PUC I & II (Pre-University Course) Karnataka Board Syllabus – KSEAB

Overview of PUC I & II under Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board

The Pre-University Course (PUC) I and II, conducted by the Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB), is an important academic stage for students after completing their SSLC (Class 10). Spread across two years, PUC serves as a bridge between school education and higher education, preparing students for university-level studies. The syllabus for PUC I and II is carefully designed to provide a solid foundation in chosen streams while promoting critical thinking, analytical skills, and subject expertise. Students can opt for three major streams – Science, Commerce, and Arts (Humanities) – depending on their interests and career goals.

In the Science stream, subjects include Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology, with an option to choose Computer Science or Electronics as electives. This stream is ideal for students aspiring to pursue careers in engineering, medicine, or pure sciences. The Commerce stream offers subjects like Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics, Statistics, and optional subjects such as Computer Science or Basic Maths. It prepares students for professional courses like B.Com, CA, CS, and management studies. The Arts stream provides a wide choice of subjects such as History, Political Science, Sociology, Geography, Psychology, and Economics, enabling students to pursue higher studies in humanities, social sciences, law, journalism, and related fields. PUC I (Class 11) primarily focuses on introducing students to the fundamentals of their chosen subjects, ensuring conceptual clarity and gradual progression from the SSLC level. PUC II (Class 12) builds on these concepts with an advanced syllabus that aligns with national-level competitive exams like JEE, NEET, CLAT, and CA Foundation. Alongside academics, the curriculum emphasizes skill development, logical reasoning, and communication skills, preparing students for future challenges.

The KSEAB syllabus is structured with equal importance given to theory and practical learning. Science subjects include laboratory experiments, while Commerce and Arts subjects encourage project work, field studies, and case analyses. Each subject carries both internal assessment and board exam marks, ensuring continuous evaluation throughout the year. Overall, the PUC I & II syllabus under KSEAB plays a vital role in shaping students’ academic and career paths. It not only equips them with in-depth knowledge in their chosen fields but also prepares them for professional courses and higher education. With its comprehensive and competitive design, the syllabus ensures that students graduating from Karnataka’s pre-university system are well-prepared to face future academic and career challenges.

Find subject subject-wise PDF of PUC I & II under the Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board

S.no.Chapter-Wise PUC I & II (Pre-University Course) Karnataka Board Syllabus – KSEAB

subject-wise exam pattern and marks distribution for PUC I & II (Pre-University Course)

General Exam Pattern (PUC I & II)

  • Each subject carries 100 marks.

  • Distribution: Theory – 70 marks, Practical/Internal – 30 marks (for subjects with practicals).

  • For subjects without practicals: Theory – 100 marks (including internal assessment).

  • Passing criteria: Minimum 35% overall (i.e., 35 marks out of 100).

Science Stream

1. Physics (I & II PUC)

  • Theory: 70 marks (3-hour exam)

  • Practical: 30 marks (experiments, viva, records)

  • Topics: Mechanics, Electricity, Magnetism, Optics, Modern Physics

2. Chemistry (I & II PUC)

  • Theory: 70 marks

  • Practical: 30 marks (lab experiments, project work, viva)

  • Topics: Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry

3. Mathematics (I & II PUC)

  • Theory only: 100 marks (3-hour exam)

  • Topics: Algebra, Calculus, Probability, Trigonometry, Statistics

4. Biology (I & II PUC)

  • Theory: 70 marks

  • Practical: 30 marks (dissections, slides, records, viva)

  • Topics: Botany, Zoology, Ecology, Genetics, Human Physiology

5. Computer Science / Electronics (if opted)

  • Theory: 70 marks

  • Practical: 30 marks

  • Topics: Programming (C++, Python), Hardware, Networking, Circuits

Commerce Stream

1. Accountancy

  • Theory: 80 marks

  • Project/Internal: 20 marks (records, assignments)

  • Topics: Partnership Accounts, Company Accounts, Financial Statements

2. Business Studies

  • Theory: 80 marks

  • Internal Assessment: 20 marks

  • Topics: Principles of Management, Business Environment, Marketing, Finance

3. Economics

  • Theory: 80 marks

  • Internal Assessment: 20 marks

  • Topics: Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Indian Economy, Statistics

4. Statistics (if opted)

  • Theory: 80 marks

  • Practical/IA: 20 marks (statistical projects, assignments)

  • Topics: Probability, Correlation, Regression, Index Numbers

5. Basic Maths / Computer Science (optional)

  • Theory: 100 marks (for Maths)

  • For Computer Science → Theory 70 + Practical 30

Arts (Humanities) Stream

1. History

  • Theory: 80 marks

  • IA: 20 marks (assignments, project work)

  • Topics: Indian History, World History, Freedom Movements

2. Political Science

  • Theory: 80 marks

  • IA: 20 marks

  • Topics: Political Theory, Indian Constitution, International Relations

3. Sociology

  • Theory: 80 marks

  • IA: 20 marks

  • Topics: Society, Social Institutions, Culture, Social Change

4. Geography

  • Theory: 70 marks

  • Practical: 30 marks (map work, field study)

  • Topics: Physical Geography, Human Geography, Environmental Studies

5. Psychology

  • Theory: 70 marks

  • Practical: 30 marks (experiments, case studies, records)

  • Topics: Cognitive Psychology, Personality, Developmental Psychology

6. Economics (if opted) – Same as Commerce stream.

Languages (Common for All Streams)

  • First Language (Kannada/English/Hindi/Marathi/Telugu/Tamil/Sanskrit/Urdu, etc.)

    • Theory: 100 marks

  • Second Language

    • Theory: 100 marks