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Punjab School Education Board 12th 2026 ( PSEB 12th )

Jasleen Taneja
Updated on Feb 28, 2026 18:18 IST

By Jasleen Taneja

Overview

PSEB 12th Syllabus 2026: Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) released the PSEB Class 12 syllabus 2026 on the official website. Students preparing for PSEB Class 12th exams must go through the syllabus. It will make them aware of the topics they need to study in a particular subject to prepare well for exams. PSEB covers the entire 12th board syllabus. 

PSEB Class 12 syllabus is available on the official website, pseb.ac.in. Students can download the syllabus of PSEB Class 12 pdf for all subjects by clicking on the links below. 

PSEB 12th 2026 syllabus specifies the unit-wise and chapter-wise topics and distribution of marks. So, students can prepare their strategy to ace the PSEB 12th exams. Go through the entire article to know more about PSEB 12th syllabus 2026 for Arts, Commerce, Science and Vocational streams.

Table of contents
  • PSEB Class 12 Syllabus 2026- Scheme of Subjects
  • Subject-wise PSEB Syllabus 2026 for Class 12th
  • PSEB 12th Syllabus 2026 for All Streams (Arts, Commerce and Science)
  • FAQs on PSEB 12th Syllabus 2026
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PSEB Class 12 Syllabus 2026- Scheme of Subjects

In PSEB 12th, students are required to appear for a total of 7 subjects. Four subjects are compulsory. Arts and Science students are required to opt for any three elective subjects. Commerce students will have to choose 4 elective subjects. Commerce and Science students can choose Mathematics or Computer Applications as additional subjects. Arts students can opt for an additional subject from their group. Science students can also choose Geography/ Home Science/ Agriculture/ Biology/ Maths/ Economics as an additional subject.

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PSEB 12th Exam pattern 2026

PSEB 12th Date Sheet 2026

PSEB 12th Compulsory Subjects

  1. General English

  2. General Punjabi of Punjab History and Culture

  3. Environmental Education

  4. Computer Science

Students can download the complete PSEB 12th Scheme of Studies 2026 here

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are the passing marks for PSEB 12th board exams?
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Students need to score at least 33 percent in all subjects (separately in theory and practicals) and a minimum aggregate of 33 percent in PSEB 12th board exams in order to clear the examinations. 

The Board released the PSEB 12th syllabus and marking scheme for all subjects. Students must ensure to complete their syllabus and know the exam pattern well. They must nalso download and solve the PSEB 12th sample papers and previous years' question papers to perform well in the exams. 

Once done with the syllabus and practice, students will be able to clear the 12th board examinations will good percentage.  

Q:   Is it necessary to practice from PSEB 12th sample papers? I'm done with my syllabus.
A: 

It is advised to solve and practice PSEB Class 12 sample papers or previous years' question papers to get familiar with the exam pattern and marking scheme for the exams. This will help you identify the important questions and the questions that get repeated often in the exam. They also help you manage time and answer all questions in time.

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Subject-wise PSEB Syllabus 2026 for Class 12th

Students can click on the link beside subjects in the table below to download the complete official Punjab Board 12th syllabus 2025-26 PDF.

Subject Syllabus PDF
Punjabi Compulsory Click to download
Punjabi Elective Click to download
Punjab History & Culture Click to download
Public administration Click to download
General English Click to download
English elective Click to download
Hindi  Click to download
Agriculture Click to download
Accountancy Click to download
Biology Click to download
Business Studies Click to download
Chemistry Click to download
Computer Applications Click to download
Computer Science (English) Click to download
Computer Science (Punjabi) Click to download
Commercial Art Click to download
Defense Studies Click to download
Economics Click to download
French Click to download
Fundamentals of E-business Click to download
German Click to download
History  Click to download
Home Science Click to download
Mathematics Click to download
Dance Click to download
Gurmat sangeet Click to download
Music Instrumental Click to download
Music Tabla Click to download
Music Vocal Click to download
Modelling & sculpture Click to download
Media Studies Click to download
Philosophy Click to download
NCC Click to download
Physical Education & Sports Click to download
Physics Click to download
Political Science Click to download
Sociology Click to download
Psychology Click to download
Religion Click to download
Drawing Painting Click to download
Urdu Elective Click to download
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Are questions from previous year asked in PSEB 12th boards?
A: 

Not exactly the same, but, Punjab Board can ask questions similar to what were asked in the previous years of PSEB 12th exams. Thus, you are advised to download and practice the previous years' question papers thoroughly for better preparation. 

Q:   How can I improve my writing and presentation skills for the PSEB 12th board exams?
A: 

Following are some tips to improve the writing and presentation skills for the PSEB 12th board exams.

  • Students must write the answers neatly. The hand writing should be legible.
  • Write the answers with proper heading and subheading.
  • Highlight your important points.
  • Cross out the errors neatly with single line.
  • Divide the time for each question to avoid rushing.  
  • Practice writing the previous year question papers.
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PSEB 12th Syllabus 2026 for All Streams (Arts, Commerce and Science)

The syllabus of PSEB 12th 2026 is the same across all streams for subjects like English, Mathematics, Punjabi, Computer Science and EVS. All students should refer to the following PSEB syllabus of 12th class 2026 for these subjects:

PSEB 12th Syllabus 2026 for English

Section A (Lessons for Intensive Study)

Hassan's Attendance Problem by Sudha Murthy

The March King by Katherine Little Bakeless

Thinking Out of the Box: Lateral Thinking

On Saying 'Please' by A. G. Gardiner

The Story of My Life by Helen Keller

Two Gentlemen of Verona A. J. Cronin

In Celebration of Being Alive by Dr. Christian Barnard

Gadari Babas in Kalapani Jail by Dr.Harish Puri

Section B (Poetry)

Prayer of the Woods

On Friendship by Khalil Gibran

The Echoing Green by William Blake

Once upon a Time by Gabriel Okara

The Road Not Taken by Robert Frost

Father Returning Home by Dilip Chitre

On His Blindness by John Milton

 

Section C (Lessons for Extensive study)

The School for Sympathy by E. V. Lucas

A Chameleon by Anton Chekhov

Bholi by K. A. Abbas

The Gold Frame by R. K. Laxman

The Barber's Trade Union by Mulk Raj Anand

The Bull beneath the Earth by K. S. Virk

Section D (Grammar and Composition)

Grammar

Composition

Determiners

Précis writing

Use of Non-finite

(Infinitives, Gerunds, Participles)

Letter writing (Official/Business/To Editors)

Transformation of Sentences

Application

Voice

Explaining Newspaper Headline

Narration

EMail writing

PSEB 12th Syllabus 2026 for Maths

Units

Chapters

Relations & Functions

Relations & Functions

Inverse Trigonometric Functions

Algebra

Matrices and Determinants

Calculus

Continuity and Differentiability

Applications of Derivatives

Integrals

Applications of the Integrals

Differential Equations

Vectors and three Dimensional Geometry

Vectors

3 Dimensional Geometry

Linear Programming

Linear Programming

Probability

Probability

PSEB 12th Syllabus 2026 for Computer Science

Chapter Name

No. of questions

Marks

Revision of 11th Class

2

3

Uses of String Function

2

6

User-Defined Functions

3

7

Windows Movie Maker - 1

3

7

Windows Movie Maker - 2

2

5

Networking Resolution

3

9

Library Functions

2

6

E-Governance

2

7

Total

19

50

PSEB Syllabus 2026 for 12th EVS

Units

Chapters

Biodiversity

Concept and value of biodiversity

Levels of biodiversity species, eco and genetic

Balance in nature

Biodiversity for sustenance of mankind

Resource limitation

Ecological role of biodiversity

Interdependence among different species

India as a mega diversity nation

Economic potential of biodiversity

Loss of biodiversity- threatened, endangered and extinct

Strategies for conservation of biodiversity in situ and ex situ

Mitigating the people- wildlife conflict

Environmental Management

Need for environment management vis-a-vis development

Aspects of environmental management-ethical, economic, technological and social

Legal provisions for environmental management

Approaches for environmental management- economic policies, environmental indicators, setting of standards, information exchange and surveillance

Problem of stubble and its management

Sustainable Development

Concept of sustainable development

Concept of sustainable consumption

Need for sustainable development for improving the quality of life for the present and future

Challenges for sustainable development-political and administrative will, dynamic and flexible polices, appropriate technologies, comprehensive review and revision mechanism, human approach

Development of skilled manpower

Role of individual and community

Role of national and international agencies( both governmental and non- governmental)

Sustainable Agriculture

Need for sustainable agriculture

Green revolution-impact on environment

Importance of soil for crops, Irrigation systems, use of manure and fertilizers

Crop protection-major plant pests and diseases (wheat, rice, cotton, sugarcane, potato), measures for their control agrochemicals

Impact of agrochemicals on environment

Elements of sustainable agriculture-mixed farming, mixed cropping, crop rotation, biological and economic consideration, use of biofertilizers and bio pesticides, biological pest control, integrated pest management

Application of biotechnology in crop improvement

Management of agricultural produces- storage, preservation, transportation and processing

Environmental Actions

Meeting basic human need, food, water, shelter and fuel for all

Population control

Changing consumption patterns

Prevention and control of environmental pollution

Waste management- reduce, reuse and recycle

Community movement for ecological restoration and conservation of environment like joint forest Management (JFM),student's participation in tree rearing, social and agro- forestry

Drugs-ill effects(Part-II) Consequences of use of different drugs, The narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances Act-1985 offences as penalties

PSEB 12th Syllabus 2026 for Physics

Electrostatics

Current Electricity

Magnetic effects of current and magnetism

Electromagnetic Induction & Alternating current

Electromagnetic waves

Optics

Dual nature of matter and Radiation

Atoms and Nuclei

Electronics devices

PSEB Syllabus of 12th Class Chemistry

Solid State

Solutions

Electrochemistry

Chemical Kinetics

Surface Chemistry

General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements

p-Block Element

d and f Block Elements

Coordination Compounds

Haloalkanes and Haloarenes

Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers

Aldehydes, Ketones aml Carboxylic Acids

Organic compounds containing Nitrogen

Biomolecules

Polymers

Chemistry in everyday life

PSEB 12th Syllabus for Biology 2026

Unit Name

Chapter 

Marks

Reproduction

Reproduction in organisms

1

Sexual reproduction in flowering plants

8

Human Reproduction

2

Reproductive health

3

Genetics and Evolution

Heredity and variation

5

Molecular Basis of Inheritance

10

Evolution

3

Biology and Human Welfare

Human Health and Disease

6

Strategies for Enhancement in Food Production

3

Microbes in human welfare

5

Biotechnology and its applications

Biotechnology: Principles and processes

4

Biotechnology and its applications

6

Ecology and environment

Organisms and populations

3

Ecosystem

8

Biodiversity and Conservation

1

Environmental issues

2

PSEB 12th Syllabus 2026 for Business Studies-II

Part – A Principles and Functions of Management

Nature and Significance of Management

Principles of Management

Business Environment

Planning

Organising

Staffing

Directing

Controlling

Coordination

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Part – B Business Finance & Marketing

Business Finance

Financial Markets

Marketing

Consumer Protection

PSEB Class 12 Syllabus 2026 for Accountancy II

Part-I

Financial Statements Of Not For Profit Organizations

Accounting For Partnership Firms

Change In The Profit-Sharing Ratio

Admission Of A Partner

Retirement And Death Of A Partner

Dissolution Of Partnership Firms

Part -II

Accounting For Share Capital

Accounting For Debentures

Analysis Of Financial Statements

Cash Flow Statement

Part-III

Overview Of Computerized Accounting System

Using Computerized Accounting System

Accounting Using Data Base Management System (DBMS)

Accounting Application Of Electronic Spread Sheet

NOTE: Students may choose only one Part from Part II and Part III in the Accountancy subject.

PSEB 12th Syllabus for Economics

Part A: Introductory Macroeconomics

National Income and Related Aggregates

Determination of Income and Employment

Money and Banking

Government Budget and the Economy

Foreign Exchange Rate and Balance of Payments

Part B: Indian Economic Development

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

Current challenges faced by Indian Economy

Part C: Statistics in Economics

Correlation and Index Numbers

PSEB 12th Syllabus 2026 for Fundamentals of E-Business

Unit Name

Chapter 

Fundamental of Information Technology

Concepts and Scope of Information Technology, Fundamentals of Computers

Elements of Computer System

Computer Hardware and Software.

Computer Organization, CPU, etc

Multimedia

Fundamentals of internet and Working of Internet

Concept of

Internet, Use of Internet, Requirements of Internet, Internet Domain,

Internet Server, establishing connectivity on the Internet, etc

Introduction to E- Commerce and E- Commerce in India

Meaning,

Features, Functions and Benefit of E-Commerce, E-Commerce Practices

Traditional Practice, Scope and Basic Models of E-Commerce, etc.

E-Payments

Transaction through Internet, Requirements of E-Payment

System, Post Paid Payment System, Credit Card Solutions, etc

E-Security

Areas of Internet Security, Security Threats, Security

Breach Avoidance, Defection and Recovery, etc.

E-Banking

Meaning, Importanœ and Types of E-Banking

Services.Traditional vs E-Banking, Process of E-Banking, etc

E-Trading

Meaning and Importance of E-Trading, Operational Aspects of E-Trading, Status of E-Trading in India

E-Marketing

Concept of E-Marketing, 4Ps of E-Marketing, Status of E-Marketing in India, etc.

PSEB Class 12 Syllabus 2026 for History

Part-A

Physical Features of the Punjab and their influence on its History.

Guru Arjan Dev Ji and His Martyrdom.

Sources of the History of Punjab.

Guru Hargobind Ji and Transformation of Sikhism.

Political, Social and Economic Conditions of Punjab in the beginning of the 16th Century.

Guru Har Rai Ji and Guru Har Krishan Ji

Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s life and His Teachings.

Guru Teg Bahadur Ji and His Martyrdom.

Development of Sikhism under Guru Angad Dev Ji, Guru Amar Das Ji and Guru Ram Das Ji.

Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the foundation of Khalsa, His battles and His personality.

Banda Singh Bahadur.

 

Part-B

Abdus Samad Khan, Zakaria Khan and Mir Mannu, Their relations with the Sikhs.

Anglo-Sikh Relations (1800-1839).

Rise of the Dal Khalsa and its mode of Fighting.

Ranjit Singh’s relations with Afghanistan and his N.W.F. Policy.

Social and Economic Conditions of Punjab under the Mughals.

Civil and Military Administration of Ranjit Singh.

Invasions of Ahmed Shah Abdali and disintegration of Mughal rule in Punjab.

Character and Personality of Ranjit Singh.

Origin and Growth of the Sikh Misls and their nature of organization.

First Anglo-Sikh War – Causes and Results.

Ranjit Singh’s Career and Conquests.

Second Anglo-Sikh War – Causes and Results, Annexation of Punjab.

Part-C (Map)

Battles of Guru Gobind Singh Ji.

First Anglo-Sikh War.

Important Battles of Banda Singh Bahadur.

Second Anglo-Sikh War.

Ranjit Singh’s kingdom.

 

PSEB 12th Syllabus for Political Science

Chapters of Part-A (Political Theory)

Political System

Major contemporary Political Theories

Bureaucracy (Civil Services)

Interest and Pressure Groups

Public opinion

Party SystemElectorate


Chapters of Part-B (Indian Political System)

Indian Democracy

Democracy at Grass root

Party System in India

Electoral System

National Integration

Foreign Policy of India

India and the World

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PSEB Class 12 Syllabus 2026 for Sociology

Unit Name

Chapter 

Tribal, Rural and Urban Societies in India

Tribal Society

Rural Society

Urban Society

Inequalities in Indian Society

Caste Inequalities

Class Inequalities

Gender Inequalities

Structural and Cultural Change in India

Westernisation and Sanskritization

Modernisation and Globalisation

Social Movement

Social Problems in Indian Society

Social Problems

Violence Against Women

Social Issues

Punjab Board 12th Syllabus 2026 for Geography

Unit Name

Chapter/Topics 

Nature & Scope of Geography & its branches

Geographical thoughts, Radical and postmodern geography, all branches of Geography in brief, etc.

Human resources

Population, Determinants of population change, Human development concept, Human Settlement, etc.

Economic Geography

Primary Activities: Concept of changing trends; gathering; pastora, Geographical distribution of major crops in India etc.

Secondary Activities: Concept, Manufacturing types, Distribution of resources and their conservation, Industries: Types, Distribution of selective industries, etc.

Tertiary Activities: Quaternary activities, Quinary Services, etc.

Transport, Communication & Trade

Land transport, Water Transport, Air Transport, Oil and Natural Gas pipelines, International and National trade, etc.

Geographical Perspectives on selected issues and problems

Environmental pollution; Land, Water, Air

Practical Work

Types of data, Representation of data, Thematic Maps, Data analysis and generation of diagrams graphs, Field Studies and Land Use survey, Satellite Communication, etc

Project report: Growth of population. Changing patterns in agriculture, Migration patterns from Punjab to foreign countries, Superlatives of any concerned city or village

PSEB 12th Exam Pattern 2026

Subject Name

Theory Marks

Practical Marks

CCE

Total Marks

Total Passing Marks

English

80

-

20

100

33

Punjab History and Culture

80

-

20

100

33

Environmental Education

45

-

5

50

-

Computer Science

50

45

5

100

-

English Elective

80

-

20

100

33

History

80

-

20

100

33

Mathematics

80

-

20

100

33

Geography

70

20

10

100

33

Physics

70

25

5

100

33

Chemistry

70

25

5

100

33

Biology

70

25

5

100

33

Business Studies-II

80

-

20

100

33

Accountancy II

80

15

5

100

33

Economics

80

-

20

100

33

Fundamentals of E-Business

80

15

5

100

33

Agriculture

70

25

5

100

33

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What score can be considered a good score in PSEB 12th?
A: 

There is no concept of good or bad marks in class 12 PSEB board. You must focus on your studies and work hard towards schieveing good score in the board exams. The concept of good/bad marks can be benchmarked by you depending on the stream/career you have chosen for yourself. If you wish to enter IIT and become an engineer, you must aim for 90+ percentage, so on and so forth. 

Thus, set an aim for yourself and build a way to reach the goal and THAT shall be good enough for you.

All the best!

Q:   Can I be promoted without scoring passing marks in PSEB 12th?
A: 

Many students wish to clear their board exams without studying, however, please note that you will not be able to pass the 12th class without securing the minimum passing marks of 33 in all subjects and also 33 percent in aggregate.

In case you are unable to clear one or two subjects, you will be allowed to sit for the supplementary exams. You are advised to go through the PSEB 12th syllabus, and know the exam pattern so that you are able to build a strategy to score well in exams. Make notes of important points as you study. Stay confident and focus your energy on studies and you'll be able to pass with flying colours.

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FAQs on PSEB 12th Syllabus 2026

Students can check the FAQs on PSEB 12th syllabus 2026 below:

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Q:   Can I go to washroom during PSEB 12th board exam?
A: 

When appearing for the PSEB board exams, you must feel relaxed and comfortable. Yes, you will be allowed to go to the washroom during the examination but only once and with an invigilator. Students often use washroom for using unfair means and cheat in board exams, however, they must know that the invigilator can frisk them anytime during the exam duration. So, it is recommended to use washroom only when needed.

Q:   Will we get sufficient preparation leaves between papers to prepare for our Punjab Board 12th examinations once they begin?
A: 

Yes, the board provides sufficient preparation leaves for you to prepare for the exams. Students are advised to finish their syllabus and practice the sample papers well ahead in time so as to avoid any panic situation once exams begin. 

Q:   Does PSEB textbook include all the topics mentioned in the PSEB 10th, 12th syllabus?
A: 

Yes, PSEB textbooks include all the topics mentioned in the PSEB 10th syllabus and PSEB 12th syllabus. Students must thoroughly go through all the chapters from these books before they refer any other book. 

Q:   Can I use a scientific calculator in the PSEB 12th board exams?
A: 

NO. No type of calculators, mobile phones, or any technological gadget is allowed during PSEB exams. Any student caught carrying these will be barred from writing their exam. 

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PSEB 10th & 12th Compartment Date Sheets 2026 will be made available on the Board's website. The date sheet PDFs will be provided on this page. PSEB compartment date sheets will comprise the exam dates for the subjects.

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PSEB compartment exam dates 2026 will be announced after the result is announced. Separate date sheets will be released for Class 10th and 12th exams. The compartment exams are conducted for students who fail in one or two subjects.

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Sumridhi Singh

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Answered 2 months ago

In 2025, overall pass percentage in PSEB 12th exam was 91 per cent. A total of 265388 candidates appeared in the exam. Girls performed better, with a pass percentage of 94.32%, while boys had a pass percentage of 88.08%.

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Yes, Punjab Board releases the PSEB 12th Toppers List along with the result. In 2025, Hasirat Kaur topped the PSEB 12th exams with a perfect score of 500 out of 500, followed by Manveer Kaur and Arsh, both scoring 498 out of 500.

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