Mathematics — Syllabus & Chapters

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

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Rational and Irrational Numbers
Chapter 2: Compound Interest
Chapter 3: Expansions
Chapter 4: Factorisation
Chapter 5: Simultaneous Linear Equations in Two Variables
Chapter 6: Indices and Exponents
Chapter 7: Logarithms
Chapter 8: Triangles
Chapter 9: Rectilinear Figures
Chapter 10: Circle
Chapter 11: Data Handling and Graphical Representation
Chapter 12: Mean and Median of Ungrouped Data
Chapter 13: Grouped Frequency Distributions and Frequency Polygon
Chapter 14: Area and Perimeter of Plane Figures
Chapter 15: Area and Circumference of Circle
Chapter 16: Surface Area and Volume of Cube and Cuboid
Chapter 17: Trigonometric Ratios
Chapter 18: Trigonometric Ratios of Standard Angles
Chapter 19: Right-Triangle Problems and Complementary Angles
Chapter 20: Cartesian System and Plotting Points
Chapter 21: Graphical Solution of Simultaneous Linear Equations
Chapter 22: Distance Formula

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in Mathematics?

The Mathematics syllabus has 22 chapters, listed in full above. Cover the high-weightage chapters first using the exam pattern as a guide.

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