JKBOSE Class 12 Exam Pattern 2026 - Check JKBOSE Board 12th Subject-Wise Pattern, Marking Scheme

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Updated On: August 22, 2025 11:53 AM

JKBOSE Class 12 Exam Pattern 2026 is based on 5 subjects, each of which will carry 100 marks in the exam. You must score at least 33% in General English and 36% in 4 other subjects (separately in theory and practicals/internal assessments) to pass.

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JKBOSE Class 12 Exam Pattern 2026 provides detailed information about the curriculum. There are 5 main subjects included in the curriculum. There are three streams available for you to choose from. 100 marks are allotted for each subject, which are further divided into theory and practical/internal assessment. According to the regulations set forward by JKBOSE, you are required to score 33% in General English and 36% in the other four subjects separately in both theory and practical to pass class 12th. You must also have detailed information about the JKBOSE 12th Syllabus 2025-26 to kick-start the preparation for the exams. If you want to download the JKBOSE Class 12 Exam Pattern 2026 PDF, you can scroll down below.

Also Check JKBOSE 12th Date Sheet 2026

JKBOSE Class 12 English Exam Pattern 2026

You can refer to the detailed description of the question paper for English from the table given below to understand the curriculum in more detail:

Q No

Description

Weightage

SECTION A: READING COMPREHENSION (20 Marks)

1

One unseen passage (400–500 words) for note-making (5 marks), summarizing (4 marks) and providing the summary a title (1 mark).

10 marks

2

One unseen prose passage (400–500 words) followed by ten questions (MCQs, true/false, yes/no) to assess comprehension, interpretation, inference, and vocabulary.

10 marks

SECTION B: WRITING SKILLS AND GRAMMAR (30 Marks)

3

One out of two questions on advertisements/ writing formal/informal invitations and replies (40–50 words).

4 marks

4

One out of two questions on letter writing (business or official letters for making enquiries, registering complaints, asking for/giving information, placing orders, replies; letters to the editor with suggestions/opinions; letters to school/college authorities about admissions, school issues, course requirements, etc.) (120–150 words). • Address – 1 mark • Salutation – 1 mark • Body – 3 marks • Closing – 1 mark

6 marks

5

One question on writing a resume along with a cover letter. • Resume – 4 marks • Cover letter (120–150 words) – 2 marks

6 marks

6

One out of two compositions on article/debate/speech/personality profile/personal narrative/humorous writing (200–250 words).

6 marks

7

One passage (100–150 words) for editing to test: reflexive pronouns, tenses, punctuation, narration, conjunctions, prepositions, change of voice (8 items).

8 marks

SECTION C: LITERATURE (30 Marks)

8

One poetic passage from prescribed textbooks, followed by four objective-type questions on context, comprehension, poetic devices, theme, etc.

Two out of three short-answer type questions on prescribed poems (other than included at 8a) based on poetic devices, theme, and global comprehension (40–50 words each).

10 marks

9

Three out of five short-answer type questions from Falmingo prose lessons to assess inference and critical thinking (40–50 words each).

9 marks

10

One out of two long answer-type questions from Vistas-based prose lessons (150–200 words) to assess inference, critical thinking, appreciation, global comprehension, theme, style, and extrapolation beyond the texts.

6 marks

11

One out of two long-answer type questions from the play is based on inference, theme, characterisation, setting, plot, literary devices, and critical thinking (120–150 words).

5 marks

During the time of revisions, you can download JKBOSE Class 12 Previous Year Question Papers to revise the syllabus.

JKBOSE Class 12 Economics Exam Pattern 2026

The syllabus for Economics is divided into two parts. You can refer to the detailed exam pattern from the table given below:

Units

Topic

Marks

Unit 1

Introduction'

4

Unit 2

Consumer Equilibrium and Demand

14

Unit 3

Producer Behaviour and Supply

14

Unit 4

Forms of Market and Price Determination

8

Introductory Macroeconomics

Unit 5

National Income and Related Aggregates

10

Unit 6

Money and Banking

6

Unit 7

Aggregate Demand and Aggregate Supply

12

Unit 8

Government Budget and the Economy

6

Unit 9

Balance of Payments and International Institutions

6

Project Work

20

JKBOSE Class 12 Mathematics Exam Pattern 2026

A total of 8 units is included in the Mathematics syllabus. You can refer to the detailed exam pattern from the table given below:

Topic

Marks

Relations and Functions

8

Algebra

10

Calculus

35

Vectors and Three-Dimensional Geometry

14

Linear Programming

5

Probability

8

JKBOSE Class 12 Geography Exam Pattern 2026

A total of 11 units is included in the Geography syllabus. You can refer to the detailed exam pattern from the table given below:

Unit

Topic

Marks

Unit 1

Human Geography: Nature and Scope

3 marks

Unit 2

People

6 marks

Unit 3

'Human Activities

12 marks

Unit 4

'Transport, Communication and Trade

12 marks

Unit 5

Map work

2 marks

India People and Economy

Unit 6

People

5 marks

Unit 7

Human Settlements

4 marks

Unit 8

Resources and Development

10 marks

Unit 9

'Transport, International Trade and Communication

8 marks

Unit 10

Geographical Perspective on Selected Problems and Issues

5 marks

Unit 11

Map work

3 marks

Also Check JKBOSE 12th Sample Papers 2025-26

JKBOSE 12th Political Science Exam Pattern 2026

The theory paper in Political Science will be conducted for 80 marks. Check out the detailed exam pattern from the table given below:

Units

Topics

Marks

Unit 1

Disintegration of the “Second World” and the Collapse of Bipolarity

6

Unit 2

Alternative Centres of Economics and Political Power

6

Unit 3

South Asia in the post - Cold War

6

Unit 4

International organisations in a unipolar world

6

Unit 5

Security in Contemporary World

6

Unit 6

Globalization and its critics

4

Unit 7

Environmental and Natural Resources in Global Politics

6

Unit 8

Nation Building and its Problems

6

Unit 9

Era of One-Party Dominance

4

Unit 10

Politics of Planned Development

2

Unit 11

India’s External Relations

6

Unit 12

Challenges to and Restoration of Congress System

5

Unit 13

Crisis of the Constitutional order

4

Unit 14

Regional Aspirations and Conflicts

6

Unit 15

Recent Developments in Indian Politics

7

JKBOSE 12th Physics Exam Pattern 2026

The theory paper in Physics will be conducted for 70 marks. Check out the detailed exam pattern from the table given below:

Chapters

Marks

Unit 1: Electrostatics

8

Unit 2: Current Electricity

7

Unit 3: Magnetic Effects of Current & Magnetism

9

Unit 4: Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Current

9

Unit 5: Electromagnetic Waves

3

Unit 6: Optics

14

Unit 7: Dual Nature of Matter

4

Unit 8: Atom & Nuclei

8

Unit 9: Electronic Device

7

JKBOSE 12th Chemistry Exam Pattern 2026

The theory paper in Chemistry will be conducted for 70 marks. Check out the detailed exam pattern from the table given below:

Chapters

Marks

Unit 1: Solutions

7

Unit 2: Electrochemistry

9

Unit 3: Chemical Kinetics

7

Unit 4: d- and f- Block elements

7

Unit 5: Coordination Compounds

7

Unit 6: Haloalkanes and Haloarenes

6

Unit 7: Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers

6

Unit 8: Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids

8

Unit 9: Organic Compounds containing Nitrogen

6

Unit 10: Biomolecules

7

JKBOSE 12th Biology Exam Pattern 2026

The Biology syllabus is divided into zoology and botany, with a theory paper of 70 marks. Check out the detailed exam pattern from the table given below:

Chapters

Marks

Unit 1: Reproduction in Flowering Plants

7

Unit 2: Genetics

9

Unit 3: Biology & Human Welfare (Botany)

7

Unit 4: Ecology & Environment

12

Unit 5: Reproduction in Animals

11

Unit 6: Genetics & Evolution in Human

12

Unit 7: Biology in Human Welfare

7

Unit 8: Biotechnology & its applications

5

JKBOSE Class 12 Psychology Exam Pattern 2026

You can understand the detailed weight allocated for each unit included in Psychology from the table given below:

Units

Topics

Marks

Unit 1

Intelligence and Aptitude

10

Unit 2

Self and Personality

9

Unit 3

Meeting Life Challenges

8

Unit 4

Psychological Disorders

9

Unit 5

Therapeutic Approaches

9

Unit 6

Attitude and Social Cognition

9

Unit 7

Group Processes and Social Influence

7

Unit 8

Statistics

9

Practicals

-

30

JKBOSE Class 12 Sociology Exam Pattern 2026

There are 11 units included in the Sociology syllabus. You can refer to the detailed information from the table given below:

Units

Topics

Marks

Unit 1

Introducing Indian Society

non-evalautive

Unit 2

Demography and Society

8

Unit 3

Social Institutions

8

Unit 4

Social Inequality

8

Unit 5

Challenges to National Integration

8

Unit 6

Methodology

8

Unit 7

Processes of Social Change in India

8

Unit 8

Change and Development in Rural Society

8

Unit 9

Globalization and Social Change

8

Unit 10

Mass Media and Society

8

Unit 11

Social Movements

8

Practical

-

20

JKBOSE 12th Home Science Exam Pattern 2026

You can refer to the detailed exam pattern for Home Science from the table given below:

Units

Topics

Marks

Unit 1

Understanding Early Childhood

18

Unit 2

Nutrition for Self, Family and Community

09

Unit 3

Ways to Ensure Good Health for the Family

09

Unit 4

Money Management and Consumer Education

11

Unit 5

Consumer Protection and Education

06

Unit 6

Clothing - Selection and Care

11

Unit 7

Applications of Home Science Education

06

Practical

-

30

JKBOSE Class 12 History Exam Pattern 2026

There are three main units included in the History syllabus. You can refer to the detailed exam pattern from the table given below:

Topic

Marks

Themes in Indian History Part I

25 marks

Themes in Indian History Part II

25 marks

Themes in Indian History Part III

25 marks

Map Work

05 marks

Project Work

20 marks

JKBOSE 12th Business Studies Exam Pattern 2026

The theory paper in Business Studies will be conducted for 80 marks. You can refer to the detailed exam pattern from the table given below:

Units

Topics

Marks

Unit 1

Nature and Significance of Management

7

Unit 2

Principles of Management

6

Unit 3

Business Environment

3

Unit 4

Planning

7

Unit 5

Organising

7

Unit 6

Staffing

8

Unit 7

Directing

8

Unit 8

Controlling

4

Unit 9

Business Finance

10

Unit 10

Marketing Management

14

Unit 11

Consumer Protection

6

JKBOSE 12th Accountancy Exam Pattern 2026

The Accountancy syllabus is divided into four units. You can refer to the detailed exam pattern from the table given below:

Units

Topics

Marks

Unit 1

Accounting for Partnership Firms

35

Unit 2

Accounting for Companies

25

Unit 3

Financial Statement Analysis

12

Unit 4

Cash Flow Statement

8

JKBOSE 12th Exam Pattern 2026 Download PDF

The latest exam pattern PDF is now available on the official website of the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education. We have also provided the latest PDF of the exam pattern below, which you can download with just one click:

Do not forget to download the latest syllabus and prepare for the exam based on the latest curriculum. You can also use model test papers to revise for the exam easily.

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FAQs

What is the weightage in JKBOSE 12th?

100 marks are provided to each subject included in the curriculum in JKBOSE 12th. There are five main subjects included in the curriculum, with one language paper. 100 marks are divided into theory and practical/internal assessment. 

What are the passing marks out of 80 in JKBOSE 12th?

In JKBOSE 12th, you are required to get 29 marks out of 80 to pass. The remaining marks are either provided to an internal assessment or a practical exam, out of 20 marks, that are provided to either of the exams you are required to get 7 to pass.

What are the passing marks for JKBOSE 12th?

The passing marks for JKBOSE 12th are 33% in General English and 36% in each of the remaining four (04) elective subjects. In a subject in which there is a practical examination, the passing marks are 36% in theory and practicals (separately in the practical and internal Assessment) and 36% in the aggregate of theory and practical.

Are there any changes in the JKBOSE 12th Exam Pattern 2026?

No, there are not many changes recorded in the JKBOSE 12th Exam Pattern 2026; however, there can be a few minor changes, so make sure to check the subject-wise exam pattern very carefully from the new curriculum PDF. 

Is the JKBOSE 12th Exam Pattern 2026 out?

Yes, JKBOSE 12th Exam Pattern 2026 is now available on the official website of the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education at jkbose.nic.in. You just need to go to the students' corner and click on the syllabus option to download the latest curriculum. 

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