The same syllabus, same knowledge — at half the price. Here's your guide to second-hand NCERT books.
Why Second-Hand NCERT Books Make Sense
NCERT textbooks are the backbone of Indian education. From Class 6 to 12, every CBSE student needs them. Here's the thing — NCERT rarely changes the content between editions. A 2024 NCERT Maths book is virtually identical to the 2026 edition.
So why pay ₹300-400 for a new book when you can get the same content for ₹100-150 on BookBazaar?
NCERT Book Price Comparison: New vs Second Hand
Here's what you can save on NCERT books for different classes:
Class 10 (CBSE) — Full Set
- New price: ~₹2,500 (Maths, Science, SST, English, Hindi = 8-10 books)
- Second hand: ~₹800-1,200
- Savings: ₹1,300-1,700
Class 12 Science — Full Set
- New price: ~₹3,500 (Physics I & II, Chemistry I & II, Maths I & II, Biology, English)
- Second hand: ~₹1,200-1,800
- Savings: ₹1,700-2,300
Class 12 Commerce — Full Set
- New price: ~₹2,800 (Accounts, Economics, BST, Maths, English)
- Second hand: ~₹1,000-1,500
- Savings: ₹1,300-1,800
How to Check NCERT Edition Compatibility
Before buying, check if the edition matches your syllabus:
- Check the copyright page — Look for "Revised Edition" year
- Compare chapter list with the latest NCERT index (free on ncert.nic.in)
- Ask your teacher if any chapters were added/removed in recent years
Pro tip: Most NCERT books published after 2020 are still current for 2026 exams.
Where to Find Second-Hand NCERT Books
BookBazaar by YourNotebook is the easiest way:
- Go to yournotebook.in/bookbazaar
- Search for "NCERT" or filter by Board: CBSE
- Filter by Class (6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12)
- Sort by Price: Low to High for best deals
- Contact the seller and arrange pickup
Selling Your NCERT Books
Just finished your exams? Your NCERT books are in demand right now. List them on BookBazaar:
- Best time to sell: March-April (board exams ending) and June-July (new session starting)
- Pricing tip: Set at 40-50% of new price for "Like New" condition, 25-35% for "Good"
- Bundle tip: Sell complete sets (all Class 10 books together) for faster sales
NCERT Books That Sell Fastest
- Class 10 Maths (R.D. Sharma supplement also popular)
- Class 12 Physics (Parts I & II)
- Class 12 Chemistry (Parts I & II)
- Class 11 Maths
- Class 10 Science