CBSE Class 11 Computer Science Syllabus 2025-26

 

The CBSE Class 11 Computer Science Syllabus 2025-26 gives a solid foundation for understanding the key concepts in computing and programming. The syllabus consists of topics like computer systems and organisation, python programming, data structures, flow of control, and emerging trends in technology. The syllabus provides a balance between theoretical concepts, and practical application of those concepts in many aspects of life to assist students in developing analytical skills and problem solving abilities. 

The CBSE Class 11 Computer Science Syllabus, with the textbook "Computer Science with Python" providing the foundation, develops students' understanding of programming basics and computing in daily life through both hands on activities and interactive learning tasks, projects and collaborative projects. It prepares students with the essential skills to pursue computer science subjects in higher studies, understanding programming and software development in an educational manner and as a possible career path. The syllabus contains instructions to assist students embracing critical thinking and creativity all the way through the learning experience and enables students to relate computer science to real world problems, developing an innovative mindset to tackle difficulties.

Topics and Chapters for CBSE Class 11 Computer Science

Unit No

Unit Name

Chapter No

Chapter Name

Marks

1

Geography as a Discipline

1.1

Introduction to Computer System

10

Evolution of Computer

Computer Memory

Data Transfer between Memory and CPU

Microprocessors

Data and Information

Software

Operating System

2

Encoding Schemes and Number System

2.1

Introduction

Number System

Conversion between Number Systems

3

Emerging Trends

3.1

Introduction

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Big Data

Internet of Things (IoT)

Cloud Computing

Cyber Security

Blockchains

4

Introduction to Problem Solving

4.1

Introduction

45

Steps for Problem Solving

Algorithm

Representation of Algorithms

Flow of Control

Verifying Algorithms

Comparison of Algorithm

Coding

Decomposition

5

Python Programming

5.1

Introduction to Python

Python Keywords

Identifiers

Variables

Comments

Everything is an Object

Data Types

Operators

Expressions

Statements

Input and Output

Type Conversion

Debugging
   

5.2

Introduction

Selection

Iteration

Redefinition

Break and Continue Statements

Nested Loops

5.3

Introduction

Functions

User Defined Functions

Scope of a Variable

Python Standard Library

5.4

Introduction

Strings

String Operations

Traversing a String

String Methods and Built-in Functions

Handling Strings

5.4

Introduction to List

List Operations

Traversing a List

List Methods and Built-in Functions

Nested Lists

Copying Lists

List as Arguments to Functions

List Manipulation

5.5

Introduction to Tuples

Tuple Operations

Tuple Methods and Built-in Functions

Tuple Assignment

Nested Tuples

Tuple Handling

Introduction to Dictionaries

Dictionaries are Mutable

Dictionary Operations

Traversing a Dictionary

Dictionary Methods and Built-in Functions

Manipulating Dictionaries

6

Societal Impact

6.1

Introduction

15
 
 
 
 
 
 

Learning Outcomes from CBSE Syllabus Class 11 Computer Science 2025-26

  • Understand computer systems and organization in order to describe the basic concepts of hardware, software and data representation. 
  • Build on your knowledge of Python programming to create basic programs that implement variables, operators, control structures, and functions.
  • Use your knowledge of flow of control, including loops and conditional statements, to complete computationally focused "real-world" problems.
  • Utilize data structures including lists and dictionaries to efficiently store, manipulate, and retrieve data.
  • Show competence in problem-solving and logical reasoning through direction-exact coding activities and projects.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of and capability with file handling techniques in relation to reading from and writing to text files.
  • Explain and consider new trends in computing, like artificial intelligence, cloud computing and cybersecurity.
  • Demonstrate important collaborative and self-learning skills through group-related tasks, debugging programs, working through open-ended tasks.

Disclaimer: The syllabus and academic information provided here are taken from official CBSE and NCERT sources. For any updates or confusion, please refer to the official CBSE or NCERT websites.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

The areas of study include computer systems and organisation, Python programming, flow of control, data structures (lists and dictionaries), file handling and emerging areas in computer science.

The textbook is “Computer Science with Python” which covers all the prescribed areas in detail.

 

Yes, Python is the programming language that is given in the syllabus - students are required to develop practical experience in coding in python.

Practical work is worth 30 marks out of 100 marks - in which Python programming, file handling, and project on the topics covered are included.

Yes, CBSE has rationalized the syllabus in which the focus is more on Python programming and new updated topics are added under emerging technology.

 

Problem-solving skills, logical reasoning skills, coding skills, and document/file management skills which prepare students for further studies and careers in technology.

 

Yes, the course contents in Class 11 Computer Science will provide a base to further study either computer applications, engineering or prepare students for competitive coding exams

Emerging trends include topics like artificial intelligence, machine learning, cybersecurity, and cloud computing in order to make students aware of industry trends.

By the end of the course, students should be able to:

  • Explain the basic structure of a computer system and its components.
  • Develop and solve problems using computational thinking techniques.
  • Write Python programs using fundamental syntax, data types, operators, and control flow statements.
  • Work with various data structures like lists, tuples, and dictionaries.
  • Understand the importance of digital citizenship and ethical considerations in the digital world.

Here are some resources you can utilise:

  • NCERT Class 11 Computer Science textbook
  • CBSE sample papers and marking schemes for previous years
  • Online tutorials and practice problems related to Python programming
  • Reference books aligned with the revised syllabus