NCERT Syllabus for Class 6 Science 2026: Download Chapter-Wise PDFs

Shivani PooniaUpdated on 31 Dec 2025, 12:48 PM IST

The NCERT Syllabus for Class 6 helps students to understand key concepts in detail. The NCERT Class 6 Science syllabus is divided into 16 chapters, covering basic concepts of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. The syllabus helps students build a foundational understanding of the natural world. The NCERT syllabus is strictly followed by educational boards such as CBSE and forms the foundation for questions of competitive exams in general, and hence makes the syllabus an excellent study material for academic as well as competitive exam preparation.

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NCERT Syllabus for Class 6 Science 2026
How to Download NCERT Syllabus for Class 6 Science 2026?
NCERT Solutions for Class 6 Science Chapter-Wise
NCERT Class 6 Science Preparation Tips
NCERT Class 6 Subject-wise Books
NCERT Syllabus for other subjects

NCERT Syllabus for Class 6 Science 2026

NCERT Class 6 Science syllabus for the academic year 2026 is given below. Students can also download this syllabus PDF to stay updated. This Science helps students to build a strong base in scientific concepts and encourages curiosity in students' minds.

Chapter No.	Chapter Name	Topics
1	The Wonderful World of Science	The Wonderful World of Science
2	Diversity in the Living World	2.1 Diversity in Plants and Animals Around Us 2.2 How to Group Plants and Animals? 2.3 Plants and Animals in Different Surroundings
3	Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body	3.1 What Do We Eat? 3.2 What are the Components of Food? 3.3 How to Test Different Components of Food? 3.4 Balanced Diet 3.5 Millets: Nutrition-rich Cereals 3.6 Food Miles: From Farm to Our Plate
4	Exploring Magnets	4.1 Magnetic and Non-magnetic Materials 4.2 Poles of a Magnet 4.3 Finding Directions 4.4 Attraction and Repulsion between Magnets 4.5 Fun with Magnets
5	Measurement of Length and Motion	5.1 How do we Measure? 5.2 Standard Units 5.3 Correct Way of Measuring Length 5.4 Measuring the Length of a Curved Line 5.5 Describing Position 5.6 Moving Things 5.7 Types of Motion
6	Materials Around Us	Materials Around Us
7	Temperature and its Measurement	7.1 Hot or Cold? 7.2 Temperature 7.3 Measuring Temperature
8	A Journey through the States of Water	8.1 Investigating Water's Disappearing Act 8.2 Another Mystery 8.3 What are the Different States of Water? 8.4 How can We Change the States of Water? 8.5 How can Water be Evaporated Faster or Slower? 8.6 Cooling Effect
9	Methods of Separation in Everyday Life	Methods of Separation in Everyday Life
10	Living Creatures: Exploring their Characteristics	10.1 What Sets the Living Apart from the Non-living? 10.2 Essential Conditions for Germination of a Seed 10.3 Growth and Movement in Plants 10.4 Life Cycle of a Plant 10.5 Life Cycle of Animals
11	Nature's Treasures	11.1 Air 11.2 Water 11.3 Energy from the Sun 11.4 Forests 11.5 Soil, Rocks and Minerals 11.6 Fossil Fuels 11.7 Natural Resources: Renewable and Non-renewable
12	Beyond Earth	12.1 Stars and Constellations 12.2 Night Sky Watching 12.3 Our Solar System 12.4 The Milky Way Galaxy 12.5 The Universe

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NCERT Solutions for Class 6

How to Download NCERT Syllabus for Class 6 Science 2026?

Students can download the NCERT Syllabus for Class 6 Science 2026 from the official NCERT website. Having the updated syllabus will help you to prepare well for exams.

Step 1: Go to the official NCERT website at http://ncert.nic.in.

Step 2: On the home page, in the 'Search' option, type 'Syllabus' and click on it. This will take you to the syllabus page.

Step 3: Click on the 'Syllabus for classes at Elementary level' option. The syllabus PDF will open.

Step 4: Choose the "Science (Classes VI - VIII )" in the PDF.

Step 5: The NCERT Class 6 Science syllabus PDF will be displayed on your screen. Download and save it for future use.

Note*: The Science syllabus for Class 6 CBSE 2025 is not updated on the NCERT official website. Students can download the latest NCERT Class 6 Science syllabus from the link given below.

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NCERT Syllabus for Class 6 Science PDF

NCERT Solutions for Class 6 Science Chapter-Wise

NCERT Solutions for Class 6 Science Chapter-Wise provide clear and concise answers to all textbook questions, helping students understand concepts better and prepare effectively for exams. These solutions cover every chapter in a structured manner for easy learning.

NCERT Solutions for Class 6 Science Chapter 1 The Wonderful World of Science

NCERT Solutions for Class 6 Science Chapter 2 Diversity in the Living World

NCERT Solutions for Class 6 Science Chapter 3 Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body

NCERT Solutions for Class 6 Science Chapter 4 Exploring Magnets

NCERT Solutions for Class 6 Science Chapter 5 Measurement of Length and Motion

NCERT Solutions for Class 6 Science Chapter 6 Materials Around Us

NCERT Solutions for Class 6 Science Chapter 7 Temperature and Its Measurement

NCERT Solutions for Class 6 Science Chapter 8 A Journey through States of Water

NCERT Solutions for Class 6 Science Chapter 9 Methods of Separation in Everyday Life

NCERT Solutions for Class 6 Science Chapter 10 Living Creatures: Exploring Their Characteristics

NCERT Solutions for Class 6 Science Chapter 11 Nature's Treasures

NCERT Solutions for Class 6 Science Chapter 12 Beyond Earth

NCERT Class 6 Science Preparation Tips

To score well in Science, students should begin by thoroughly understanding each topic from the Class 6 Science syllabus, NCERT. Regular revision and solving exercises will help build a strong foundation for future science studies

Read through the whole syllabus at least once, making an effort to comprehend each chapter's main theme.
Try to understand the basic concepts of the Science syllabus for Class 6 CBSE 2025. Write your responses clearly and make an effort to add your viewpoint.
Make a comprehensive plan for your exam preparation. Every day, study at least one chapter and work on the conceptual clarity.
To enhance your understanding of concepts, solve questions and try to relate concepts with real-life examples
Practice previous year question papers.
You can make short notes based on the chapter theme so that you can revise them in a very short time during your exam days.

NCERT Class 6 Subject-wise Books

Students can refer to the links given below for subject-wise NCERT books. These subject-wise books will help students to study systematically and stay aligned with the latest curriculum.

NCERT Books for Class 6 English

NCERT Books for Class 6 Maths

NCERT Books for Class 6 Social Science

NCERT Books for Class 6 Hindi

NCERT Syllabus for other subjects

Students can follow the links given below for the NCERT Syllabus for Class 6, all subjects:

NCERT Syllabus for Class 6 Social Science

NCERT Syllabus for Class 6 English

NCERT Syllabus for Class 6 Hindi

NCERT Syllabus for Class 6 Maths

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How many chapters in NCERT science syllabus 2025-26?

There are 12 chapters in the NCERT Class 6 Science syllabus for 2025-26.

Q: Does science class 9 syllabus 2025-26 follow NCERT & CBSE guidelines?

Yes, the Class 9 Science syllabus 2025–26 strictly follows the NCERT textbooks and CBSE guidelines. The curriculum is designed to ensure uniformity across schools, focusing on conceptual clarity, practical learning, and exam-oriented preparation.

Q: What is NCERT class 6 science syllabus?

The NCERT syllabus for Class 6 Science outlines the topics and units that students will learn during the academic year 2025-26. This textbook covers fundamental concepts in science.

Q: How can I download the NCERT Class 6 Science syllabus PDF?

Students can download the NCERT Class 6 Science syllabus PDF by visiting the official NCERT website. Look for the 'Syllabus' section and select the relevant class and subject. Then there will be an option to download the syllabus as a PDF file.

Q: Why is the NCERT syllabus important for students?

The NCERT syllabus is important because it is designed according to the guidelines of the National Council of Educational Research and Training, ensuring that it meets the educational needs of students.

Q: What should students focus on while studying the Class 6 Science syllabus?

Students should focus on understanding core concepts rather than rote memorization. It's important to engage with the material actively—reading textbooks, participating in discussions, and conducting experiments.

Q: Is the Class 6 Science syllabus the same for all CBSE schools?

Yes, the syllabus is standardized across CBSE schools as it is prescribed by NCERT, ensuring uniformity in content and learning objectives.

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