CBSE Class 9 Information Technology Syllabus 2025–26 | NCERT
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CBSE CLASS 9 – INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (NCERT) | SYLLABUS 2025–26
Class: IX
Subject: Information Technology (Skill Subject – Code 402)
Board: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
💻 Question Paper Pattern & Marking Scheme (CBSE 2025–26)
Theory Examination: 50 Marks
Practical / Internal Assessment: 50 Marks
Total: 100 Marks
Question Paper Structure (Theory – 50 Marks)
- Section A: Very Short Answer (VSA) / MCQs
1 mark each – fundamentals, terminology, concepts - Section B: Short Answer (SA)
2–3 marks each – understanding and application-based questions - Section C: Long Answer (LA)
4–5 marks each – descriptive, case-based, problem-solving questions
Practical / Internal Assessment (50 Marks)
- Practical File / Digital Portfolio – 10 marks
- Practical Examination (Hands-on tasks) – 30 marks
- Viva Voce – 10 marks
Note: Practical assessment emphasizes hands-on skills, workplace readiness, digital proficiency, and safe computing practices.
🖥️ CBSE Class 9 Information Technology Syllabus (NCERT) – 2025–26
A. Employability Skills
| Unit | Unit Title | Brief Learning Outcomes / Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | Communication Skills – I | Basics of effective communication, verbal and non-verbal communication, active listening, and workplace communication. |
| Unit 2 | Self-Management Skills – I | Self-awareness, strengths and weaknesses, goal setting, time management, stress management. |
| Unit 3 | Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Skills – I | Introduction to ICT, computer components, operating systems, file management, and digital tools. |
| Unit 4 | Entrepreneurial Skills – I | Entrepreneurial mindset, characteristics of entrepreneurs, basic business ideas, and innovation. |
| Unit 5 | Green Skills – I | Sustainable development, environmental conservation, green economy, and responsible use of resources. |
B. Subject-Specific Skills (Information Technology)
| Unit | Unit Title | Brief Learning Outcomes / Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Unit 6 | Introduction to IT–ITeS Industry | Overview of IT and IT-enabled services, career opportunities, and workplace expectations. |
| Unit 7 | Digital Documentation (Advanced) | Creating and formatting documents using word processing tools; styles, templates, tables, and mail merge basics. |
| Unit 8 | Electronic Spreadsheet (Advanced) | Spreadsheet operations, formulas, functions, charts, data analysis, and practical applications. |
| Unit 9 | Database Management System | Concepts of databases, tables, records, queries, forms, and basic database operations. |
| Unit 10 | Web Applications and Security | Basics of web applications, internet services, online collaboration tools, cyber safety, and security practices. |
✅ Key Highlights
- Syllabus strictly aligned with CBSE Skill Education framework and NCERT curriculum for 2025–26
- Balanced coverage of employability skills and IT practical competencies
- Strong focus on hands-on learning, digital literacy, and workplace skills
🔍 Related Keyphrases
- CBSE Class 9 Information Technology Syllabus 2025–26
- NCERT Class 9 IT Curriculum
- Class 9 Information Technology Exam Pattern CBSE
- CBSE IT Skill Subject Class 9
- Class 9 IT Practical and Theory Syllabus
