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

ISC Class 12 Sociology Weightage 2026 : The ISC 12th Sociology theory paper is consists of three sections: Section A (14 marks), Section B (28 marks), and Section C (28 marks). Section A will have very short answer and multiple-choice questions of 1 mark each, while Sections B and C will comprise short and long answer questions of 4 and 7 marks each, respectively. The total exam duration is 3 hours, with an additional 15 minutes for reading the paper. The ISC Class 12 Sociology weightage of the practical/internal assessment covers research questions, methodology, data analysis, conclusion, and related presentation aspects. The practical work will be assessed by the teacher and a Visiting Examiner appointed locally and approved by the Council. Continue reading the article to have an overview on the ISC Class 12 Sociology Weightage 2026 Unit and Chapter-Wise Marks Distribution.

Also Read: ISC Class 12 Sociology Syllabus 2025-26

ISC Class 12 Sociology Weightage 2026 Theory Exam - Unit Wise Wise

The detailed chapter-wise ISC Class 12 Sociology Weightage 2026 for the theory paper is not available yet. However, you can go through the units that are included in the exam from the table below:

Units	Topics included
1. Social Institutions	Content includes definition, features, and types such as kinship, marriage, family
2. Religion and Society	Concepts of religion and science, theories, functions, morality, and social control
3. Political Organization	Role in social change, political organization, Panchayati Raj
4. Economic Organisation	Indian tribes' economy, agrarian economy, traditional markets, Jajmani system, MGNREGA
5. Tribal India - Past, Present, Future	Features, dormitories, conditions, problems, solutions
6. Social Stratification	Elements of stratification, caste system, gender differences
7. Social Change and Development	Social change, aspects of development, social movements, education, mass media role

Read More: ISC Class 12 Sociology Sample Paper 2025-26

ISC Class 12 Sociology Weightage 2026 Internal Assessment

You have to complete two case studies from any chapter covered in Theory. These 2 case studies will be assessed by the visiting examiner and internal teacher. Each case study will carry 15 marks. Assessment for each study is detailed below:

Practical Work Assessment	Marks Allocation
Evaluation by the teacher	5 Marks
Evaluation by the Visiting Examiner	10 Marks
Total	15 Marks

Evaluation By The Teacher

The teacher will evaluate your case study based on the following parameters and understanding:

S. No.	Assessment Objective	Criteria	Marks
1	Process	Candidates should be able to: Identify the topic. Plan and detail a research project. Select and use appropriate research methods.	1
2	Understanding, Application of Knowledge, and Analysis	Candidates should be able to: Explain issues and themes clearly and in context. Interpret, analyze, and evaluate critically a range of evidence to present reasoned, substantiated arguments/statements.	2
3	Presentation	Overall format, referencing (footnotes &/or bibliography), within the word limit of 2000 words, title page, header/footer, etc.	2
Total			5

Evaluation By Visiting Examiner

Following are the objectives and criteria that the visiting examiner will consider to judge you based on your case study:

S. No.	Assessment Objective	Criteria	Marks
1	Choice of Technique/Detailed Procedure & Presentation	Candidates should be able to use overall format, referencing (footnotes &/or bibliography), title page, header/ footer, etc.	4
2	Analysis and Evaluation	Candidates should be able to: Interpret, analyze, and evaluate critically a range of evidence to present reasoned, substantiated arguments/statements.	3
3	Viva	Range of questions based on the project only.	3
Total			10

Also Read: ISC Class 12 Sociology Previous Year Question Paper

ISC Class 12 Sociology Question Paper Blueprint 2026

Below is the detailed ISC Class 12 Sociology Question Paper Blueprint for the academic year 2025-26:

Section	Question Type	Number of Questions	Marks for each Question	Total Marks	Details
Section A	Very Short Answer/ MCQs	14	1	14	One-word or one-line answers, all compulsory.
Section B	Short Answer Questions	7	4	28	Includes internal choices in 2 questions.
Section C	Long Answer Questions	4	7	28	Includes internal choices in 1 question.
Project	Two Case Studies	2	15	30	Internal and external examiner evaluation.
Total	-	-	-	-	100

It is advised to complete the ISC Class 12 Sociology syllabus 2026 at least 2 months before the exam commencement to start with solving the model question papers. Try not to do suggestive study and focus equally on all the chapters.