CBSE Class XI Economics Syllabus
A unit-wise breakdown of the CBSE Class XI Economics syllabus for 2026-27 — 7 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
7
Unit-wise Syllabus
Unit 1–2: Introduction to Statistics; Collection, Organisation & Presentation of Data
15 marks- Meaning and scope of economics and statistics
- Sampling, primary and secondary data sources
- Tabular and diagrammatic presentation of data
Unit 3: Statistical Tools and Interpretation
25 marks- Measures of central tendency
- Correlation
- Index numbers
Unit 4: Introduction to Microeconomics
4 marks- Micro vs macroeconomics
- Central problems of an economy
- Production possibility frontier (PPF), opportunity cost
Unit 5: Consumer's Equilibrium and Demand
14 marks- Utility analysis, indifference curves
- Demand and its determinants
- Price elasticity of demand
Unit 6: Producer Behaviour and Supply
14 marks- Production function
- Costs and revenue
- Supply and price elasticity of supply
Unit 7: Forms of Market and Price Determination
8 marks- Perfect competition — market equilibrium
- Effects of price ceiling and price floor
Part C: Project Work
20 marks- Guidelines as prescribed by CBSE for the current session
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 Economics?
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 Economics syllabus?
The syllabus is organised into 7 units.
Which unit carries the most weightage in Economics?
"Unit 3: Statistical Tools and Interpretation" carries the highest weightage at 25 marks.
Does CBSE Class XI Economics 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.