CBSE Class 11 Maths Syllabus 2026-27
Subject Code: 041 | Academic Year: 2026-27
The CBSE Class 11 Maths syllabus 2026-27 is a significant step up from Class 10. It introduces five major areas — Sets and Functions, Algebra, Coordinate Geometry, Calculus, and Statistics and Probability — that form the foundation for Class 12 Maths and competitive exams like JEE. The theory paper carries 80 marks with 20 marks for internal assessment.
Marks Distribution
| Unit | Unit Name | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| I | Sets and Functions | 23 |
| II | Algebra | 25 |
| III | Coordinate Geometry | 12 |
| IV | Calculus | 8 |
| V | Statistics and Probability | 12 |
| Theory Total | 80 | |
| Internal Assessment | 20 | |
| Grand Total | 100 | |
Unit-wise Syllabus
Unit I: Sets and Functions
23 marks- Sets — representation, types (empty, finite, infinite, equal, subsets), operations (union, intersection, complement, difference), Venn diagrams, power set
- Relations and Functions — ordered pairs, Cartesian product, types of relations, types of functions, domain, range, graphical representation
- Trigonometric Functions — angles in radians and degrees, trigonometric functions and their signs, domain and range, identities, sum and product formulae, general solutions of trigonometric equations
Unit II: Algebra
25 marks- Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations — imaginary number, complex numbers, algebra of complex numbers, Argand plane, modulus, conjugate, quadratic equations with complex roots
- Linear Inequalities — algebraic solutions, graphical solutions, solution of systems of linear inequalities in two variables
- Permutations and Combinations — fundamental principle of counting, factorial, permutations, combinations, applications
- Binomial Theorem — binomial theorem for positive integers, Pascal's triangle, general and middle terms
- Sequence and Series — AP (arithmetic progression), GP (geometric progression), relationships between AM and GM, sum of infinite GP
Unit III: Coordinate Geometry
12 marks- Straight Lines — slope, various forms of equation of a line (point-slope, two-point, slope-intercept, intercept, normal), distance of a point from a line, angle between lines
- Conic Sections — sections of a cone, circle, parabola, ellipse and hyperbola — standard forms and simple properties
- Introduction to Three-Dimensional Geometry — coordinate axes, coordinate planes, coordinates of a point in space, distance formula
Unit IV: Calculus
8 marks- Limits and Derivatives — intuitive idea of limit, limits of polynomials, rational functions, trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions
- Derivatives — definition, derivatives of sum, difference, product and quotient of functions, derivatives of polynomial and trigonometric functions
Unit V: Statistics and Probability
12 marks- Statistics — measures of dispersion (range, mean deviation, variance, standard deviation) for ungrouped and grouped data, analysis of frequency distributions
- Probability — random experiment, sample space, events, axiomatic (set-theoretic) approach, probability of an event, addition rule, mutually exclusive events
Recommended Reference Books
- ★Mathematics Class XI — NCERT (primary, always start here)
- ★Mathematics for Class 11 — R.D. Sharma (most popular supplementary book)
- ★Plane Trigonometry — S.L. Loney (for strong trigonometry foundations, JEE aspirants)
- ★Problems in Mathematics — V. Govorov et al. (for advanced problem-solving)
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How many units are in CBSE Class 11 Maths syllabus 2026-27?▾
There are 5 units in CBSE Class 11 Maths: Sets and Functions, Algebra, Coordinate Geometry, Calculus, and Statistics and Probability. The theory paper carries 80 marks with 20 marks for internal assessment.
What is the marks distribution for CBSE Class 11 Maths?▾
Theory paper is 80 marks. Unit II (Algebra) carries the highest weightage at 25 marks, followed by Unit I (Sets and Functions) at 23 marks. Internal assessment carries 20 marks.
Is CBSE Class 11 Maths harder than Class 10?▾
Yes. Class 11 Maths introduces topics like Trigonometric Functions, Complex Numbers, Permutations and Combinations, and Limits — all of which are significantly more abstract than Class 10 content. Most students find the jump difficult in the first few months of Class 11.
Which chapters are most important in CBSE Class 11 Maths?▾
Trigonometric Functions (Unit I), Sequences and Series, Permutations and Combinations, and Binomial Theorem (Unit II) are high-weightage. Limits and Derivatives (Unit IV) is crucial because it directly leads into Class 12 Calculus (Integrals, Differentiability).
What are the best reference books for CBSE Class 11 Maths?▾
NCERT Mathematics Class 11 is primary. R.D. Sharma's Mathematics for Class 11 is the most popular supplementary book. S.L. Loney's Trigonometry is recommended for strong trigonometry foundations. For JEE aspirants, NCERT + R.D. Sharma is sufficient for Class 11.
Does CBSE Class 11 Maths syllabus connect to JEE?▾
Yes. Class 11 Maths is the foundation for JEE Maths. Coordinate Geometry (straight lines, conics), Trigonometry, and Sequences and Series are directly tested in JEE Main and Advanced. Students who build a strong Class 11 base find Class 12 Calculus and JEE preparation significantly easier.
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