The JKBOSE Class 11 Biology Syllabus includes topics from Botany and Zoology, covering areas such as diversity of life, plant anatomy, plant physiology, animal classification, cell biology and human physiology. Knowing the complete syllabus can help you divide your preparation between the different units and identify the topics that need more revision.
The Jammu & Kashmir Board Class 11 Biology Syllabus for the 2026-27 academic session carries 100 marks, including 70 marks for theory and 30 marks for practicals. The theory syllabus is divided equally between Botany and Zoology, with 35 marks for each section. PW batches also support your preparation for the JKBOSE Class 11 Biology exam with additional learning and revision support.
The table below provides an overview of the JKBOSE Class 11 Biology Syllabus 2026-27, including the marks, theory sections and prescribed book.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Board |
Jammu & Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) |
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Class |
11th |
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Subject |
Biology |
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Academic Session |
2026-27 |
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Maximum Marks |
100 |
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Theory |
70 Marks |
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Practicals |
30 Marks |
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Theory Sections |
Botany and Zoology |
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Botany |
35 Marks |
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Zoology |
35 Marks |
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Prescribed Book |
A Textbook of Biology for Class XI, published by NCERT, New Delhi |
The JKBOSE Class 11 Biology Chapters are divided into four Botany units and four Zoology units. The Botany syllabus includes diversity, plant groups, anatomy and physiology, while Zoology covers animal diversity, biomolecules, cell biology and human physiology.
The JKBOSE Class 11 Botany Syllabus consists of four units covering plant diversity, major plant groups, plant anatomy and plant physiology.
Unit I: Diversity of Life
Unit II: Kingdom Plantae
Unit III: Plant Anatomy
Unit IV: Plant Physiology
The JKBOSE Class 11 Zoology Syllabus also consists of four units covering animal diversity, animal organisation and biomolecules, cell structure and function, and human physiology.
Unit I: Diversity in Living World
Unit II: Structural Organisation and Animal Biomolecules
Unit III: Cell Structure and Function
Unit IV: Human Physiology
The complete Jammu & Kashmir Board Class 11 Biology Syllabus includes the following units, marks and prescribed topics:
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Section |
Unit |
Marks |
Chapters / Topics |
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Botany |
Unit I: Diversity of Life |
9 |
Biodiversity; Classification and its history; Artificial, Natural and Phylogenetic classifications; Biosystematics; Taxonomy and Systematics; Species and taxonomical hierarchy; Binomial nomenclature; Herbarium; Two Kingdom and Five Kingdom classifications; Monera, Protista and Fungi; Lichens; Viruses and Viroids |
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Botany |
9 |
Major groups of plants; Algae; Bryophyta; Pteridophyta; Gymnosperms; Morphology of root, stem and leaf without modifications; Inflorescence, flower, fruit and seed; Description of family Solanaceae |
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Botany |
Unit III: Plant Anatomy |
5 |
Epidermal tissue system; Ground tissue system; Vascular tissue system; Anatomy and functions of dicot and monocot root, stem and leaves |
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Botany |
Unit IV: Plant Physiology |
12 |
Respiration; Glycolysis, Krebs cycle and Electron Transport System; ATP energetics; Chemiosmotic hypothesis; Aerobic and anaerobic respiration; Amphibolic pathways; Respiratory quotient; Photosynthesis; Photosynthetic pigments; Light-dependent and light-independent phases; Cyclic and non-cyclic photophosphorylation; Calvin (C3) cycle; Hatch & Slack (C4) cycle; Factors affecting photosynthesis; Photorespiration; Plant Growth and Development; Plant growth regulators and their physiological effects |
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Zoology |
Unit I: Diversity in Living World |
8 |
Animal Kingdom; Classification of animals; Non-chordates up to phyla level; Chordates up to class level; National Parks with special reference to Dachigam, Kishtwar, Salim Ali, Kazinag and Hemis; Sanctuaries and Biosphere Reserves |
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Zoology |
Unit II: Structural Organisation and Animal Biomolecules |
7 |
Morphology, anatomy and functions of the digestive, circulatory, respiratory, nervous and reproductive systems of Frog; Chemical constituents of living bodies; Carbohydrates; Proteins; Lipids; Nucleic acids; Primary and secondary metabolites; Enzymes: types, properties and functions |
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Zoology |
Unit III: Cell Structure and Function |
8 |
Cell and Cell Theory; Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic cells; Cell wall and membrane; Cell organelles; Cilia and Flagella; Nuclear organisation; Cell cycle; Mitosis; Meiosis |
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Zoology |
Unit IV: Human Physiology |
12 |
Breathing and Respiration; Body Fluids and Circulation; Excretory Products and their Elimination; Locomotion and Movement; Neural Control and Coordination; Chemical Coordination and Integration |
The JKBOSE Class 11 Biology Practical Syllabus carries 30 marks as part of the total 100 marks for Biology. Practical preparation includes observation or spotting, experiments and project work for both Botany and Zoology.
Observation/Spotting
Experiments
Project Work
Observation/Spotting
Experiments
Project Work
Students should prepare the practical component alongside their theory syllabus so that they have time to revise experiments, specimens, spotting activities and project work.
The JKBOSE Class 11 Biology Exam Pattern includes separate Botany and Zoology sections. Each section carries 35 marks and follows the same four-section theory pattern.
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Section |
Question Type |
Marks |
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Section A |
Objective/Multiple Choice Questions × 1 mark |
5 |
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Section B |
5 Very Short Answer Questions × 2 marks |
10 |
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Section C |
5 Short Answer Questions × 3 marks |
15 |
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Section D |
1 Long Answer Question with Internal Choice × 5 marks |
5 |
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Botany Total |
- |
35 |
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Zoology Total |
- |
35 |
With 70 marks assigned to theory and 30 marks to practicals, you should prepare for both components while revising the JKBOSE 11th Biology Syllabus.
You can divide your preparation between Botany, Zoology and practical work to cover the JKBOSE Class 11 Biology Chapters effectively.
Prepare short notes for classification, plant anatomy, plant physiology and plant growth-related topics. Revise the characteristics, processes and important terms included in each unit.
Focus on animal diversity, biomolecules, cell structure and function, and human physiology. Use short notes to revise definitions, functions, processes and classifications.
Practise labelled diagrams related to plant anatomy, cell structure, frog systems and human physiology. Regular diagram practice can help you recall structures more accurately during the exam.
Prepare answers according to the question types included in the JKBOSE Class 11 Biology Exam Pattern. Practise objective, very short answer, short answer and long answer questions.
Revise specimens, experiments, spotting activities and project work along with the theory syllabus. Do not leave practical preparation until after completing theory revision.
Revise each completed unit regularly instead of waiting until the end of the syllabus. Keep separate notes for important terms, processes and concepts that require repeated revision.
You can use JKBOSE Wallah videos for topic-wise explanations and revision. For the latest syllabus and official updates, also refer to JKBOSE notifications and the official board website.
The JKBOSE Class 11 Biology Syllabus 2026-27 covers Botany, Zoology and practical work, so regular revision across all three areas is important for the Jammu & Kashmir Board Class 11 Biology Exam 2026-27. PW supports your JKBOSE preparation for the Jammu & Kashmir Board Class 11 Biology Exam 2026-27 with learning and revision support.