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CBSE 12th Geography Syllabus 2025-26 PDF Download: Units, Marking Scheme, and Question Paper Design

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CBSE 12th Geography Syllabus 2025-26 PDF Download: Units, Marking Scheme, and Question Paper Design

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the Class 12 Geography syllabus for the academic session 2025-26. The syllabus is divided into theory, practicals, and map work, covering comprehensive topics from both Indian and World geography. Students must follow the prescribed NCERT textbooks and prepare thoroughly to score well in their board exams. This article provides detailed insights into the units, weightage, and topics covered in CBSE 12th Geography Syllabus 2025-26.

CBSE 12th Geography Syllabus 2025-26 PDF Download

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CBSE Class 12 Geography Syllabus 2025-26: Course Structure

Total Duration: 3 Hours
Total Marks: 100 (Theory: 70, Practical: 30)

ComponentMarks
Theory70
Practical30

CBSE 12th Geography Syllabus 2026: Marking Scheme

Book: Fundamentals of Human Geography (Theory - 35 Marks)
UnitChapterWeightage
IHuman Geography: Nature and Scope3
IIThe World Population Distribution, Density and Growth8
Human Development5
IIIPrimary Activities5
Secondary Activities5
Tertiary and Quaternary Activities5
Transport, Communication and Trade3
International Trade1
Map Work (World Map)5
Total35
Book: India - People and Economy (Theory - 35 Marks)
IPopulation Distribution Density Growth and Composition5
IIHuman Settlements3
IIILand Resources and Agriculture10
Water Resources5
Mineral and Energy Resources5
Planning and Sustainable Development3
IVTransport and Communication4
VGeographical Perspective on Selected Issues and Problems5
Map Work (India Map)5
Total35
Book: Geography Practical - Part II (30 Marks)
1Data: Its Source and Compilation18
2Data Processing-
3Graphical Representation of Data-
4Spatial Information Technology7
-Practical Record Book and Viva Voce5
-Total30

Guidelines for CBSE 12th Geography Practical Examination

  • A practical file must be prepared by students.
  • The file must be handwritten and include all prescribed diagrams and maps.
  • Students will be assessed on:
  1. Written Exam: 25 Marks
  2. Practical File: 2 Marks
  3. Viva: 3 Marks

CBSE 12th Geography Map Work

  • World Map (Fundamentals of Human Geography)
  • Areas of subsistence gathering
  • Nomadic herding regions
  • Commercial livestock rearing zones
  • Commercial grain farming areas
  • Mixed farming areas
  • Transcontinental railways (Trans-Siberian, Canadian, Australian)
  • Major sea ports and airports across continents
  • Major inland waterways (Suez Canal, Panama Canal, Rhine, St. Lawrence)
  • India Map (India: People and Economy)
  • State with highest and lowest population density (2011)
  • Leading states in production of rice, wheat, cotton, jute, sugarcane, tea, and coffee
  • Major mineral locations and oil refineries
  • Major seaports and international airports in India

CBSE Class 12 Geography Books Prescribed

  • Fundamentals of Human Geography
  • India: People and Economy
  • Practical Work in Geography - Part II

CBSE 12th Geography Question Paper Design 2026

S. No.DomainsWeightage (%)
1Remembering and Understanding41%
2Application37%
3Analyzing, Evaluating, Creating22%
Total100%
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