CBSE Class 12 Home Science Syllabus 2025–26 | NCERT
CBSE Class 12 – Home Science Syllabus (2025–26)
Class: XII
Subject: Home Science
Board: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
📝 CBSE Class 12 Home Science – Question Pattern & Marking Scheme (2025–26)
Theory Examination
- Maximum Marks: 70
- Time: 3 Hours
Practical / Internal Assessment
- Marks: 30
Question Paper Structure
- Section A: Very Short Answer Questions (VSA / MCQs)
- Section B: Short Answer Questions (SA)
- Section C: Long Answer Questions (LA)
- Section D: Case-Based / Application-Based Questions
✔ Internal choices provided as per CBSE norms
✔ Questions based strictly on NCERT content
✔ Practical exam includes record work, practical tasks and viva-voce
📚 CBSE Class 12 Home Science Syllabus (NCERT 2025–26)
| Unit | Chapter / Area | Learning Outcomes / Key Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | Work, Livelihood and Career | Understand work ethics, employment opportunities and entrepreneurship related to Home Science. |
| Unit 2 | Nutrition, Food Science and Technology | Study nutrients, therapeutic nutrition, food safety, preservation and food processing. |
| Unit 3 | Human Development | Analyze growth and development across the life span and factors affecting development. |
| Unit 4 | Resource Management | Learn management of time, energy, money and resources for family and community well-being. |
| Unit 5 | Fabric and Apparel | Understand textile fibres, fabric construction, garment designing and care of clothes. |
| Unit 6 | Communication and Extension | Study communication processes, media, programme planning and community outreach. |
🧪 Home Science Practical Work (30 Marks)
- Practical File & Record Work
- Nutrition / Textile / Resource Management Practicals
- Case Study / Viva-Voce
Practical syllabus follows NCERT Home Science Practical Guidelines prescribed by CBSE.
🔍 Related Keyphrases
- CBSE Class 12 Home Science Syllabus 2025–26
- Class 12 Home Science NCERT Chapter List
- CBSE Home Science Exam Pattern Class 12
- Class 12 Home Science Practical Syllabus
- CBSE Home Science Project and Practical File
❓ FAQs – CBSE Class 12 Home Science
Q1. What is the total marks distribution for Class 12 Home Science?
The subject carries 100 marks — 70 marks for theory and 30 marks for practical/internal assessment.
Q2. Is practical work compulsory in Home Science?
Yes, practical work is compulsory and includes record work, practical activities and viva-voce.
Q3. How many units are there in the Class 12 Home Science syllabus?
There are six broad units, covering nutrition, human development, textiles, management and communication.
Q4. What type of questions are asked in the Home Science board exam?
The paper includes MCQs, short answer, long answer and case-based/application-based questions.
Q5. Is the Class 12 Home Science syllabus fully based on NCERT?
Yes, the CBSE board examination is strictly based on NCERT Home Science textbooks and practical manuals.
