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Comprehensive NCERT Books PDF & Summaries

NCERT books are the undisputed foundation of UPSC Civil Services and State PCS preparation. Whether you are targeting the IAS exam, UPPSC, BPSC, or RPSC, reading official NCERTs builds the conceptual clarity required for standard reference books. Download official chapter-wise PDFs or accelerate your revision with Srishti IAS's expertly curated summary notes from Class 6 to 12.

Class 6

Our Pasts - I

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Class 7

Our Pasts - II

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Class 8

Our Pasts - III

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Class 9

India and the Contemporary World - I

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Class 10

India and the Contemporary World - II

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Class 11

Themes in World History

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Class 12

Themes in Indian History (I)

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Class 12

Themes in Indian History (II)

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Class 12

Themes in Indian History (III)

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Ancient India (RS Sharma)

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Medieval India (Satish Chandra)

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Modern India (Bipan Chandra)

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Class 6

The Earth Our Habitat

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Class 7

Our Environment

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Class 8

Resource and Development

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Class 9

Contemporary India - I

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Class 10

Contemporary India - II

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Class 11

Fundamentals of Physical Geography

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Class 11

India - Physical Environment

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Class 12

Fundamentals of Human Geography

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Class 12

India - People and Economy

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Class 9

Democratic Politics - I

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Class 10

Democratic Politics - II

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Class 11

Indian Constitution at Work

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Class 11

Political Theory

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Class 12

Contemporary World Politics

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Class 12

Politics in India since Independence

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Class 9

Economics

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Class 10

Understanding Economic Development

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Class 11

Indian Economic Development

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Class 12

Introductory Macroeconomics

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Class 6

Science

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Class 7

Science

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Class 8

Science

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Class 9

Science

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Class 10

Science

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Class 12

Biology (Unit X: Ecology)

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Steps to Download NCERT Books (Official Method)

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Visit Official Site

Go to the official NCERT website at ncert.nic.in on your browser.

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Go to Publications

Navigate to the 'Publications' section and click on 'PDF (I-XII)'.

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Select Book

Select your desired Class, Subject, and Book Title from the dropdown menus.

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Download PDF

Click 'Go' and download the official PDFs chapter-wise or click 'Download Complete Book'.

How to Read NCERTs for UPSC CSE

NCERT books provide authentic data, simple explanations, and build the conceptual clarity required for standard reference books like Laxmikanth or Spectrum. However, reading them cover-to-cover without a strategy wastes precious time.

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First Reading (Story Mode)

Read the NCERTs like a novel to understand the chronology and basic concepts. Do not highlight or make notes during this phase.

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PYQ Integration

Review UPSC Previous Year Questions (Prelims & Mains). Go back for a second reading, highlighting text that aligns with syllabus keywords.

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Smart Revision

Skip making bulky notes. Download the Srishti IAS Summary PDFs above to quickly revise the highest-yield facts and concepts before the exam.

NCERT Preparation FAQs

Are NCERT books enough for UPSC Prelims and Mains?

No, NCERTs provide the fundamental base. While they are crucial, you must supplement them with standard reference books (like Laxmikanth for Polity) and Daily Current Affairs to cover the entire UPSC syllabus.

Which NCERT books are most important for UPSC?

History (Old NCERTs by RS Sharma, Satish Chandra, Bipan Chandra), Geography (Class 11 & 12), Polity (Class 11), and Economy (Class 11 & 12 Macroeconomics) are considered the most essential texts.

Should I read Old NCERTs or New NCERTs?

For History, Old NCERTs are highly preferred due to their detailed chronological narratives. For Geography, Economy, and Science, always use New NCERTs for updated maps, facts, and modern data.

How much time should I take to complete all NCERTs?

A serious aspirant should aim to finish the first reading of all essential NCERTs within 2 to 3 months before moving on to standard reference books.

Do I need to read Science NCERTs from Class 6 to 12?

No. Selective reading of Class 6 to 10 Science is sufficient for basic concepts. From Class 12 Biology, only the last four chapters (Ecology & Environment) are necessary for the exam.

How to make notes from NCERT books?

Avoid making notes during the first reading. Highlight key points in your second reading. Alternatively, you can save time by downloading Srishti IAS’s expertly crafted NCERT summary PDFs.

Can I skip NCERTs and directly read standard books?

Skipping NCERTs is not recommended, especially for beginners. They simplify complex concepts and build a strong vocabulary, making standard books much easier to comprehend.

How to revise NCERTs effectively?

Link NCERT chapters directly with UPSC Previous Year Questions (PYQs). Revise your highlighted points and utilize our mind maps or short summary notes before the exam.

Is it necessary to read Class 6 to 8 NCERTs for all subjects?

Only if your basics are very weak. Otherwise, you can start from Class 9 for Polity and Economy. For History and Geography, however, Class 6-8 builds an excellent foundational storyline.

Are NCERTs useful for State PCS exams like UPPSC and BPSC?

Absolutely. NCERTs form the core static syllabus for almost all State Public Service Commission (PCS) exams, including UPPSC, BPSC, RPSC, and MPPSC.
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