Home Science — Syllabus & Chapters

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

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Food Preparation
Chapter 2: Meal Planning for the Family
Chapter 3: Resource Management
Chapter 4: Consumer Education
Chapter 5: Growth and Development during Adolescence
Chapter 6: Perspectives on Adulthood
Chapter 7: Traditional Textiles
Chapter 8: Water Safety
Chapter 9: National Programmes for Community Development
Chapter 10: Planning Session and Cooking Practical
Chapter 11: Food Label Designing
Chapter 12: Banking Practical Work
Chapter 13: Project Work and Practical File

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in Home Science?

The Home 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 Home 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 Home 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 Home 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 Home Science — practise past-paper questions and get instant feedback — or a focused Home Science study guide that condenses the syllabus into the topics that matter most — both are free to start.