NIOS 212 — Science and Technology — Syllabus & Chapters
The complete syllabus for NIOS 212 — Science and Technology — every chapter you need to study, and how the exam paper is structured.
What you will study (chapters)
- Chapter 1
- Measurement in Science and Technology
- Chapter 2
- Atoms and Molecules
- Chapter 3
- Chemical Reaction and Equations
- Chapter 4
- Matter in Our Surroundings
- Chapter 5
- Periodic Classification of Elements
- Chapter 6
- Atomic Structure
- Chapter 7
- Chemical Bonding
- Chapter 8
- Acids, Bases and Salts
- Chapter 9
- Force and Motion
- Chapter 10
- Motion and Its Description
- Chapter 11
- Gravitation
- Chapter 12
- Sound and Communication
- Chapter 13
- Sources of Energy
- Chapter 14
- Work and Energy
- Chapter 15
- Thermal Energy
- Chapter 16
- Light Energy
- Chapter 17
- Electrical Energy
- Chapter 18
- Magnetic Effect of Electric Current
- Chapter 19
- Heredity
- Chapter 20
- Classification of Living Organisms
- Chapter 21
- History of Life on Earth
- Chapter 22
- Building Blocks of Life - Cell and Tissues
- Chapter 23
- Control and Coordination
- Chapter 24
- Reproduction
- Chapter 25
- Life Processes-1: Nutrition, Transportation, Respiration and Excretion
- Chapter 26
- Air and Water
- Chapter 27
- Metals and Non-Metals
- Chapter 28
- Carbon and Its Compounds
- Chapter 29
- Natural Environment
- Chapter 30
- Human Impact on Environment
- Chapter 31
- Food Production and Animal-Husbandry
- Chapter 32
- Health and Hygiene
Exam paper pattern
| Section | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Q1-Q17 | Answer all 17 multiple choice questions. Each question has four options and carries 1 mark. |
| Q18-Q27 | Answer all 10 objective questions as directed. Each question carries 2 marks with two 1-mark parts, and these may include matching, fill in the blanks, true or false, or short passage-based items. |
| Q28 | Answer the passage-based objective question. It has five 1-mark parts to be answered from the given information. |
| Q29-Q34 | Answer all six very short questions in about 30 to 50 words each. Some questions may offer an internal choice. |
| Q35-Q41 | Answer all seven short-answer questions in about 50 to 80 words each. Some questions may offer an internal choice. |
| Q42-Q43 | Answer both long-answer questions in about 80 to 120 words each. These questions may be split into parts and may include an internal choice. |
Frequently asked questions
How many chapters are there in NIOS 212 — Science and Technology?
The NIOS 212 — Science and Technology syllabus has 32 chapters, listed in full above. Cover the high-weightage chapters first using the exam pattern as a guide.
How do I know which NIOS 212 — Science and Technology chapters carry the most marks?
Compare the chapter list above with the exam pattern and the last few years of question papers — the topics that appear most often and the units with the highest marks are where to focus first. Always confirm weightage against the official syllabus for your exam year.
Has the NIOS 212 — Science and Technology syllabus changed this year?
Boards occasionally revise the syllabus or remove topics for a session. Always download the official syllabus for your exact exam year from the official NIOS portal rather than relying on an older copy or a social-media list.
How can I prepare for NIOS 212 — Science and Technology faster?
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