Engineering Science — Syllabus & Chapters

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

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Strength of Materials
Chapter 2: Friction and Lubrication
Chapter 3: Limiting Friction and Coefficients of Friction
Chapter 4: Work, Energy and Torque
Chapter 5: Machines and Mechanical Advantage
Chapter 6: Power, Engines and Mechanical Efficiency
Chapter 7: Momentum and Conservation of Momentum
Chapter 8: Magnetism and Electromagnets
Chapter 9: Simple Electric Circuits and Resistance
Chapter 10: Heating Effect of Current
Chapter 11: Chemical Effect of Current and Cells
Chapter 12: Current-Carrying Conductors, D.C. Motors and Meters
Chapter 13: Electromagnetic Induction, Generators and Transformers

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in Engineering Science?

The Engineering Science syllabus has 13 chapters, listed in full above. Cover the high-weightage chapters first using the exam pattern as a guide.

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