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Syllabus And Exam Pattern

UP Class 12 Biology Syllabus & Exam Pattern: Complete Guide (2026)

 Biology is one of the fundamental subjects that all UP B.Sc. Science Students wishing to pursue a career in Nursing, Agriculture, Biotechnology, or NEET must study. Students must know the entire syllabus and structure of the exam so that they will study with ease and confidence.

This guide contains the date of the exam, the Unit-Based syllabus, the Blueprint, Weightage, and other Necessary Preparatory Tools for 2026. 

1.0UP Class 12 Biology Exam Date 2026

The UPMSP has officially announced the Biology exam date for 2026. Students should finish major revisions early and use February for practising diagrams and previous year papers.

Exam Component

Date

Time

Biology (Theory)

23 February 2026

2:00 PM – 5:15 PM

Practical Exams

January 2026

Conducted by Schools

2.0UP Class 12 Biology Syllabus 2026

The UP Board follows the NCERT curriculum consisting of Botany and Zoology modules. The syllabus includes concepts that build the foundation for higher studies in life sciences and medical fields.

Botany Units (Plant Biology)

Botany covers plant structure, reproduction, biotechnology, and ecology. These chapters form the base for conceptual questions and diagrams in the exam.

Chapter

Topics Covered

Reproduction in Flowering Plants

Double fertilization, seed formation

Principles of Inheritance

Mendel’s laws, genetic crosses

Molecular Basis of Inheritance

DNA replication, transcription, translation

Biotechnology – Processes

PCR, rDNA technology

Biotechnology – Applications

GM crops, gene therapy

Ecosystem

Energy flow, pyramids

Biodiversity & Conservation

Pollution, endangered species

Zoology Units (Animal Biology)

Zoology focuses on human physiology, reproduction, immunity, diseases, and interactions of organisms with the environment. These topics appear frequently as short and long answers.

Chapter

Topics Covered

Human Reproduction

Gametogenesis, menstrual cycle

Reproductive Health

Contraception, IVF

Evolution

Darwinism, Hardy–Weinberg principle

Human Health & Diseases

Immunity, vaccination

Microbes in Human Welfare

Sewage treatment, antibiotics

Organisms & Populations

Interactions, adaptations

Environmental Issues

Ozone, pollution control

High-Weightage Biology Chapters

These units carry the most marks in SA-II and long-answer sections. Students should revise them multiple times for maximum accuracy.

  • Genetics & Molecular Biology
  • Human Reproduction & Health
  • Biotechnology (Processes + Applications)
  • Ecosystem & Biodiversity
  • Evolution

3.0UPMSP Biology Exam Pattern 2026 

The Biology exam consists of both a theory section and a practical component. By knowing how each section of the exam is structured, you will have an idea of how to plan your writing approaches and manage your time throughout the exam experience.

Theory vs Practical Marks Distribution

The overall Biology exam will have a maximum score of 100 marks. The minimum passing score for the combined total of both theory and practical exams is 35 marks.

Component

Marks

Duration

Theory

70

3 hours

Practical

30

School-based

Section-Wise Question Paper Structure (70 Marks)

The question paper includes objective, short, and long-answer questions. Diagrams are an essential scoring component in the long-answer section.

Section

Question Type

Marks

Weightage

A

MCQ + VSA

1 mark each

10–12

B

Short Answer (SA-I)

2 marks

16

C

Short Answer (SA-II)

3 marks

24

D

Long Answer

5 marks

15

Key Insight: SA-II (3-mark questions) carry the highest weightage and determine the majority of the score.

Exam Guide for Biology

UP Class 12 Biology Exam Overview

UP Class 12 Biology Syllabus & Exam Pattern

UP Class 12 Biology Sample Papers

UP Class 12 Biology Previous Year Papers

UP Class 12 Biology Preparation Tips


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Frequently Asked Questions

The Biology theory exam is on 23 February 2026, from 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM.

The practical exam carries 30 marks.

Yes, NCERT diagrams, definitions, and lines are sufficient for 95% of questions.

Section C (SA-II) has 24 marks, the highest in the theory paper.

The theory exam is 3 hours (180 minutes).

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