CBSE Class 9 Tamil Syllabus 2026-27
The CBSE Class 9 Tamil Syllabus for 2026-27 covers Iyal 1 to 7, with a total of 80 marks. The syllabus is divided into five sections: Reading Unseen Passage (10 marks), Grammar (12 marks), Main Course Book (31 marks), Non-detail (10 marks), and Creative Writing (17 marks). The Main Course Book includes Prose topics such as 'Dravida Mozhi Kudumbam' and 'Periyarin Sinthanaigal', and Poetry topics like 'Tamizh vidu Thoothu' and 'Thirukkural'. The Non-detail section features texts like 'Aaraam Thinai' and 'Thanneer'. Creative Writing includes Official/Informal Letter writing, Essay Writing, and Picture Description. The prescribed textbook is Tamil Textbook – Class IX, Revised Edition-2025.
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| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 9 |
| 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
Section - C Main Course Book - 31 Marks (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 are the main sections of the Class 9 Tamil syllabus?
The main sections are Reading Unseen Passage, Grammar, Main Course Book (Prose and Poetry), Non-detail, and Creative Writing.
Which textbook is prescribed for Class 9 Tamil?
The prescribed textbook is Tamil Textbook – Class IX, Revised Edition-2025.
How many marks are allocated for Grammar?
Grammar section is allocated 12 marks and is in MCQ format.
What does the Creative Writing section include?
The Creative Writing section includes Official/Informal Letter writing (8 marks), Essay Writing (6 marks), and Picture Description (3 marks).
What topics are covered under the Main Course Book's Poetry section?
Poetry topics include Tamizh vidu Thoothu, Tamil Oviyam, Periya Puraanam, Puranaanooru, Manimegalai, Markazhi Peruvizha, Thirukkural, Kudumba Vilakku, Uyir vagai, Raavana Kaaviyam, Seevaga Sinthamani, O En Samakaala Thoazharkale, and Yasodhara kaaviyam.
CBSE Class 9 Tamil syllabus 2026-27. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.