The Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB) organizes the Class 12 exams annually as a key academic milestone for students in Karnataka. These exams assess proficiency in subjects prescribed by the board, including languages, mathematics, and optional streams like science or commerce. Performance in these exams plays a critical role in shaping students' future academic and career paths by influencing university admissions and scholarship opportunities.

Students who have successfully completed Class 11 from a school recognized by the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board are eligible to appear for the Class 12 exams. Candidates must be at least 17 years of age as of the exam year. There is no restriction on the number of attempts, provided the eligibility criteria are met each time. Students must register through their respective schools and select subjects as per the board's prescribed curriculum.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Registration 2023

Karnataka 2nd PUC Registration 2023 is expected to start in October 2022. The Department of Pre-University Education (PUE), Karnataka releases the application forms for the Karnataka 2nd PUC exam on its official website. Both private and regular candidates must register to appear for the 2nd PUC board exams in 2023.

• Regular candidates can get the application form from their school and submit it to the Head of Institution.
• Private candidates can get the form from their enrolled school or the head office of the Department of PUE, Karnataka.
• The registration fee must be paid through the mode prescribed by the school.

Highlights

The key details of the Karnataka 2nd PUC registration are listed below.

Particulars	Details
Name of the Exam	Karnataka 2nd PUC Examination 2023
Conducting Body	Department of Pre-University Education, Karnataka
Date of Registration	October 2022 (Tentative)
Date of Exam	March 2023 (Tentative)
Official Website	pue.karnataka.gov.in

Application Form

The Karnataka 2nd PUC registration forms will be released online. Candidates can collect the forms from their respective schools. The filled hard copy of the form must be submitted to the school with the required fee and documents.

Steps to Download the Application Form

School authorities can download the application form using the steps below.

1. Visit the official website of the Karnataka Board at pue.karnataka.gov.in.
2. Click on the 'Class XII – PUC II Registration 2023' link under the 'Recent Circulars' section.
3. The registration form will open as a PDF on the screen.
4. Download the form and take a printout.

Fee Payment Procedure

Students must pay the application fee through the mode prescribed by the school to complete registration. Both online and offline payment options are available.

Offline Payment Procedure

The steps for offline fee payment are given below.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Re-evaluation Application Form

Karnataka 2nd PUC re-evaluation application forms are released one month after the result is declared. These forms are for candidates who are not satisfied with their results.

Follow these steps to fill the re-evaluation application form on the official Karnataka Board website:

1. Go to the official website at pue.karnataka.gov.in.
2. Select the re-evaluation link from the "Latest News" section.
3. Fill in all the required details.
4. Proceed to the payment option.
5. Take a printout of the application form after payment and final submission.

Note: Candidates who failed in the Karnataka 2nd PUC board exams can appear for supplementary exams to save their academic year.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Re-evaluation Fee

The fee details for the revaluation process of Karnataka Board are given below.

Particulars	Fees
Application Fee for a Scanned Copy of Answer Sheet	Rs. 630/-
Re-evaluation Fee (per subject)	Rs. 1670/-
Re-totalling	To be notified

Fee Payment Process

The challan generation and payment process is done through the Karnataka One portal.

Challan Generation Procedure

• Visit the official website karnatakaone.gov.in.
• Under the 'News' section, click on the 'Generate Challan' option.
• Enter the required details in the appropriate fields.
• Click on 'Generate Challan' and print it out.
• Complete the payment process from the respective bank by providing the challan.

Online Payment Procedure

The online fee payment procedure is as follows:

• Visit the official website karnatakaone.gov.in.
• Under the 'News' section, click on the 'Generate Challan' option.
• Fill all the required details.
• Select 'online payment' method and click on 'Get Challan'.
• A new page will open up. Click on the 'Pay Now' button.
• Complete the payment and do not refresh or exit the page until the confirmation is received.
• The payment confirmation message will be received on the registered mobile number.
• Save the payment receipt for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ques. When will Karnataka 2nd PUC exam 2023 date sheet be released?

Ans. Karnataka 2nd PUC mid-term exam 2022 date sheet is likely to be out in the month of November 2022.

Ques. From where can I get the syllabus of Karnataka 2nd PUC exam?

Ans. Candidates can download the Karnataka 2nd PUC syllabus from the official website pue.karnataka.gov.in as PDF files.

Ques. Is there any change in the exam pattern of Karnataka 2nd PUC exam?

Ans. Yes, the board has changed the exam pattern of Karnataka 2nd PUC exam 2022. The exam pattern is available on the official website.

Ques. What is the eligibility criteria to appear for Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam?

Ans. To appear for Karnataka 2nd PUC exam, the candidate must have cleared the 1st PUC exam from any recognized school. Also, the student must have the required attendance to sit for the exam.

Ques. How to apply for Karnataka 2nd PUC re-evaluation?

Ans. Karnataka 2nd PUC Re-evaluation forms are released soon after the declaration of board exam results. Candidates have to apply for revaluation through the official website of Karnataka Board.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam 2023 Date Sheet

The Karnataka 2nd PUC mid-term exam 2022 date sheet is likely to be released in November 2022. The board releases the date sheet for the final exams separately.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Syllabus

Candidates can download the Karnataka 2nd PUC syllabus from the official website pue.karnataka.gov.in. The syllabus is available as PDF files on the website.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam Pattern

The board has changed the exam pattern of the Karnataka 2nd PUC exam 2022. The updated exam pattern is available on the official website.

Eligibility Criteria

To appear for the Karnataka 2nd PUC exam, the candidate must have cleared the 1st PUC exam from any recognized school. The student must also have the required attendance to sit for the exam.

How to Apply for Re-evaluation

Karnataka 2nd PUC re-evaluation forms are released soon after the declaration of board exam results. Candidates have to apply for revaluation through the official website of the Karnataka Board.

Karnataka Board Highlights

The Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB) conducts the Karnataka 2nd PUC Exams and Karnataka SSLC Exams every year in February and March. The Board releases the exam pattern for all subjects on its official website.

Particulars	Details
Name of the Board	Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB)
Exam Mode	Offline
Class / Standard	Secondary School Leaving Certificate Exam and Pre-University Course Exam
Exam Month	February / March
Official Website	kseeb.kar.nic.in

Latest Updates

Karnataka 2nd PUC mid-term exams will be held from Dec. 9 to Dec. 23, 2021. This update was announced on Nov. 20, 2021.

On Nov. 15, 2021, DPUE, Karnataka proposed various changes in the Karnataka 2nd PUC exam pattern.

Karnataka SSLC Exam Pattern

Karnataka SSLC exams are conducted in MCQ format, with each paper carrying a maximum of 120 marks. The language exam has 40 MCQ questions for each language, and students receive OMR sheets to answer them. The new exam duration is 1.5 hours.

KSEEB has not yet revealed the exact topic-wise and subject-wise weightage for the new pattern. The topic-wise weightage followed till 2021 is given below.

Karnataka SSLC Exam Pattern: Physics

Chapter	Marks
Electricity	7
Light Reflection and Refraction	7
Acids, Bases and Salts	6
Metals and Non-Metals	6
Life Processes	6
Magnetic Effects of Electric Currents	6
Carbon and its compounds	6
Heredity and Evolution	6
Control and Coordination	5
How do Organisms Reproduce	5
Human Eye and the Colourful World	5
Chemical Reactions and Equations	4
Periodic Classification of Elements	3
Sources of Energy	3
Sustainable Management of Natural Resources	3
Our Environment	2
Total	80

Karnataka SSLC Exam Pattern: Mathematics

Many chapters have been excluded from the Mathematics syllabus after a 30% reduction, and these will not be taught in school. The board officials have approved the revised syllabus, and it will be uploaded on the website soon.

With fewer topics, the per-chapter weightage will increase. The maximum marks for any paper will not change. Each paper carries 100 marks, including theory, practical, and internal assessment.

Chapters	Marks
Triangles	8
Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables	8
Surface Areas and Volumes	7
Statistics	6
Quadratic Equations	6
Polynomials	6
Arithmetic Progressions	6
Introduction to Trigonometry	5
Constructions	5
Coordinate Geometry	5
Real Numbers	4
Some Applications of Trigonometry	4
Probability	3
Area Related to Circles	3
Total	80

Karnataka SSLC Exam Pattern: Social Science

There are 5 subjects in the SSLC Social Science exam. In the 100-mark paper, History and Geography carry the maximum weightage, while Economics and Sociology carry the minimum.

English remains a compulsory language paper of 100 marks. Candidates can choose Business Studies as an optional or elective subject, but passing in it is mandatory. The minimum pass marks for every paper is 35%, and the aggregate pass marks is also 35%.

Karnataka SSLC Exam Pattern: Social Science

The Social Science paper in Karnataka SSLC is for 80 marks. It covers History, Political Science, Sociology, Geography, Economics, and Business Studies.

Topics	Marks
History	25
Political Science	10
Sociology	8
Geography	23
Economics	7
Business Studies	7
Total	80

Karnataka SSLC Exam Pattern: English

English language and literature has three sections: Reading, Writing, and Grammar. The writing section carries the maximum weightage and is also a scoring section.

Candidates must write letters to the editor, other formal and informal letters, notices, and messages. Important topics include Reading Comprehension, Punctuations, Noun, Articles, Adjectives, Verbs, Prepositions, Conjunction, Tenses, Sentences, Transformation of Sentences, and Vocabulary.

Karnataka SSLC Marking Scheme

There are seven subjects in Karnataka SSLC Exams: English, Hindi, General Hindi, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, and Computer. The detailed new exam pattern is yet to be announced by the Board.

The old marks distribution is given below:

Name of the Subject	Marks Distribution	Time Duration
Language Paper I (Any one from Kannada, English, Hindi, Sanskrit, Telugu, Tamil, Marathi, Urdu)	100 Marks	3 Hours
Language Paper II (Kannada English)	100 Marks (Theory: 80 Marks, Internal: 20 Marks)	3 Hours
Language Paper III (Hindi Kannada, English, Arabic, Urdu, Sanskrit, Konkani, Tulu)	100 Marks (Theory: 80 Marks, Internal: 20 Marks)	3 Hours
Mathematics	100 Marks (Theory: 80 Marks, Internal: 20 Marks)	3 Hours
Science	100 Marks (Theory: 80 Marks, Internal: 20 Marks)	3 Hours
Social Science	100 Marks (Theory: 80 Marks, Internal: 20 Marks)	3 Hours

Karnataka PUC-II Exam Pattern

Karnataka 2nd PUC exam syllabus has been slashed by 30% for the academic year 2021-22. Students can check the revised syllabus on the official website of the Board.

Karnataka Board has also released the blueprint of the exam pattern for all subjects.

Karnataka PUC II Exam Pattern: Science Stream

The science stream has a total of 6 subjects, including the compulsory language paper, optional paper, and elective paper. The total marks for each paper is 100.

Apart from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, students can choose Biology as an optional subject for PCM-major and vice versa for PCB-major. The option for the language paper remains the same.

Karnataka PUC II Exam Pattern: Commerce Stream

The commerce stream has 3 main subjects: Accountancy, Economics, and Business Studies. The language paper is compulsory, and students can select the second language as the optional fifth subject.

The syllabus for Economics, if reduced, will follow the same pattern for commerce as well as arts stream.

Karnataka PUC II Exam Pattern: Arts Stream

There are mainly 5 compulsory subjects in the Arts stream. Students can keep psychology, home science, language paper, etc., as optional papers.

History, Political Science, Geology, Geography, and Economics are the main subjects. Each paper is of 100 marks, and it is necessary to pass in both compulsory and optional subjects.

Karnataka Board: Revised Syllabus

Karnataka 2nd PUC and SSLC exam syllabus has been slashed by 30%. The pattern of reduction is similar to CBSE and national level competitive exams like NEET and JEE Main.

The syllabus revision follows this pattern to benefit candidates aspiring for national level entrance examinations. If the syllabus of the two exams were different, students would find it difficult to complete both syllabi in a short time, as half of the academic year has already been completed.

Commerce: In the commerce stream, there are three main subjects: Accountancy, Economics, and Business Studies. In Accountancy, PUC-II has two parts: (a) Partnership and Company Accounts and (b) Financial Statements. It is quite possible that part B will be omitted, as the other topics are very important from the higher course perspective.

Science Syllabus Revision

The Science syllabus will be revised following the CBSE pattern of syllabus reduction. Chapters important for competitive exams will be kept so that candidate preparation stays aligned.

The NTA has not yet confirmed any syllabus reduction for JEE Main, NEET, or other competitive exams.

Important Resources and Books

The Karnataka board requires 75% attendance to qualify for the examination. Regular attendance helps students follow the syllabus and clarify doubts with peers.

• Coaching classes or tutoring can provide extra practice in weaker subjects. Schools remain the primary source of learning; coaching is only complementary.
• Previous year papers are available for all subjects on the official website. Annual, supplementary, and example question papers help students understand the paper pattern.
• State board textbooks are the main study resource. These books are published and approved by the board and cover the complete syllabus.
• Reference books can be used, but students should know their syllabus well. Avoid overloading with too much study material.

Karnataka Board Preparation Tips

The SSLC Examination requires covering the full Class X syllabus. The following tips can help students in their practice.

Preparing With Schedule

A proper schedule helps manage time and increases efficiency. List chapters by marks weightage to complete the syllabus on time.

Prioritizing Board Textbooks

Papers are based entirely on board textbooks. Students should complete board books first before moving to other readers.

Giving Time For Self-study

Self-study is often the reason students score fewer marks despite coaching. Set aside at least 3 hours a day to revise what was learned that day.

Self Analyzing Of Preparation

After finishing the syllabus, self-analysis helps identify areas needing more attention. Solve papers and note down mistakes to improve.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to download sample/model paper of Karnataka SSLC and PUC exams?

Sample papers are available on the official Karnataka Board website. Follow these steps:

• Visit the official website of Karnataka Board.
• Click on the download icon for the model paper.
• Go to the blueprint section, choose your subject, and get the model paper.
• Take a printout of the PDF.

When will the board release the notification for the SSLC exam 2021-22?

The notification will be released in December 2021. The date may extend depending on the situation in the country. Previous exams are still pending, so the board may find it difficult to manage the regular schedule.

Will the reduced syllabus for Karnataka PUC II exam hamper preparation for national level examinations?

The syllabus will be reduced based on the pattern followed by CBSE and other state boards. National level exam syllabi are also likely to be reduced, but no official notification has been announced. Candidates may face difficulties if exams do not follow a uniform reduction pattern.

What will be the maximum marks in Karnataka SSLC examination 2022 after the reduced syllabus?

There will be no change in the marking scheme of any subject. The maximum marks will remain the same, and the passing marks will be 35% including all sections.

Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board: Overview

The Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB) conducts the SSLC and PUC examinations in the state. The board releases sample papers, notifications, and exam-related information on its official website.

How to Download Sample or Model Papers

Sample papers for Karnataka board exams are available on the official website. Follow these steps to download a sample paper:

• Visit the official website of the Karnataka Board.
• Click on the download icon to access the model paper section.
• Click on the blueprint section.
• Select your desired subject to get a copy of the model paper.
• Take a printout of the PDF.

SSLC Exam Notification 2021-22

The board will release the notification for the SSLC exam 2021-22 in December 2021. The date may be extended depending on the situation in the country.

Previous exams are still pending, so it will be difficult for the board to manage the regular schedule for the exams.

Reduced Syllabus and National Level Exams

The syllabus reduction for Karnataka PUC II exam follows the pattern used by CBSE and other state boards. The syllabus for national level examinations is also likely to be reduced, but no official notification has been announced yet.

Candidates may face difficulties if any exam does not follow a uniform method of syllabus reduction.

Maximum Marks in SSLC Examination 2022

There will be no change in the marking scheme of any subject after the implementation of the reduced syllabus. The maximum marks will remain the same.

The passing marks will be 35% including all sections.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Syllabus 2025-26 Overview

The Karnataka 2nd PUC syllabus for the academic year 2025-26 is available on the official KSEEB website: kseab.karnataka.gov.in. According to a recent circular from KSEEB, there will be no reduction in the syllabus. The Karnataka 2nd PUC exams will cover 100% of the recommended syllabus for 2025-26.

• Some subjects like Psychology, Computer Science, and Home Science have been revised. Most other subjects remain the same.
• Students can view and download the science, commerce, and arts stream syllabuses from the official website.
• The passing marks for the Karnataka 2nd PUC exam are 35% in each subject.

For the academic year 2025-26, the syllabus for certain subjects like physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, and economics was reduced. The detailed syllabus is available for download as a PDF from the official sources.

Key Details of the Syllabus

The Karnataka 2nd PUC syllabus is prepared by the Department of Pre-University Education (PUE), Government of Karnataka. It applies to students in the science, commerce, and arts streams.

Particulars	Details
Conducting Authority	Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB)
Applicable For	Science (PCB & PCM), Commerce, Arts Streams
Total Marks	600 (100 per subject)
Syllabus Coverage	Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, etc.
Paper Pattern	MCQ, Very short, Short and Long answer
Passing Marks	35% in each subject
Official Website	pue.karnataka.gov.in

How to Download the Syllabus

Students can download the Class 12 Karnataka board exam syllabus from the Karnataka 2nd PUC website: pue.karnataka.gov.in. Select "syllabus" under the students corner section on the website.

Syllabus Components

The syllabus includes both theory and practical components for relevant subjects. Students must cover 100% of the syllabus as prescribed by KSEEB for the academic year 2025-26.

Important Books and Preparation

Students should refer to the subject-wise syllabus to identify important topics and prepare accordingly. The syllabus covers all major subjects across the science, commerce, and arts streams.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Syllabus 2026: Key Changes

The Karnataka 2nd PUC syllabus has been slightly changed for 2026. Some subjects like Psychology, Computer Science, and Home Science have been revised, while most other subjects remain the same.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam: Total Marks and Passing Criteria

The total marks for the Karnataka 2nd PUC exam are 600. The passing marks for the Karnataka Class 12 (2nd PUC) exam are 35% in each subject.

It is important to pass the Karnataka 2nd PUC practical exam. Students must pass both the theory and practical parts separately to be declared as passed in that subject.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam Pattern

In the Karnataka 2nd PUC exam, the paper includes MCQs, very short, short, and long answer questions.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Syllabus 2026: Subject-Wise

The Karnataka 2nd PUC syllabus 2026 is available on the Karnataka 2nd PUC website. The syllabus is different for all the streams: Science, Commerce, and Humanities.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Syllabus: Math

The syllabus outlines the important topics in each chapter, enabling students to focus on problem-solving, derivations, and conceptual understanding for exams. The table below presents a chapter-wise overview of the Karnataka 2nd PUC syllabus for math.

S.No.	Units	Important Topics
1	Relations and Functions	Types of relations Types of functions Binary operations
2	Inverse Trigonometric Functions	Basic concepts Properties of inverse trigonometric functions
3	Algebra	Types of matrices Matrix operations Symmetric and skew-symmetric matrices
4	Calculus	Continuity Differentiability Integrals Applications of derivatives
5	Vectors & 3D Geometry	Ratios and types of vectors Parallel and collinear vectors
6	Linear Programming	Introduction Mathematical formulation of problems
7	Probability	Conditional probability Bayes’ theorem Binomial distribution Bernoulli trials

Karnataka 2nd PUC Syllabus: Physics

The syllabus highlights the important topics for each chapter, helping students focus on key concepts, numerical problems, and theory for effective exam preparation. The table below provides a detailed chapter-wise overview of the Karnataka 2nd PUC syllabus for physics.

S.No.	Chapters	Important Topics
1	Electric Charges and Fields	Coulomb’s law Electric field Electric flux Dipole Gauss’s law
2	Electric Potential and Capacitance	Potential energy Dielectrics Capacitors
3	Current Electricity	Ohm’s law Emf Kirchhoff’s rules

Karnataka 2nd PUC Syllabus: Chemistry

The Chemistry syllabus covers physical, inorganic, and organic chemistry. It guides students in theory, reactions, and numerical problem practice.

The table below gives a chapter-wise overview of the Karnataka 2nd PUC Chemistry syllabus.

S.No.	Chapters	Important Topics
1	Solid State	Crystalline solids Packing Magnetic properties
2	Solutions	Types of solutions Solubility Colligative properties
3	Electrochemistry	Electrolysis Nernst equation Conductance
4	Chemical Kinetics	Reaction rates Integrated rate equations
5	Surface Chemistry	Adsorption Colloids
6	General Principles of Isolation	Extraction methods Refining
7	p-Block Elements	Group 15–18 elements Oxoacids
8	d- and f-Block Elements	Electron configuration Lanthanides Actinides
9	Coordination Compounds	Werner’s theory Nomenclature VBT
10	Haloalkanes and Haloarenes	Nomenclature Properties
11	Alcohols, Phenols & Ethers	Functional groups Properties
12	Aldehydes, Ketones & Carboxylic Acids	Carbonyl group Reactions

Karnataka 2nd PUC Syllabus: Biology

The biology syllabus focuses on genetics, physiology, ecology, and biotechnology. It helps students prepare for both theory and practical exams.

The table below lists the chapter-wise topics for the Karnataka 2nd PUC biology syllabus.

S.No.	Unit	Chapters
1	Reproduction	Reproduction in organisms Flowering plants Human reproduction Reproductive health
2	Genetics and Evolution	Inheritance Molecular basis Evolution
3	Biology in Human Welfare	Health, disease Food production Microbes
4	Biotechnology	Principles, processes Applications
5	Ecology	Population Ecosystem Biodiversity Conservation Environmental issues

Karnataka 2nd PUC Syllabus: Economics

The economics syllabus covers microeconomics and macroeconomics. It guides students to focus on key concepts for exam preparation.

The table below provides a chapter-wise overview of the Karnataka 2nd PUC Economics syllabus.

Units	Important Topics
Introductory Microeconomics	Central problems of an economy Market vs. planned economy Positive & normative economics Micro- & macroeconomics
Preliminary Notations & Assumptions	Consumer’s budget Budget line Preferences Indifference curves Utility Optimal choice Demand curve Price elasticity Market demand
Production and Costs	Total, Average & Marginal Product Law of diminishing returns Returns to scale Short-run & long-run costs
Theory of the Firm under Perfect Competition	Revenue Profit maximization Firm’s supply curve Market supply Shut-down point Break-even point Determinants of supply
Market Equilibrium	Equilibrium Excess demand & supply Wage determination Shifts in demand & supply Free entry & exit
Non-Competitive Markets	Simple monopoly Market demand as average revenue Other imperfectly competitive markets
Macroeconomics	Emergence of macroeconomics National income accounting Circular flow of income GDP & welfare
Money and Banking	Functions of money Demand & supply of money
Income Determination	Ex ante & ex post Short-run product market analysis: Movements vs. shifts
Government Budget & Economy	Components of the government budget Fiscal policy
Open-Economy Macroeconomics	Balance of payments Foreign exchange market Income determination Trade deficits Saving & investment

Karnataka 2nd PUC Syllabus: History

The Karnataka 2nd PUC history syllabus has a total of 21 chapters. The syllabus covers historiography and extends to the Indian National movement.

It includes topics from Indian history as well as world history.

Karnataka 2nd PUC History Syllabus: Chapter List

The Karnataka 2nd PUC History syllabus has 21 chapters. It covers ancient civilizations, Indian history, and modern world events.

Chapter No.	Chapter Name
1	Introduction: Meaning of History, Historiography
2	Story of the Evolution of Man
3	Sources of Indian History
4	Ancient Civilizations and Indus Civilization
5	Aryans and Vedic Culture; Expansion of State System
6	Major Religions
7	States Towards Empires
8	Gupta Age
9	Political Developments of Post Guptas
10	Society and Culture
11	Muslim Invasions on India and the Delhi Sultanate
12	Vijayanagara Empire, Bahmani & Shahi States, Rise of Marathas
13	Decline of Roman Empire
14	Age of Transmission and Its Results
15	Revolutions and Nationalism
16	Penetration of Europeans into India
17	Socio-Religious Reform Movements in India
18	Modern Mysore
19	World Wars and International Organizations
20	Indian National Movement
21	Contemporary World

Karnataka 2nd PUC Syllabus: Political Science

The Karnataka 2nd PUC Syllabus for Political Science has a total of 10 chapters. It covers political thoughts, international and national political issues.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Political Science Syllabus

The Karnataka 2nd PUC Political Science syllabus has 10 chapters. The table below lists each chapter and the topics covered under it.

Chapter No.	Chapter Name	Topics
1	Political Thought	Western Political Thought (Greek Political Thought): Socrates – Early life and works; Plato – Early life and works, Ideal State, Communism, Education, Justice, Philosopher King; Aristotle – Early life and works, Theory of State, Classification of Governments, Citizenship, Revolution; Machiavelli – Early life and works; Hobbes – Early life and works; Locke – Early life and works; Rousseau – Early life and works; J.S. Mill – Life, works, views on Liberty and Individualism. Indian Political Thought: Kautilya; Mahatma Gandhi; Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru; Dr. B.R. Ambedkar; Swami Vivekananda; M.N. Roy; Ram Manohar Lohia; Acharya Narendra Dev; Jayaprakash Narayan.
2	Political Theories	Democracy – Meaning, Nature, Types, Prerequisites, Merits and Demerits; Communism – Meaning and Principles; Socialism – Meaning, Principles, Types (Guild, Syndicalism, Democratic Socialism); Utilitarianism; Pluralism; Fabianism; Liberalism; Behavioralism.
3	Introduction to Political Science	Meaning and importance of Political Science; State – Elements and relations with other institutions; Sovereignty – Meaning and features; Law – Meaning, importance, kinds; Justice – Meaning, importance, kinds; Liberty – Meaning, importance, kinds; Equality – Meaning, importance, kinds; Rights – Meaning, importance, classification.
4	Constitution	Constitution – Meaning and importance; Constitutional Government; Essentials of an ideal Constitution; Types of Constitution; Indian Constitution – Framing, Preamble, Salient features; Fundamental Rights and Duties; Directive Principles of State Policy and their importance.
5	Government	Types of Government – Democracy & Dictatorship, Parliamentary & Presidential, Federal & Unitary systems; Legislature – Emergence, development, law-making process, system in India; Executive – Emergence, importance, executive in India; Judiciary – Development, importance, judicial system in India.
6	Local Self-Administration in India	Meaning and significance of local self-government; Emergence and development of local self-administration; 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments; Panchayati Raj system in Karnataka – Rural & Urban local institutions.
7	Indian Political System	War of Independence (1857); Indian National Congress; Acts of 1909, 1919, 1935, 1947; First Lok Sabha; Reorganization of States; Nation-building and challenges to democracy; Coalition government and identity politics; New trends in federal system; Center-State relations – Legislative, administrative, financial; Role of youth in political system; Youth and anti-corruption / terrorism.
8	Public Administration and Indian Election System	Public Administration – Meaning, definition, nature, scope, significance; Principles – Hierarchy, Unity of Command, Span of Control; Theories of Organization – Classical, Scientific Management, Human Relations; Indian Administration – Civil services, Central/State/All India Services, Administrative systems; UPSC, KPSC, CAT, KAT; Election system – Election Commission, functions, electoral reforms; Indian party system – Emergence, development, nature, functions; Anti-defection Act.
9	Social Movements and Implications	Dalit Movement; Backward Class Movement; Peasant Movement; Labour Movement; Feminist Movement; Human Rights Movement; Environmental Movement.
10	International Political System	International Relations – Meaning, nature, scope, importance; Concepts and development of international relations; National Power – Meaning, nature, importance, elements, limitations; Foreign Policy – Meaning, nature, importance; Diplomacy – Meaning, nature, kinds, functions; Disarmament – Meaning and importance; Polarity, international and regional organizations; World democratic movements – Nepal, Bhutan, Egypt, etc.; India’s foreign policy and relations with other countries; New Economic Policy – Liberalization, Privatization, Globalization (LPG), Crony capitalism.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Sociology Syllabus

The Karnataka 2nd PUC Sociology syllabus has 13 chapters. Students can prepare according to the chapters prescribed by the KSEEB.

Chapter No.	Chapter Name
1	Introduction to Sociology
2	Basic Concepts in Sociology
3	Social Processes
4	Social Institutions
5	Social Stratification, Mobility and Change
6	Research Methodology and Methods
7	Sociological Theories
8	Indian Sociological Tradition
9	Theoretical Perspectives for Study of Indian Society
10	The Study of Indian Society
11	Population and Society
12	Rural and Urban Transformations
13	Gender and Society

Prescribed Books for Karnataka 2nd PUC

The Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB) has prescribed specific books for the Karnataka 2nd PUC exam. Students should focus mainly on the prescribed textbook for each subject.

Some additional reference books are listed below. These can help students understand the syllabus better and clear difficult concepts.

Stream	Subject	Prescribed Book(s)	Suggested / Reference Books
Science	Physics	Textbook for II PUC Physics (Dept. of PUE, Karnataka)	NCERT Physics Vol I & II, S. L. Arora
	Chemistry	Textbook for II PUC Chemistry (Dept. of PUE)	NCERT Chemistry Vol I & II, P. Bahadur
	Biology	Textbook for II PUC Biology (Dept. of PUE)	NCERT Biology, Trueman’s Biology
	Mathematics	Textbook for II PUC Mathematics (Dept. of PUE)	R.D. Sharma, R.S. Aggarwal
Commerce	Accountancy	Accountancy Part I & II (Dept. of PUE)	T.S. Grewal, D.K. Goel
	Business Studies	Business Studies Part I & II (Dept. of PUE)	Poonam Gandhi, Subhash Dey
	Economics	Introductory Micro Economics & Macro Economics (Dept. of PUE)	Sandeep Garg, NCERT Economics
	Statistics	Statistics for Business & Economics (Dept. of PUE)	J.K. Sharma, Agarwal & Agarwal
Humanities	History	History Textbook for II PUC (Dept. of PUE)	B.V. Rao, Grover & Mehta
	Political Science	Political Science Textbook for II PUC (Dept. of PUE)	D.D. Basu, Lakshmi Kant
	Sociology	Sociology Textbook for II PUC (Dept. of PUE)	Haralambos & Holborn
	Geography	Geography Textbook for II PUC (Dept. of PUE)	NCERT Geography, Majid Hussain
Languages	English	Springs – Course Book & Streams – Workbook (Dept. of PUE)	BBC Compact English, Oxford Practice Grammar
	Kannada	Sahitya Sampada (Dept. of PUE)	Grammar & Composition Guides
	Hindi	Sahitya Gaurav (Dept. of PUE)	Additional Practice Books by NCERT

Preparation Strategy for Karnataka 2nd PUC Syllabus

Students face many problems as the exam dates approach. These common preparation strategies can help students during their preparation time and score good marks.

Month	Focus Area	Common Problems Students Face	Solutions
November 2025	Completion of the Remaining Syllabus & Practicals	Half the syllabus is still pending. Practicals not ready. Confusion between school and tuition priorities.	Complete pending chapters (2/day target). Finish practical records by mid-month. Revise old topics every Sunday. Start marking “important” PYQs (past 5 years).
December 2025	Pre-Board Preparation + Intensive Revision	The syllabus feels too big. Students revise randomly. Fear of forgetting earlier chapters.	Make a 15-day revision plan per subject. Use short notes & summaries only. Write 1 mock test weekly under timed conditions. Identify your weak areas and reattempt those topics.
January 2026	Final Revision + Exam Mindset	Mental fatigue. Anxiety about the board pattern. Forgetting formulas, definitions, and maps.	Follow “3R Technique” – Revise, Recall, Re-attempt. Practice 2 model papers per subject per week. Discuss doubts with teachers instead of ignoring them.
February 2026	Board-Focused Practice	Panic and time mismanagement. Students study too much in one go.	Write full-length mock papers (3-hour timing). Evaluate and note recurring mistakes. Focus on high-weightage chapters only. Avoid learning new topics now.
March 2026	Final Exam Month	Exam fear, careless mistakes	Revise only short notes and summaries. Use the 15-minute reading time wisely.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I download the Karnataka 2nd PUC syllabus?

You can download the Karnataka Class 12 (2nd PUC) syllabus from the official website pue.karnataka.gov.in. Select “Syllabus” under the Student Corner section.

What are the total subjects students have to appear in the Karnataka 2nd PUC exam?

The source does not specify the total number of subjects for the Karnataka 2nd PUC exam.

Number of Subjects in Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam

Students appear for 6 subjects in the Karnataka 2nd PUC exam. This includes 2 language subjects and 4 core subjects.

The core subjects depend on the student's stream: Science, Commerce, or Arts.

Preparation Time for Class 12 Karnataka Board Exam

It takes about 6 to 8 months to prepare well for the Karnataka 2nd PUC exam. Studying regularly and revising on time helps a lot.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam Date 2026

The tentative dates for the Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (2nd PUC) Class 12 exams in 2026 are from 28 February to 17 March 2026.

Difficulty Level of Class 12 Karnataka Board Exam

Yes, it is easy to pass the Class 12 Karnataka Board exam if you study regularly. Understanding the concepts and practicing previous years' question papers also helps.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam 2025 Results

In the Karnataka 2nd PUC exam 2025, about 6,37,805 students appeared. A total of 4,68,439 students passed.

The overall pass percentage was 73.45%.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026

The Karnataka 2nd PUC result for 2026 was released on 9 April 2026. The result is available on the official website karresults.nic.in.

Candidates who appeared for the Karnataka 2nd PUC exam can check or download their results using their registration number. The result can also be accessed from kseab.karnataka.gov.in.

Other methods to check the result include DigiLocker and SMS.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026 Download Link

The Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026 download link is now active. Use the link below to access your result.

• Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026 Download Link (Out)

Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam Dates 2026

The Department of Pre-University Education (DPUE) will conduct the 2nd PUC theory exams from 28 February to 17 March 2026. Practical exams are ongoing from 27 January and will conclude by 14 February 2026.

For the 2025-2026 session, the exam dates for the main exam are set. The 2nd PUC Exam 2 and Exam 3 are for students who failed to secure passing marks in the 2nd PUC 2025 main exam.

Previous Year Result Dates

Last year, the board released the Karnataka 2nd PUC results on the following dates:

Exam	Result Date
Exam 1	8 April 2025
Exam 2	16 May 2025
Exam 3	1 July 2025

The three annual assessments in the Karnataka 2nd PUC exam help students improve their marks without losing a year.

Key Summary

• The 2nd PUC exam 1 will be held from 28 February to 17 March 2026.
• The Karnataka 2nd PUC results 2026 were released on 9 April 2026.
• Last year, the Karnataka 2nd PUC results 2025 link was activated on 8 April at 1:30 PM.
• An aggregate of 33% overall and 30% per subject is the minimum passing criteria.
• The 2nd PUC exam 2 and exam 3 are considered supplementary and improvement exams.

Name-wise Results

The Karnataka 2nd PUC name-wise results were available on private websites until 2015. In the 2015 exams, some allegations were made against the director of the PU Education Board.

After that, DPUE did not allow their data to be available to other sources.

Related Resources

• Karnataka 2nd PUC Previous Year Question Papers
• Karnataka 2nd PUC Revised Exam Pattern

Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026 Overview

The Karnataka 2nd PUC result is the scorecard for Class 12 Karnataka Board Exams. It shows the candidate's name, roll number, registration number, and subject-wise marks.

• The KSEAB will release the provisional marksheet for the 2nd PUC exam 2026 online in April (tentatively).
• Candidates must note their registration number and roll number to view and download the result. The Karnataka 2nd PUC admit card is enough for checking results, but saving login credentials helps in unusual scenarios.
• Private and regular students can collect their Karnataka 2nd PUC results 2026 from their respective schools.

Nearly 6,37,805 students appeared in the Karnataka 2nd PUC exams held between March 1 and March 19, 2025. The overall passing percentage in the Karnataka 2nd PUC 2025 exam, including boys and girls, was 73.45%.

Source: NDTV

Karnataka 2nd PUC 2026 Result Highlights

The exact date and timings for the release of Karnataka 2nd PUC results 2026 are yet to be announced by the KBSEA. Examinees can expect their scores to be announced by the end of April 2026 on karresults.nic.in or kseab.karnataka.gov.in.

Events	Dates
Karnataka 2nd PUC Result Date 2026 (Released)	9 April 2026
Supplementary Exam/ Result 2026	TBD
Re-evaluated Result 2026	TBD
Exam dates	January 27, 2026 - February 14, 2026 (Practical) February 28 - March 17, 2026 (Theory)

Karnataka 2nd PUC 2026 Pass Marks

As per the revised guidelines for 2025-26 exams, students need a minimum 30% marks in theory and practical papers for each subject and 33% marks in aggregate to pass. This means one needs to score at least:

• 21 or 24 in a 70 or 80 mark theory paper,
• 9 in a 30-mark practical paper and
• Candidates with a minimum of 75% attendance will secure an additional 5 marks as part of their practical exam scores.

How to Check Karnataka 2nd PUC Results 2026

The steps to check the 2026 2nd PUC results online are as follows:

1. Open the web browser on a device with internet connectivity.
2. Visit the official websites kseab.karnataka.gov.in or karresults.nic.in.
3. Navigate and open the "2nd PUC Result" tab on the homepage.
4. To view the Karnataka 2nd PUC 2026 results, enter your login credentials, such as roll number and date of birth.
5. Click on the "submit" option.
6. A digital version of the provisional marksheet must appear.
7. Download or keep a hard copy of the marksheet for future reference.

Alternative Methods to Check Karnataka 2nd PUC Results 2026

When the Karnataka 2nd PUC 2026 results are officially declared, the site usually becomes unresponsive for a while due to heavy load. In such cases, students can either wait for some time or check their Karnataka Class 12th results through alternative methods. Students may also view their results from the school notice boards, once made available.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Results 2026: Check via SMS

Candidates can obtain their scores via SMS in the following steps:

• Open the messaging app on the mobile phone.
• Type "KAR12<space>registration no."
• Send the text to 56263
• Students must receive their provisional results on the same phone no.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Results FAQs

Ques: What is the official result link for the Karnataka 2nd PUC exam?

Ans: The Karnataka 2nd PUC results 2026 will be made available online at the KSEAB official website. The alternative 2nd PUC result links are: karresults.nic.in, and pue.karnataka.gov.in.

Ques: When is the Karnataka 2nd PU 2026 Exam scheduled?

Ans: The Practical Exams are already underway and are scheduled between January 27, 2026, and February 14, 2026. Theory exams will start from February 28, 2026 and will be concluded by 17 March, 2026.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Passing Marks 2026

The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) released a notice in mid-October 2025 about the passing marks for the 2nd PUC exam. Students must secure at least 30% in each subject and a 33% overall aggregate to pass. The overall aggregate is equal to 198 out of 600 marks.

These new rules will be effective from the 2025-2026 session for both the 1st and 2nd PUC exams.

• For an 80-mark theory paper, a student needs at least 24 marks to pass.
• For a 70-mark paper, a student needs 21 marks to pass.

Note: A student who scores 198 or 200 marks out of 600 but fails to get 30% in one subject will be considered failed. Meeting both the subject-wise and overall aggregate criteria is mandatory to pass the Karnataka 2nd PUC exams.

Details in Karnataka 2nd PUC Result 2026

The Karnataka 2nd PUC 2026 result provides the following provisional details:

• Student information (name, father's name, mother's name, registration number, date of birth, stream)
• Subject-specific marks (theory and practical marks, total marks), maximum marks, and subject codes
• Percentage
• Qualifying status (pass, fail, or compartmental)
• Grade point (NC, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10)

Grading System in Karnataka 2nd PUC Results

The 2026 2nd PUC results use a 9-point grading scale. Students must secure a grade point of at least 3 to pass the exam. The marks range for each grade point is given below.

Grades	Marks Range
10	92-100 (Outstanding)
9	83-91 (Excellent)
8	75-82 (Very Good)
7	67-74 (Good)
6	59-66 (Above Average)
5	51-58 (Average)
4	41-50 (Below Average)
3	35-40 (Marginal Pass)
NC	Below 35 (Not Cleared)

What if my details are incorrect in the Karnataka 2nd PUC 2026 marksheet?

Any mistakes in the provisional marksheet must be reported to the school authorities immediately. The school will then notify the KSEAB board. The student may need to submit a formal request detailing the mistakes.

• The student must keep their admit card and other documents ready.
• If a student believes there is a mistake in the marks awarded, they can apply for re-evaluation or re-totalling through the official KSEAB website once the notification is published.
• The KSEAB board may charge a fee for re-evaluation.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam 2026: Revaluation

Students dissatisfied with their marks can opt for revaluation. First, they need to apply for a hard copy of their answer scripts from the KSEAB. After that, they can apply for revaluation if needed.

Consider the following points before applying for the Karnataka 2nd PUC 2026 revaluation process.

• There is a specific time period to apply for revaluation. KSEAB releases the application date immediately after the results are announced. Last year, applications were accepted from April, shortly after the declaration of Exam 1 results.
• Last year, the fee for revaluation was approximately INR 1670 per subject paper.
• The results for re-evaluated papers will be available on karresults.nic.in.
• Revaluation may lead to no change in marks, or it may even result in a reduction of marks.

Will overall marks increase after Karnataka 2nd PUC revaluation 2026?

Yes, revaluation may change the overall marks. Last year, the topper's name changed after the Karnataka 2nd PUC revaluation.

• When the 2nd PUC 2025 results were first out, Amulya Kamath and Deeksha R from the Science stream and Deepashree S from the Commerce stream, with 599/600 marks, were declared toppers.
• After the revaluation results were declared, Deeksha R from the Science stream was declared the student with the highest marks, 600/600.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Compartment Exams 2026

Students who do not meet the passing criteria may have to appear for compartment exams. The details for the compartment exams are announced by the board along with the results.

Karnataka 2nd PUC Supplementary Exams 2026

The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) conducts the Class 12 supplementary exams, called Exam 2 and Exam 3, in May and June each year. These exams are for students who failed to secure passing marks, could not take the main exam, or want to improve their marks.

For the 2025 session, Exam 2 was held from 24th April to 8th May, 2025, and Exam 3 was held from 9th June to 21st June, 2025. For the 2025-2026 session, the official notification will be released shortly after the declaration of Karnataka 2nd PUC results 2026.

How to Check the Supplementary Exam Result

Students can check the Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam 2 and 3 result 2026 by following the steps given below:

• Visit the official websites kseab.karnataka.gov.in and karresults.nic.in.
• Open the "Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam 2 (Supplementary) Results 2026" link.
• Enter the registration number and date of birth to access the scores.
• The Karnataka 2nd PUC supplementary exam results 2026 will be displayed on the screen.
• Save and take printouts of the marksheet for future use.

Karnataka 2nd PUC 2025 Exam Statistics

A total of 6,37,805 students appeared for the 2nd PUC 2025 main exam. According to NDTV sources, the overall passing percentage was recorded at 73.45%.

When both Exam 1 and Exam 2 were taken into consideration, the pass percentage rose to 82% across all three streams: Science, Commerce, and Arts.

Stream-wise Results

Stream	Science	Commerce	Arts
Candidates Appeared	280933	203429	153043
Candidates Passed	231461	155425	81553
Pass Percentage	82.45%	76.07%	53.29%

Top Performing Districts

District	Overall Passing Percentage
Dakshina Kannada	93.57%
Udupi	93.90%
Bangalore South	85.36%

Category-wise Results

Category	Appeared	Passed	Passing %
General	64213	55868	87%
Category 1	45300	31386	69.28%
Category 2A	139204	105115	76.5%
Category 2B	73597	52168	70.91%
Category 3A	62026	52168	84.11%
Category 3B	100561	77387	76.96%
Scheduled Caste (SC)	110963	69269	62.43%
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	41951	26460	63.07%

Source: Karnataka 2nd PUC 2025 Results

FAQs

Why is my scorecard not showing on the KSEAB official website?

As per the current three-exam system, the KSEAB Results 2026 page will show "Not Completed" in case the candidate has failed to clear all the subjects. Only after they pass Exam 2 or Exam 3 will they get their provisional marksheets.

What was the success rate in the Karnataka 2nd PUC 2025 exams?

The Karnataka 2nd PUC 2025 exams were taken by more than 6,37,405 students. Of all, only 4,68,439 students were able to secure the aggregate passing marks and were declared pass in Karnataka PUC Class 12th 2025 results.

The overall passing percentage was 73.45% before re-evaluation and exams 2 and 3.

Why is my scorecard not showing on the KSEAB official website?

The KSEAB Results 2026 page will show "Not Completed" if a candidate has not cleared all subjects. This is part of the current three-exam system.

A provisional marksheet is issued only after the candidate passes Exam 2 or Exam 3.

What was the success rate in the Karnataka 2nd PUC 2025 exams?

More than 6,37,405 students took the Karnataka 2nd PUC 2025 exams. Of these, 4,68,439 students secured the aggregate passing marks.

The overall passing percentage was 73.45% before re-evaluation and exams 2 and 3.

What to do if I lose my Karnataka 2nd PUC 2026 Admit Card?

Notify the school authorities immediately if the admit card is misplaced. They can initiate the process for obtaining a duplicate hall ticket.

In the meantime, the school can download and provide another hard copy of the admit card from their records. It is best to lodge an FIR at the local police station.

How to check my 2026 Karnataka 2nd PUC scores if I forgot my Roll Number or Registration Number?

Visit the Department of Pre-University Education, Karnataka website at pue.karnataka.gov.in. Click on "Click Here For Admission Ticket of II PUC Exam" to look up the roll number.

Alternatively, contact the respective school authorities for the credentials.