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CBSE class 12 Syllabus 2024-25: Updated Curriculum

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CBSE class 12 syllabus 2024-25 FREE PDF Download

CBSE announced the revised class 12 Syllabus at the start of the academic year 2024-25. This article lets Students access the class 12 syllabus 2024-25. The class 12 Syllabus 2024-25 will help students with exam preparations and different competitive exams. Students can check and download their CBSE class 12 Revised syllabus for all subjects and complete the curriculum here. 

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Table of Content
1. CBSE class 12 syllabus 2024-25 FREE PDF Download
2. Term wise Syllabus Links for class 12 CBSE 2024-25
3. Breakdown of The CBSE Class 12 Syllabus 2024-25
    3.1CBSE Class 12 Syllabus 2024-25: Science Stream
    3.2CBSE Class 12 Chemistry Syllabus 2024-25
    3.3 CBSE Class 12 Mathematics 2024-25
    3.4CBSE Class 12 Biology 2024-25 Syllabus
    3.5CBSE Class 12 English 2024-25
    3.6CBSE Class 12 Accountancy Syllabus 2024-25
    3.7CBSE Class 12 Business Studies Syllabus 2024-25
    3.8CBSE Class 12 Economics Syllabus 2024-25
    3.9CBSE Class 12 Applied Mathematics Syllabus 2024-25
4. CBSE Class 12 Syllabus 2024-25: Arts Stream
    4.1CBSE Class 12 Political Science Syllabus
    4.2CBSE Class 12 Geography Syllabus 2024-25
    4.3CBSE Class 12 History Syllabus 2024-25
    4.4CBSE Class 12 Physical Education Syllabus 2024-25
    4.5CBSE Class 12 Computer Science Syllabus 2024-25
5. Deleted Syllabus of Class 12 CBSE 2024-25 Subject-wise
6. How to Download the Syllabus of Class 12 CBSE 2024-25?
7. Features of CBSE Class 12 Syllabus 2024-25
8. Related Study Materials Links for Class 12
FAQs


The latest CBSE class 12 Syllabus, provided by Vedantu, contains comprehensive information about deleted chapters, related topics, weightage of marks, study materials, and feature details. Download the CBSE Syllabus 2024-25 from Vedantu in FREE PDF format. 


Term wise Syllabus Links for class 12 CBSE 2024-25

Here's a quick reference for the CBSE class 12 Term-wise Syllabus for the 2024-25 academic year:


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Breakdown of The CBSE Class 12 Syllabus 2024-25

Here’s a detailed breakdown of the CBSE class 12 Syllabus for the 2024-25 academic year:


CBSE Class 12 Syllabus 2024-25: Science Stream

The core subjects for the CBSE Class 12 Science Stream are Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology. In addition, English is a compulsory subject for all students, regardless of their stream.


Here is the detailed syllabus for each subject in the Science Stream, including the latest exam pattern and the distribution of marks by topic.


CBSE Class 12 Physics Syllabus 2024-25

Unit

Chapter No

Chapter Name

Marks

Electrostatics

Chapter 1

Electric Charges and Fields

16


Chapter 2

Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance


Current Electricity

Chapter 3

Current Electricity


Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism

Chapter 4

Moving Charges and Magnetism

17


Chapter 5

Magnetism and Matter

Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents

Chapter 6

Electromagnetic Induction


Chapter 7

Alternating Current

Electromagnetic Waves

Chapter 8

Electromagnetic Waves

18

Optics

Chapter 9

Ray Optics and Optical Instruments

Chapter 10

Wave Optics

Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter

Chapter 11

Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter

12

Atoms and Nuclei

Chapter 12

Atoms


7


Chapter 13

Nuclei

Electronic Devices

Chapter 14

Semiconductor Electronics: Materials, Devices, and Simple Circuits


CBSE Class 12 Physics Practical Marking Scheme

Particulars

Marks

Two experiments one from each section

7+7

Practical record (experiments and activities)

5

One activity from any section

3

Investigatory Project

3

Viva on experiments, activities, and project

5


CBSE Class 12 Physics Question Paper Pattern 2024-25

Section

Type of Questions

Number of Questions

Marks per Question

Total Marks

Section A

MCQs

18

1

18

Section B

Short Answer Type

7

2

14

Section C

Short Answer Type

5

3

15

Section D

Long Answer Type

3

5

15

Section E

Case-Study Based

2

4

8


CBSE Class 12 Chemistry Syllabus 2024-25

Chapter No

Chapter Name

Marks

1

Solutions

7

2

Electrochemistry

9

3

Chemical Kinetics

7

4

d and f-Block Elements

7

5

Coordination Compounds

7

6

Haloalkanes and Haloarenes

6

7

Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers

6

8

Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic Acids

8

9

Amines

6

10

Biomolecules

7


CBSE Class 12 Chemistry Practical Marking Scheme

Evaluation Scheme

Marks

Volumetric Analysis

8

Salt Analysis

8

Content-Based Experiment

6

Project Work

4

Class Record and VIVA

4


CBSE Class 12 Chemistry Question Paper Pattern 2024-25

Section

Type of Questions

Number of Questions

Marks per Question

Total Marks

Section A

MCQ

18

1

18

Section B

Very Short Answer Type

7

2

14

Section C

Short Answer Type

5

3

15

Section D

Case-based Questions

2

4

8

Section E

Long Answer Type

3

5

15


 CBSE Class 12 Mathematics 2024-25

Unit No

Unit Name

Chapter Name

Marks

1

Relation and Functions

Relations and Functions

8


Inverse Trigonometric Functions


2

Algebra

Matrices

10


Determinants

3

Calculus

Continuity and Differentiability

35



Applications of Derivatives


Integrals

Applications of the Integrals

Differential Equations

4

Vectors and Three-Dimensional Geometry

Vectors

14



Three-Dimensional Geometry

5

Linear Programming

Linear Programming

5

6

Probability

Probability

8


CBSE Class 12 Maths Internal Assessment

Particulars

Marks

Periodic Tests (Best 2 out of 3 tests conducted)

10 Marks

Mathematics Activities

10 Marks


CBSE Class 12 Maths Question Paper Pattern 2024-25

Section

Type of Questions

Number of Questions

Marks per Question

Total Marks

Section A

MCQ and Assertion-Reason Based

20 (18 MCQs and 2 Assertion-Reason Based)

1

20

Section B

Very Short Answer Type

5

2

10

Section C

Short Answer Type

6

3

18

Section D

Long Answer Type

4

5

20

Section E

Source-based/Case-based/Passage-based

3

4

12


CBSE Class 12 Biology 2024-25 Syllabus

Unit

Chapter

Marks

Reproduction

Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants

16


Human Reproduction


Reproductive Health

Genetics and Evolution

Principles of Inheritance and Variation

20


Molecular Basis of Inheritance


Evolution

Biology and Human Welfare

Human Health and Diseases

12


Microbes in Human Welfare

Biotechnology and its Applications

Biotechnology - Principles and Processes

12


Biotechnology and its Applications

Ecology and Environment

Organisms and Populations

10


Ecosystem

Biodiversity and its Conservation


CBSE Class 12 Biology Practical Marking Scheme

Evaluation Scheme

Marks

One Major Experiment

5

One Minor Experiment

4

Slide Preparation

5

Spotting

7

Practical Record + Viva Voce

4

Investigatory Project and its Project Record + Viva Voce

5


CBSE Class 12 Biology Question Paper Pattern 2024-25

Section

Type of Questions

Number of Questions

Marks per Question

Total Marks

Section A

MCQ

16

1

16

Section B

Very Short Answer Type

5

2

10

Section C

Short Answer Type

7

3

21

Section D

Case-based Questions

2

4

8

Section E

Long Answer Type

3

5

15


CBSE Class 12 English 2024-25

Section

Topics

Marks

Reading Section

2 unseen passages (one may be factual, descriptive, or literary, while the other will be case-based)

22 Marks

Writing

Notice, formal and informal invitations, letters, article, report writing

18 Marks

Literature

MCQs, objective, short, and long answer type questions from Flamingo and Vistas

40 Marks


CBSE Class 12 Accountancy Syllabus 2024-25

Part

Units

Marks

Part A

Accounting for Partnership Firms and Companies

Unit 1: Accounting for Partnership Firms

36


Unit 2: Accounting for Companies

24


Total


60

Part B

Financial Statement Analysis


Unit 3: Analysis of Financial Statements

12


Unit 4: Cash Flow Statement

8


Total


20

Part C

Project Work


Project File

12


Viva Voce

8


Total


20

OR

Part D

Computerized Accounting


Unit 4. Computerized Accounting

20



CBSE Class 12 Accountancy Question Paper Pattern 2024-25

Type of Questions

Question Numbers

1 Mark Questions

Ques. 1 to 16, 27, and 30

3 Mark Questions

Ques. 17 to 20, 31, and 32

4 Mark Questions

Ques. 21, 22, and 33

6 Mark Questions

Ques. 23 to 26, and 34


CBSE Class 12 Business Studies Syllabus 2024-25

Unit No.

Unit Name

Marks

Part A: Principles and Functions of Management

1

Nature and Significance of Management

16 Marks

2

Principles of Management

3

Business Environment

4

Planning

14 Marks

5

Organizing

6

Staffing

20 Marks

7

Directing

8

Controlling

Total


50 Marks

Part B: Business Finance and Marketing

9

Financial Management

15 Marks

10

Financial Markets


11

Marketing Management

15 Marks

12

Consumer Protection


Total


30 Marks

Part C: Project Work

1

Project (One)

20 Marks


CBSE Class 12 Business Studies Question Paper Pattern 2024-25

Type of Questions

Number of Questions

Total Marks

1 Mark Question

20

20

3 Marks Questions

4

12

4 Marks Questions

6

24

6 Marks Questions

4

24


CBSE Class 12 Economics Syllabus 2024-25

Units

Topic

Marks

Part A - Introductory Macroeconomics

National Income and Related Aggregates

10

Money and Banking

6

Determination of Income and Employment

12

Government Budget and the Economy

6

Balance of Payments

6

Part B - Indian Economic Development

Development Experience (1947-90) and Economic Reforms since 1991

12


Current Challenges Facing Indian Economy

20


Development Experience of India – A Comparison with Neighbours

8

Part C

Project Work

20


CBSE Class 12 Economics Question Paper Pattern 2024-25

Type of Questions

Number of Questions

Marks per Question

Total Marks

MCQs

20

1

20

Short Answer Questions

4

3

12

Short Answer Questions

6

4

24

Long Answer Questions

4

6

24


CBSE Class 12 Applied Mathematics Syllabus 2024-25

Unit No

Unit Name

Marks

I.

Numbers, Quantification, and Numerical Applications

11

II.

Algebra

10

III.

Calculus

15

IV.

Probability Distributions

10

V.

Inferential Statistics

5

VI.

Index Numbers and Time-Based Data

6

VII.

Financial Mathematics

15

VIII.

Linear Programming

8


CBSE Class 12 Syllabus 2024-25: Arts Stream

Part A - Contemporary World Politics

Chapter

Marks 

The End of Bipolarity

6

Contemporary Centres of Power

6

Contemporary South Asia

6

International Organizations

6

Security in the Contemporary World

6

Environment and Natural Resources

6

Globalisation

4

Total

40


Part B: Politics in India Since Independence

Chapter

Marks

Challenges of Nation-Building

6

Era of One-Party Dominance

4

Politics of Planned Development

2

India’s External Relations

6

Challenges to and Restoration of the Congress System

4

The Crisis of Democratic Order

4

Regional Aspirations

6

Recent Development in Indian Politics

8

Total

40


CBSE Class 12 Political Science Syllabus

CBSE Class 12 Political Science Question Paper Pattern 2024-25

Types of Questions

Number of Question

Marks per Question

Total Marks

Objective/MCQ

12

1

12

Short Answer Type I

6

2

12

Short Answer Type II

5

4

20

Passage/Map/Cartoon-based Questions

3

4

12

Long Answer Type

4

6

24


CBSE Class 12 Geography Syllabus 2024-25

Chapter

Marks

Human Geography

03

The World Population - Distribution, Density, and Growth

08

Human Development

Primary Activities

19

Secondary Activities

Tertiary and Quaternary Activities

Transport and Communication

International Trade

Map Work

05


CBSE Class 12 Geography Question Paper Pattern 2024-25

Type of Questions

Number of Questions

Marks per Question

Total Marks

MCQs

17

1

17

Very Short Answer

2

3

06

Short Answer Type

4

3

12

Long Answer Type

5

5

25

Map-Based Question

2

5

10


CBSE Class 12 History Syllabus 2024-25

Part

Theme

Marks

Themes in Indian History Part I

Bricks, Beads, and Bones: The Harappa Civilisation

25

Kings, Farmers, and Towns: Early States and Economies (c.600 BCE 600 CE)

Kingship, Caste and Class: Early Societies (c. 600 BCE 600 CE)

Thinkers, Beliefs and Buildings: Cultural Developments (c. 600 BCE 600 CE)

Themes in Indian History Part II

Through the Eyes of Travellers: Perceptions of Society (c. tenth to seventeenth centuries)

25

Bhakti-Sufi Traditions: Changes in Religious Beliefs and Devotional Texts (c. eighth to eighteenth centuries)

An Imperial Capital – Vijayanagar (c. fourteenth to sixteenth centuries)

Peasants, Zamindars and the States: Agrarian Society and the Mughal Empire (c. sixteenth-seventeenth centuries)

Themes in Indian History Part III

Colonialism and The Countryside: Exploring Official Archives

25

Rebels and Raj: 1857 Revolt and its Representations

Mahatma Gandhi and the National Movement: Civil Disobedience and Beyond

Framing of the Constitution: The Beginning of a New Era

Map Work

05


CBSE Class 12 History Question Paper Pattern 2024-25

Section

Type of Questions

Question Numbers

Marks per Question

Section A

MCQs

Ques. 1 to 21

01

Section B

Short Answer Type

Ques. 22 to 27

03

Section C

Long Answer Type

Ques. 28 to 30

08

Section D

Source-Based Questions

Ques. 31 to 33

04

Section E

Map-Based

Ques. 34

05


CBSE Class 12 Physical Education Syllabus 2024-25

Unit No

Unit Name

Marks

Unit 1

Management of Sporting Events

05 + 04b*

Unit 2

Children and Women in Sports

07

Unit 3

Yoga as Preventive Measure for Lifestyle Disease

06 + 01b*

Unit 4

Physical Education and Sports (for CWSN)

04 + 04b*

Unit 5

Sports and Nutrition

07

Unit 6

Test and Measurement in Sports

08

Unit 7

Physiology and Injuries in Sport

04 + 04b*

Unit 8

Biomechanics and Sports

10

Unit 9

Psychology and Sports

07

Unit 10

Training in Sports

09


Note: (b*) – Represent concept-based questions for visually impaired child.


CBSE Class 12 Physical Education Question Paper Pattern 2024-25

Section

Question No

Type of Questions

Marks per Question

Total Marks

Section A

Questions 1-18

MCQs

1

18

Section B

Questions 19-23

Very Short Answer Type

2

10

Section C

Questions 24-28

Short Answer Type

3

15

Section D

Questions 29-31

Case-Study Based

4

12

Section E

Questions 32-34

Long Answer Type

5

15


CBSE Class 12 Computer Science Syllabus 2024-25

Unit No

Unit Name

Marks

Unit I

Computational Thinking and Programming – 2

40

Unit II

Computer Networks

10

Unit III

Database Management

20


CBSE Class 12 Computer Science Question Paper Pattern 2024-25

Section

Type of Questions

Question Number

Marks per Question

Total Marks

Section A

MCQs

Questions 1-18

1

18

Section B

Very Short Answer Type

Questions 19-25

2

14

Section C

Short Answer Type

Questions 26-30

3

15

Section D

Long Answer Type

Questions 31-33

5

15

Section E

Short Answer Type

Questions 34-35

4

08


Deleted Syllabus of Class 12 CBSE 2024-25 Subject-wise

Get all the updates about the deleted syllabus of class 12 CBSE 2024-25 academic year. This information can help you prioritise your learning and prepare effectively for your exams.


Deleted Chapters for CBSE Class 12 (2024-2025)

Subject

Unit/Chapter

Topics Deleted

Mathematics

Chapter 3: Matrices

Properties of matrices


Chapter 7: Integrals

Applications of integrals in areas


Chapter 11: Three-dimensional Geometry

Direction cosines, and ratios


Chapter 13: Probability

Bayes’ theorem, and probability distribution

Chemistry

Unit IV: Surface Chemistry

Entire chapter


Unit V: General Principles and Processes

Entire chapter


Unit VI: p-Block Elements

Entire chapter


Unit XIV: Polymers

Entire chapter


Chapter XII: Organic Compounds

Cyanides and Isocyanides

History

Themes in Indian History Part-II

Chapter 9: The Mughal Court


Themes in Indian History Part-III

Chapter 10: Colonialism and Rural Society


Themes in Indian History Part-III

Chapter 12: Colonialism and Indian Towns


Themes in Indian History Part-III

Chapter 14: Partition through Oral Sources


Book 3

Page 297: Deccan Chittagong (Map)

Political Science

Part A: Contemporary World Politics

Chapter 1: The Cold War Era



Chapter 3: US Hegemony in World Politics

Part B: Politics in India since Independence

Chapter 2: Era of One-party Dominance


Chapter 3: Politics of Planned Development


Chapter 6: The Crisis of Democratic Order


Chapter 7: Rise of Popular Movements


Chapter 9: Recent Developments in Indian Politics

Psychology

Chapter 5: Therapeutic Approaches

Psychodynamic Therapy, Biomedical Therapy


Chapter 6: Attitude and Social Cognition

Social Cognition, Schemas and Stereotypes, Impression Formation


Behaviour in the Presence of Others, Pro-social Behaviour


Chapter 7: Social Influence and Group Processes

Conformity, Obedience, Compliance, Cooperation, Social Identity


Inter-group Conflicts, Conflict Resolution Strategies


Chapter 8: Psychology and Life

Entire chapter


Chapter 9: Developing Psychological Skills

Entire chapter


How to Download the Syllabus of Class 12 CBSE 2024-25?

Here's how to get the official study guide in just a few clicks:


  • Step 1: Go to Vedantu's official website.

  • Step 2: Look for a section called "Syllabus."

  • Step 3: Click on the tab that says "Syllabus 2024-25".

  • Step 4: Click on the Download Full PDF button.

  • Step 5: Find the PDF download for the syllabus.


Features of CBSE Class 12 Syllabus 2024-25

The CBSE syllabus class 12 that Vedantu provides for all the subjects has the following features:


  • The syllabus of class 12 CBSE has been updated for each subject according to the latest CBSE guidelines.

  • The syllabus is divided term-wise, so understanding it is easy. For instance, the CBSE syllabus class 12 for the first term is governed first, followed by the second term.

  • The CBSE syllabus 2024-25 class 12 that Vedantu provides discusses all the important aspects of the subject. 

  • Vedantu gives the Syllabus for FREE to all the students of the class 12 CBSE. 

  • Also, this CBSE class 12 syllabus 2024-25 is available for FREE download to the students in PDF format. At the same time, it is available for online viewing. 

  • The syllabus for all the subjects of CBSE class 12, Maths, Science, English, Hindi, and Social Science, is available for FREE download.


While the CBSE doesn't offer a term-wise breakdown for all subjects, students can access the complete syllabus. It allows you to plan your studies throughout the year strategically, identify key areas to focus on and prepare effectively for exams. The official 2024-25 academic year syllabus is typically released around September-October 2024. Keep checking the CBSE website for the latest updates!   


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FAQs on CBSE class 12 Syllabus 2024-25: Updated Curriculum

1. Will CBSE Board Exam 2024-25 Class 12 consist of any practical exams?

No, CBSE Board Exam 2024-25 class 12 will not include any practical exams. This can be considered a blessing, as many students would get nervous during practicals.

2. What is the duration of the Class 12 board exam?

The duration for CBSE Board Exam 2024-25 Class 12 is three hours per subject. Students must bear this in mind while practising mock tests, as it will help recreate the exam environment.

3. What is the weightage for the Class 12 board exam?

CBSE Board Exam Class 12 will consist of two sections namely business environment and practices(BEP) & management accounting having weightage 150 each carrying 100 marks in total with the duration of three hours per subject respectively.

4. Will CBSE Board Exam 2024-25 Class 12 consist of any sections?

Class 12 syllabus 2024-25 PDF will consist of four compulsory papers each carrying 100 marks with 90 minutes duration for every paper. CBSE has reduced 50 marks from section A (Physical Education) by reducing experimental questions so that students have sufficient time to solve theoretical question papers, which carry 200 marks with three hours’ duration. CBSE has also revised the old syllabus of biotechnology to ‘Microbes and Bioremediation’ which includes genetic engineering, recombinant DNA technology, synthetic biology etc.

5. What is the percentage of the syllabus of Class 12 board exam CBSE?

According to CBSE 70 per cent of the CBSE board exam 2024-25 Class XII syllabus will be from the CBSE Board Exam 2019, 20 percent of the CBSE board exam 2024-25 Class 12 syllabus is new and 30 percent of CBSE Board Exam 2024-25 Class 12 syllabus has been removed.

6. How is the Class 12 syllabus for CBSE structured for the academic year 2024-25, and what are the key differences between Term 1 and Term 2?

The Class 12 syllabus for 2024-25 is typically divided into Term 1 and Term 2, with each term covering specific sections of the syllabus. Term 1 usually includes the first half of the syllabus, focusing on foundational concepts, while Term 2 builds on this foundation with more advanced topics. Key differences include the depth of content and the focus on more complex concepts in Term 2.

7. What is the assessment pattern for each term in the CBSE Class 12 syllabus for 2024-25?

The assessment pattern generally includes internal assessments, term-end examinations, and practical exams. Term 1 assessments focus on the first half of the syllabus and are typically conducted as mid-term exams, while Term 2 assessments cover the latter half and include final exams. Internal assessments may include projects, presentations, and periodic tests.

8. Are there any changes to the core subjects like Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in the CBSE Class 12 syllabus for 2024-25?

Yes, there might be modifications in the syllabus content, exam pattern, or assessment criteria. For instance, the syllabus may have updated units, revised weightage for different topics, or changes in the practical component. Students should refer to the official CBSE curriculum document for the most accurate and detailed information.

9. How can students effectively manage their study time for the Term-wise syllabus in CBSE Class 12?

Effective time management involves creating a study plan that allocates specific time blocks for each subject based on the term-wise syllabus. Prioritize studying foundational concepts from Term 1 early on and gradually move towards more complex topics in Term 2. Regular revision, practice exams, and periodic self-assessment can also help in managing study time efficiently.

10. Will there be any changes in the format or number of questions in the board exams for CBSE Class 12 in 2024-25 compared to previous years?

There may be updates to the format or number of questions in the board exams based on the latest guidelines issued by CBSE. Class 12 syllabus 2024-25 PDF include variations in question types, distribution of marks, or the introduction of new question patterns. It is important for students to stay updated with the CBSE notifications and sample papers for the most accurate information.