CBSE Class 12 Sociology Weightage 2026 Unit and Chapter-Wise Marks Distribution

CBSE Class 12 Sociology Weightage 2026 has two parts. The article introduces you to the marks weightage, marking scheme, and blueprint of exam. Read in detail.

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CBSE Class 12 Sociology Weightage 2026 Theory Exam - Chapter …
CBSE Class 12 Sociology Weightage 2026 Project
CBSE Class 12 Sociology Question Paper Blueprint 2026

CBSE Class 12 Sociology Weightage 2026 : The sociology subject includes two parts. The first part of the syllabus includes 5 units, out of which Units 1 and 7 are non-evaluative and carry 10 marks each. In addition, the second part of the syllabus also has 5 units and each of the units is allocated with specific marks. The theory paper exam will be conducted for 80 marks and a project will be of 20 marks. The detailed marking scheme for the project is also provided here in the article. You are also advised to check the detailed CBSE Class 12 Sociology Syllabus 2025-26 to get an idea about the topic-wise weightage of marks. Continue reading the article for complete information about the CBSE Class 12 Sociology Unit-wise marks weightage 2026.

CBSE Class 12 Sociology Weightage 2026 Theory Exam - Chapter Wise

The table below includes the names of chapters along with the marks allotted to them. Check the details and set priorities to the chapters as per the importance.

Units	Chapters	Marks
A	Indian Society	-
	1. Introducing Indian Society	Non-evaluative
	2. The Demographic Structure of Indian Society	10
	3. Social Institutions: Continuity and Change	10
	5. Patterns of Social Inequality and Exclusion	10
	6. The Challenges of Cultural Diversity	10
	7. Suggestions for Project Work	0
-	Total	40
B	Social Change and Development in India	-
	8. Structural Change	5
	9. Cultural Change	5
	11. Change and Development in Rural Society	10
	12. Change and Development in Industrial Society	10
	15. Social Movements	10
-	Total	40
-	Grand Total	80

CBSE Class 12 Sociology Weightage 2026 Project

In addition to the theory exam, the students will have to work on a project. It will be of 20 marks. Check out the table below to know the details and prepare accordingly:

Chapter No.	Chapter Name	Weightage
1	Project undertaken during the academic year at school level 1. Introduction -2 Marks 2. Statement of Purpose – 2 Marks 3. Research Question – 2 Marks 4. Methodology – 3 Marks 5. Data Analysis – 4 Marks 6. Conclusion – 2 Marks	15 marks
2	D. Viva – based on the project work	05 marks

Chapter No.

Chapter Name

Weightage

Project undertaken during the academic year at school level

1. Introduction -2 Marks

2. Statement of Purpose – 2 Marks

3. Research Question – 2 Marks

4. Methodology – 3 Marks

5. Data Analysis – 4 Marks

6. Conclusion – 2 Marks

15 marks

D. Viva – based on the project work

05 marks

CBSE Class 12 Sociology Question Paper Blueprint 2026

Following are the important points to be focused upon when preparing for the Sociology exam.

The Sociology Question paper is divided into 4 parts - A, B, C, and D.
In total, there are 35 questions. All questions are compulsory.
Section A includes objective questions for 1 mark each, from Q1 to 16.
Section B consists of very short questions from question no. 17 to 25. The questions are of 2 marks each and answers can be written in 30 words.
Section C includes questions from 26 to 32. These are short-answer type questions carrying 4 marks each, and answers should not exceed 80 words.
Section D Question consists of questions 33 to 35. These are Very Long Answer type questions of 6 marks each. The answers should be written in 200 words.

S. No.	Competencies	Total Marks	Weightage (%)
1	Knowledge & Understanding Exhibit memory of previously learned material by recalling facts, terms, basic concepts, and answers. Demonstrate understanding of facts and ideas by organising, comparing, translating, interpreting, giving descriptions, and stating main ideas	30	37.50%
2	Application of Knowledge and Concepts Solve problems to new situations by applying acquired knowledge, facts, techniques and rules in a different way. Examine and break information into parts by identifying motives or causes. Make inferences and find evidence to support generalisations. Present and defend opinions by making judgments about information, validity of ideas, or quality of work based on a set of criteria.	32	40%
3	Formulate, Analyse, Evaluate & Create Compile information together in a different way by combining elements in a new pattern or proposing alternative solutions.	18	22.50%
-	Total	80	100%

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