JAC Board Class 11 Syllabus 2026–27
Stream-wise subject list for Science, Commerce & Arts, marking scheme & syllabus PDF downloads
Quick Facts
Everything you need to know about the JAC Class 11 syllabus at a glance
| Board Name | Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC), Ranchi |
| Class | Class 11 (Intermediate — Part I) |
| Streams Offered | Science, Commerce, Arts/Humanities |
| Syllabus Based On | JCERT & NCERT Curriculum |
| Question Pattern | 40 MCQs (OMR sheet, no negative marking) + 10 Internal Assessment — every stream |
| Total Marks / Subject | 50 (40 MCQ + 10 Internal Assessment) |
| Passing Marks | Minimum 33% (≈17/50) per subject |
| Academic Session | 2026–27 |
Science Stream
Builds the foundation for engineering, medical & research careers — PCM or PCB combination.
Commerce Stream
Introduces business, trade, finance & economics — foundation for CA, CS, BBA & B.Com paths.
Arts / Humanities Stream
History, Geography & Economics-led stream — foundation for civil services, law, journalism & social sciences.
Important Links
All JAC Board resources for Class 11 in one place
FAQs
Common questions about the JAC Class 11 syllabus
How many streams does JAC offer in Class 11?
Three — Science, Commerce and Arts/Humanities. Each stream has its own set of core subjects alongside compulsory language papers (English and Hindi or Sanskrit).
Is the Class 11 exam pattern the same across all 3 streams?
Yes. Every subject in every stream is assessed the same way — 40 MCQs (1 mark each, OMR sheet, no negative marking) plus a 10-mark school-level internal assessment, for 50 marks total.
Can I switch streams after Class 11?
Generally no — most JAC-affiliated schools require you to continue in the same stream through Class 12, since board exam registration and subject combinations are stream-locked. Check with your school for exceptions.
What is the minimum passing percentage for Class 11?
Students need a minimum of 33% (around 17 out of 50) in each subject to be promoted to Class 12.
Who prepares the JAC Class 11 syllabus?
The Jharkhand Council of Educational Research & Training (JCERT), along with the Jharkhand Education Project Council, prepares the syllabus in line with the NCERT curriculum for all three streams.