All Class 11 subjects
122 subjects across languages, academic electives and skill subjects. Your school will offer only some of them, so use this to know what exists and what to ask for.
Languages
39English Core
Language skills: reading, writing, grammar and literature at the core level.
English Elective
Deeper study of literature, criticism and creative writing.
Hindi Core
Language skills: reading, writing, grammar and literature at the core level.
Hindi Elective
Deeper study of literature, criticism and creative writing.
Sanskrit Core
Language skills: reading, writing, grammar and literature at the core level.
Sanskrit Elective
Deeper study of literature, criticism and creative writing.
Urdu Core
Language skills: reading, writing, grammar and literature at the core level.
Urdu Elective
Deeper study of literature, criticism and creative writing.
Punjabi
Language, literature and communication in Punjabi.
Bengali
Language, literature and communication in Bengali.
Tamil
Language, literature and communication in Tamil.
Telugu (Andhra Pradesh)
Language, literature and communication in Telugu.
Telugu (Telangana)
Language, literature and communication in Telugu.
Sindhi
Language, literature and communication in Sindhi.
Marathi
Language, literature and communication in Marathi.
Gujarati
Language, literature and communication in Gujarati.
Manipuri
Language, literature and communication in Manipuri.
Malayalam
Language, literature and communication in Malayalam.
Odia
Language, literature and communication in Odia.
Assamese
Language, literature and communication in Assamese.
Kannada
Language, literature and communication in Kannada.
Arabic
Language, literature and communication in Arabic.
Tibetan
Language, literature and communication in Tibetan.
French
Language, literature and communication in French.
German
Language, literature and communication in German.
Russian
Language, literature and communication in Russian.
Persian
Language, literature and communication in Persian.
Nepali
Language, literature and communication in Nepali.
Limboo
Language, literature and communication in Limboo.
Lepcha
Language, literature and communication in Lepcha.
Bhoti
Language, literature and communication in Bhoti.
Kokborok
Language, literature and communication in Kokborok.
Bodo
Language, literature and communication in Bodo.
Tangkhul
Language, literature and communication in Tangkhul.
Japanese
Language, literature and communication in Japanese.
Bhutia
Language, literature and communication in Bhutia.
Spanish
Language, literature and communication in Spanish.
Kashmiri
Language, literature and communication in Kashmiri.
Mizo
Language, literature and communication in Mizo.
Sciences
5Physics
How the physical world works, from motion and energy to electricity, optics and modern physics.
Chemistry
Matter, reactions and molecules: physical, organic and inorganic chemistry with lab work.
Biology
Living systems from cells to ecosystems: plant and human physiology, genetics, evolution.
Biotechnology
Applied biology: genetic engineering, cell culture, bioprocessing and genomics.
Engineering Graphics
Technical drawing: projections, sections and machine drawing done by hand and CAD.
Mathematics
2Commerce
3Accountancy
Recording, summarising and analysing business transactions; the base for CA and finance.
Business Studies
How businesses are organised and managed: management, marketing, finance and trade.
Entrepreneurship
Spotting opportunities and building ventures: business plans, funding and growth.
Humanities & Social Sciences
9Economics
Micro and macro economics with statistics: markets, money, growth and Indian economy.
History
Themes in world and Indian history: societies, empires, colonialism and the national movement.
Political Science
Constitution, political theory, Indian politics and world affairs.
Geography
Physical and human geography with maps, data and fieldwork.
Psychology
The science of mind and behaviour: learning, memory, personality, wellbeing.
Sociology
How societies work: family, caste, class, change and social institutions in India.
Philosophy
Logic, ethics and Indian and Western philosophical traditions.
Legal Studies
Introduction to law: the judiciary, constitutional law, contracts, torts and legal careers.
Knowledge Traditions & Practices of India
India's knowledge systems: literature, philosophy, science, arts and agriculture traditions.
Computing
2Fine Arts
4Painting
History of Indian art plus practical painting, composition and study from nature.
Graphics
Printmaking techniques with art history: relief, intaglio and screen printing.
Sculpture
Modelling and carving in clay, plaster and other materials, with art history.
Applied / Commercial Art
Design for communication: posters, typography, illustration and advertising layouts.
Music
6Carnatic Music (Vocal)
Carnatic vocal theory and performance.
Carnatic Music (Melodic Instruments)
Carnatic music on a melodic instrument such as veena or violin.
Carnatic Music (Percussion - Mridangam)
Carnatic percussion theory and mridangam performance.
Hindustani Music (Vocal)
Hindustani vocal theory, ragas and performance.
Hindustani Music (Melodic Instruments)
Hindustani music on sitar, flute, violin and other melodic instruments.
Hindustani Music (Percussion)
Hindustani percussion theory and tabla or pakhawaj performance.
Dance
6Kathak
Kathak theory, history and performance.
Bharatanatyam
Bharatanatyam theory, history and performance.
Kuchipudi
Kuchipudi theory, history and performance.
Odissi
Odissi theory, history and performance.
Manipuri
Manipuri dance theory, history and performance.
Kathakali
Kathakali theory, history and performance.
Health, Sports & Other
3Home Science
Human development, food and nutrition, textiles, resource management and communication.
Physical Education
Sports science, fitness, anatomy, psychology of sport and practical skills.
National Cadet Corps (NCC)
Leadership, drill, national integration and military basics. Only for enrolled NCC cadets.
Skill Subjects
43Skill subjects can be one of your five main subjects or the optional sixth. If you fail an academic elective, a passed sixth skill subject can replace it.
Retail
Store operations, customer service, merchandising and retail sales.
Information Technology
Office productivity, web basics, databases and IT support skills.
Web Application
Building websites: HTML, CSS, JavaScript basics and web publishing.
Automotive
Vehicle systems, servicing and workshop practice.
Financial Markets Management
Stock markets, mutual funds, trading basics and financial instruments.
Tourism
Travel services, destinations, tour planning and hospitality basics.
Beauty & Wellness
Skin, hair and wellness services and salon practice.
Agriculture
Crop production, soil, irrigation and farm practices.
Food Production
Professional cooking, kitchen operations and food safety.
Front Office Operations
Hotel front desk, reservations and guest services.
Banking
Banking products, operations, customer service and digital banking.
Marketing
Marketing mix, consumer behaviour, selling and digital marketing basics.
Health Care
Patient care, hospital procedures and health assistance.
Insurance
Insurance products, risk, claims and customer handling.
Horticulture
Fruits, vegetables, flowers and nursery management.
Typography & Computer Application
Typing, document preparation and office computer applications.
Geospatial Technology
Maps, GPS, remote sensing and GIS software.
Electrical Technology
Electrical circuits, wiring, appliances and safety.
Electronic Technology
Electronic components, circuits and devices.
Multi-Media
Graphics, animation, audio and video production.
Taxation
Income tax and GST basics, returns and compliance.
Cost Accounting
Cost sheets, material, labour and overhead costing.
Office Procedures & Practices
Office management, records, correspondence and meetings.
Shorthand (English)
English shorthand and transcription.
Shorthand (Hindi)
Hindi shorthand and transcription.
Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration
Refrigeration cycles, AC systems and servicing.
Medical Diagnostics
Lab techniques, sample handling and diagnostic procedures.
Textile Design
Fabrics, weaves, dyeing, printing and textile design.
Design
Design process, visual communication and product design basics.
Salesmanship
Selling skills, customer psychology and sales process.
Business Administration
Office administration, business communication and management basics.
Food Nutrition & Dietetics
Nutrition science, diet planning and food safety.
Mass Media Studies
Journalism, film, radio, TV, advertising and digital media.
Library & Information Science
Library systems, cataloguing and information management.
Fashion Studies
Fashion history, design, garment construction and merchandising.
Yoga
Yoga philosophy, asanas, pranayama and teaching practice.
Early Childhood Care & Education
Child development, pre-school education and care.
Artificial Intelligence
AI concepts, machine learning basics, AI project cycle and ethics.
Data Science
Data collection, analysis, statistics and visualisation basics.
Physical Activity Trainer
Fitness training, exercise science and coaching.
Land Transportation Associate
Road transport, logistics and fleet operations.
Electronics & Hardware
Electronic hardware, assembly, testing and repair.
Design Thinking & Innovation
Human-centred design, problem framing, prototyping and innovation.