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: Number System
Chapter 2: Estimation
Chapter 3: Numbers in Indian and International Systems
Chapter 4: Place Value
Chapter 5: Natural Numbers and Whole Numbers
Chapter 6: Negative Numbers and Integers
Chapter 7: Number Line
Chapter 8: HCF and LCM
Chapter 9: Playing with Numbers
Chapter 10: Sets
Chapter 11: Ratio
Chapter 12: Proportion
Chapter 13: Unitary Method
Chapter 14: Fractions
Chapter 15: Decimal Fractions
Chapter 16: Percentage
Chapter 17: Speed, Distance and Time
Chapter 18: Fundamental Concepts of Algebra
Chapter 19: Fundamental Operations on Algebraic Expressions
Chapter 20: Substitution and Use of Brackets
Chapter 21: Framing and Evaluating Algebraic Expressions
Chapter 22: Simple Linear Equations
Chapter 23: Fundamental Concepts of Geometry
Chapter 24: Angles and Their Types
Chapter 25: Properties of Angles and Lines
Chapter 26: Triangles
Chapter 27: Quadrilaterals
Chapter 28: Polygons
Chapter 29: The Circle
Chapter 30: Symmetry
Chapter 31: Recognition of Solids
Chapter 32: Perimeter and Area of Plane Figures
Chapter 33: Data Handling with Pictographs and Bar Graphs
Chapter 34: Mean and Median

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in Mathematics?

The Mathematics syllabus has 34 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.