CBSE Class 12 Physics Syllabus 2026
Free Resource • NCERT Aligned
Chapter-wise Breakdown
Unit I: Electrostatics
16 Marks (Units I & II)- Electric Charges and Fields
- Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance
Unit II: Current Electricity
- Current Electricity
Unit III: Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism
17 Marks (Units III & IV)- Moving Charges and Magnetism
- Magnetism and Matter
Unit IV: Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents
- Electromagnetic Induction
- Alternating Currents
Unit V: Electromagnetic Waves
18 Marks (Units V & VI)- Electromagnetic Waves
Unit VI: Optics
- Ray Optics and Optical Instruments
- Wave Optics
Unit VII: Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter
12 Marks (Units VII & VIII)- Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter
Unit VIII: Atoms and Nuclei
- Atoms
- Nuclei
Unit IX: Electronic Devices
7 Marks- Semiconductor Electronics
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Class 12 Physics syllabus reduced for 2026?
The 2026 syllabus follows the rationalized NCERT structure. Always refer to the official PDF for specific topic deletions.
What is the weightage of Optics in Class 12 Physics?
Optics (Unit VI) combined with Electromagnetic Waves (Unit V) carries a weightage of 18 marks.