German — Syllabus & Chapters

The complete syllabus for German — every chapter you need to study, and how the exam paper is structured.

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Pronunciation & Phonetics
Chapter 2: Grammar: Morphology, Cases & Tenses
Chapter 3: Vocabulary Development & Idioms
Chapter 4: Listening and Speaking Skills
Chapter 5: Reading Comprehension & Text Analysis
Chapter 6: Writing Skills: Letters, Essays and Reports
Chapter 7: Translation and Summarization (German–English)
Chapter 8: Prose: Short Stories and Essays
Chapter 9: Poetry and Drama
Chapter 10: Project Work, Oral Exam Preparation and Assessment

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in German?

The German syllabus has 10 chapters, listed in full above. Cover the high-weightage chapters first using the exam pattern as a guide.

How do I know which German chapters carry the most marks?

Compare the chapter list above with the exam pattern and the last few years of question papers — the topics that appear most often and the units with the highest marks are where to focus first. Always confirm weightage against the official syllabus for your exam year.

Has the German syllabus changed this year?

Boards occasionally revise the syllabus or remove topics for a session. Always download the official syllabus for your exact exam year from the official Maharashtra Board portal rather than relying on an older copy or a social-media list.