SarkariResultHome.comCBSE Class 12 Physics Syllabus 2026
Written by Ketan on 17 Oct 2026 · Organisation: Central Board of Secondary Education · State: All India
The Class 12 Physics syllabus of Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is available on its official website. The official syllabus PDF is given in the Important Links table. Here is a simple guide to what to read and how to plan.
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CBSE Class 12 Physics Syllabus 2026: Exam Date & Pattern
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Class 12 Physics: What This Page Covers
Here you get the exam overview of Class 12 Physics, followed by the exam pattern and the topic lists, all in one place.
- First comes the exam overview: who conducts the exam, its level, mode, language and marking.
- Next are the pattern and subject-wise syllabus tables, with the marks, subject names and figures exactly as the source gives them.
- At the end you will find a preparation plan and the questions students ask most.
Class 12 Physics: Exam Overview
Central Board of Secondary Education is the organisation behind Class 12 Physics.
At a glance, the paper has marks: 100.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam name | CBSE Class 12 Board Examination |
| Conducted by | Central Board of Secondary Education |
| Marks | 100 |
| Subject | Physics |
| Subject Code | 042 |
| Academic Session | 2026–27 |
| Theory Marks | 70 |
| Practical Marks | 30 |
| Total Units | 9 |
| Total Chapters | 14 |
| Prescribed Book | NCERT Class 12 Physics Part I & II |
Class 12 Physics: Exam Overview
At a glance, the paper has time: 3 Hours.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Time allowed | 3 Hours |
| Theory Marks | 70 |
| Question Types | MCQs, case-based questions, short answer questions, long answer questions |
| Internal Choice | Available in selected questions |
Class 12 Physics: Exam Overview
At a glance, the paper has marks: 100.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Marks | 100 |
| Practical Exam | 30 |
Class 12 Physics: Unit-wise Weightage 2026–27
The table below gives the unit-wise weightage 2026–27 of Class 12 Physics, as it is given in the source.
| Unit | Unit Name | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Unit I | Electrostatics | 16* |
| Unit II | Current Electricity | |
| Unit III | Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism | 17* |
| Unit IV | Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Current | |
| Unit V | Electromagnetic Waves | 18* |
| Unit VI | Optics | |
| Unit VII | Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter | 12* |
| Unit VIII | Atoms and Nuclei | |
| Unit IX | Electronic Devices | 7 |
| Total | Theory | 70 |
Class 12 Physics: Unit-wise Weightage 2026–27
Keep these points in mind for Class 12 Physics.
- Units I and II = 16 marks
- Units III and IV = 17 marks
- Units V and VI = 18 marks
- Units VII and VIII = 12 marks
- Unit IX = 7 marks
Class 12 Physics: Chapter 1: Electric Charges and Fields
Keep these points in mind for Class 12 Physics.
- Electric charges
- Conservation of charge
- Coulomb’s law
- Superposition principle
- Electric field
- Electric field lines
- Electric dipole
- Torque on a dipole
- Electric flux
- Gauss’s theorem and its applications
Class 12 Physics: Chapter 2: Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance
Keep these points in mind for Class 12 Physics.
- Electric potential
- Potential difference
- Equipotential surfaces
- Electric potential energy
- Conductors and insulators
- Dielectrics
- Capacitors
- Combination of capacitors
- Parallel plate capacitor
- Energy stored in a capacitor
Class 12 Physics: Chapter 3: Current Electricity
Keep these points in mind for Class 12 Physics.
- Electric current
- Drift velocity
- Mobility
- Ohm’s law
- V-I characteristics
- Electrical energy and power
- Resistivity and conductivity
- Temperature dependence of resistance
- EMF and potential difference
- Internal resistance of a cell
- Combination of cells
- Kirchhoff’s rules
- Wheatstone bridge
Class 12 Physics: Chapter 4: Moving Charges and Magnetism
The list below is for Class 12 Physics.
- Magnetic field
- Oersted’s experiment
- Biot-Savart law
- Ampere’s circuital law
- Force on a moving charge
- Lorentz force
- Force on a current-carrying conductor
- Torque on a current loop
- Moving coil galvanometer
- Conversion of galvanometer into ammeter and voltmeter
Class 12 Physics: Chapter 5: Magnetism and Matter
The list below is for Class 12 Physics.
- Bar magnet
- Magnetic field lines
- Magnetic dipole
- Magnetic properties of materials
- Paramagnetic substances
- Diamagnetic substances
- Ferromagnetic substances
- Magnetisation
- Effect of temperature on magnetic materials
Class 12 Physics: Chapter 6: Electromagnetic Induction
The list below is for Class 12 Physics.
- Electromagnetic induction
- Faraday’s laws
- Induced EMF
- Lenz’s law
- Self-induction
- Mutual induction
Class 12 Physics: Chapter 7: Alternating Current
The list below is for Class 12 Physics.
- Alternating current
- Peak value
- RMS value
- Reactance
- Impedance
- LCR series circuit
- Resonance
- Power factor
- AC generator
- Transformer
Class 12 Physics: Chapter 8: Electromagnetic Waves
Keep these points in mind for Class 12 Physics.
- Displacement current
- Electromagnetic waves
- Characteristics of electromagnetic waves
- Transverse nature of electromagnetic waves
- Electromagnetic spectrum
- Radio waves
- Microwaves
- Infrared rays
- Visible light
- Ultraviolet rays
- X-rays
- Gamma rays
- Applications of electromagnetic waves
Class 12 Physics: Chapter 9: Ray Optics and Optical Instruments
Keep these points in mind for Class 12 Physics.
- Reflection of light
- Spherical mirrors
- Mirror formula
- Refraction of light
- Total internal reflection
- Optical fibres
- Refraction at spherical surfaces
- Thin lens formula
- Lens maker’s formula
- Power of a lens
- Combination of lenses
- Refraction through a prism
- Microscopes
- Astronomical telescopes
Class 12 Physics: Chapter 10: Wave Optics
Keep these points in mind for Class 12 Physics.
- Wavefront
- Huygens’ principle
- Reflection and refraction using wave theory
- Interference of light
- Young’s double slit experiment
- Fringe width
- Coherent sources
- Diffraction
- Width of central maxima
Class 12 Physics: Chapter 11: Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter
Keep these points in mind for Class 12 Physics.
- Dual nature of radiation
- Photoelectric effect
- Hertz and Lenard’s observations
- Einstein’s photoelectric equation
- Particle nature of light
- Experimental study of photoelectric effect
- Matter waves
- de Broglie relation
Class 12 Physics: Chapter 12: Atoms
Keep these points in mind for Class 12 Physics.
- Alpha particle scattering experiment
- Rutherford’s atomic model
- Bohr model of hydrogen atom
- Radius of electron orbit
- Velocity of electron
- Energy of electron
- Hydrogen line spectrum
Class 12 Physics: Chapter 13: Nuclei
Keep these points in mind for Class 12 Physics.
- Composition of nucleus
- Size of nucleus
- Nuclear force
- Mass-energy relation
- Mass defect
- Binding energy
- Nuclear fission
- Nuclear fusion
Class 12 Physics: Chapter 14: Semiconductor Electronics: Materials, Devices and Simple C
The list below is for Class 12 Physics.
- Energy bands
- Conductors
- Semiconductors
- Insulators
- Intrinsic semiconductors
- Extrinsic semiconductors
- P-type semiconductor
- N-type semiconductor
- P-N junction diode
- I-V characteristics
- Forward bias
- Reverse bias
- Diode as a rectifier
Class 12 Physics: Practical 2026–27
The list below is for Class 12 Physics.
- At least 8 experiments (4 from each section)
- 6 activities (3 from each section)
- 1 investigatory project report
Class 12 Physics: Class 12th Practical Marks Distribution
Class 12th Practical Marks Distribution of Class 12 Physics:
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Two Experiments (One from each section) | 14 |
| Practical Record | 5 |
| One Activity | 3 |
| Investigatory Project | 3 |
| Viva Voce | 5 |
| Total | 30 |
Class 12 Physics: Subjects That Carry the Highest Marks
In the pattern table (CBSE Class 12th Practical Marks Distribution), the most marks are carried by Two Experiments (One from each section) (14).
Marks differ from paper to paper, so check the table of your own paper.
Class 12 Physics: Section A
The list below is for Class 12 Physics.
- Determining resistivity using the V-I graph
- Finding resistance using a metre bridge
- Verifying the laws of combination of resistances
- Determining the resistance of a galvanometer
- Converting a galvanometer into a voltmeter or ammeter
- Finding the frequency of AC mains using a sonometer
Class 12 Physics: Section B
The list below is for Class 12 Physics.
- Finding the focal length of a concave mirror
- Determining the focal length of convex and concave lenses
- Determining the angle of minimum deviation using a prism
- Finding the refractive index of a glass slab
- Determining the refractive index of a liquid
- Plotting the I-V characteristics of a P-N junction diode
Class 12 Physics: Suggested Investigatory Projects
The list below is for Class 12 Physics.
- Study the factors affecting the internal resistance of a cell
- Investigate the variation in current through an LDR
- Determine the refractive index of liquids
- Study the working of a transformer
- Investigate the angle of deviation using a hollow prism
- Estimate charge using Coulomb’s law
- Study the self-inductance of a coil
- Study the Earth’s magnetic field using a compass
Class 12 Physics: Question Paper Design
The table below gives the question paper design of Class 12 Physics, as it is given in the source.
| Competency | Approximate Weightage |
|---|---|
| Remembering and Understanding | 38% |
| Applying | 32% |
| Analysing, Evaluating and Creating | 30% |
Class 12 Physics: Question Paper Design
Keep these points in mind for Class 12 Physics.
- Understand concepts clearly
- Practice numerical problems regularly
- Solve competency-based and case-based questions
- Revise NCERT examples and important derivations
Class 12 Physics: How to Use the Pattern and Syllabus
- Start with the exam overview above; it tells you the basic rules of the paper in one glance.
- This page has more than one pattern table, one for each paper or post group. Read the table that matches your own post or paper first.
- Copy the subject-wise topics into a notebook or sheet and tick each topic as read, revised and tested.
Class 12 Physics: Step-by-Step Preparation Plan
- Read the exam overview and the pattern table carefully and note the points that matter for your paper.
- Turn the subject-wise syllabus into a checklist of topics.
- Give the subjects that carry more marks (see the section above) more time, and study them first.
- Solve previous papers every week and keep a small notebook of the mistakes you made.
- Take mock tests in the real time limit of 3 Hours, so the clock does not surprise you on exam day.
- Open the official notice once a month, because the board can change the syllabus or the pattern.
Earlier CBSE Notifications
Earlier CBSE notifications we have tracked, for comparison. Tap a title to open it, or see all CBSE updates.
| Update | Type | Posts | Key date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBSE CTET Detailed Paper 1 & 2 Syllabus 2026: Topic-wise Details | Syllabus | — | 17 Oct 2026 |
| CBSE Junior Assistant (Group C) Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern | Syllabus | — | 17 Oct 2026 |
| CBSE CTET Social Science Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern | Syllabus | — | 16 Oct 2026 |
| CBSE CTET Paper Structure, Subject Weightage Syllabus 2026 | Syllabus | — | 10 Oct 2026 |
| CBSE CTET Detailed Paper 1 2 Syllabus 2026: Topic-wise Details | Syllabus | — | 10 Oct 2026 |
| CBSE CTET September Syllabus 2026: Topic-wise Details | Syllabus | — | 10 Jun 2026 |
CBSE Class 12 Physics Syllabus: Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| the CBSE Class 12 Physics Syllabus 2026-27 — PDF | Click Here |
| Official website | cbse.gov.in |
| All CBSE updates | Open CBSE Recruitment |
| CBSE latest jobs | View jobs |
| CBSE admit cards | View admit cards |
| CBSE results | View results |
CBSE Class 12 Physics Syllabus: Frequently Asked Questions
Who conducts Class 12 Physics?
Class 12 Physics is conducted by Central Board of Secondary Education.
How much time is given in Class 12 Physics?
The time allowed is 3 Hours.
What are the total marks of Class 12 Physics?
Marks: 100.
Where can I download the official Class 12 Physics syllabus or notice?
Use the official link in the Important Links table of this page or open the website of CBSE. The official document is the final word if anything changes.
Can the Class 12 Physics syllabus or pattern change?
Yes. The conducting body may revise the syllabus or the pattern in a new notice, so check the official notice before you start and again before the exam.
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