Electricity & Electronics — Syllabus & Chapters

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

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Distribution of Electric Power
Chapter 2: The D.C. Generator and Motor
Chapter 3: The A.C. Motor
Chapter 4: Wires, Cables and Electrical Wiring
Chapter 5: Electrical Accessories
Chapter 6: Introduction to Electronics
Chapter 7: Diodes
Chapter 8: Power Supply for Electronic Apparatus
Chapter 9: Vacuum Triode
Chapter 10: Semiconductor Transistors
Chapter 11: Transistor Amplifier
Chapter 12: The Amplifier
Chapter 13: Apparatus for Reproducing and Recording Sounds
Chapter 14: Common Types of Electronic Measuring Instruments

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in Electricity & Electronics?

The Electricity & Electronics syllabus has 14 chapters, listed in full above. Cover the high-weightage chapters first using the exam pattern as a guide.

How do I know which Electricity & Electronics 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 Electricity & Electronics 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 Electricity & Electronics 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 Electricity & Electronics — practise past-paper questions and get instant feedback — or a focused Electricity & Electronics study guide that condenses the syllabus into the topics that matter most — both are free to start.