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CBSE Class 12 Commerce Syllabus 2023-24 [Subject-Wise Syllabus]

Author : Palak Khanna

February 12, 2024

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Reader's Digest: If you're a Class 12 Commerce student gearing up for the academic year 2023-24, you won't want to miss what's in store for you! The CBSE has revamped the syllabus, and it's packed with exciting updates, including the CBSE Class 12 Commerce syllabus.

The Central Board of Secondary Education, or CBSE for short, is the main body responsible for education standards in many schools across India.

For the academic year 2023-24, CBSE has shared the latest syllabus for those students who have chosen the Commerce stream in Class 12. If you're a student, parent, or teacher, it's important to know what this syllabus includes, as it will guide what will be taught and learned in the coming year.

CBSE Class 12 Commerce Syllabus

In simple words, think of the syllabus as a map. Just like how a map guides us on a journey, the syllabus guides the students on their learning journey for the year. And just like roads or paths might change over time, sometimes the syllabus can also change based on what the CBSE thinks is best.

For the year 2023-24, some new topics might have been added, some might have been removed, or some might remain the same. So, it's always a good idea to check the latest syllabus and prepare accordingly. This article will give you all the details about the CBSE Class 12 Commerce syllabus for 2023-24. Let's dive in!

Download Revised CBSE Class 12 Commerce Syllabus PDF

Revised Syllabus of Class 12 Commerce CBSE 2023-24

Please find the syllabus and subject weightage for the commerce stream below.

CBSE Class 12 Commerce Syllabus for Accountancy

The new course structure for the Accountancy subject provides 80 marks weightage for theory and 20 marks for the project. In the theoretical portion, every unit carries a different weightage as given below in the following table. 

Check out the detailed CBSE Class 12 Accountancy Syllabus and its weight below. 

Units Marks
Part A Accounting for Not-for-Profit Organizations, Partnership Firms and Companies Total - 60
Unit 1. Financial Statements of Not-for-Profit Organizations 10
Unit 2. Accounting for Partnership Firms 30
Unit 3. Accounting for Companies  20
Part B Financial Statement Analysis Total - 20
Unit 4. Analysis of Financial Statements 12
Unit 5. Cash Flow Statement 8
Or 
Part B Computerized Accounting  Total - 20
Unit 4. Computerized Accounting 20
Part C: Project Work 20

CBSE Class 12 Business Studies 2023-24 Syllabus

The theory exam holds a weightage of 80 marks while the project work holds a weightage of 20 marks. Go through the detailed CBSE Class 12 Business Studies Syllabus below. Also, the marks distribution for different units is tabulated below:

Units Marks
Part A Principles and Functions of Management Total - 50
1. Nature and Significance of Management

16
2. Principles of Management 
3. Business Environment 
4. Planning 
14
5. Organising 
6. Staffing

20
7. Directing
8. Controlling
Part B Business Finance and Marketing Total - 30
9. Financial Management
15
10. Financial Markets
11. Marketing Management 
15
12. Consumer Protection
Project Work (One) 20

CBSE Class 12 Economics Syllabus 2023-24 & Weightage

Economics is given a weightage of 80 marks for theory and 20 marks for project work. Here is the brief CBSE Class 12 Economics Syllabus tabulated. Marks Allocation for different units done by CBSE is as follows:

Units Marks
Part A Introductory Macroeconomics Total - 40
National Income and Related Aggregates 10
Money and Banking  6
Determination of Income and Employment 12
Government Budget and the Economy 6
Balance of Payments 6
Part B Indian Economic Development Total - 40
Development Experience (1947-90) and Economic Reforms since 1991  12
Current Challenges facing Indian Economy 22
Development Experience of India – A Comparison with Neighbours 06
Part C: Project Work 20

CBSE Class 12 English Syllabus 2023-24 & Weightage

This subject carries 80 marks for the theory paper and 20 marks for the listening and speaking skills exam. Marks are allocated according to various sections that examine English Language as well as Literature skills as mentioned in the table below:

Section Competencies Total Marks
Reading Comprehension Conceptual understanding, decoding, Analyzing, inferring, interpreting, appreciating, literary, conventions and vocabulary, summarizing and using appropriate format/s 20
Creative writing skills and Grammar Conceptual Understanding, application of rules, Analysis, Reasoning, appropriacy of and tone, using appropriate format and fluency, inference, analysis, evaluation and creativity 16
Literature Textbooks and Supplementary Reading Text Recalling, reasoning, appreciating literary convention, inference, analysis, creativity with fluency 44
Assessment of Listening and Speaking Skills - 20

CBSE Class 12 Mathematics Syllabus 2023-24

Mathematics is one such subject among the 12th Commerce Subjects which is very important. Most of you find Maths difficult, however, if prepared well it is definitely easy to score marks. 

The mathematics exam is divided into 80 marks for theoretical paper and 20 marks for internal assessment. In Mathematics, marks are not allocated chapter/unit-wise. Instead, marks are allotted to the respective topics as given in the table below:

Topics Marks
Unit-1: Relations and Functions 08
Unit-2: Algebra 10
Unit-3: Calculus 35
Unit-4: Vectors and Three - Dimensional Geometry  14
Unit-5: Linear Programming 05
Unit-6: Probability 08
Internal Assessment 20

Check Out - Complete Syllabus of CBSE Class 12 Mathematics Subject

CBSE Class 12 Information Practices 2023-24 Syllabus

In this subject, 30 marks are allocated for practicals and theoretical paper is given a weightage of 70 marks. Unit-wise marks distribution of Informatics Practices is given in the table below:

Units Marks
Unit-1: Data Handling - 2  30
Unit-2: Basic Software Engineering 15
Unit-3: Data Management - 2  15
Unit-4: Society, Law and Ethics - 2 10
Practical 30

CBSE Class 12 Computer Science 2023-24 Syllabus

In Computer Science, 30 marks are allocated for practicals and theoretical paper is given a weightage of 70 marks. Unit-wise Computer Science Syllabus marks distribution is given in the table below:

Units Marks
Unit-1: Programming and Computational Thinking-2 30
Unit-2: Computer Networks 15
Unit-3: Data Management-2 15
Unit-4: Society, Law and Ethics-2 10
Practical 30

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CBSE Class 12 Legal Studies 2023-24 Syllabus

Legal Studies is given a weightage of 80 marks for theory and 20 marks for project work. Unit-wise mark allocation of the subject is given in the following table:

Units Marks
Unit-1: Theory and Nature of Political Institutions 15
Unit-2:Nature and sources of law 15
Unit-3: Historical Evolution of Indian Legal System  10
Unit-4: Judiciary: Constitutional, Civil and Criminal Courts and Process  20
Unit-5: Family Justice System  20
Project on unit 2 20

CBSE Class 12 Commerce Syllabus 2023-24 PDF Download Link

Please click the link provided below to access and download separate syllabus PDFs for all subjects within the commerce stream.

Download CBSE Class 12 Commerce Syllabus PDF

Key Takeaways

  1. Syllabus Revamp: The CBSE Class 12 Commerce syllabus for 2023-24 has undergone changes. It's essential to familiarize oneself with these updates.
  2. Guiding Tool: Think of the syllabus as a guiding map for your academic journey for the year.
  3. Subject Breakdown: Each subject, be it Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics, English, Mathematics, Information Practices, Computer Science, or Legal Studies, has a defined weightage for theory and practical/project work.
  4. Stay Updated: Always refer to the latest syllabus before diving into your preparations. It ensures you're on the right track.
  5. Resources Available: Alongside the syllabus, you can also access previous year's question papers and study notes to aid your preparations.
  6. Be Prepared: Changes in the syllabus mean that certain topics might be new, some might be removed, and some might stay the same. Adjust your study plans accordingly!

Stay informed, stay ahead! Best of luck with your academic endeavors!

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