Syllabus for 2025-26
Note: The syllabus is based on the previous curriculum, assumed to be in effect for 2025-26 unless updated by the Maharashtra State Board. Exams are expected in February to March 2026.
Computer Science Paper I
| Chapter | Topics | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems |
- What is an operating system: Services in OS, Overview of OS (Windows 98, Windows NT) - Linux: Concepts related to Information management (Only definition), File System, Device Drivers, Terminal I/O - Concepts related to process management (Only definition): Process, Multiprogramming, Context switching, Process States, Priority, Multitasking, Timesharing - Concepts related to Memory Management (Only definition): A typical map for single user computer, Partitioning, Fixed & Variable Partitioning, Paging, Segmentation, Virtual memory - GUI: Basic GUI features such as Windows, Task List, Drag, Resize, Close, Minimize, Maximize, Access and security aspect of OS, security Threats, Attacks on Security, Computer Worms, Computer Viruses |
22 |
| Data Structures |
- Introduction to data structures, Data structure operations, Algorithmic notation - Control structures - Arrays: Representation in memory - Traversing, Inserting, Deleting, Sorting, Binary search in an array, Pointer arrays - Records in memory using arrays, Link list, Representation of link list in memory, Trees, Binary trees, Representing binary tree in memory |
19 |
| C++ |
- Review of C++ - Arrays, pointers, references, strings, principles of object-oriented programming, classes and objects, Constructors and destructors - Operator overloading and type conversion, virtual functions and polymorphism, inheritance, working with files |
13 |
| HTML Introduction |
- HTML, Why HTML, HTML advantages and drawbacks - Study of Tags: <HTML>, <HEAD>, <TITLE>, <BODY>, <P>, <BR>, <UL>, <LI>, <PRE>, <MARQUEE> Font Styles <B>, <I>, <U>, <BIG>, <SMALL>, <SUB>, <SUP>, <FONT> Images <HR>, <IMG>, <SRC>, <ALT>, <HEIGHT>, <WIDTH> - Align Tables: <TABLE>, <CAPTION>, <TR>, <TH>, <TD> - Use of Scripting as a language support (Note: Only VB Script using FOR, NEXT, IF THEN ELSE, MsgBox, InBox, DIM, SET) |
16 |
Computer Science Paper II
| Chapter | Topics | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Microprocessors & Organization of 8085 |
- Evolution of Microprocessor, What is a Microprocessor? - Block diagram of Generic Microprocessor and study of various blocks in it - Block Diagram of 8085 Microprocessor - Study of various blocks and functions of various pins on it |
20 |
| Instruction Set and Programming of 8085 |
- Evolution Addressing Modes in 8085 - Programming mode of 8085 - Study of Instruction Set: Data transfer, Arithmetic, Logic, Branching, Stack, I/O and Machine Control Group Instructions - Assembly language programs based on above instructions |
40 |
| Introduction to Intel X86 Family |
- Introduction to Advance Microprocessors - Introduction to X86 Family and study of major attributes of the X86 family processors - Programming Model of X86 family of microprocessors |
10 |
| Introduction to Microcontroller |
- Introduction to Microcontroller - Study of 8051: Architecture and Programming model - Overview of another Microcontroller in the 8051 family - Application of Microcontroller |
10 |
| Networking Technology Study of Transmission Media Cable Media |
- Coaxial, Twisted pair, Fiber optic: Their comparison - Introduction to wireless media - Network topologies: Access methods, Topologies Bus, Ring Star, Ethernet, Token ring, Protocols Internet protocol - Introduction to connectivity devices: Modem, Hubs, Repeaters, and Routers |
20 |
Marks Distribution for 2025-26
Total Marks: 200
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Theory (Paper I) | 50 |
| Theory (Paper II) | 50 |
| Practicals and Team Work (Paper I) | 50 |
| Practicals and Team Work (Paper II) | 50 |
| Total | 200 |
Paper Pattern for 2025-26
Note: The paper pattern has been adjusted to include 25% objective questions (MCQs) as per 2025-26 guidelines. Each paper (Paper I and Paper II) is of 50 marks.
| Question | Type | Marks for Each | Number of Questions to Attempt | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 (A) | MCQs (Compulsory) | 1 Mark each | 13 | 13 Marks |
| Q1 (B) | Attempt any two | 2 Marks each | 2 | 4 Marks |
| Q2 (A) | Attempt any two | 2 Marks each | 2 | 4 Marks |
| Q2 (B) | Attempt any one | 3 Marks | 1 | 3 Marks |
| Q3 (A) | Attempt any two | 2 Marks each | 2 | 4 Marks |
| Q3 (B) | Attempt any one | 3 Marks | 1 | 3 Marks |
| Q4 (A) | Attempt any two | 2 Marks each | 2 | 4 Marks |
| Q4 (B) | Attempt any one | 3 Marks | 1 | 3 Marks |
| Q5 (OR Q5) | Attempt any two | 6 Marks each | 2 | 12 Marks |
| Total | - | - | - | 50 Marks |
Exam Format for 2025-26
Time: 3 hrs per paper
Total Marks per Paper: 50
Q1 (A): MCQs (Compulsory)
- 1 Mark each, 13 questions, 13 marks
Q1 (B): Attempt Any Two
- 2 Marks each, 4 marks
Q2 (A): Attempt Any Two
- 2 Marks each, 4 marks
Q2 (B): Attempt Any One
- 3 Marks, 3 marks
Q3 (A): Attempt Any Two
- 2 Marks each, 4 marks
Q3 (B): Attempt Any One
- 3 Marks, 3 marks
Q4 (A): Attempt Any Two
- 2 Marks each, 4 marks
Q4 (B): Attempt Any One
- 3 Marks, 3 marks
Q5 (OR Q5): Attempt Any Two
- 6 Marks each, 12 marks
General Instructions
- Figures to the right indicate full marks.
- Each paper will have five main questions.
