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ISC Class 12 Syllabus: The syllabus forms the basic step for preparing for the board exam. The topics studied at this level are crucial for students, as many of the entrance exams require a good understanding of the subjects. So students need to familiarise themselves with the ISC Class 12 syllabus and prepare for each topic in the syllabus properly. In this article, we have provided the Class 12 syllabus for all the subjects.
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The Indian School Certificate (ISC) annual exam is conducted for students enrolled in CISCE affiliated schools. Recently the board has reduced the ISC Class 12 syllabus as a result of the covid-19 related disruption. This step has been taken to reduce the load of students and provide them with enough time to prepare for the exam. The entire syllabus has been divided into Term 1 and Term 2. Continue reading to know more.
Before we move forward with the details of the exam and syllabus here is an overview of the exam:
| Name of Exam | Indian School Certificate (ISC) |
| Name of Board | Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) |
| Medium of Instruction | English |
| Grading System | Percentage/Marks |
| Official Website | cisce.org |
| Level of the Exam | National level |
| Mode of Registration | Offline via the School for Regular Students and Online for Private Students |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Class 12 Language Subjects | English, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, Sanskrit, Tamil, Malayalam, Urdu, Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi etc. |
| Class 12 Academic Subjects | Mathematics, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Studies, Social Studies, Economics, Accountancy, Political science etc. |
| Frequency of Exam | Once in a Year |
Textbooks are an essential part of ISC preparation. CISCE provides a list of standard books from which the schools can choose for teaching students. The council does not provide any textbooks. ISC board books will help students to prepare effectively for the upcoming board exam. The list of subject-wise ISC books for Class 12 are listed in the table below:
| Physics | (i) ISC Physics Book II for Class XII by P. Vivekanandan, D.K. Banerjee and Anand V. Karthik(ii) Nootan ISC Physics Class XII by Kumar.Mittal(iii) New Simplified Physics, For Class 12th by S. L. Arora |
| Chemistry | (i) Nootan ISC Chemistry for Class 12 by HC Srivastava(ii) S Chand ISC Chemistry for Class 12 by RD Madan and BS Bisht(iii) Physical and Inorganic Chemistry by KL Chugh |
| Biology | (i) S. Chand A Textbook of ISC Biology Class 12 by Sarita Aggarwal(ii) Nootan ISC Biology Class 12 by VK Singh and DK Jain |
| Mathematics | (i) S. Chand’s ISC Mathematics Class – XII by O.P. Malhotra, S.K. Gupta, Anubhuti Gangal(ii) ISC Mathematics Class 12 – R D Sharma ( Vol 1 & Vol 2) by R D Sharma(iii) Understanding I.S.C. Mathematics Class XII by M.L. Aggarwal |
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CISCE has reduced the syllabus of the main subject for ISC Class 12. The syllabus has been reduced keeping in mind the pandemic situation and difficulties faced by the students in completing the syllabus. The council has also divided the syllabus into two terms term 1 and term 2. Students can start their preparation by going through the syllabus available on this page for both terms.
The topics and chapters to be covered in ISC Class 12 Term-1 Chemistry examination are:
| S.No | UNIT | Periods | MARKS |
| 1 | Solid State | 8 | 10 |
| 2 | Solutions | 8 | |
| 3 | p-Block Elements | 7 | 10 |
| 4 | Haloalkanes and Haloarenes | 9 | |
| 5 | Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers | 9 | 15 |
| 6 | Biomolecules | 8 | |
| TOTAL | 49 | 35 |
The topics and chapters to be covered in ISC Class 12 Term-2 Chemistry examination are:
| S.No | UNIT | No. of Periods |
MARKS |
| 1 | Electrochemistry | 7 |
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| 2 | Chemical Kinetics | 5 | |
| 3 | Surface Chemistry | 5 | |
| 4 | d-andI-Block Elements | 7 |
9
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| 5 | Coordination Compounds | 8 | |
| 6 | Aldehydes,Ketones and Carboxylic Acids | 10 |
13
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| 7 | Amines | 7 | |
| TOTAL | 49 | 35 |
The topics and chapters to be covered in ISC Class 12 Physics Term-1 examination are:
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Unit No. |
Name of Unit |
No. of Periods |
Marks |
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Unit–I |
Electrostatics |
23 |
17 |
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Chapter–1: Electric Charges and Fields |
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Chapter–2: Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance |
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Unit-II |
Current Electricity |
15 |
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Chapter–3: Current Electricity |
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Unit-III |
Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism |
16 |
18 |
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Chapter–4: Moving Charges and Magnetism |
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Chapter–5: Magnetism and Matter |
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Unit-IV |
Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents |
19 |
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Chapter–6: Electromagnetic Induction |
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Chapter–7: Alternating Current |
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Total |
73 |
35 |
The topics and chapters to be covered in ISC Class 12 Physics Term-2 examination are:
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Unit No. |
Name of Unit |
No. of Periods |
Marks |
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Unit–V |
Electromagnetic Waves |
2 |
17 |
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Chapter–8: Electromagnetic Waves |
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Unit–VI |
Optics |
18 |
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Chapter–9: Ray Optics and Optical Instruments |
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Chapter–10: Wave Optics |
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Unit–VII |
Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter |
7 |
11 |
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Chapter–11: Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter |
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Unit–VIII |
Atoms and Nuclei |
11 |
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Chapter–12: Atoms |
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Chapter–13: Nuclei |
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Unit–IX |
Electronic Devices |
7 |
7 |
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Chapter–14: Semiconductor Electronics: Materials, Devices and Simple Circuits |
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Total |
45 |
35 |
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The topics and chapters to be covered in ISC Class 12 Biology examination are:
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Evaluation Scheme (Theory) |
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Units |
Term 1 |
Marks |
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VI |
Reproduction: Chapter – 2, 3 and 4 |
15 |
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VII |
Genetics and Evolution: Chapter – 5 and 6 |
20 |
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Units |
Term 2 |
Marks |
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VIII |
Biology and Human Welfare: Chapter – 8 and 10 |
14 |
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IX |
Biotechnology and its Applications: Chapter – 11 and 12 |
11 |
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X |
Ecology and Environment: Chapter – 13 and 15 |
10 |
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Total Theory (Term – I and Term – II) |
70 |
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The topics and chapters to be covered in ISC Class 12 Maths Term-1 examination are:
| No. | Units | Marks |
| I. | Relations and Functions | 8 |
| II. | Algebra | 10 |
| III. | Calculus | 17 |
| V. | Linear Programming | 5 |
| Total Theory | 40 | |
| Internal Assessment | 10 | |
| Grand Total | 50 |
The topics and chapters to be covered in ISC Class 12 Chemistry Term-2 examination are:
| No. | Units | Marks |
| III. | Calculus | 18 |
| IV. | Vectors and Three-Dimensional Geometry | 14 |
| V. | Probability | 8 |
| Total Theory | 40 | |
| Internal Assessment | 10 | |
| Grand Total | 50 |
The topics and chapters to be covered in ISC Class 12 English examination are:
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BIFURCATED SYLLABUS |
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Semester I (40 Marks) |
Semester II (40 Marks) |
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English Paper 1 – Language |
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Comprehension |
Composition |
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Grammar |
Directed Writing |
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Proposal Writing |
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Semester I (40 Marks) |
Semester II (40 Marks) |
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English Paper 2 – Literature in English |
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Textbook |
Topic |
Textbook |
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1. The Tempest: William Shakespeare |
Act 3 |
1. The Tempest: William Shakespeare |
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2. Echoes: A Collection of ISC Short Stories |
1. To Build a Fire – Jack London 2. The Story of an Hour – Kate Chopin |
2. Echoes: A Collection of ISC Short Stories |
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3. Reverie: A Collection of ISC Poems |
1. The Darkling Thrush – Thomas Hardy 2. Birches – Robert Frost 3. Crossing the Bar – Alfred, Lord Tennyson |
3. Reverie: A Collection of ISC Poems |
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INTERNAL ASSESSMENT |
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10 Marks |
10 Marks |
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Below here we have provided the syllabus for other remaining subjects and students can download specific subject PDFs from the table:
Practicals are also conducted for select subjects in ISC Class 12 exam for 15 marks. You can check the syllabus for ISC practical exams here:
| ISC Class 12 Physics Practical 2025 Syllabus PDF |
| ISC Class 12 Chemistry Practical 2025 Syllabus PDF |
| ISC Class 12 Biology Practical 2025 Syllabus PDF |
The ISC 2025 exam pattern will help students understand the marking scheme, paper pattern, and types of questions asked in the exam. Students can also learn how to manage their time effectively in the exam. We have provided the exam pattern of ISC Class 12 for different subjects in the table below:
| Subject | Types of Questions Asked | Total Marks | Duration |
| English Paper 1 | Composition, directed writing, short answer questions based on grammar and comprehension | 80 | 3 hours |
| English Paper 2 | One textual question (compulsory) on the Shakespeare play/alternative prescribed play together with four other questions on at least three texts, which may include the Shakespeare play/alternative play. | 80 | 3 hours |
| Indian Languages | Composition, comprehension, grammar and questions from prescribed textbooks | 80 | 3 hours |
| Modern Foreign Languages | Short composition, passage, unseen passage and questions and prescribed textbooks | 80 | 3 hours |
| Classical Languages | Questions on grammar, unseen translation and translation from the prescribed textbooks | 80 | 3 hours |
| Elective English | Questions are based on prose, drama and poetry | 80 | 3 hours |
| Mathematics | Questions are asked from algebra, calculus, vectors, probability, and linear programming among others | 80 | 3 hours |
| Fashion Designing | Questions are based on definitions of fashion, design details, wardrobe planning, and designers | 70 | 3 hours |
| Electricity and Electronics | Compulsory short answer questions and long questions. The topics are based on the distribution of electric power, D.C. generator and motor, A.C. motor, wires, cables, and electrical wires. | 80 | 3 hours |
| Computer Science | Compulsory short answer questions and there are more sections, where questions are asked from Boolean Algebra, Computer Hardware, Implementation of algorithms to solve problems, etc. | 70 | 3 hours |
| Geometrical and Mechanical Drawing | Candidates are required to answer all questions. The preparation of working drawings and assemblies from dimensioned sketches based on the following- fastening (nuts, bolts, studs, keys, cotters, pins, locking devices), rigid and flexible joints, screw threads wheels and transmission of motion and power | 80 | 3 hours |
| Music | The syllabus is divided into three parts Vocal, Instrumental and Tabla. Candidates need to choose one of them | 70 | 3 hours |
| History | Compulsory short answer questions and there are more sections, where questions are asked from Word War II, De-colonisation – in Asia (China), Protest Movements etc. | 80 | 3 hours |
| Political Science | The theory paper is divided into two parts. The first mark includes questions of 20 marks and the second part consists of 60 marks. | 80 | 3 hours |
| Geography | Questions are divided into 3 sections with each section including brief answer type questions | 70 | 3 hours |
| Psychology | Compulsory short answer questions and there are more sections, where questions are asked from intelligence and ability, psychological Disorders and psychotherapy, social thought and social behaviour etc. | 70 | 3 hours |
| Sociology | Compulsory short questions answer and other questions are based on social institutions, political organisations, social change and development, etc. | 70 | 3 hours |
| Accounts | Compulsory short questions answer and other questions are based on Database Management System (DBMS), Ratio Analysis, etc. | 80 | 3 hours |
| Commerce | Compulsory short questions answer and other questions are based on Business Environment, Marketing, Financing, Management, etc. | 80 | 3 hours |
| Physical Education | The theory paper is divided into two sections A and B. Candidates are required to answer five questions out of seven from Section A, each carrying 8 marks. Section B is based on questions on major games in the syllabus. | 70 | 3 hours |
| Biotechnology | The questions are asked from Cell Culture Technology and Bioinformatics chapters | 70 | 3 hours |
| Mass Media and Communication | The questions are in form of multiple choices, true/false questions and brief answers from the syllabus topics | 70 | 3 hours |
| Hospitality Management | The question paper is divided into three sections of multiple choices questions, and brief answers from the syllabus topics | 70 | 3 hours |
| Legal Studies | The theory paper has two parts, one of 20 marks and the other of 50 marks. All include theory questions from syllabus topics. | 70 | 3 hours |
| Environmental Science | Compulsory short questions answer and other questions are based on human beings and nature, population and conservation ecology and monitoring population | 70 | 3 hours |
Students can perform virtual experiments on the Embibe Lab Experiments app for ISC Class 12 Physics, Chemistry and Biology. They can watch introductory videos, perform the practicals and take evaluation tests for thorough preparation on the practical topic. They can start doing the experiments by downloading the app and signing-up for.
Students can perform virtual experiments for the ISC Class 12 Physics topics here. Click on the links below to access the Embibe Lab Experiments.
| Sr. No. | Topic | Embibe Lab Experiment Link |
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| 1 | Convert Given Galvanometer Into a Voltmeter | Start Experiment |
| 2 | Tracing the Path of a Light Ray through Glass Slab | Start Experiment |
| 3 | Characteristic Curve of a Zener Diode | Start Experiment |
| 4 | Image of an Object Beyond C by a Concave Mirror | Start Experiment |
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The best way to learn a practical topic is to do it on one’s own. Students can safely perform virtual experiments for ISC Class 12 Chemistry topics on the Embibe Lab Experiments app for.
| Sr. No. | Topic | Embibe Lab Experiment Link |
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| 1 | Identify the Alcohol Group in Organic Compounds | Start Experiment |
| 2 | Chromatography: Separation of Cations | Start Experiment |
| 3 | Amino Group in Organic Compounds | Start Experiment |
| 4 | Electrolysis of Water | Start Experiment |
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| Sr. No. | Topic | Embibe Lab Experiment Link |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nucleic Acid Staining | Start Experiment |
| 2 | Importance of Pedigree Analysis | Start Experiment |
| 3 | Activity on Controlled Pollination | Start Experiment |
| 4 | Test the pH of Different Solid Samples | Start Experiment |
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Here we are providing a few commonly asked questions that students can go through and get answers to:
Q.1: Is ISC Class 12 syllabus reduced for 2024-25?
Ans: Yes, the CISCE board has reduced the syllabus to compensate for the loss caused due to the covid-19 pandemic.
Q.2: Are ISC Class 12 board exams tough?
Ans: The ISC English board is considered tougher as compared to other boards but the core subjects are more or less similar. As far as the syllabus is concerned it is not much different from CBSE and scoring marks is easier in ISC Class 12 as the checking is a bit lenient.
Q.3: Where can I download the previous year’s papers for ISC Class 12 preparations?
Ans: Students can download the previous year’s papers for ISC Class 12 from Embibe.
Q.4: What is ISC Class 12 exam pattern?
Ans: The ISC Class 12 Term 1 exams will include only multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and will be held offline. Term 2 exams will include objective and subjective questions. The duration of all exams of semester 1 is 1.5 hours.
Q.5: How can I score well in the ISC Class 12 board exams?
Ans: It is advisable for the students to create a timetable and go through the syllabus properly so that they have enough time to revised before the exam. They should also solve previous year’s question papers to get a clear idea of the exam pattern as well as the types of questions asked in the exam.
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