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: Whole Numbers and Integers
Chapter 2: Rational Numbers
Chapter 3: Fractions and Decimals
Chapter 4: Order of Operations and Estimation
Chapter 5: Factors, Multiples, and Prime Numbers
Chapter 6: HCF and LCM
Chapter 7: Exponents and Powers
Chapter 8: Squares and Square Roots
Chapter 9: Cubes and Cube Roots
Chapter 10: Ratio and Proportion
Chapter 11: Percentage
Chapter 12: Direct and Inverse Proportion
Chapter 13: Profit, Loss, and Discount
Chapter 14: Simple Interest
Chapter 15: Algebraic Expressions
Chapter 16: Simplification of Expressions
Chapter 17: Linear Equations in One Variable
Chapter 18: Algebraic Identities
Chapter 19: Lines, Angles, and Parallel Lines
Chapter 20: Triangles and Quadrilaterals
Chapter 21: Polygons and Symmetry
Chapter 22: Practical Geometry
Chapter 23: Units and Measurement
Chapter 24: Perimeter and Area
Chapter 25: Surface Area and Volume
Chapter 26: Solid Shapes and Nets
Chapter 27: Organising Data
Chapter 28: Tables, Charts, and Graphs
Chapter 29: Mean, Median, and Mode
Chapter 30: Basic Probability

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in Mathematics?

The Mathematics syllabus has 30 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.