CBSE Class 11 Syllabus 2026-27
Complete guide to Science, Commerce and Humanities subjects, subject combinations, NCERT books, study priorities and preparation.
Class 11 is the beginning of the Senior Secondary stage. For 2026-27, CBSE has released the Senior Secondary curriculum for Classes XI-XII. Students normally select a language plus academic and/or skill electives according to the permitted scheme. CBSE states that three electives may be selected from academic and skill groups, with an optional additional subject. citeturn0search0turn0search19
Choose Your Stream
🔬 Science
Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology and computing options.
💼 Commerce
Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics and Mathematics/Applied Mathematics.
📚 Humanities
History, Political Science, Geography, Economics, Sociology and Psychology.
CBSE Class 11 Subject Structure
| Component | What it means |
|---|---|
| Subject I | English or Hindi at the permitted Core/Elective level |
| Subject II | Another language or an academic elective |
| Subjects III–V | Three academic electives, or permitted academic/skill combinations |
| Additional Subject | Optional sixth subject from the permitted groups |
| Internal Assessment | Health & Physical Education, Work Experience and General Studies |
CBSE’s 2026-27 scheme confirms this senior-secondary structure. It also states that one of English or Hindi must be among the languages, while both can be offered simultaneously. citeturn0search0
🔬 Science Stream
| Subject | Study Priority | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | ★★★★★ | Concepts, mathematical reasoning, diagrams and numericals |
| Chemistry | ★★★★★ | Physical, inorganic and organic foundations |
| Mathematics | ★★★★★ | Algebra, functions, coordinate geometry and calculus foundations |
| Biology | ★★★★★ | Diagrams, terminology, processes and application |
| Computer Science / IP | ★★★★☆ | Programming, computational thinking and data concepts |
Subject-combination note: CBSE permits only one among Informatics Practices (065), Computer Science (083) and Information Technology (802) in the relevant combination. citeturn0search0
💼 Commerce Stream
| Subject | Study Priority | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Accountancy | ★★★★★ | Accounting concepts, journal entries, ledger and problem solving |
| Business Studies | ★★★★★ | Concepts, examples, business environment and application |
| Economics | ★★★★★ | Statistics, economic concepts and data interpretation |
| Mathematics / Applied Mathematics | ★★★★★ | Quantitative reasoning and applications |
| Entrepreneurship / Skill Elective | ★★★★☆ | Follow the subject offered by your school |
CBSE specifically notes that Business Studies (054) and Business Administration (833) cannot be taken together. citeturn0search0
📚 Humanities Stream
| Subject | Study Priority | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| History | ★★★★★ | Sources, chronology, interpretation and historical argument |
| Political Science | ★★★★★ | Political concepts, institutions and analytical writing |
| Geography | ★★★★★ | Maps, physical processes, data and human geography |
| Economics | ★★★★★ | Concepts, statistics and application |
| Sociology | ★★★★☆ | Social institutions, concepts and examples |
| Psychology | ★★★★☆ | Research, behaviour, concepts and application |
TeachGyan priority ratings are study guidance, not official CBSE marks or rankings.
Important Subject Combination Rules
- English or Hindi must be one of the two languages; both may be offered simultaneously. citeturn0search0
- Mathematics (041) and Applied Mathematics (241) cannot be taken together. citeturn0search21
- Only one of Informatics Practices, Computer Science and Information Technology can be selected from that group. citeturn0search0
- Business Studies and Business Administration cannot be taken together. citeturn0search0
- The exact subjects available depend on what your school offers under CBSE rules.
Marks & Assessment
CBSE’s senior-secondary scheme assigns 100 marks to each academic subject, with subject-specific examination and/or internal/practical components defined in the individual curriculum. The exact theory/practical/project split must be checked in the syllabus for the particular subject. citeturn0search19
90-Day Class 11 Study Plan
| Days | Focus |
|---|---|
| 1–30 | Build NCERT concepts and complete the first units in every chosen subject. |
| 31–60 | Complete more syllabus, make chapter notes and start regular question practice. |
| 61–75 | Revision, numericals, diagrams, maps, writing practice and practical/project work. |
| 76–90 | Timed tests, error analysis and targeted revision of weak chapters. |
NCERT Class 11 Textbooks
Use the official NCERT textbook portal for the latest available Class XI books and PDFs. citeturn0search1
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TeachGyan Class 11 Resources
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FAQs
Is Class 11 syllabus the same for every student?
No. The syllabus depends on the subjects selected and offered by the school.
Can I change my stream after Class 10?
Subject/stream changes depend on the school’s policy, available subjects and CBSE requirements. Check with your school before finalising your combination.
Can I take Mathematics and Applied Mathematics together?
No. CBSE’s senior-secondary scheme states that Mathematics (041) and Applied Mathematics (241) cannot be taken together. citeturn0search21
Which NCERT books should I use?
Use the latest books prescribed for your selected subjects and verify them on the official NCERT textbook portal.
Last reviewed: September 2026.