{"id":11759,"date":"2025-11-28T11:14:09","date_gmt":"2025-11-28T11:14:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/major-and-minor-subjects-of-cbse-class-12\/"},"modified":"2025-11-29T11:35:21","modified_gmt":"2025-11-29T11:35:21","slug":"major-and-minor-subjects-of-cbse-class-12","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/major-and-minor-subjects-of-cbse-class-12\/","title":{"rendered":"Major and Minor Subjects of CBSE Class 12: Stream and Rules Explained!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Students enrolling in Class 12th is an exciting as well as overwhelming journey.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, <strong>every step is crucial especially when it comes to selection of right subjects in CBSE Class 12th<\/strong>. It is one of the vital academic decisions for each student.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this pathway of learning board exam results determine the whole career of a student. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbse.gov.in\/\"><strong>Central Board of Secondary Education<\/strong><\/a><strong> is one of the ideal boards in India.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CBSE offers a wide range of subjects to students recently created in Class 12th<\/strong>. A right subject selection leads to academic growth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u00a0 we will understand everything about <strong>major and minor subjects of <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/igcse-vs-cbse\/#What_is_the_CBSE_Board\"><strong>CBSE<\/strong><\/a>\r\n class 12th to help students to make informed decisions.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/major-and-minor-subjects-of-cbse-class-12\/#What_Are_Major_Subjects_in_CBSE_Class_12\" >What Are Major Subjects in CBSE Class 12?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/major-and-minor-subjects-of-cbse-class-12\/#What_Are_Minor_Subjects_in_CBSE_Class_12\" >What Are Minor Subjects in CBSE Class 12?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/major-and-minor-subjects-of-cbse-class-12\/#Major_Subjects_in_CBSE_Class_12_Stream-Wise_List\" >Major Subjects in CBSE Class 12 Stream-Wise List<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/major-and-minor-subjects-of-cbse-class-12\/#1_For_Science_Stream\" >1. For Science Stream<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/major-and-minor-subjects-of-cbse-class-12\/#2_For_Commerce_Stream\" >2. For Commerce Stream<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/major-and-minor-subjects-of-cbse-class-12\/#3_For_ArtsHumanities_Stream\" >3. For Arts\/Humanities Stream<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/major-and-minor-subjects-of-cbse-class-12\/#Minor_Subjects_in_CBSE_Class_12_A_Detailed_List\" >Minor Subjects in CBSE Class 12 A Detailed List<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/major-and-minor-subjects-of-cbse-class-12\/#CBSE_Rules_for_Choosing_Major_and_Minor_Subjects_in_CBSE_Class_12\" >CBSE Rules for Choosing Major and Minor Subjects in CBSE Class 12<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/major-and-minor-subjects-of-cbse-class-12\/#1_Minimum_and_Maximum_Subjects\" >1. Minimum and Maximum Subjects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/major-and-minor-subjects-of-cbse-class-12\/#2_Compulsory_Language\" >2. Compulsory Language<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/major-and-minor-subjects-of-cbse-class-12\/#3_Subject_Combination_Rule\" >3. Subject Combination Rule<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/major-and-minor-subjects-of-cbse-class-12\/#4_Specific_Subject_Exceptions\" >4. Specific Subject Exceptions&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/major-and-minor-subjects-of-cbse-class-12\/#Key_Difference_Between_Major_and_Minor_Subjects_in_CBSE_Class_12\" >Key Difference Between Major and Minor Subjects in CBSE Class 12<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/major-and-minor-subjects-of-cbse-class-12\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Major_Subjects_in_CBSE_Class_12\"><\/span>What Are Major Subjects in CBSE Class 12?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Major subjects are core academic subjects<\/strong> <strong>that<\/strong> <strong>help students to choose the mainstream<\/strong> such as Science, Commerce, or Arts\/Humanities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a <strong>compulsory subject which helps in generating the overall percentage in CBSE Class 12th<\/strong>. These subjects are not limited to passing the class but also guide the students toward college admission.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Major subjects are comparatively higher in weightage in exams<\/strong> which ensures good results <strong>in Class 12th marksheet.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Minor_Subjects_in_CBSE_Class_12\"><\/span>What Are Minor Subjects in CBSE Class 12?&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Minor subjects are elective or skill-based subjects selected by the students in addition to major subjects<\/strong>. It helps students to choose desired areas of learning.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CBSE conducts both minor and major examinations<\/strong>. The marks of <strong>minor subjects are also counted in the overall result of the marksheet.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Subjects_in_CBSE_Class_12_Stream-Wise_List\"><\/span>Major Subjects in CBSE Class 12: Stream-Wise List<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To understand the each <strong>stream-wise major subjects given below is a detailed list students must go through:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_For_Science_Stream\"><\/span>1. For Science Stream<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Science is a popular stream often chosen by students to become Engineering, Doctor, or Researcher. <strong>Major subjects of Science include theoretical knowledge and practical <\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/difference-between-assessment-and-evaluation\/#What_is_Assessment\"><strong>assessments<\/strong><\/a>\r\n.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Major Subjects:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Physics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chemistry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mathematics or Biology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>English or Hindi<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Additional Subjects based on Science Stream (Optional\/Minor):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Computer Science<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Informatics Practices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Biotechnology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engineering Graphics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physical Education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fine Arts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Psychology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_For_Commerce_Stream\"><\/span>2. For Commerce Stream<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Students who are interested in business, finance, economics, and management can choose Commerce stream.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Major Subjects:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Accountancy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Business Studies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Economics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>English or Hindi&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Additional Subjects based on Commerce Stream (Optional\/Minor):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Entrepreneurship<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mathematics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applied Mathematics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Informatics Practices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physical Education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal Studies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_For_ArtsHumanities_Stream\"><\/span>3. For Arts\/Humanities Stream<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Humanities streams<\/strong> help students to discover social sciences, languages, and arts <strong>ideal for journalism, law, public administration, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/what-is-education\/\"><strong>education<\/strong><\/a>\r\n, and creative fields.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Major Subjects:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>History<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Political Science<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Geography<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sociology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>English or Hindi<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Additional based on Arts\/Humanities Stream (Optional\/Minor):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Psychology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fine Arts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Home Science<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Philosophy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Economics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physical Education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal Studies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Minor_Subjects_in_CBSE_Class_12_A_Detailed_List\"><\/span>Minor Subjects in CBSE Class 12: A Detailed List<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Given below is a <strong>detailed list of minor subjects available in CBSE Class 12th:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Skill-Based and Vocational Subjects<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Information Technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Artificial Intelligence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Web Application<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Financial Literacy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mass Media Studies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marketing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tourism<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Agriculture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Health Care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Retail<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Entrepreneurship<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Creative and Performing Arts<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fine Arts (Painting, Sculpture, Graphics, Applied Arts)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Music (Vocal or Instrumental)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Theatre Studies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physical and Life Skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physical Education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yoga<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sports<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Home Science<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fashion Studies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Language Subjects<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sanskrit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>French<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>German etc.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CBSE_Rules_for_Choosing_Major_and_Minor_Subjects_in_CBSE_Class_12\"><\/span>CBSE Rules for Choosing Major and Minor Subjects in CBSE Class 12<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>By understanding <strong>CBSE subject selection rules students<\/strong> <strong>can choose the right subjects aligned with their career:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Minimum_and_Maximum_Subjects\"><\/span>1. Minimum and Maximum Subjects<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>minimum of 5 subjects is mandatory for students of Class 12.<\/strong> And the <strong>maximum number of subjects can be 6 or 7.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The combination mainly includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 language subjects (one Hindi or English and one elective\/optional language).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 core academic (major) subjects related to stream.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 or 2 additional\/minor subjects.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Compulsory_Language\"><\/span>2. Compulsory Language<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>As per CBSE Class 12th subject change guidelines, students must study at least two languages, and one of them must be either English or Hindi as <\/strong>a compulsory language.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students can also prefer both Hindi and English if they choose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Subject_Combination_Rule\"><\/span>3. Subject Combination Rule<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Subject combination rule is the most important part for future learning. <strong>Students must select Class 12th subjects based on Class 11th and follow the CBSE-prescribed stream pattern.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Specific_Subject_Exceptions\"><\/span>4. Specific Subject Exceptions&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CBSE offers specific subject exceptions<\/strong> especially for those subjects which clash. For example, students who opt for Mathematics can also choose Applied Mathematics.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While, <strong>subjects like Biology and Biotechnology cannot be taken together in most CBSE schools.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Difference_Between_Major_and_Minor_Subjects_in_CBSE_Class_12\"><\/span>Key Difference Between Major and Minor Subjects in CBSE Class 12<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To understand both <strong>major and minor subjects in CBSE Class 12 given below is a comparison table for learners:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>S No.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Particulars<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Major Subjects<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Minor Subjects<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>1.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Role in Exam<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">The role of major subjects is to define the stream and determine promotion and results. It is also known as core subjects.&nbsp;<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">The role of minor subjects to add variety and practical exposure. It is also preferred for skills improvement.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>2.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Weightage<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">In CBSE class 12th, major subjects have higher weightage than minor subjects.&nbsp;<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">While in CBSE class 12th, minor subjects have lower weightage than major subjects.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>3.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Focus Area<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Theoretical knowledge, analytical skills, and mainstream understanding are some of the main focus areas of major subjects.&nbsp;<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Practical learning, creativity, life skills, and innovation are some of the main focus areas of minor subjects.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>4.<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Examples<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Physics, Chemistry, Biology etc are major subjects.&nbsp;<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Physical Education, Informatics Practices etc.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding <strong>both major and minor subjects in CBSE Class 12 help in taking the right decision<\/strong> based on interest and career growth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Major subjects build the foundation of the chosen stream<\/strong> and <strong>minor subjects provide <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/flexible-learning\/\"><strong>flexible learning<\/strong><\/a>\r\n opportunities, creativity, and skill enhancement<\/strong>.\u00a0<br>Remember, <strong>a right combination of major and minor subjects in CBSE Class 12 guide students to get the desired academic achievements.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Students enrolling in Class 12th is an exciting as well as overwhelming journey.&nbsp; However, every step is crucial especially when&#8230; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/major-and-minor-subjects-of-cbse-class-12\/\" class=\"read-more\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":36,"featured_media":11760,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[62],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11759","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cbse"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Major and Minor Subjects of CBSE Class 12: A Complete Guide<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Explore major and minor subjects in CBSE Class 12. 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