Computer Applications — Syllabus & Chapters

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

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Introduction to Object Oriented Programming Concepts
Chapter 2: Elementary Concept of Objects and Classes
Chapter 3: Values and Data Types
Chapter 4: Operators in Java
Chapter 5: Input in Java
Chapter 6: Mathematical Library Methods
Chapter 7: Conditional Constructs in Java
Chapter 8: Iterative Constructs in Java
Chapter 9: Nested For Loops
Chapter 10: Library Classes
Chapter 11: Arrays: Single Dimensional and Double Dimensional
Chapter 12: String Handling
Chapter 13: User-Defined Methods
Chapter 14: Class as the Basis of All Computation: Objects and Classes
Chapter 15: Constructors
Chapter 16: Encapsulation and Inheritance

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in Computer Applications?

The Computer Applications syllabus has 16 chapters, listed in full above. Cover the high-weightage chapters first using the exam pattern as a guide.

How do I know which Computer Applications 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 Computer Applications 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 ICSE & ISC portal rather than relying on an older copy or a social-media list.

How can I prepare for Computer Applications 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 Computer Applications — practise past-paper questions and get instant feedback — or a focused Computer Applications study guide that condenses the syllabus into the topics that matter most — both are free to start.