CBSE Class 9 Tamil Syllabus 2026-27
The CBSE Class 9 Tamil Syllabus for the 2026-27 academic session covers IYAL 1-7. The examination is divided into five sections, totaling 80 marks. Section A focuses on Reading Unseen Passages (10 marks), including MCQ and Short Answer types based on language, literature, history, and science. Section B covers Grammar (12 marks) with MCQs on topics like Ezuththu, Alabedai, Pagubatha Uruppilakkanam, Thodar Ilakkanam, Aagupeyar, Thunai vinaigal, Vallinam migum/migaa idangal, and Yappilakkanam. Section C, the Main Course Book (31 Marks), includes Prose and Poetry sections with questions in MCQ, Short Answer, and Long Answer formats. The Prose section covers 'Dravida Mozhi Kudumbam' to 'Periyarin Sinthanaigal'. The Poetry section includes works from 'Tamizh vidu Thoothu' to 'Yasodhara kaaviyam'. Section D is for Non-detail study (10 Marks) covering texts like 'Aaraam Thinai' to 'Maganukku Ezhuthiya Kaditham'. Section E focuses on Creative Writing (17 Marks), comprising Official/Informal Letter writing (8 marks), Essay Writing (6 marks), and Picture Description (3 marks). The prescribed textbook is Tamil Textbook – Class IX, Revised Edition-2025.
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| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 10 |
| Subject | Tamil |
| Session | 2026-27 |
| Language | English |
| Type | Syllabus |
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TAMIL SYLLABUS
2026 - 2027
IX TAMIL (CODE: 006)
IYAL 1 - 7
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TAMIL SYLLABUS (CODE: 006) CLASS –IX (2026- 2027)
IYAL 1 - 7
Time: 3 hrs
Total: 80 Marks
<u>Section -A - Reading Unseen Passage - 10 marks</u>
- Unseen passage- MCQ - (5 marks)
(Mozhi, Ilakkiyam, Varalaru, Ariviyal)
- Unseen Passage - Short Answer - (5 marks)
(Mozhi, Ilakkiyam, Varalaru, Ariviyal)
Section -B Grammar - 12 marks (MCQ)
- Ezhutthu, Alabedai
- Pagubatha Uruppilakkanam
- Thodar Ilakkanam, Aagupeyar
- Thunai vinaigal
- Vallinam migum idangal
- Vallinam migaa idangal
- Yappilakkanam
<u>Section - C Main Course Book - 31 Marks</u> (MCQ, Short Answer & Long Answer)
Part -1: Prose
- Dravida Mozhi Kudumbam
- Neerindri Amaiyaathu Ulagu
- Eru Thazhuvuthal
- Kalviyil Sirantha Pengal
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- Sirpakalai
- Inthiya Dhesiya Ranuvaththil Thamizhar Pangu
- Periyarin Sinthanaigal
Part-II: Poetry
- Tamizh vidu Thoothu
- Tamil Oviyam
- Periya Puraanam
- Puranaanooru
- Manimegalai
- Markazhi Peruvizha
- Thirukkural (iyal 3)
- Kudumba Vilakku
- Uyir vagai
- Raavana Kaaviyam
- Thirukkural (iyal 5)
- Seevaga Sinthamani
- O En Samakaala Thoazharkale
- Yasodhara kaaviyam
Section - D Non-detail <u> 10 Marks</u>
- Aaraam Thinai
- Thanneer
- Thaaimaikku Varatchi Ellai
- Veetirkoar Puththaga saalai
- Seithi
- Vinnaiyum Saaduvoam
- Maganukku Ezhuthiya Kaditham
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Section - E Creative Writing - 17 Marks
- Official / Informal Letter (8 marks)
- Essay Writing (6 marks)
- Picture Description (3 marks)
Textbook Prescribed:
Tamil Textbook –Class IX, Revised Edition-2025.
Content Creation by State Council of Educational Research and Training - Tamilnadu Arasu
Printing & publishing by Tamil nadu Textbook and Educational Services Corporation.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the total marks for the Class 9 Tamil exam?
The total marks for the Class 9 Tamil exam is 80.
What is the duration of the Class 9 Tamil exam?
The duration of the Class 9 Tamil exam is 3 hours.
Which sections are included in the Class 9 Tamil syllabus?
The syllabus includes Reading Unseen Passage, Grammar, Main Course Book (Prose and Poetry), Non-detail, and Creative Writing sections.
What are the components of the Creative Writing section?
The Creative Writing section includes Official/Informal Letter writing, Essay Writing, and Picture Description.
What is the prescribed textbook for Class 9 Tamil?
The prescribed textbook is Tamil Textbook – Class IX, Revised Edition-2025.
How are the marks distributed across the sections?
Reading is 10 marks, Grammar is 12 marks, Main Course Book is 31 marks, Non-detail is 10 marks, and Creative Writing is 17 marks.
CBSE Class 10 Tamil syllabus 2026-27. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.