NCERT Books for Class 11 English 2025-26: Download Free PDF

Edited By Shivani Poonia | Updated on Jul 03, 2025 09:46 PM IST

Do you think of English as just another subject? Then Class 11 English will help you see this subject as a proper art form, a powerful tool, and a voice that shapes how we see the world. Class 11 English is not just about grammar and literature; it also emphasises storytelling, emotion, and critical thinking. These NCERT books are designed under the National Curriculum Framework (NCF), and they follow the latest syllabus. The National Council of Educational Research and Training ensures that each topic is explained in a clear and simplified manner. CBSE Board and various other state boards include the NCERT books for Class 11 English in their curriculum.

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How to Download NCERT Books for Class 11 English PDF?
NCERT Books for Class 11 English 2025-26
NCERT Class 11 English Book Download Links (Part-wise)
NCERT Class 11 English - Marking Scheme
Benefits of NCERT English Class 11 Books 2025-26
How to Score Well by Using NCERT English Class 11 Books?
NCERT Solutions for Class 11 English

NCERT Books for Class 11 English 2025-26: Download Free PDF

There are three books for the English subject for Class 11 in its syllabus: Hornbill, Snapshot, and Woven Words. The chapters in Hornbill and Snapshots deal with a variety of themes through short stories, essays, and poems by famous authors and poets. From the subtle character sketch in ‘The Portrait of a Lady’ to metaphors in ‘A Photograph’, each chapter enhances comprehension, vocabulary, and writing ability. Read the complete article to learn more about NCERT books, the chapters included in the NCERT English Class 10, the NCERT syllabus, and other details. Download your syllabus, revision notes, and all chapter PDFs here: NCERT.

How to Download NCERT Books for Class 11 English PDF?

Students can use the links on this page or the official website to download a PDF of the NCERT Books for Class 11 English. To download the NCERT English class 11 textbooks in PDF format, follow these steps:

Step 1: Visit NCERT's official website, ncert.nic.in.

Step 2: Select the "publication" option in the header.

Step 3: Choose "e-books" first, followed by "PDF I-IIX."

Step 4: Type the book title, class, and subject. Click "Go" now.

Step 5: The screen will display a list of NCERT English Class 11 books, broken down by chapter.

Step 6: Select "Download the entire book." The NCERT PDF for English Class 11 will be downloaded.

NCERT Books for Class 11 English 2025-26

Books Name	Chapters
Snapshots	The Summer of the Beautiful White Horse
	The Address
	Mother’s Day
	Birth
	The Tale of Melon City
Hornbill	Reading Skills
	The Portrait of a Lady
	We are not afraid to die if we all be together
	Discovering Tut: The saga continues
	The ailing planet: the green movement's role
	The Adventure
	Silk Road
	Writing Skills
	Note-Making
	Summarising
	Sub-titling
	Essay-writing
	Letter-writing
	Creative-writing
Woven Words	Short Stories
	The Lament
	A Pair of Mustachios
	The Rocking-horse Winner
	The Adventure of the Three Garridebs
	Pappachi’s Moth
	The Third and Final Continent
	Glory at Twilight
	The Luncheon
	Poetry
	The Peacock
	Let me Not to the Marriage of True Minds
	Coming
	Telephone Conversation
	The World is too Much With Us
	Mother Tongue
	Hawk Roosting
	For Elkana
	Refugee Blues
	Felling of the Banyan Tree
	Ode to a Nightingale
	Ajamil and the Tigers
	Essays
	My Watch
	My Three Passions
	Patterns of Creativity
	Tribal Verse
	What is a Good Book?
	The Story
	Bridges

NCERT Class 11 English Book Download Links (Part-wise)

For assistance in their studies, students can download the NCERT English Books for Class 11 listed below. Below are links to all three books in PDF format:

Particular	Download link
Hornbill	Click here
Woven Words	Click here
Snapshots	Click here

NCERT Class 11 English - Marking Scheme

The four components of the NCERT English class 11 syllabus are reading, writing, literature, and assessment. Below is the marking scheme for each section.

Section Name	Marks
Reading Comprehension	26
Writing Skills And Grammar	23
Literature	31
Assessment of Speaking & Listening Skills and Internal Assessment	20
Total	100

Benefits of NCERT English Class 11 Books 2025-26

An outline of every chapter that needs to be studied for the Class 11 English Exams is provided to students. The following lists a few applications and advantages of the NCERT class 11 English books:

Every subject and idea is explained in a pertinent manner.
useful for clearing up any questions about any subject.
essential resource for independent research.
less expensive than private publishers.

NCERT Books for Class 11 Subject Wise

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How to Score Well by Using NCERT English Class 11 Books?

Analyze the syllabus and format of the CBSE Board exam pattern. After that, make an achievable study schedule and plan appropriately. To give yourself more time to revise topics, go over the complete syllabus before the date sheet is released.
Set aside time for each topic and take pauses to maintain mental clarity.
Go through the CBSE class 11 English guidebook and make notes on important topics. Also, highlight key topics ( according to weightage in Board exams) and points in the book. These notes and highlighted points will be helpful for you to revise the entire syllabus in a short time during your exams.
Solve previous years' question papers to analyze the exam pattern with the format of the test's questions. You may assess yourself and go past your weaknesses in this way.
Learn time management skills for actual exams by completing CBSE sample papers within the allotted time.

NCERT Solutions for Class 11 English

The NCERT Books for Class 11 English have a series of final questions at the end of each chapter. Students must solve those because they are crucial for the exams. Students can also use the NCERT solutions as a reference for the answers for convenience. Students might improve their exam preparation with the aid of the solutions.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Which books does the NCERT recommend for English language learners in Class 11?

The following books are usually recommended by NCERT for Class 11 English:

The primary textbook, Hornbill (English Reader), includes both poetry and prose.
Snapshots (Supplementary Reader): This book is made up of short stories or extended reading texts.
(Optional) Woven Words: Both poetry and prose can be found in this book. You will need to find out if your school decides to incorporate this book into the curriculum.

2. Is it free to download the NCERT books in PDF format?

On its official website, the NCERT offers free PDF downloads of all of its textbooks, including the English textbooks for Class 11.

3. Is it free to download the NCERT books in PDF format?

On its official website, the NCERT offers free PDF downloads of all of its textbooks, including the English textbooks for Class 11.

4. If I were to purchase the NCERT Class 11 English textbooks from a bookshop, how much would they cost?

Depending on the bookshop and region, the price may vary significantly, but it is generally affordable. For the most recent price, check the NCERT website or the bookshop.

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