CBSE Class 12 Home Science Syllabus 2026-27

HOME SCIENCE Subject Code - 064 Class -XII (2026-27)

Preface

The course in Home Science encompasses five areas namely, Foods and Nutrition, Human Development and Family Studies, Fabric and Apparel, Resource Management and Communication and Extension. All these domains have their specific content in focus that contributes to the study of the individual and the family in Indian social cultural context.

The purpose of Home Science is the creation of an environment and outlook to enable learner to live a richer and more purposeful life, become future ready and develop 21st century life skills for work, livelihood and careers. All the domains within the home science discipline provide ample scope for professional avenues of higher education and career opportunities. They range from professions catering to various health and service institutions/agencies, educational organizations, industry and business houses of textiles, garments, food industry, teaching learning materials, ergonomically appropriate equipment and work situations. The subject integrates the application of various sciences and humanities to improve Human Environment, Family Nutrition, Management of Resources and Child Development.

In class XI, the "Self and family" and the "Home" are focal points for understanding the dynamics for individual lives and social interactions.

In class XII, the emphasis is on "Work and careers" through the life span.

Learning Objectives:

The Home Science curriculum at senior secondary level has been framed to enable the learners to:

develop an understanding of the self and one's role and responsibilities as a productive individual and as a member of family, community and society.

integrate learning across diverse domains and undertake a critical analysis of issues and concerns specific to family, community and society.

appreciate the discipline of Home Science for professional careers.

acquaint learners with the basic knowledge specific to five domains namely, Foods and nutrition, Human Development and Family studies, Fabric and Apparel, Resource Management and Communication and Extension.

• develop functional skills in the five domains for career and employment.

equip learners for enrichment and higher studies.

Learning Outcomes:

After undertaking the course students will be able to:

lacktrian function as a productive and responsible individual in relation to self, family, community and society.

apply the basics of human development with specific reference to self, family and community.

• utilize the skills of judicious management of various resources.
• be sensitized to fabric and apparel, their selection and care.
• inculcate healthy food habits and lifestyle to enable prevention and management of diseases.

become alert and aware consumer.

appreciate the potential of entrepreneurship and other varied professional opportunities to make informed career choices.

HOME SCIENCE

Subject Code - 064

Class XII (2026-27)

Introduction:

In class XII, the emphasis is on "Work and careers" through the life span. Within the curriculum the significance and scope of each domain (Foods and Nutrition, Human Development and Family Studies, Fabric and Apparel, Resource Management and Communication and Extension), the multiple thrust areas emerging within them have been emphasized. The units spell out the basic concepts, requisite knowledge and skills in each thrust areas and delineate the career avenues and the preparation required for them in order to make informed career choices.

Course Structure: Theory& Practical Time: 3 Hours

Theory: 70 Marks

Practical: 30 Marks

1. No. Units Marks
2. Work, Livelihood and Career 05
3. Nutrition, Food Science and Technology 23
4. Human Development and Family Studies 10
5. Fabric and Apparel 17
6. Resource Management 10
7. Communication and Extension 05

Theory 70

Practical 30

Grand Total 100

CLASS XII

UNIT I: Work, livelihood and Career

Ch. Work, livelihood and Career

UNIT II: Nutrition, Food Science and Technology

Ch. Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics

Ch. Public Nutrition and Health

Ch. Food Processing and Technology Ch.

Food Quality and Food Safety

UNIT III: Human Development and Family Studies

Ch. Early Childhood Care and Education

Ch. Management of Support Services, Institutions and Programmes for Children, Youth and Elderly

UNIT IV: Fabric and Apparel

Ch. Design for Fabric and Apparel

Ch. Fashion Design and Merchandising

Ch. Care and Maintenance of Fabrics in Institutions

UNIT V: Resource management

Ch. Hospitality Management

Ch. Consumer Education and Protection

UNIT VI: Communication and Extension

Ch. Development Communication and Journalism