Biology — Textbook & Study Material

Download the official textbook for Biology and see the full chapter list so you know exactly what to cover.

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1
Reproduction in Organisms
Chapter 2
Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants
Chapter 3
Human Reproduction
Chapter 4
Reproductive Health
Chapter 5
Principles of Inheritance and Variation
Chapter 6
Molecular Basis of Inheritance
Chapter 7
Origin of Life
Chapter 8
Evidences and Theories of Biological Evolution
Chapter 9
Human Evolution
Chapter 10
Human Health and Diseases
Chapter 11
Strategies for Enhancement in Food Production
Chapter 12
Microbes in Human Welfare
Chapter 13
Principles and Processes of Biotechnology
Chapter 14
Biotechnology and Its Applications
Chapter 15
Organisms and Populations
Chapter 16
Ecosystem
Chapter 17
Biodiversity and Its Conservation
Chapter 18
Environmental Issues

Frequently asked questions

Is the Biology textbook enough to score well, or do I need extra notes?

The official textbook is the core — most exam questions are set directly from it, so read it thoroughly first. Add concise notes and solved past papers for revision and exam practice rather than switching to unofficial books.

How should I study the Biology textbook chapter by chapter?

Cover the high-weightage chapters first (use the exam pattern as a guide), make a one-page summary per chapter, and immediately solve a few past-paper questions on it. Active recall beats passive re-reading.

How can I prepare for Biology faster?

Begin with the most-frequently-asked topics and the last few years of question papers, then test yourself under timed conditions. If you want guided help, you can use the free AI study tutor for Biology — practise past-paper questions and get instant feedback — or a focused Biology study guide that condenses the syllabus into the topics that matter most — both are free to start.

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