NIOS 12th Syllabus 2023: Check Latest NIOS Class 12 Syllabus

Group 

Subjects

Group A

Hindi

English

Bangla

Tamil

Odia

Urdu

Gujarati

Sanskrit

Punjabi

Group B

Mathematics

Home Science

Psychology

Geography

Economics

Business Studies

Painting

Data Entry Operations

Veda Adhyan

Sanskrit Vyakaran

Bharatiya Darshan

Sanskrit Sahitya

Group C

Physics

History

Library and Information, Science

Environmental Science

Group D

Chemistry

Political Science

Mass Communication

Military Studies

Group E

Biology

Accountancy

Introduction to Law

Military History

Group F

Computer Science

Sociology

Tourism

Physical Education and Yog

Unit

Weightage (in terms of Marks)

Prescribed Texts (Prose + Poetry)

25

Non Prescribed Text 

25 

Grammar

15

Functional Writing Skills 

20

Optional Modules 

15

TOTAL

100 MARKS

NIOS 12th Mathematics Topics 2023

• Sets
• Relations and Functions
• Trigonometric Functions-I
• Trigonometric Functions-II
• Relation between sides and angles of a triangle
• Sequences and Series
• Some special sequences
• Complex Numbers
• Quadratic Equations and Linear Inequalities
• Principle of Mathematical Induction
• Permutations and Combinations
• Binomial Theorem
• Cartesian System of Rectangular Coordinates
• Straight Lines
• Circles
• Conic Sections
• Measures of Dispersion
• Random Experiments and Events
• Probability
• Matrices
• Determinants
• Inverse of a Matrix and its Applications
• Relations and Functions-II
• Inverse Trigonometric Functions
• Limits and Continuity
• Differentiation
• Differentiation of Trigonometric Functions
• Differentiation of Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
• Application of Derivatives
• Integration
• Definite Integrals
• Differential Equations
• Introduction to 3-D
• Vectors
• Plane
• Straight Line
• Linear Programming
• Mathematical Reasoning

NIOS 12th Physics Topics 2023

• Units, Dimensions and Vectors
• Motion in a Straight Line
• Laws of Motion
• Motion in a Plane
• Gravitation
• Work, Energy and Power
• Motion of a Rigid Body
• Elastic Properties of Solids
• Properties of Fluids
• Kinetic Theory of Gases
• Thermodynamics
• Heat Transfer and Solar Energy
• Simple Harmonic Motion
• Wave Phenomena
• Electric Charge and Electric Field
• Electric Potential and Capacitors
• Electric Current
• Magnetism and Magnetic Effect of Electric Current
• Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Current
• Reflection and Refraction of Light
• Dispersion and Scattering of Light
• Wave Phenomena and Light
• Optical Instruments
• Structure of Atom
• Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter
• Nuclei and Radioactivity
• Nuclear Fission and Fusion
• Semiconductors and Semiconducting Devices
• Applications of Semiconductor Devices
• Communication Systems

NIOS 12th Chemistry Topics 2023

• Atoms, Molecules and Chemical Arithmetic
• Atomic Structure
• Periodic Table and Periodicity in Properties
• Chemical Bonding
• The Gaseous State and Liquid State
• The Solid State
• Solutions
• Colloids
• Chemical Thermodynamics
• Spontaneity of Chemical Reactions
• Chemical Equilibrium
• Ionic Equilibrium
• Electrochemistry
• Chemical Kinetics
• Adsorption and Catalysis
• Occurrence and Extraction of Metals
• Hydrogen and s-Block Elements
• General Characteristics of the p-block Elements
• p-block elements and their compounds-I
•  p-block elements and their compounds-II
• d-block and f-block elements
• Coordination Compounds
• Nomenclature and General Principles
• Hydrocarbons
• Compounds of Carbon Containing Halogens (Haloalkanes and Haloarenes)
• Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers
• Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids
• Compounds of a Carbon containing Nitrogen
• Biomolecules
• Drugs and Medicines
• Soaps, Detergents and Polymers
• Environmental Chemistry

Module

Unit

Weightage (in terms of Marks)

Diversity and Evolution of Life

• Unit 1 Evolution and Classification of Organisms
• Unit 2. Cell and Tissues

12

Form and function of plants and animals

• Unit 1. Plants - Morphology and Physiology
• Unit 2. Animals -Morphology and Physiology

26

Reproduction and Heredity

• Unit 1. Reproduction, Growth and Development
• Unit 2. Principles and Applications of Genetics

22

Environment & Health

• Unit 1. Environment and its Conservation
• Unit 2. Healthy Living

13

Emerging Areas in Biology

• Biotechnology
• Immunology

07

TOTAL

80 MARKS

NIOS 12th Accountancy Topics 2023

• Accounting- an introduction
• Accounting Concepts
• Accounting Conventions and Standards
• Accounting for Business Transactions
• Journal
• Ledger
• Cash Book
• Special Purpose Books
• Trial Balance
• Bank Reconciliation Statement
• Bills of Exchange
• Errors and their rectification
• Computer and Computerised Accounting System
• Depreciation
• Provision and Reserves
• Financial Statements - An Introduction
• Financial Statements-I
• Financial Statements-II
• Not for Profit Organisations - An Introduction
• Financial Statements (Not for Profit Organisations)
• Accounts from Incomplete Records
• Partnership - An Introduction
• Admission of a Partner
• Retirement and Death of a Partner
• Dissolution of a partnership firm
• Company - an introduction
• Issues of Shares
• Forfeiture of Shares
• Reissue of Forfeited Shares
• Issue of Debentures
• Financial Statements Analysis - An Introduction
• Accounting Ratios-I
• Accounting Ratios-II
• Cash Flow Statement 
• Electronic SpreadSheet
• Use of Spread-sheet in Business Application
• Graphs and Charts for Business
• Database Management System for Accounting

Module

Topics

Weightage (in terms of Marks)

Sociology: Basic Concepts

• An Introduction To Sociology
• Emergence and Development of Sociology
• Sociology: Its Relationships  with other social sciences
• Methods and Techniques of Research in Sociology
• Society, Community, Association and Institution
• Social Groups
• Social Structure and Social System
• Norms and Values
• Status and Role
• Cooperation, Competition and Conflict
• Acculturation, Assimilation and Integration

30

Social Institutions and Social Stratification

• Marriage
• Family
• Kinship
• Economy, Polity and Religion
• Social Stratification: Hierarchy, Differentiation and Inequality 

12

Social Change, Socialization and Social Control

• Factors of Social Change
• Processes of Social Change
• Socialisation
• Social Control
• Social Deviance
• Society and Environment

13

Indian Society

• Indian Social Thinkers
• Unity and Diversity
• National Integration: Concept and Challenge
• Indian Society: Tribal, Rural and Urban
• Caste System in India
• Major Religious Communities in India
• Major Social Problems of India
• Problem of SC and ST
• Problems of other deprived sections

30

Optional

Status of Women

OR

Culture

Option (a) Status of Women

• Society and Environment
• Historical and Cultural Perspectives
• Gender Discrimination
• Problems of women
• Quest for equality and women’s empowerment

OR

Option (b) Culture

• Culture: Concept and Characteristics
• Indian Cultural Heritage
• Cultural Pluralism
• Media and Culture

15

TOTAL

100 MARKS

Module

Topics

Weightage (in terms of Marks)

Module 1 : Environment through Ages 

Environment-Origin, Evolution of Environment and its uses by Humans

5

Module 2 : Ecological Concept and Issues

Principles of Ecology : Composition and various types of Ecosystem

12

Module 3 : Human Impact of Environment 

Human Settlements and their impact on Environment

7

Module 4 : Contemporary Environmental Issues

• Environmental Pollution and Natural Disasters 
• National and Global Environmental Issues

15

Module 5 : Environmental Conservation

Conservation of Biodiversity and other Natural Resources (Soil, Land, Water, Energy etc.)

14

Module 6 : Sustainable Development 

Sustainable development with regard to Agriculture and Cleaner technology 

7

Module 7 Environmental Management

• Environmental Ethics 
• Legislation for Environmental Improvement
• Organisation devoted to Environment 

8

Optional Module 8A: Water Resource Management 

OR

Optional module 8B: Energy and Environment

Optional Module 8A

• Water as a Resource
• Conservation of water

OR

Optional Module 8B

• Energy use and its Impact on Environment
• Energy Conservation

12

TOTAL MARKS (THEORY)

80

TOTAL MARKS (PRACTICAL)

20

GRAND TOTAL

100 MARKS