CBSE Class XI Accountancy Syllabus
A unit-wise breakdown of the CBSE Class XI Accountancy syllabus for 2026-27 — 4 units, 80 theory marks and 20 project marks (100 total). Taught in full at TCC Barrackpore by commerce specialist faculty.
Theory
80 marks
Project / Internal
20 marks
Total
100 marks
Units
4
Unit-wise Syllabus
Unit 1: Theoretical Framework
12 marks- Meaning, objectives, users and qualitative characteristics of accounting
- Basic accounting terms
- Theory base of accounting: GAAP, accounting concepts, accounting standards (AS/Ind-AS)
- Basis of accounting, GST characteristics
Unit 2: Accounting Process
44 marks- Vouchers and the accounting equation
- Journal, ledger, and special purpose books (cash book, purchases/sales books, returns books)
- Bank Reconciliation Statement
- Depreciation (Straight Line and Written Down Value methods), provisions, reserves
- Trial balance and rectification of errors
Unit 3: Financial Statements of Sole Proprietorship
24 marks- Trading and Profit & Loss Account, Balance Sheet
- Adjustments in preparing financial statements
- Accounts from incomplete records (statement of affairs method)
Part C: Project Work
20 marks- One project from: vouchers and source documents, Bank Reconciliation Statement, or a comprehensive sole-proprietorship project
How TCC Helps You Master This Syllabus
Every unit above is taught in full at TCC Barrackpore's CBSE Class XI – Commerce batch — small groups, AC classrooms, video backups of every class, and mock tests mapped to the exact CBSE exam pattern.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total marks for CBSE Class XI Accountancy?
80 marks for the theory paper plus 20 marks for project/internal assessment, for a total of 100 marks.
How many units are in the CBSE Class XI Accountancy syllabus?
The syllabus is organised into 4 units.
Which unit carries the most weightage in Accountancy?
"Unit 2: Accounting Process" carries the highest weightage at 44 marks.
Does CBSE Class XI Accountancy have a project component?
Yes — 20 marks are allocated to project work / internal assessment, separate from the 80-mark theory paper.
Based on the official CBSE curriculum for the current academic year. Boards issue circulars for minor revisions — always cross-check against the latest CBSE notification closer to your exam. Source: CBSE Academic curriculum, cbseacademic.nic.in.