NCERT: No New Textbooks for Class 10, 11 in 2026 Session, Rollout from 2027–28 as the council has issued an official advisory. The update confirms that revised textbooks under the new framework will not be introduced in the current academic year.
NCERT Textbook Update 2026 for Classes 10 and 11
The National Council of Educational Research and Training has informed that Classes 10 and 11 will continue with the existing textbooks for the 2026 academic session. The introduction of new textbooks for these classes has been deferred. As per the official plan, revised books will now be implemented from the 2027–28 academic session.
NEP 2020 and NCF-SE 2023 Textbook Rollout Plan
The textbook revision is part of the broader reforms under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCF-SE) 2023. NCERT is implementing the changes in a phased manner to ensure smooth transition across classes.
NCERT New Textbooks for Classes 1 to 9 Status
The council has already developed new textbooks for Classes 1 to 8. These are available in both print and digital formats for students and schools. For Class 9, new textbooks are currently under development. These books are expected to be introduced from the 2026–27 academic session.
NCERT Class 9 Draft Syllabus and Feedback Process
NCERT has also released draft syllabi for Class 9 based on the NCF-SE 2023 recommendations. These drafts are available on the official website for review. Educators and stakeholders can provide feedback on the proposed curriculum before final implementation.
NCERT Curriculum Changes 2026 Key Highlights
The phased rollout strategy ensures gradual adoption of the updated curriculum across different levels. This helps maintain continuity for students currently studying under the existing system.
Key highlights include:
- No change in textbooks for Classes 10 and 11 in 2026
- New textbooks for these classes from 2027–28
- Updated books already available for Classes 1 to 8
- Class 9 books to be introduced from 2026–27
The NCERT advisory provides clarity for students and schools regarding syllabus continuity and upcoming curriculum changes under the new education policy.