NCERT Book for Class 9 Hindi
If you are a Class 9 student looking for your Hindi textbooks, you have come to the right place. This page gives you easy access to the NCERT Hindi books for Class 9 — both Hindi A and Hindi B — along with a clear overview of what each book covers and why these books matter for your studies.
These PDFs are shared here purely for educational reference, based on publicly available NCERT material, to help students, parents, and teachers access study resources conveniently.
About NCERT Class 9 Hindi Books
NCERT publishes Hindi textbooks for Class 9 under two separate courses — Hindi A and Hindi B. Both courses follow the CBSE curriculum, but they differ in level, content, and purpose.
Hindi A is meant for students who have chosen Hindi as their main language subject. It includes two books: Kshitij (क्षितिज) for main literature and Kritika (कृतिका) as the supplementary reader.
Hindi B is for students who study Hindi as a second language. It also includes two books: Sparsh (स्पर्श) as the main textbook and Sanchayan (संचयन) as the supplementary reader.
All four books are part of the latest edition and follow the updated CBSE syllabus guidelines.
NCERT Class 9 Hindi A Books
Kshitij – भाग 1 (क्षितिज)
Kshitij is the main literature textbook for Hindi A students. It has a rich mix of prose and poetry written by some of the most celebrated Hindi writers and poets.
Prose chapters include work by:
Premchand
Rahul Sankrityayan
Shyamacharan Dubey
Jabir Husain
Harishankar Parsai
Mahadevi Verma
Poetry chapters feature poets like:
Kabir
Laldyad
Raskhan
Makhanlal Chaturvedi
Sumitranandan Pant
Sarveshwar Dayal Saxena
Rajesh Joshi
Kritika – भाग 1 (कृतिका)
Kritika is the supplementary reader for Hindi A. It has a smaller number of chapters but they are rich in narrative depth. The chapters in the current edition include:
Chapter 1 – Is Jal Pralay Mein (इस ज ल प्रलय में)
Chapter 2 – Mere Sang Ki Auraten (मेरे संग की औरतें)
Chapter 3 – Reedh Ki Haddi (रीढ़ की हड्डी)
NCERT Class 9 Hindi B Books
Sparsh – भाग 1 (स्पर्श)
Sparsh is the main textbook for Hindi B students. It covers both prose and poetry from a wide range of authors and poets. The prose section includes writings by Yashpal, Bachendri Pal, Sharad Joshi, Dhiranjan Malve, and Swami Anand. The poetry section features work by Raidas, Rahim, Ramdhari Singh Dinkar, Harivanshrai Bachchan, and Arun Kamal.
Sanchayan – भाग 1 (संचयन)
Sanchayan is the supplementary reader for Hindi B students. It introduces students to different literary forms — short stories, memoirs, travelogues, and autobiographical writing — that are not covered in Sparsh.
The chapters in the current edition are:
Gillu (गिल्लू) by Mahadevi Verma — a touching memoir about a pet squirrel
Smriti (स्मृति) by Shriram Sharma — a childhood adventure story involving a snake and letters
Kallu Kumhar Ki Unakoti (कल्लू कुम्हार की उनाकोटी) by K. Vikram Singh — a travel piece about Tripura's famous rock carvings
Mera Chhota-Sa Niji Pustakalaya ( मेरा छोटा-सा निजी पुस्तकालय) by Dharmvir Bharati — an autobiographical piece about a lifelong love of books
What Changed in the Latest Syllabus?
NCERT has introduced significant changes to the Class 9 Hindi syllabus as part of the new National Curriculum Framework for Secondary Education (NCF-SE 2023) and the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The updated approach moves away from the earlier textbook-centric model and adopts a competency-based learning framework.
Here is a quick comparison of the old and new approach:
Aspect | Updated Approach | Earlier Approach |
Structure | Competency and skill-based | Textbook chapter completion |
Focus | Communication, critical thinking | Text comprehension, rote learning |
Teaching method | Discussion, storytelling, activities | Lecture and Q&A |
Assessment | Creative tasks, contextual learning | Grammar, comprehension, memorisation |
Cultural connect | Indian Knowledge System integrated | Through selected literary texts only |
In simple words, Hindi learning is now more about using the language meaningfully than just memorising chapters and answering questions.
Why These Books Are Important
The NCERT Class 9 Hindi books are carefully designed to do much more than just teach grammar and literature. Here is what students gain from reading them:
A deeper connect with Hindi literature, culture, and heritage
Exposure to different writing styles — poetry, prose, travelogue, memoir
Development of reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills
Values like compassion, curiosity, and respect for nature (as seen in Gillu and Smriti)
Better understanding of India's social and cultural diversity
How to Use These Books Effectively
Whether you are preparing for your exams or just learning Hindi for pleasure, here are a few tips to make the most of these books:
Read each chapter slowly and try to understand the meaning in context, not just the translated words.
Pay attention to the vocabulary given in footnotes — these help a lot in comprehension questions.
After finishing a chapter, try answering the Bodh Prashn (बोध-प्रश्न) at the end. These questions cover the key ideas.
For poetry, try reading it aloud — it helps you feel the rhythm and meaning better.
For prose pieces like Gillu or Smriti, think about what values or messages the author is conveying.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many Hindi books are there for Class 9?
There are four NCERT books for Class 9 Hindi in total. Hindi A students study Kshitij and Kritika. Hindi B students study Sparsh and Sanchayan. Which books you need depends on which Hindi course your school follows.
Q2. What is the difference between Hindi A and Hindi B for Class 9?
Hindi A is the more detailed course, meant for students who have chosen Hindi as their primary language subject. Hindi B is a second language course that is slightly shorter in content. Hindi A uses Kshitij and Kritika, while Hindi B uses Sparsh and Sanchayan.
Q3. Are these NCERT books aligned with the latest CBSE syllabus?
Yes, the current edition of all four books is aligned with the latest CBSE syllabus. The syllabus has also been updated to reflect the new NCF-SE 2023 guidelines, which focus more on communication skills, critical thinking, and real-life language use rather than rote memorisation.
Q4. Can I download NCERT Class 9 Hindi books for free?
Yes, NCERT books are freely available for educational purposes. You can download them from the official NCERT website (ncert.nic.in) or access them through the DIKSHA platform. This page also provides PDF access for study reference.
Q5. Which chapters are most important in Class 9 Hindi B for exams?
All chapters are part of the CBSE exam syllabus, but chapters like Gillu (Sanchayan), Premchand's prose from Kshitij, and poems by Kabir and Raskhan are frequently discussed in exams. It is advisable to read all chapters and practise the comprehension questions at the end of each one.
The study material on this page is provided for educational reference purposes only. All NCERT textbook content is the intellectual property of the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), Government of India.