Good news for Class 9 students across India — the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has made its newly revised Class 9 textbooks available for free online access. Students can now download all key titles directly from the NCERT official website without any cost.
Books Available for Download
The following Class 9 titles are now accessible digitally:
- 0901 – Ganga (Hindi)
- 0902 – Sharada (Sanskrit)
- 0903 – Kaveri (English)
- 0904 – Ganita Manjari — Mathematics (English)
- 0906 – Exploration — Science (English)
- 4901 – Jamuna (Urdu)
- 0918 – Khel Praveen — Physical Education & Well-being
All titles can be downloaded free of charge from the NCERT textbook portal.
How to Access the Books
Accessing the books is straightforward:
- Visit the NCERT textbook page
- Select Class 9 from the dropdown menu
- Choose your subject and download the PDF
For any assistance, NCERT has set up a dedicated IVRS helpline at 8800440559.
Students who prefer reading on a mobile device can also use the NCERT e-Pathshala app, which offers a mobile-friendly interface with textbooks, audio content, and video resources — all in one place.
Why This Is Useful
Having digital access to textbooks offers several practical advantages for students:
- Study anywhere — read on a phone, tablet, or laptop without carrying physical books
- Always up to date — the online versions reflect the latest revised curriculum
- Zero cost — no purchase needed; all PDFs are free on the official portal
- Instant availability — no waiting; download and start studying immediately
The National Education Policy 2020 encourages digital learning as a key pillar of modern education, and NCERT’s online library is a direct step in that direction.
Explore More NCERT Resources
Beyond textbooks, NCERT offers a rich library of free learning materials:
- NCERT Solutions & Exemplars
- DIKSHA Platform — video lessons aligned to NCERT chapters
- e-Pathshala App — all-in-one mobile learning resource
Class 9 students can bookmark the NCERT portal for the most current and authentic study materials throughout the academic year.