Class 7 CBSE students use four core NCERT books: Ganita Prakash for Maths in two parts (8 and 7 chapters), Curiosity for Science (12 chapters), Exploring Society: India and Beyond for Social Science in two parts (12 and 8 chapters) and Poorvi for English (5 units). All are reprinted for 2026-27 and differ from older Class 7 books. Class 7 has no board exam, so your school sets the exams and decides the order of chapters. Make sure your child has both parts of Maths and Social Science.
What is different about Class 7 now
- New books. NCERT's Class 7 Maths Part I and Science were first published in April 2025, and Maths Part II in October 2025. Chapter names and order differ from earlier editions, so older guides, worksheets and notes will not map one-to-one.
- Two parts for Maths and Social Science. Both parts are part of the syllabus.
- An activity-based style. NCERT says the Maths books weave storytelling and hands-on activities together and encourage students to find many ways to solve problems, and that the Science book aims for hands-on learning over rote memorisation. Tests in this style often check understanding, as we explain in our guide to competency-based questions.
- A third language. R3 is compulsory from Class 6 in 2026-27, and it continues into Class 7 in 2027-28. See our three-language policy guide.
You can see the official books on NCERT's textbook page. The chapter lists below come from the contents pages of the 2026-27 editions.
Maths: Ganita Prakash, Parts I and II (15 chapters)
Part I (8 chapters)
| Chapter | What NCERT says it covers |
|---|---|
| 1. Large Numbers Around Us | The world of lakhs and crores, millions and billions, through explorations and contexts. |
| 2. Arithmetic Expressions | Expressions with several operations, and how to write and read them without ambiguity. |
| 3. A Peek Beyond the Point | The decimal point, and adding and subtracting decimal numbers. |
| 4. Expressions using Letter-Numbers | The first steps into algebra: letter-numbers and algebraic expressions. |
| 5. Parallel and Intersecting Lines | Basic geometry through paper folding and careful reasoning. |
| 6. Number Play | Puzzles on parity, the Virahanka-Fibonacci sequence and cryptarithms, building computational thinking. |
| 7. A Tale of Three Intersecting Lines | Constructing triangles and exploring properties of their sides and angles. |
| 8. Working with Fractions | Multiplying and dividing fractions, including Brahmagupta's methods. |
Part II (7 chapters)
| Chapter | What NCERT says it covers |
|---|---|
| 1. Geometric Twins | Congruence of plane figures. |
| 2. Operations with Integers | Multiplying and dividing positive and negative integers. |
| 3. Finding Common Ground | Common factors and multiples, prime factorisation, HCF and LCM. |
| 4. Another Peek Beyond the Point | Multiplying and dividing decimals, building on earlier work with decimals. |
| 5. Connecting the Dots... | Central tendency: mean, median and mode. |
| 6. Constructions and Tilings | Practical geometry and patterns in shapes. |
| 7. Finding the Unknown | Algebra and simple equations: using letters and finding their values. |
Source: contents and 'About the Book' pages of NCERT's Ganita Prakash for Grade 7, Parts I and II (2026-27), summarised in simple words.
Where children often need extra support: NCERT's own note to teachers suggests giving more time to the ideas that are new to students, naming congruence of triangles and central tendency. Algebra also begins here, in Part I Chapter 4 and Part II Chapter 7, and Class 8 builds on it. Integers (Part II Chapter 2) and fractions (Part I Chapter 8) are other chapters where a gap quickly shows. Our guide to improving your child's maths marks gives a practical plan.
Science: Curiosity (12 chapters)
Curiosity for Grade 7 is the second book in the series and picks up from Grade 6. NCERT says it combines concepts from biology, chemistry, physics and earth science and continues to focus on the nature of science and its processes.
| Group | Chapters |
|---|---|
| How science works | 1. The Ever-Evolving World of Science |
| Matter and changes | 2. Exploring Substances: Acidic, Basic, and Neutral; 4. The World of Metals and Non-metals; 5. Changes Around Us: Physical and Chemical |
| Electricity, heat, time and light | 3. Electricity: Circuits and their Components; 7. Heat Transfer in Nature; 8. Measurement of Time and Motion; 11. Light: Shadows and Reflections |
| Living world | 6. Adolescence: A Stage of Growth and Change; 9. Life Processes in Animals; 10. Life Processes in Plants |
| Earth and sky | 12. Earth, Moon, and the Sun |
Chapter titles from the contents page of NCERT's Curiosity for Grade 7 (2026-27). The grouping is ours, based on the titles.
Because the book is activity-based, children who enjoy experiments and questions tend to do well. A good habit is to ask your child to explain one activity from each chapter, including why it worked. See also our science revision tips.
Social Science: Exploring Society: India and Beyond (Parts 1 and 2)
Part 1 (12 chapters)
| Theme | Chapters |
|---|---|
| A. India and the World: Land and the People | 1. Geographical Diversity of India; 2. Understanding the Weather; 3. Climates of India |
| B. Tapestry of the Past | 4. New Beginnings: Cities and States; 5. The Rise of Empires; 6. The Age of Reorganisation; 7. The Gupta Era: An Age of Tireless Creativity |
| C. Our Cultural Heritage and Knowledge Traditions | 8. How the Land Becomes Sacred |
| D. Governance and Democracy | 9. From the Rulers to the Ruled: Types of Governments; 10. The Constitution of India: An Introduction |
| E. Economic Life Around Us | 11. From Barter to Money; 12. Understanding Markets |
Part 2 (8 chapters)
| Theme | Chapters |
|---|---|
| A. India and the World: Land and the People | 1. The Story of Indian Farming; 2. India and Her Neighbours |
| B. Tapestry of the Past | 3. Empires and Kingdoms: 6th to 10th Centuries; 4. Turning Tides: 11th and 12th Centuries |
| C. Our Cultural Heritage and Knowledge Traditions | 5. India, a Home to Many |
| D. Governance and Democracy | 6. The State, the Government, and You |
| E. Economic Life Around Us | 7. Infrastructure: Engine of India's Development; 8. Banks and the Magic of Finance |
Source: contents pages of NCERT's Exploring Society: India and Beyond, Social Science Textbook for Grade 7, Parts 1 and 2.
With 20 chapters across two books, Social Science is the subject where steady weekly revision matters most. Maps, timelines and short written answers are the key skills. Our social studies study tips and social studies tuition page show how to make it manageable.
English: Poorvi (5 units)
| Unit | Lessons |
|---|---|
| 1. Learning Together | The Day the River Spoke; Try Again; Three Days to See |
| 2. Wit and Humour | Animals, Birds, and Dr. Dolittle; A Funny Man; Say the Right Thing |
| 3. Dreams and Discoveries | My Brother's Great Invention; Paper Boats; North, South, East, West |
| 4. Travel and Adventure | The Tunnel; Travel; Conquering the Summit |
| 5. Bravehearts | A Homage to Our Brave Soldiers; My Dear Soldiers; Rani Abbakka |
Source: contents page of NCERT's Poorvi, Textbook of English for Grade 7 (2026-27).
By Class 7, English tests usually ask for longer written answers and short pieces of writing. Regular reading and a few sentences of writing every day help far more than last-minute grammar drills. See our guides on English writing skills and reading habits.
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How to plan the year
- Get both parts. Make sure your child has Maths Part I and Part II, and Social Science Part 1 and Part 2, and ask when each part will be taught.
- Ask for the annual plan. Schools decide the order of chapters and exam dates, so this tells you what is coming.
- Revise soon after teaching. A short weekly recall, using the questions at the end of each chapter, prevents the end-of-term pile-up.
- Watch the new ideas. Algebra, integers and congruence are where Class 7 gaps often start. If marks slip, read why marks drop in Classes 6 to 8 before adding more hours.
- Look ahead. Class 8 builds on Class 7. See our Class 8 syllabus guide and, for the Class 6 books, the Class 6 guide.
Where tuition fits
Class 7 tuition works best when it targets specific chapters, such as algebra or integers in Maths, and keeps pace with what the school is teaching now. TutorHive's online tuition for Classes 5 to 12 covers maths, science, English and social studies. You can watch a free 30-minute demo class before deciding anything. See also online classes for Class 7.
A note on sources: chapter lists and descriptions come from the 2026-27 reprints of NCERT's Class 7 textbooks. Schools may rearrange chapters or add school-level content, so treat your school's annual plan as the final word.
Frequently asked questions
Which books does CBSE Class 7 use in 2026-27?
CBSE schools follow NCERT textbooks: Ganita Prakash Part I and Part II for Maths, Curiosity for Science, Exploring Society: India and Beyond Part 1 and Part 2 for Social Science, and Poorvi for English, plus language books chosen by the school.
How many chapters are there in Class 7 Maths?
Class 7 Maths has two books: Part I with 8 chapters and Part II with 7 chapters, so 15 chapters in total. Part I includes Large Numbers Around Us and Expressions using Letter-Numbers, and Part II includes Operations with Integers and Finding the Unknown.
How many chapters are there in Class 7 Science?
NCERT's Curiosity for Grade 7 has 12 chapters, beginning with The Ever-Evolving World of Science and ending with Earth, Moon, and the Sun.
Is the Class 7 syllabus different from earlier years?
Yes. The Class 7 books are new-generation NCERT titles first published in 2025, aligned to the National Curriculum Framework for School Education 2023. Chapter names and order differ from earlier editions.
Is there a board exam in Class 7?
No. CBSE conducts board examinations in Class 10 and Class 12. In Class 7 your school sets the exams and decides the schedule, so ask for the annual plan.
Which Class 7 chapters do children usually find hardest?
It varies by child, but chapters that introduce new ideas tend to need extra practice. In Maths those include congruence, mean, median and mode, which NCERT singles out as new to students, plus the first steps in algebra and operations with integers.
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