CBSE Class 12 Psychology Syllabus 2025–26 | NCERT
CBSE Class 12 – Psychology Syllabus (2025–26)
Class: XII
Subject: Psychology
Board: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
📝 CBSE Class 12 Psychology – 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 strictly based on NCERT textbook and practical syllabus
✔ Practical record, experiments and viva-voce included in internal assessment
📚 CBSE Class 12 Psychology Syllabus (NCERT 2025–26)
| Unit | Chapter Title | Learning Outcomes / Key Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | Variations in Psychological Attributes | Understand individual differences in intelligence, aptitude, personality and assessment methods. |
| Unit 2 | Self and Personality | Study concepts of self, personality theories, and assessment of personality. |
| Unit 3 | Meeting Life Challenges | Analyze stress, coping strategies, resilience and positive health. |
| Unit 4 | Psychological Disorders | Understand symptoms, causes and classification of major psychological disorders. |
| Unit 5 | Therapeutic Approaches | Study different psychological therapies and rehabilitation methods. |
| Unit 6 | Attitude and Social Cognition | Analyze formation, change of attitudes and social perception. |
| Unit 7 | Social Influence and Group Processes | Understand group behaviour, leadership, conformity and social influence. |
| Unit 8 | Psychology and Life | Examine applications of psychology in health, environment, education and work. |
| Unit 9 | Developing Psychological Skills | Learn practical psychological skills such as counselling, communication and self-management. |
🧪 Psychology Practical Work (30 Marks)
- Practical Record File
- Psychological Experiments
- Case Study / Viva-Voce
- Testing & Interpretation Skills
Practical syllabus follows the NCERT Psychology Practical Manual strictly.
🔍 Related Keyphrases
- CBSE Class 12 Psychology Syllabus 2025–26
- Class 12 Psychology NCERT Chapter List
- CBSE Psychology Exam Pattern Class 12
- Class 12 Psychology Practical Syllabus
- CBSE Psychology Project and Practical File
❓ FAQs – CBSE Class 12 Psychology
Q1. What is the total marks distribution for Class 12 Psychology?
The subject carries 100 marks — 70 marks for theory and 30 marks for practical/internal assessment.
Q2. How many chapters are there in the Class 12 Psychology syllabus?
There are 9 chapters prescribed by CBSE from the NCERT Psychology textbook.
Q3. Is practical work compulsory in Class 12 Psychology?
Yes, practical work is compulsory and includes experiments, record file and viva-voce.
Q4. What types of questions are asked in the Psychology board exam?
The paper includes MCQs, short answer, long answer and case-based questions.
Q5. Is the Psychology syllabus completely based on NCERT?
Yes, the CBSE Class 12 Psychology board examination is strictly based on NCERT textbooks and practical manuals.
