercial art applies visual design skills to communicate commercial or social messages—ads, posters, packaging, covers, and logos—so that an audience notices and understands the intended purpose.
2According to the PSEB Class 12 Commercial Art 2025–26 syllabus, what approximate paper size is specified for layout and poster sheets?
A.A3 only (42 cm × 29.7 cm) with no other option
B.Full imperial sheet only (about 76 cm × 56 cm)
C.About one-fourth of a full sheet (35 cm × 25 cm)
D.Postcard size only (15 cm × 10 cm)
Explanation: The official 2025–26 PSEB Commercial Art syllabus lists paper size as about ¼ of a full sheet, given as 35 cm × 25 cm, for both Part I layout and Part II poster work.
3PSEB Senior Secondary Commercial Art (subject code 048) is officially marked as which split in the Class 12 Scheme of Studies?
A.Theory 70 + Practical 30
B.Theory 80 + INA 20
C.Practical 80 + INA 20 (no Theory column)
D.Theory 40 + Practical 40 + INA 20
Explanation: In the PSEB Class 12 Scheme of Studies, Commercial Art (048) shows Practical 80 and Project work/INA 20 for a total of 100, with no Theory marks column.
4Which set of colours is traditionally called the primary colours in pigment mixing for painting and commercial colour work?
A.Green, orange, and purple
B.Red, yellow, and blue
C.Black, white, and grey
D.Cyan only, without red or yellow
Explanation: In traditional subtractive pigment colour theory taught in school commercial art, the primaries are red, yellow, and blue; secondaries are mixed from pairs of primaries.
5What is a monogram in commercial art?
A.A full multi-page magazine layout only
B.A decorative mark formed from combined letters, usually initials
C.A photographic negative film strip
D.A type of printing press machine
Explanation: A monogram combines letters—typically a person’s or brand’s initials—into a single distinctive mark used on covers, stationery, packaging, and logos.
6In poster design, what is the main purpose of a short, strong slogan?
A.To hide the product so the viewer must guess
B.To state the core message quickly and memorably
C.To replace all images so no visual is needed
D.To fill empty space with random long paragraphs
Explanation: A slogan compresses the campaign message into a few words that can be read and remembered at a glance—essential on posters viewed from a distance or in passing.
7Which of the following best describes lettering as practised in Class 12 commercial art layout work?
A.Typing text only on a phone with no design planning
B.Hand-constructed or carefully planned letterforms arranged for clarity and style
C.Only photographing existing street signs without redesign
D.Only sewing fabric letters onto clothing
Explanation: Lettering in commercial art means designing and constructing letterforms—often by hand on the practical sheet—with attention to proportion, spacing, and style for titles and display text.
8Complementary colours sit where on a standard colour wheel?
A.Next to each other as analogous neighbours
B.Opposite each other on the wheel
C.Only in the greyscale strip outside the wheel
D.At exactly the same point as identical hues
Explanation: Complementary pairs (for example, red–green or blue–orange in common school wheels) are opposite each other; they create strong contrast when used together.
9What does visual hierarchy mean in a layout?
A.Making every element the same size and weight so nothing stands out
B.Arranging elements so the eye reads the most important information first
C.Using only one colour with no value change
D.Placing text only in the extreme corners regardless of content
Explanation: Visual hierarchy uses size, weight, colour, contrast, and position so viewers notice the headline or key image first, then supporting details.
10Warm colours in commercial design commonly include which group?
A.Blues and cool greens only
B.Reds, oranges, and yellows
C.Only pure black and pure white
D.Only metallic silver without hue
Explanation: Reds, oranges, and yellows are perceived as warm; they often suggest energy, urgency, or heat in advertising colour schemes.

About the PSEB SS Commercial Art Exam

Punjab Senior Secondary Commercial Art under PSEB covers Class 12 commercial design skills for layout and poster work. Core practical units include black-and-white lettering, colour magazine/book covers, simple monograms, subject-driven posters, and children’s book covers on approximately 35 cm × 25 cm sheets. Official assessment is Practical 80 + INA 20 (subject code 048; no Theory component). Pass requires 33% separately in Practical and INA and 33% aggregate per the Scheme of Studies. This free local bank provides English four-option MCQs on design, advertising, typography, colour theory, and process for revision; pair it with official syllabus PDFs, timed practical sheets, and INA work via pseb.ac.in — it is not a portfolio substitute.

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Assessment

PSEB Senior Secondary Commercial Art is a Class 12 subject under the Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (subject code 048) with Practical 80 + INA 20 = 100 and no Theory marks column in the Scheme of Studies. Official 2025–26 syllabus: Part I Layout Designing (lettering in black and white; magazine or book covers in colour; simple monograms; sheet about 35 cm × 25 cm) and Part II Poster Designing (posters on a given subject with related colours; children’s book covers in black-and-white or colour). English, Punjabi, and Hindi media may be available; this practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation. Confirm the current syllabus PDF, Scheme of Studies, and circulars on pseb.ac.in.

Time Limit

Practical as notified (no separate board theory paper)

Passing Score

33% separately in Practical and INA, and 33% in aggregate

Exam / Certification Fees

As notified by PSEB and paid through affiliated schools for regular and compartment/improvement sittings (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories).

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Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

~30% of this local bank

Layout Designing (Part I)

Lettering, magazine/book covers, monograms, and layout hierarchy.

~25% of this local bank

Poster Designing (Part II)

Subject posters, slogans, children’s covers, and impact colour.

~15% of this local bank

Typography and Lettering

Letter construction, spacing, classification, and display roles.

~15% of this local bank

Colour Theory and Application

Harmony schemes, contrast, warm/cool, commercial colour use.

~15% of this local bank

Design Principles, Advertising and Process

Composition principles, advertising goals, materials, and exam process.

Preparing for the PSEB SS Commercial Art Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 33% separately in Practical and INA, and 33% in aggregate
  • Assessment: PSEB Senior Secondary Commercial Art is a Class 12 subject under the Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (subject code 048) with Practical 80 + INA 20 = 100 and no Theory marks column in the Scheme of Studies. Official 2025–26 syllabus: Part I Layout Designing (lettering in black and white; magazine or book covers in colour; simple monograms; sheet about 35 cm × 25 cm) and Part II Poster Designing (posters on a given subject with related colours; children’s book covers in black-and-white or colour). English, Punjabi, and Hindi media may be available; this practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation. Confirm the current syllabus PDF, Scheme of Studies, and circulars on pseb.ac.in.
  • Time limit: Practical as notified (no separate board theory paper)
  • Exam / certification fees: As notified by PSEB and paid through affiliated schools for regular and compartment/improvement sittings (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories). Official sources

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PSEB SS Commercial Art: Suggested Study Strategy

1Practise black-and-white lettering with consistent baseline, x-height, and even inter-letter spacing before adding colour ornament.
2For monograms, start with 8–12 thumbnails combining initials; refine one strong mark that works small and large.
3On posters, plan hierarchy first (main headline → subtext → supporting visual) so colour never fights the message.
4Children’s book covers need clear focal character, high contrast, and age-appropriate colour — avoid overcrowded detail.
5Do not neglect INA (20) — pass requires 33% in Practical and INA as well as aggregate.
6Use current PSEB Class 12 Commercial Art syllabus and Scheme of Studies materials from pseb.ac.in; treat this MCQ bank as supporting theory only, not a portfolio substitute.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is PSEB Senior Secondary Commercial Art officially examined?

Commercial Art is examined under the Punjab Senior Secondary Certificate Examination as a Class 12 subject with Practical 80 marks and INA (project/internal) 20 marks (total 100). Subject code is 048. There is no Theory marks column for Commercial Art in the Scheme of Studies. Confirm the year’s syllabus PDF, Scheme of Studies, practical date sheet, and circulars on pseb.ac.in.

Is this practice bank the same format as the official Senior Secondary Commercial Art exam?

No. Official PSEB Class 12 Commercial Art is assessed through practical drawing sheets (layout lettering, covers, monograms, posters) and INA/project work. This bank is an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation for design, advertising, typography, colour theory, and process knowledge only — not an official practical simulation, portfolio, or sheet-marking rubric.

What syllabus does this bank follow?

It is aligned to PSEB Senior Secondary (Class 12) Commercial Art 2025–26 scope: Part I Layout Designing (lettering in black and white; magazine/book covers; simple monograms) and Part II Poster Designing (subject posters with related colours; children’s book covers), plus supporting colour theory, typography, design principles, and advertising process knowledge used in those practicals.

What is the pass mark for PSEB Senior Secondary Commercial Art?

Per the PSEB Class 12 Scheme of Studies, candidates must secure 33% separately in Practical and INA (project/internal), and 33% in the aggregate. Commercial Art (048) has no Theory component. Always verify the current PSEB Senior Secondary notification for exact criteria for your sitting.

What sheet size is used for PSEB Class 12 Commercial Art practicals?

The 2025–26 Commercial Art syllabus specifies paper size as about one-fourth of a full sheet (35 cm × 25 cm) for layout and poster work. Always confirm the current syllabus PDF and examiner instructions for your session.

Where should I check official syllabus and practical schedules?

Use the Punjab School Education Board website at pseb.ac.in for Class 12 syllabus entries (including Commercial Art code 048), Scheme of Studies, practical date sheets, and exam circulars. The Commercial Art syllabus PDF is published under PSEB static media for the session.