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 Numbers
Chapter 2: Exponents and Powers
Chapter 3: Squares and Square Roots
Chapter 4: Cubes and Cube Roots
Chapter 5: Playing with Numbers
Chapter 6: Sets
Chapter 7: Percentages, Profit, Loss, Discount and Tax
Chapter 8: Simple and Compound Interest
Chapter 9: Direct and Inverse Variation
Chapter 10: Time and Work
Chapter 11: Algebraic Expressions
Chapter 12: Algebraic Identities
Chapter 13: Properties of Inequalities
Chapter 14: Factorisation
Chapter 15: Linear Equations in One Variable
Chapter 16: Properties of Quadrilaterals
Chapter 17: Properties of Parallelograms, Rectangles, Rhombuses and Squares
Chapter 18: Representing 3-D Shapes in 2-D
Chapter 19: Euler's Relation for 3-D Figures
Chapter 20: Construction of Quadrilaterals
Chapter 21: Reflection Symmetry
Chapter 22: Circles
Chapter 23: Area of Trapeziums, Polygons and Semicircles
Chapter 24: Surface Area of Cubes, Cuboids and Cylinders
Chapter 25: Total Surface Area and Curved Surface Area
Chapter 26: Volume of Cubes, Cuboids and Cylinders
Chapter 27: Volume and Capacity
Chapter 28: Grouped Data and Bar Graphs
Chapter 29: Pie Charts
Chapter 30: Chance and 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.