What is in the ICSE / ISC (CISCE) Class 12 syllabus for 2026-27?

64 topics in English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Accountancy, Commerce and Economics, laid out subject by subject on this page. On SkillStar your child can tick off each topic as they learn it.

Are there ICSE / ISC (CISCE) Class 12 mock tests on SkillStar?

Yes, 6 mock tests. Each one is marked the moment your child finishes, with a question-by-question review, and can be taken again as often as they like.

Can I download ICSE / ISC (CISCE) Class 12 papers?

Yes. The ICSE / ISC (CISCE) Downloads tab on SkillStar has 29 files for this class.

How does my child start ICSE / ISC (CISCE) Class 12 practice?

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ICSE / ISC (CISCE) Class 12 syllabus

The ICSE / ISC (CISCE) Class 12 syllabus for 2026-27, subject by subject: 64 topics to work through. On SkillStar, Class 12 children also get 6 mock tests marked instantly and sample papers to download.

Class: Class 12 (Grade 12)
Syllabus years: 2026-27
Topics: 64
Mock tests: 6
Downloads: 29

ICSE / ISC (CISCE) Class 12 syllabus 2026-27

English

Composition: Essays on a range of subjects: argumentative, descriptive, narrative and reflective.
Directed writing: Letters, proposals, reports, articles and speeches for a given purpose and audience.
Comprehension: Unseen passages, vocabulary and summary.
Grammar: Usage, transformation of sentences, prepositions and phrasal verbs.
Literature: Prescribed drama, prose and poetry (see the ISC list of prescribed textbooks).

Mathematics

Relations and functions: Types of relations and functions, composition and inverse.
Inverse trigonometric functions: Definitions, graphs and properties.
Matrices and determinants: Operations, inverse of a matrix and solving linear equations.
Continuity and differentiability: Continuity, derivatives of composite, implicit, logarithmic and parametric functions.
Applications of derivatives: Rate of change, increasing and decreasing functions, maxima and minima.
Integrals: Methods of integration and definite integrals.
Applications of integrals: Area under curves.
Differential equations: Order, degree and solving first-order differential equations.
Probability: Conditional probability, Bayes' theorem and probability distributions.
Vectors and three-dimensional geometry: Vector algebra, lines and planes in space.
Applications of calculus in commerce, linear regression and linear programming: Section C topics for commerce applications.

Physics

Electrostatics: Electric charges, fields, potential and capacitance.
Current electricity: Ohm's law, Kirchhoff's laws, Wheatstone bridge and potentiometer.
Magnetic effects of current and magnetism: Biot-Savart and Ampere's laws, forces on moving charges, magnetic materials.
Electromagnetic induction and alternating current: Faraday's and Lenz's laws, AC circuits and transformers.
Electromagnetic waves: Properties and the electromagnetic spectrum.
Optics: Ray optics, optical instruments and wave optics.
Dual nature of radiation and matter: Photoelectric effect and matter waves.
Atoms and nuclei: Atomic models, nuclear structure, radioactivity and nuclear energy.
Electronic devices: Semiconductors, diodes, transistors and logic gates.

Chemistry

Solutions: Concentration terms, colligative properties.
Electrochemistry: Electrochemical cells, Nernst equation, conductance and electrolysis.
Chemical kinetics: Rate of reaction, order, molecularity and activation energy.
d- and f-block elements: Transition elements, lanthanoids and actinoids.
Coordination compounds: Nomenclature, isomerism and bonding.
Haloalkanes and haloarenes: Preparation, properties and reactions.
Alcohols, phenols and ethers: Preparation, properties and reactions.
Aldehydes, ketones and carboxylic acids: Preparation, properties and reactions.
Amines: Classification, preparation and properties; diazonium salts.
Biomolecules: Carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins and nucleic acids.

Biology

Reproduction: Sexual reproduction in flowering plants, human reproduction and reproductive health.
Genetics and evolution: Inheritance, molecular basis of inheritance and evolution.
Biology and human welfare: Human health and disease, microbes in human welfare.
Biotechnology and its applications: Principles, processes and applications of biotechnology.
Ecology and environment: Organisms and populations, ecosystems, biodiversity and conservation.

Computer Science

Boolean algebra: Laws, simplification, Karnaugh maps and logic circuits.
Computer hardware: Half and full adders, encoders, decoders and multiplexers.
Arrays, strings and recursion: Advanced array and string programs and recursion.
Inheritance, interfaces and polymorphism: Inheritance, method overriding and interfaces in Java.
Data structures: Stacks, queues, linked lists and binary trees.
Complexity and Big O notation: Analysing the efficiency of algorithms.

Accountancy

Partnership: fundamentals and goodwill: Partnership deed, profit sharing, capital accounts and goodwill.
Reconstitution of a partnership: Admission, retirement and death of a partner.
Dissolution of a partnership firm: Realisation account and settlement of accounts.
Company accounts: Issue and forfeiture of shares; issue and redemption of debentures.
Analysis of financial statements: Ratio analysis and cash flow statements.

Commerce

Management: Nature and principles of management.
Functions of management: Planning, organising, staffing, directing and controlling.
Business finance: Sources of finance and financial markets.
Marketing: Marketing mix, advertising and sales promotion.
Consumer protection: Consumer rights and redressal machinery.

Economics

Consumer behaviour and demand: Utility analysis, law of demand and elasticity of demand.
Producer behaviour and supply: Production function, costs, revenue and supply.
Forms of market and price determination: Perfect competition, monopoly and other market forms.
National income: Concepts and methods of measuring national income.
Determination of income and employment: Aggregate demand and supply, multiplier, excess and deficient demand.
Money and banking: Functions of money, commercial banks and the central bank.
Government budget and the economy: Components of the budget and types of deficits.
Balance of payments and foreign exchange: Balance of payments accounts and exchange rates.

About the ICSE / ISC (CISCE) exam

About the ISC

The Indian School Certificate (ISC) is CISCE's Class XII board examination; Classes XI and XII form a two-year course. English is compulsory, and students choose three to five elective subjects (for example Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Accountancy, Commerce, Economics, Business Studies, History, Political Science, Geography, Psychology, Sociology, Applied Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence and Robotics). Each subject has a theory paper plus practical or project work. Students in 2026-27 sit the ISC 2027 examination, normally held in February–March.

When it happens

The 2027 ICSE (Class 10) and ISC (Class 12) timetable could not be verified on the official site during this check. School assessments for the other classes follow the school's timetable. Ask the school for the current circular and use CISCE's final subject-wise timetable and admit card once issued. Status checked 1 November 2026.

Official notices

Registration and exam-day information

Regular school candidates should confirm registration, subject entries, internal/practical assessments, exam fees, hall tickets and reporting instructions with their school. Exact dates and rules depend on the class and the current board notification.

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ICSE / ISC (CISCE) Class 12: questions parents ask

What is in the ICSE / ISC (CISCE) Class 12 syllabus for 2026-27?: 64 topics in English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Accountancy, Commerce and Economics, laid out subject by subject on this page. On SkillStar your child can tick off each topic as they learn it.
Are there ICSE / ISC (CISCE) Class 12 mock tests on SkillStar?: Yes, 6 mock tests. Each one is marked the moment your child finishes, with a question-by-question review, and can be taken again as often as they like.
Can I download ICSE / ISC (CISCE) Class 12 papers?: Yes. The ICSE / ISC (CISCE) Downloads tab on SkillStar has 29 files for this class.
How does my child start ICSE / ISC (CISCE) Class 12 practice?: Sign up free as a parent, add your child with their class, and pick ICSE / ISC (CISCE) from the exam list. Every new family gets welcome credits, lots of content costs nothing, and anything paid shows its price in credits before you decide.
Is SkillStar the official ICSE / ISC (CISCE) website?: No. SkillStar is an independent practice platform and is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the organisers of these exams. Exam names belong to their respective owners. Check dates, fees and registration with the ICSE / ISC (CISCE) organisers.

SkillStar is an independent practice platform and is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the organisers of these exams. Exam names belong to their respective owners.