CBSE Book List Class Wise (Session 202223)
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) releases an official list of textbooks for every academic session. The list for the 202223 session is essential for students, parents, and teachers to ensure that the right books are procured in time for the school year. Below is a concise, classwise overview of the prescribed books, organized by subject. All titles mentioned are the NCERT editions unless otherwise specified.
ClassIX
| Subject | Book Title (NCERT) |
|---|
| Mathematics | Mathematics Class IX |
| Science | Science Class IX |
| Social Science | History Class IX |
| Geography Class IX |
| Political Science Class IX |
| Economics Class IX |
| English | First Flight (Textbook); Footprints without Feet (Supplementary) |
| Hindi | Vasant (Textbook); Kshitij (Supplementary) |
| Second Language (optional) | Various regional language texts as per school offering |
ClassX
| Subject | Book Title (NCERT) |
|---|
| Mathematics | Mathematics Class X |
| Science | Science Class X |
| Social Science | History Class X |
| Geography Class X |
| Political Science Class X |
| Economics Class X |
| English | First Flight (Textbook); Footprints without Feet (Supplementary) |
| Hindi | Vasant (Textbook); Kshitij (Supplementary) |
| Second Language (optional) | Regional language textbooks as per school policy |
ClassXI Science Stream
| Subject | Book Title (NCERT) |
|---|
| Physics | Physics Part1 & Part2 |
| Chemistry | Chemistry Part1 & Part2 |
| Biology | Biology Part1 & Part2 |
| Mathematics | Mathematics Part1 & Part2 |
| English Core | English Core (Course1) |
| English Elective | English Elective (Course2) |
| Physical Education | Physical Education (Optional) |
ClassXI Commerce Stream
| Subject | Book Title (NCERT) |
|---|
| Business Studies | Business Studies Class XI |
| Accountancy | Accountancy Class XI |
| Economics | Introductory Microeconomics Class XI |
| Mathematics | Mathematics Class XI (if opted) |
| English Core | English Core (Course1) |
| English Elective | English Elective (Course2) |
ClassXI Humanities Stream
| Subject | Book Title (NCERT) |
|---|
| History | History Themes in World History (Class XI) |
| Geography | Fundamentals of Physical Geography (Class XI) |
| Political Science | Political Science Class XI |
| Sociology | Sociology Class XI |
| Psychology | Psychology Class XI (optional) |
| English Core | English Core (Course1) |
| English Elective | English Elective (Course2) |
ClassXII Science Stream
| Subject | Book Title (NCERT) |
|---|
| Physics | Physics Part1 & Part2 (Class XII) |
| Chemistry | Chemistry Part1 & Part2 (Class XII) |
| Biology | Biology Part1 & Part2 (Class XII) |
| Mathematics | Mathematics Part1 & Part2 (Class XII) |
| English Core | English Core (Course1) |
| English Elective | English Elective (Course2) |
| Physical Education | Physical Education (Optional) |
ClassXII Commerce Stream
| Subject | Book Title (NCERT) |
|---|
| Business Studies | Business Studies Class XII |
| Accountancy | Accountancy Class XII |
| Economics | Introductory Macroeconomics Class XII |
| Mathematics | Mathematics Class XII (if opted) |
| English Core | English Core (Course1) |
| English Elective | English Elective (Course2) |
ClassXII Humanities Stream
| Subject | Book Title (NCERT) |
|---|
| History | Themes in World History Class XII |
| Geography | Fundamentals of Human Geography Class XII |
| Political Science | Political Science Class XII |
| Sociology | Sociology Class XII |
| Psychology | Psychology Class XII (optional) |
| English Core | English Core (Course1) |
| English Elective | English Elective (Course2) |
How to Use This List
- Purchasing: Most schools provide a copy of the list during admission. Parents can order the books from schoolapproved vendors, authorized NCERT dealers, or reputable online marketplaces.
- Digital Versions: NCERT makes free PDF versions of every textbook available on its official website (ncert.nic.in). Downloading the PDFs is legal and helps students who prefer electronic study material.
- Revision Guides: While NCERT books are the core material for board examinations, many students supplement them with guidebooks from publishers like Oswaal or Arihant for additional practice.
- Updates: The CBSE occasionally issues errata or supplementary notes after the main list is released. Check the boards portal or your schools announcements for any such updates during the academic year.
Key Points about the 202223 List
1. Uniformity across India: The list is standard for all CBSEaffiliated schools, ensuring that every student studies from the same base material.
2. Emphasis on Conceptual Learning: NCERT textbooks have been revised to focus more on understanding rather than rote memorisation, which aligns with the boards revised assessment pattern.
3. Inclusion of SkillBased Activities: Many science and socialscience books now contain inquirybased activities, experiments, and case studies to develop analytical skills.
4. Language Options: Apart from the mandatory English and Hindi, schools may offer a third language (regional or foreign). The list above mentions Second Language for lower classes and Optional for senior classes where applicable.
5. Accessibility: The PDFs are accessible to visuallyimpaired learners through screen readers, and many books are also available in Braille format.
Helpful Links
Keeping a copy of this list handy will simplify textbook procurement and ensure smooth preparation for the board examinations. For any doubts regarding optional subjects or language choices, it is advisable to consult the schools academic coordinator.
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