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Academic Session 2026-27

West Bengal Board Class 9 Syllabus 2026-27

Complete WBBSE Class 9 Subject-wise Curriculum

5 Core Subjects • Bengali & English Medium • Updated for 2026-27
Detailed syllabus for Bengali, English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies as per WBBSE guidelines.

5 Subjects 2 Language Options 100 Marks Each Updated Syllabus

Bengali (বাংলা) Syllabus 2026-27

West Bengal Board Class 9 Bengali syllabus focuses on developing advanced language skills through literature, grammar, and composition. Students learn to appreciate Bengali literature while building strong communication skills for board exams.

Unit Topics Marks
গদ্য (Prose)
  • নির্বাচিত গদ্য সংকলন - আধুনিক ও শাস্ত্রীয় রচনা
  • প্রধান লেখকদের সাহিত্যিক অবদান
  • গদ্যের গভীর অধ্যয়ন ও বিশ্লেষণ
  • সাহিত্যিক প্রয়োগ ও ভাষিক বৈশিষ্ট্য
  • গদ্যে প্রসঙ্গ ও আশয়গ্রহণ
  • লেখকের শৈলী ও চিন্তাধারা
  • প্রশ্নোত্তরের জন্য গদ্যের অধ্যয়ন
  • বাংলা সাহিত্যের ইতিহাস
20
কবিতা (Poetry)
  • নির্বাচিত কবিতা সংকলন - ধ্রুপদী ও আধুনিক
  • প্রধান কবিগণের সাহিত্যিক অবদান
  • কবিতায় অলংকারিক সৌন্দর্য
  • কবিতার অর্থ ও আশয়গ্রহণ
  • কবিতায় ভাবনা ও চিন্তা
  • ছন্দ ও যমকের অধ্যয়ন
  • কবিতায় প্রতীকাত্মকতা
  • কবিতার সামাজিক প্রেক্ষাপট
20
ব্যাকরণ (Grammar)
  • সন্ধি - স্বরসন্ধি, ব্যঞ্জনসন্ধি, বিসর্গসন্ধি (বিস্তারিত)
  • সমাস - তৎপুরুষ, বহুব্রীহি, দ্বন্দ্ব, কর্মধারয় (বিস্তারিত)
  • কারক - সম্প্রদান, অপাদান, অধিকরণ, করণ (উন্নত)
  • অলঙ্কার - অনুপ্রাস, উপমা, রূপক, উৎপ্রেক্ষা, দৃষ্টান্ত
  • প্রবাদ ও বাগধারা - অর্থ ও বাক্যে প্রয়োগ
  • বাক্য গঠন - সরল, জটিল, যৌগিক বাক্য
  • শব্দরচনা ও বাক্যরচনা (উন্নত)
  • বিরুদ্ধার্থী, সমার্থী শব্দ (বিস্তারিত)
  • ভাষায় লিঙ্গ, বচন, পুরুষ (উন্নত)
  • কালের ব্যবহার ও অনুশীলন
  • বাক্যাংশের ব্যবহার
25
রচনা (Composition)
  • প্রবন্ধ রচনা - বর্ণনাত্মক, মতপ্রধান, যুক্তিপূর্ণ
  • পত্র রচনা - ব্যক্তিগত, প্রাতিষ্ঠানিক, বাণিজ্যিক, সরকারি
  • সারাংশ রচনা ও টীকা
  • গল্প রচনা ও সৃজনশীল রচনা
  • সংলাপ রচনা
  • বিজ্ঞাপন রচনা
  • সংবাদ রচনা - সংবাদপত্রের জন্য
  • প্রতিবেদন রচনা
15
অনুশীলন (Workbook)
  • অনুশীলন প্রশ্নসংগ্রহ
  • উপক্রম ও প্রকল্প
  • গৃহকর্ম ও নিয়তকালিক মূল্যায়ন
  • প্রকল্প কাজ
20
Note: Students can choose between Bengali and English medium. The syllabus content is adapted accordingly for each medium. Internal assessment includes periodic tests and notebook submission.

English Syllabus 2026-27

West Bengal Board Class 9 English syllabus develops advanced language skills including reading, writing, grammar, and literature appreciation. Students build a strong foundation for Class 10 board exams.

Unit Topics Marks
Reading Comprehension
  • Unseen passages with comprehension questions
  • Inference and analytical questions
  • Advanced vocabulary building
  • Word meanings and contextual usage
  • Passage-based question answering
  • Summary writing from passages
  • Critical thinking questions
  • Factual and inferential questions
15
Prose
  • Selected prose pieces from prescribed textbook
  • Author introduction and literary contribution
  • Critical analysis and interpretation
  • Thematic and stylistic analysis
  • Character analysis and plot study
  • Moral and ethical lessons
  • Application to real-life situations
  • Literary devices in prose
20
Poetry
  • Selected poems from prescribed textbook
  • Poet introduction and literary contribution
  • Poetic devices and analysis
  • Meaning and interpretation
  • Rhyme scheme and meter study
  • Imagery and figurative language
  • Theme and message of poems
  • Social and historical context
15
Grammar
  • Tenses - Present, Past, Future (All forms - Advanced)
  • Parts of Speech - Noun, Pronoun, Verb, Adjective, Adverb (Advanced)
  • Prepositions and Conjunctions - Advanced Usage
  • Active and Passive Voice - Advanced
  • Direct and Indirect Speech - Advanced
  • Articles and Determiners - Advanced
  • Modals and their usage - Advanced
  • Subject-Verb Agreement - Advanced
  • Sentence Transformation - Advanced
  • Error Correction - Advanced
  • Clauses and Phrases
  • Conditional Sentences
25
Writing Skills
  • Essay Writing - Descriptive, Narrative, Argumentative, Expository
  • Letter Writing - Formal, Informal, Business, Official
  • Story Writing with given clues and prompts
  • Precis Writing and Summary - Advanced
  • Paragraph Writing - Advanced
  • Dialogue Writing - Advanced
  • Report Writing
  • Article Writing
  • Speech Writing
10
Internal Assessment Periodic tests, notebook submission, subject enrichment activities, project work 15
Pro Tip: Read English newspapers, magazines, and storybooks daily to improve vocabulary and comprehension skills. Practice writing essays on current topics and develop analytical writing skills.

Mathematics Syllabus 2026-27

West Bengal Board Class 9 Mathematics syllabus covers comprehensive topics including number systems, algebra, geometry, mensuration, statistics, and probability. Students develop strong analytical and problem-solving skills for board exams.

Unit Topics Marks
Number Systems
  • Number Systems - Real Numbers, Rational and Irrational Numbers
  • Laws of Exponents - Advanced
  • Surds and their Operations
  • Real Numbers and their Properties
  • Number Line Representation
  • Introduction to Complex Numbers
10
Algebra
  • Polynomials - Types, Operations, Factorization
  • Linear Equations in Two Variables
  • Algebraic Identities - Advanced
  • Factorization of Polynomials
  • Introduction to Graphs
  • Quadratic Equations - Basic
20
Geometry
  • Lines and Angles - Advanced Properties
  • Triangles - Congruence, Similarity, Properties
  • Quadrilaterals - Properties and Types
  • Circles - Theorems and Properties
  • Coordinate Geometry - Cartesian System
  • Practical Geometry - Constructions
  • Visualizing Solid Shapes
25
Mensuration
  • Heron's Formula - Applications
  • Surface Area and Volume of Cubes, Cuboids, Cylinders
  • Surface Area and Volume of Cones, Spheres, Hemispheres
  • Perimeter and Area of Composite Figures
  • Conversion of Units
  • Applications of Mensuration in Real Life
15
Statistics and Probability
  • Data Handling - Collection and Representation
  • Frequency Distribution - Grouped and Ungrouped
  • Mean, Median, Mode - Advanced
  • Graphical Representation - Bar Graph, Histogram, Pie Chart
  • Probability - Basic Concepts and Applications
  • Measures of Central Tendency
10
Internal Assessment Periodic tests, notebook submission, subject enrichment activities 20
Note: Regular practice is essential for Mathematics. Solve problems from each unit daily and focus on understanding concepts rather than rote memorization. Practice geometry proofs and algebra problems regularly.

Science Syllabus 2026-27

West Bengal Board Class 9 Science covers comprehensive topics in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with emphasis on practical applications and scientific inquiry for board exam preparation.

Unit Topics Marks
Physics
  • Motion - Types, Equations, Graphical Representation
  • Force - Balanced and Unbalanced Forces
  • Newton's Laws of Motion - Applications
  • Gravitation - Universal Law, Acceleration due to Gravity
  • Work and Energy - Types, Conservation
  • Sound - Production, Propagation, Characteristics
  • Thrust, Pressure, Buoyancy
  • Friction - Types and Applications
30
Chemistry
  • Matter in Our Surroundings - States and Properties
  • Is Matter Around Us Pure - Mixtures, Solutions, Compounds
  • Atoms and Molecules - Laws of Chemical Combination
  • Structure of Atom - Models, Subatomic Particles
  • Chemical Reactions and Equations
  • Acids, Bases and Salts - Properties and Uses
  • Metals and Non-Metals - Properties and Reactions
25
Biology
  • Cell - Structure and Functions, Organelles
  • Tissues - Plant and Animal Tissues
  • Diversity in Living Organisms - Classification
  • Why Do We Fall Ill - Disease and Health
  • Improvement in Food Resources
  • Natural Resources - Types and Conservation
  • Cell Division - Mitosis and Meiosis
25
Environmental Science
  • Environmental Conservation and Sustainability
  • Climate Change and Global Warming
  • Natural Resources and their Conservation
  • Waste Management - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
  • Agricultural Science - Modern Methods
  • Ecosystem and Biodiversity
20
Internal Assessment Practical work, periodic tests, notebook submission, project work 20
Practical Work: Hands-on experiments for each unit to develop scientific inquiry and observation skills. Students must maintain a practical record book and perform all experiments as per WBBSE guidelines.

Social Studies Syllabus 2026-27

West Bengal Board Class 9 Social Studies provides comprehensive understanding of Indian history, geography, political systems, and economic concepts with focus on West Bengal's heritage and contemporary issues.

Unit Topics Marks
History
  • The French Revolution - Causes and Impacts
  • Socialism in Europe and the Russian Revolution
  • Nazism and the Rise of Hitler
  • Forest Society and Colonialism
  • Pastoralists in the Modern World
  • History of West Bengal - Colonial and Post-Colonial
  • Indian National Movement - Bengal's Role
  • Social and Religious Reforms in Bengal
22
Geography
  • India - Size and Location
  • Physical Features of India - Mountains, Plains, Plateau
  • Drainage Systems - Rivers and Lakes
  • Climate of India - Factors and Types
  • Natural Vegetation and Wildlife
  • Population - Distribution and Density
  • Geography of West Bengal - Physical and Human
  • Agriculture and Resources in West Bengal
18
Political Science
  • What is Democracy? Why Democracy?
  • Constitutional Design - Indian Constitution
  • Electoral Politics - Elections and Representation
  • Working of Institutions - Executive, Legislature, Judiciary
  • Democratic Rights - Fundamental Rights
  • Political System of West Bengal
  • Local Government - Panchayati Raj
20
Economics
  • The Story of Village Palampur - Rural Economy
  • People as Resource - Human Capital Formation
  • Poverty as a Challenge
  • Food Security in India
  • Agriculture and Food Security - West Bengal
  • Industrial Development in West Bengal
  • Economic Planning and Development
20
Internal Assessment Periodic tests, notebook submission, project work, map work 20
Map Work: Students are required to practice map work for Geography and History. Map-based questions carry 4-5 marks in the exam. Focus on India's physical features and West Bengal's geographical features.

Syllabus Download & Resources

Official Syllabus PDF

Download the complete West Bengal Board Class 9 syllabus PDF from the official WBBSE website.

Visit WBBSE Official Website

Recommended Textbooks

  • WBBSE Prescribed Textbooks for Class 9
  • West Bengal Board of Secondary Education Books
  • Subject-wise Reference Books
  • Practice Workbooks and Sample Papers
  • NCERT Textbooks for Additional Reference

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