The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has brought out an updated Social Science textbook for Class 9th students. The title of the textbook is 'Understanding Society: India and Beyond ', and it is the second volume of the Class 9 Social Science textbook.
According to the press release from NCERT issued on 28 September 2026, this updated version of the textbook will hit the market from today, 29 September 2026. Students, teachers, parents, and other readers can buy the book through authorised NCERT outlets.
Launch of Understanding Society: India and Beyond, Social Science Textbook for Grade 9, Part 2
— NCERT (@ncert) September 28, 2026
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) announces the official release of its new title, Understanding Society: India and Beyond, Social Science Textbook for… pic.twitter.com/KxH2t0gMuI
Where Can Students Buy the New NCERT Class 9 Book?
Students, teachers and other readers can now purchase the textbook through the NCERT Publication Division and its authorised vendors. The book will also be available through the official NCERT website and Amazon, as mentioned in the press release.
NCERT has advised students and teachers to use its authorised sales channels while purchasing the textbook.
New Social Science Textbook for Class 9
For Class 9 students, the textbook titled 'Understanding Society: India and Beyond' focuses on social sciences. The second part of the textbook is now available.
This new edition is part of NCERT's ongoing process of updating school textbooks. NCERT hopes that, with its improved curriculum, this new book will prove useful for students, teachers, and educational institutions.
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NCERT Textbook Availability From Today
The new Class 9 Social Science textbook to be available from today, September 29, 2026. NCERT has also shared contact details for its Publication Division for students, teachers and other readers seeking further information about the book.
