CBSE Class 11 Business Studies Syllabus 2025-26 (PDF Download)

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the Class 11 Business Studies syllabus for the academic session 2025-26. Students can access the detailed and updated syllabus by visiting the official CBSE academic website – cbseacademic.nic.in. The syllabus is divided into two major parts – Foundations of Business and Finance and Trade.

This syllabus helps students develop a strong understanding of commerce, business environment, finance, and ethical responsibilities. Scroll down to download the CBSE Class 11 Business Studies Syllabus 2025-26 PDF, view unit-wise topics, and check the marks distribution.

CBSE Class 11 Business Studies Syllabus 2025-26 PDF

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Unit-Wise CBSE 11th Business Studies Syllabus 2025-26

The syllabus is divided into two parts:

• Part A: Foundations of Business (40 Marks)
• Part B: Finance and Trade (40 Marks)
• Project Work: 20 Marks
• Total: 100 Marks

Part A – Foundations of Business (40 Marks)

🔹 Unit 1: Evolution and Fundamentals of Business

• Indigenous Banking, Trade Communities, Major Imports/Exports
• Business & its objectives
• Classification of activities: Industry (Primary/Secondary/Tertiary) & Commerce
• Auxiliaries to trade (Banking, Insurance, Warehousing, etc.)
• Concept of Business Risk

🔹 Unit 2: Forms of Business Organisations

• Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, HUF, Cooperative Societies
• Private, Public & One Person Company
• Formation of a company – stages & key documents

🔹 Unit 3: Public, Private and Global Enterprises

• Public vs Private Sector
• Forms: Departmental, Statutory Corporation, Govt Company
• Global Enterprises, Joint Ventures, PPPs

🔹 Unit 4: Business Services

• Banking Services: Accounts, Drafts, Overdraft, e-Banking
• Insurance: Life, Health, Fire, Marine
• Postal Services: Speed Post, Courier, Registered Mail

🔹 Unit 5: Emerging Modes of Business

• Concept and Benefits of E-Business

🔹 Unit 6: Social Responsibility of Business and Ethics

• Social Responsibilities toward stakeholders
• Environmental protection
• Elements of Business Ethics

Part B – Finance and Trade (40 Marks)

🔹 Unit 7: Sources of Business Finance

• Owner’s Funds: Equity, Preference Shares
• Borrowed Funds: Debentures, Loans, Trade Credit, ICD

🔹 Unit 8: Small Business and Enterprises

• ED, MSMED Act, Start-up India, IP Rights
• NSIC & DIC – role in small business development

🔹 Unit 9: Internal Trade

• Retail & Wholesale Trade
• Types of Retailers – Itinerant, Fixed, Departmental Stores, Chain Stores
• GST – Concept and Features

🔹 Unit 10: International Trade

• Export/Import Procedures
• Documents in Trade: Letter of Credit, Shipping Bill, etc.
• WTO – Meaning and Objectives

CBSE 11th Business Studies 2025-26 – Marks Distribution

How to Download CBSE Class 11 Business Studies Syllabus 2025-26?

Follow these simple steps to download the syllabus from the official CBSE website:

1. Visit cbse.gov.in
2. Click on “Academic Website”
3. Choose “Curriculum” from the menu bar
4. Select “Curriculum 2025-26” from the dropdown
5. Click on “Senior Secondary Curriculum”
6. Select “Academic Subjects”
7. Download the Business Studies Syllabus PDF

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