Class 11th Hindi Syllabus

New Class 11th Hindi Syllabus 2025-26: CBSE/NCERT PDF

The CBSE Class 11th Hindi syllabus plays a crucial role in strengthening students’ command over the Hindi language while enhancing their appreciation for literature and communication skills. 

The curriculum introduces learners to a balanced mix of prose, poetry, and supplementary readings from renowned authors and poets. 

Along with literature, it focuses on writing skills, grammar, and comprehension to build strong linguistic ability. This Class 11 syllabus for Hindi Core is structured to prepare students not only for academic excellence but also for practical language use in higher studies and professional life.

Below is the CBSE class 11th Hindi syllabus overview:

खंडविवरणअंक
खंड–क (अपठित बोध)1. अपठित गद्यांश (लगभग 250 शब्द) पर आधारित प्रश्न
2. अपठित पद्यांश (लगभग 100 शब्द) पर आधारित प्रश्न
18
खंड–ख (अभिव्यक्ति और माध्यम पाठ्यपुस्तक के आधार पर)3. रचनात्मक लेखन (निबंध – लगभग 120 शब्द)
4. औपचारिक पत्र लेखन
5. पाठ संख्या 1, 2, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16 पर आधारित प्रश्न
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खंड–ग (आरोह भाग–1 एवं वितान भाग–1 के आधार पर)6. पठन काव्यांश पर आधारित बहुविकल्पी प्रश्न
7–8. काव्य खंड पर लघु एवं दीर्घ उत्तरीय प्रश्न
9. पठन गद्यांश पर आधारित बहुविकल्पी प्रश्न
10–11. गद्य खंड पर लघु एवं दीर्घ उत्तरीय प्रश्न
12. वितान के पाठों पर आधारित प्रश्न
40
आंतरिक मूल्यांकनश्रवण तथा वाचन – 10 अंक
परियोजना कार्य – 10 अंक
20
कुल अंक100

Download the complete Class 11 Hindi Core Syllabus 2025–26 PDF by CBSE.

विषयविवरणअंक
अपठित गद्यांशलगभग 250 शब्दों का गद्यांश। 
इस पर आधारित बोध, चिंतन, विश्लेषण आदि प्रश्न पूछे जाएंगे। 
प्रश्न प्रकार: बहुविकल्पीय, अति लघु उत्तरीय और लघु उत्तरीय।
10
अपठित पद्यांशलगभग 100 शब्दों का पद्यांश। 
इस पर आधारित सराहना, सौंदर्य, चिंतन, विश्लेषण आदि प्रश्न पूछे जाएंगे। 
प्रश्न प्रकार: बहुविकल्पीय, अति लघु उत्तरीय और लघु उत्तरीय।
8
कुल अंक18

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विषयविवरणअंक
रचनात्मक लेखनदिए गए 3 अप्रत्याशित विषयों में से किसी 1 विषय पर लगभग 120 शब्दों में निबंध लेखन।6
औपचारिक पत्र लेखनऔपचारिक पत्र (विकल्प सहित) पर लेखन।5
पाठ आधारित प्रश्नपाठ संख्या 1, 2, 9, 10, 14, 15 एवं 16 पर आधारित प्रश्न। इसमें लघु एवं दीर्घ उत्तरीय प्रश्न शामिल होंगे।11
कुल अंक22
विषयविवरणअंक
पठन काव्यांशपठन काव्यांश पर आधारित 5 बहुविकल्पीय प्रश्न।5
काव्य खंड प्रश्न (I)3 में से किसी 2 प्रश्नों के उत्तर (लगभग 60 शब्दों में)।6
काव्य खंड प्रश्न (II)3 में से किसी 2 प्रश्नों के उत्तर (लगभग 40 शब्दों में)।4
पठन गद्यांशपठन गद्यांश पर आधारित 5 बहुविकल्पीय प्रश्न।5
गद्य खंड प्रश्न (I)3 में से किसी 2 प्रश्नों के उत्तर (लगभग 60 शब्दों में)।6
गद्य खंड प्रश्न (II)3 में से किसी 2 प्रश्नों के उत्तर (लगभग 40 शब्दों में)।4
वितान आधारित प्रश्नवितान भाग-1 के 3 प्रश्नों में से किसी 2 के उत्तर (लगभग 60 शब्दों में)।10
कुल अंक40

Below is the list of chapters in class 11th Aroh book:

खंडपाठ संख्याशीर्षकलेखक / कवि
गद्य खंड1नमक का दरोगाप्रेमचन्द
2मियाँ नसीरुद्दीनकृष्णा सोबती
3अपू के साथ ढाई सालसत्यजीत राय
4विदाई–संभाषणबालमुकुन्द गुप्त
5गिल्लूशेखर जोशी
6रजनीमन्नू भंडारी
7जामुन का पेड़कुर्रतुलऐन हैदर
8भारत माताजवाहरलाल नेहरू
काव्य खंड1हम तो एक एक करि जानांकबीर
2मेरे तो गिरधर गोपाल, दूसरा न कोईमीराँ
3घर की यादभवानी प्रसाद मिश्र
4चंपा काले काले अच्छर नहीं चीन्हतीत्रिलोचन
5ग़ज़लदुष्यंत कुमार
6(i) हे भूख! मत मचल(ii) हे मेरे जूही के फूल जैसे ईश्वरअक्कमहादेवी
7सबसे ख़तरनाकअवतार सिंह पाश
8आओ, मिलकर बचाएँनिर्मल पुतुल

Check the latest CBSE Class 11 syllabus for all subjects below:

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Below is the list of class 11 Vitan book chapters:

पाठ संख्याशीर्षकलेखक
1भारतीय गायिकाओं में बेजोड़: लता मंगेशकरकुमार गंधर्व
2राजस्थान की रजत बूँदेंअनुपम मिश्र
3आलों–अँधारिबेबी हालदार
4भारतीय कलाएँ
5लेखकों के बारे में

These are the deleted chapters in class 11 Hindi syllabus for Aroh book:

खंडशीर्षकलेखक / कवि
काव्य खंडसंतों देखत जग बौराना (पद 2)कबीर
पग घुंघरू बाँधि मीरा नाची (पद 2)मीराँ
पथिक (पूरा पाठ)रामनरेश त्रिपाठी
वे आँखें (पूरा पाठ)सुमित्रानंदन पंत
गद्य खंडस्मृति में बारिश (पूरा पाठ)कृष्णनाथ
आत्मा का ताप (पूरा पाठ)सैयद हैदर रज़ा

The CBSE Class 11 Hindi Core syllabus is based on NCERT-published textbooks. Students must thoroughly study these books as they cover prose, poetry, supplementary readings, and expression skills.

क्रम संख्यापुस्तक का नामप्रकाशक
1आरोह भाग–1एन.सी.ई.आर.टी., नई दिल्ली
2वितान भाग–1एन.सी.ई.आर.टी., नई दिल्ली
3अभिव्यक्ति और माध्यमएन.सी.ई.आर.टी., नई दिल्ली
  • Language Proficiency: To strengthen students’ ability to read, write, and express effectively in Hindi.
  • Comprehension Skills: To develop the ability to understand unseen passages, prose, and poetry with clarity.
  • Critical Thinking: To encourage analysis, reflection, and logical interpretation of literary works.
  • Creative Expression: To build writing skills through essays, letters, reports, and creative tasks.
  • Cultural Awareness: To introduce learners to the richness of Indian culture, traditions, and values through literature.
  • Appreciation of Literature: To nurture sensitivity towards poems, stories, and essays by renowned Hindi writers.
  • Effective Communication; To improve listening and speaking skills through classroom activities and internal assessment.
  • Moral and Social Values: To inspire students by exposing them to literary works that carry ethical and human values.
  • Exam Preparedness: To prepare students for structured answers, precise writing, and accurate grammar in board exams.
  • Foundation for Higher Studies: To lay a strong base for Class 12 Hindi Core and competitive exam preparation.

1. Read Texts Regularly

Go through Aroh and Vitan chapters daily. Focus on summaries, difficult words, and literary devices to build clarity.

2. Practice Unseen Passages

Solve comprehension exercises regularly to improve speed and accuracy in handling unseen passages.

3. Focus on Writing Skills

Write practice essays, letters, and reports. Pay attention to format, grammar, and presentation for scoring high marks.

4. Learn Key Poetic Devices

Note similes, metaphors, and imagery in poetry lessons. This helps in answering appreciation-based questions effectively.

5. Revise Grammar Thoroughly

Strengthen topics like संधि, समास, वाक्य परिवर्तन, and अनुच्छेद लेखन. Grammar ensures easy scoring in exams.

6. Make Short Notes

Prepare crisp notes with important points, author details, and summaries. Revise them before exams for quick recall.

7. Practice Previous Year Papers

Solve sample and past question papers to understand exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme.

8. Prepare for Internal Assessment

Work on listening and speaking skills. Take project work seriously as it adds to your final score.

9. Manage Time Wisely

Divide study hours for prose, poetry, grammar, and writing. Balanced preparation reduces exam stress.

10. Stay Consistent

Regular practice is key. Reading Hindi newspapers and magazines also improves vocabulary and expression.

Read the chapter-wise summaries of Class 11 English here:

The Portrait of a Lady SummaryDiscovering Tut: The Saga Continues Summary
We’re Not Afraid to Die SummaryThe Landscape of The Soul Summary
The Ailing Planet SummaryThe Browning Version Summary
The Adventure SummaryA Photograph Summary
Silk Road SummaryThe Voice of The Rain Summary
Childhood SummaryFather to Son Summary
Birth SummaryMother’s Day Summary
The Summer of The Beautiful White Horse SummaryThe Address Summary
The Laburnum Top Summary
How many books are there in Class 11 Hindi Core?

There are three NCERT books – आरोह भाग–1, वितान भाग–1, and अभिव्यक्ति और माध्यम.

What is the total mark distribution for Class 11 Hindi Core?

The paper carries 80 marks for theory and 20 marks for internal assessment, making a total of 100 marks.

How many chapters are there in Aroh Bhag–1?

There are 8 prose lessons and 8 poems included in आरोह भाग–1.

How many chapters are there in Vitan Bhag–1?

वितान भाग–1 has 5 chapters based on prose and cultural themes.

What is included in internal assessment for Class 11 Hindi?

Internal assessment includes listening skills (श्रवण), speaking skills (वाचन), and project work.

Which chapters are deleted from Aroh Bhag–1 in 2025–26?

Deleted lessons include संतो देखत जग बौराना (कबीर), पग घुंघरू बाँधि मीरा नाची (मीरा), पथिक (रामनरेश त्रिपाठी), वे आँखें (सुमित्रानंदन पंत), स्मृति में बारिश (कृष्णनाथ), and आत्मा का ताप (सैयद हैदर रज़ा).

What kind of writing skills are tested in the exam?

Essay writing, formal letter writing, notices, reports, and creative composition are part of the exam.

How can students prepare for unseen passages?

Practice unseen passages regularly from sample papers, focus on speed reading, and improve vocabulary.

Is grammar included in Class 11 Hindi syllabus?

Yes, functional grammar and expression skills are part of अभिव्यक्ति और माध्यम.

Are NCERT books enough for Class 11 Hindi Core?

Yes, NCERT books (Aroh, Vitan, and Abhivyakti aur Madhyam) are sufficient for preparation and board exams.

How can I score high marks in Class 11 Hindi exam?

Revise chapters thoroughly, prepare notes, practice previous year papers, work on grammar and writing skills, and present answers neatly in the exam.

Find detailed questions and answers from all chapters of English Class 11 now:

Father to Son Questions & AnswersBirth Questions and Answers
Childhood Questions & AnswersThe Address Questions & Answers
The Laburnum Top Questions & AnswersMother’s Day Questions & Answers
A Photograph Questions & AnswersThe Voice of The Rain Questions & Answers
The Summer of Beautiful White Horse Questions & Answers

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