CBSE Class 12 Informatics Practices Syllabus 2025-26
Official chapter-wise syllabus for CBSE Class 12 Informatics Practices — unit-wise marks distribution, list of deleted/reduced topics, and the 2025-26 exam paper pattern. Use this page alongside the Class 12 Informatics Practices preparation guide for full exam readiness.
2025-26
Academic Year
70
Theory Marks
30
Practical Marks
7
Total Chapters
Unit-Wise Marks Distribution
70 marks (theory)Unit 1: Data Handling using Pandas
Python Revisited · Series in Pandas · DataFrames in Pandas · Data Importing and Exporting · Data Manipulation: Filter, Sort, GroupBy
36% of theory marks
Unit 2: Data Visualisation
Matplotlib Basics · Line Chart, Bar Chart, Histogram, Pie Chart · Customisation and Multiple Plots
14% of theory marks
Unit 3: Database Management using MySQL
Database Concepts and DBMS · SQL: DDL and DML Commands · Advanced SQL: GROUP BY, JOIN, Aggregate Functions · Python-MySQL Connectivity
29% of theory marks
Unit 4: Computer Networks
Network Types and Topologies · OSI and TCP/IP Model · Network Devices and Protocols · IP Addressing and Web Technologies
14% of theory marks
Unit 5: Emerging Trends and Society
AI, IoT, Big Data Concepts · Cybersecurity and Cybercrimes · IT Act 2000 · Intellectual Property Rights · Net Neutrality, Digital Footprint
7% of theory marks
Chapter-Wise Syllabus
7 chapters| # | Chapter | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Python Revisited | 5 |
| 2 | Data Handling using Pandas | 15 |
| 3 | Data Visualisation | 10 |
| 4 | Database Concepts | 8 |
| 5 | Structured Query Language (SQL) | 15 |
| 6 | Computer Networks | 10 |
| 7 | Society, Law and Ethics | 7 |
Deleted / Reduced Topics 2025-26
Note: The following topics have been deleted or reduced from the CBSE Class 12 Informatics Practices syllabus. Do not spend time studying these for the 2025-26 board exam. Always verify with the official CBSE syllabus document before your exam.
Emerging Trends
Detailed technical implementation of AI/ML — only awareness and impact level required
Networks
Detailed protocol stack implementation — OSI layer functions only, no implementation details
Data Handling
NumPy module — removed from 2023-24 rationalized IP syllabus; Pandas only now
Exam Paper Pattern 2025-26
70 marks total| Section | Marks/Q | Count | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section A | 1 | 25 | 25 | |
| Section B | 2 | 5 | 10 | |
| Section C | 3 | 5 | 15 | |
| Section D | 5 | 4 | 20 | |
| Total Theory Marks | 70 | |||
Practical / Internal Assessment Marks — assessed throughout the year by your school (projects, lab work, notebooks).
How to Use This Syllabus
Prioritise by marks
Use the unit-wise distribution above. Focus first on units with 20+ marks — they give the best return on study time.
Skip deleted topics
CBSE will not ask deleted topics in the board exam. Don't waste time on them — use that time for NCERT exercises instead.
Know the paper pattern
Section E (Case Study) has new-format questions many students ignore. Practise these separately — they're easy marks.
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