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CBSE Class 8 Syllabus

CBSE Class 8 Syllabus 2026-27

At the primary stage, CBSE Class 8 Syllabus aims at creating interest in reading books and developing gradually the required language skills. The focus shifts to preparing children to express their views clearly and confidently about any language, person, object, place, and structure by analyzing and explaining them at the upper primary stage. The proposed syllabus tends to integrate the concerns related to environment, gender, peace, health, work and arts. 

1.0Subject-wise Syllabus for CBSE Class 8

Below are the subject-wise syllabus for CBSE Class 8

2.0Chapter-wise List for CBSE Class 8 Syllabus - All Subjects

Subject

Unit / Chapters

Maths

Ganit Prakash 1

A Square and a Cube

power play

A story of Numbers

Quadrilaterals

Number Play

We Distibute, Yet Things Multiply

Proportional Reasoning - 1

Ganit Prakash 2

Fractions in Disguise

The Baudhāyana - Pythagoras Theorem

Proportional Reasoning - 2

Exploring Some Geometric Themes

Tales by Dots and Lines

Algebra Play

Area

Science

Exploring the Investigating world of science

The Invisible Living world - Beyond your naked eye

Health - The Ultimate Treasure

Electricity: Magnetic and Heating Effects

Exploring Forces

Pressure, Winds, Storms and Cyclones

Particulate Nature of Matter: Elements, Compounds and Mixtures

Nature of Matter : Elements, Compounds and Mixtures

The Amazing world of solutes, solvents and solutions

Light: Mirrors and Lenses

Keeping time with the Skies

How Nature Works in Harmony

Our Home: Earth, a Unique Life Sustaining Planet

Social Science

Natural Resources and Their Use

Reshaping India's Political Map

The Rise of the Marathas

The Colonial Era in India

Universal Franchise and India's Electoral System

The Parliamentary System - Legislature and Executive

Factors of Production

English

Unit 1: Wit and Wisdom - The Wit that Won Hearts

Unit 2: Values and Dispositions - A Tale of Valour

Unit 3: Mystery and Magic - The Case of the Fifth Word

Unit 4: Environment - The Cherry Tree

Unit 5: Science and Curiosity - Feathered Friend

Hindi

स्वदेश

दो गौरैया

एक आशीर्वाद

हरिद्वार

कबीर के दोहे

एक टोकरी भर मिट्टी

मत बाँधो

नए मेहमान

आदमी का अनुपात

तरुण के स्वप्न

3.0Importance of Knowing the Syllabus

  • The syllabus outlines the topics and subtopics that will be covered in the exam, helping students focus on what’s important and avoid wasting time on irrelevant material.
  • Knowing the syllabus allows students to create a structured study plan, allocating time to each subject and topic based on its weightage and importance.
  • A well-structured syllabus serves as a checklist during revision, ensuring that students cover all topics and don’t miss out on anything essential before the exam.
  • By knowing the entire syllabus, students can allocate their time more efficiently, focusing on weak areas and managing their preparation within the available time frame.

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