ISC Class 12 Physical Education Syllabus 2026-27
Updated for the 2027 ISC exams: CISCE has announced changes reported to take effect from 2027 — a pass in English (or the new Modern English) plus at least four other subjects, SUPW/community service as a pass requirement, and Qualified/Not Qualified in place of Pass/Fail. Check CISCE's 2027 regulations and the syllabus for your subject.
Physical Education is a necessary subject to foster health, fitness, and well-being in students. The ICSE Class 12 Physical Education syllabus for 2025–26 focuses on the scientific study of sports, physical fitness, and allied sciences. It balances theoretical concepts with practical procedures to enable students to learn the relevance of physical activity and prepare them for healthy living.
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Following is the detailed syllabus with all the chapters and subtopics:
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| Unit No. | Unit Name | Topics and Subtopics |
|---|---|---|
1 | Meaning and Importance of Physical Education | Definitions, aims and objectives, scope and importance in daily life |
2 | Physical Fitness and Wellness | Components of physical fitness, benefits of fitness, wellness concepts |
3 | Anatomy and Physiology | Structure and functions of the skeletal system, muscular system, circulatory system, respiratory system |
4 | Nutrition | Balanced diet, nutrients and their functions, importance of water, diet for athletes |
5 | Sports Psychology | Motivation, mental preparation, concentration, anxiety management |
6 | Training and Conditioning | Training principles, types of training (aerobic, anaerobic), warm-up and cool-down |
7 | Sports Injuries and First Aid | Common sports injuries, prevention, treatment, basic first-aid skills |
8 | Yoga and Lifestyle | Nature of yoga, benefits, pranayama, role of lifestyle for good health |
9 | Games and Sports | Rules, techniques, and skills of selected games (e.g., football, basketball, badminton) |
10 | Leadership and Officiating | Skills of a leader, role of coach, umpiring and refereeing basics |