West Bengal Board Class 12 (WBCHSE) Physics Syllabus 2026-27
Praveen Kushwah24 Sept, 2026
The West Bengal Board Class 12 (WBCHSE) Physics Syllabus 2026-27 outlines the prescribed curriculum for the academic session. Referring to the syllabus before starting preparation can help you divide the subject into study targets and leave sufficient time for problem-solving and revision.
Physics preparation involves understanding concepts and applying them while solving numerical and theoretical questions. Without a clear study plan, it can become difficult to balance concept learning with regular practice. The chapter-wise syllabus and PDF can help you organise the required portion, while PW provides live classes, DPPs and tests for learning and practice.
WBCHSE Class 12 Physics Syllabus 2026-27: Overview
The syllabus gives the prescribed Physics curriculum for Class 12 for the 2026-27 academic session. The basic details are listed below for quick reference.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Board |
West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) |
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Class |
Class 12 |
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Academic Year |
2026-27 |
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Subject |
Physics |
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Official Website |
WBCHSE Class 12 Physics Chapter-wise Syllabus 2026-27
The WBCHSE Class 12 Physics Syllabus 2026-27 is given below in a chapter-wise format. You can use the list to divide the prescribed portion into learning, practice and revision targets.
| No. | Chapter-wise Syllabus |
|---|---|
| 1 | Electric Charge and field |
| 2 | ELectric Potential & Capacitance |
| 3 | Current Electricity |
| 4 | Moving Charges & Magnetism |
| 5 | EMI & AC |
| 6 | EMW |
| 7 | Ray Optics & Optical Instruments |
| 8 | Wave Optics |
| 9 | Dual Nature & Radiation |
| 10 | ATOM |
| 11 | Nuclei |
| 12 | Electronics Devices |
| 13 | Communication |
WBCHSE Class 12 Physics Syllabus PDF Download
The WBCHSE Class 12 Physics Syllabus PDF can be kept as a reference while preparing for the academic session. It can help you track the prescribed portion as you complete different parts of the syllabus and plan revision accordingly.
West Bengal Board Class 12 (WBCHSE) Physics Syllabus 2026-27
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WBCHSE Class 12 Physics Marking Scheme 2026-27
The WBCHSE Class 12 Physics marking scheme 2026-27 is divided into Semester III and Semester IV, with 35 marks for theory in each semester. Students should focus on the unit-wise marks distribution to plan their preparation and revision effectively.
| Semester | Unit | Chapter/Topic | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester III | 1 | Electrostatics | 8 |
| 2 | Current Electricity | 8 | |
| 3 | Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism | 8 | |
| 4 | Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Current | 8 | |
| 5 | Electromagnetic Waves | 3 | |
| Semester III Total | Theory | 35 | |
| Semester IV | 6 | Optics | 14 |
| 7 | Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter | 4 | |
| 8 | Atoms and Nuclei | 6 | |
| 9 | Electronic Devices | 8 | |
| 10 | Communication Systems | 3 | |
| Semester IV Total | Theory | 35 | |
| Class 12 Total | Theory | 70 |
The unit-wise distribution in the official syllabus is 8, 8, 8, 8 and 3 marks for Semester III, and 14, 4, 6, 8 and 3 marks for Semester IV.
Practical and Project Marks
| Component | Marks |
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| Practical/Experiment 1 | 8 |
| Practical/Experiment 2 | 8 |
| Viva Voce | 4 |
| Laboratory Notebook | 3 |
| Project Work | 7 |
| Total Practical/Project | 30 |
| Theory + Practical/Project | 100 |
The practical scheme allocates 16 marks to the two experiments, 4 to viva, 3 to the laboratory notebook and 7 to project work
WBCHSE Class 12 Physics Preparation Strategy
Physics requires consistent practice along with conceptual understanding. A useful approach is to move from understanding a concept to applying it through questions, followed by revision.
1. Understand the concept before using formulas
Do not rely on formula memorisation alone. First understand what a formula represents and where it can be applied. This makes it easier to select the right approach when solving questions.
2. Practise numerical questions regularly
Set aside time specifically for numerical practice. Write the given information, select the relevant formula and work through the calculation step by step.
3. Maintain a formula revision sheet
Keep important formulas in one place for quick revision. Add related units or conditions wherever needed so that the sheet is useful during problem-solving practice.
4. Work on diagrams and representations
Use labelled diagrams wherever they help explain a concept or setup. Drawing the required representation while studying can also make revision more effective.
5. Test your preparation at regular intervals
Do not wait until the end of the syllabus to assess your preparation. Take practice tests at regular intervals and review the questions you could not solve or answered incorrectly. PW DPPs and tests can be used for this additional practice.
The WBCHSE Class 12 Physics Syllabus 2026-27 lists the prescribed curriculum for the academic session. Use the chapter-wise syllabus and PDF to divide your preparation and plan revision. PW live classes, DPPs and tests can add regular learning and practice to your preparation.
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