Odia — Syllabus & Chapters

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

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Composition
Chapter 2: Comprehension
Chapter 3: Functional Grammar
Chapter 4: Mun ta Bhrata Nahak Jhua
Chapter 5: Grama Sabha
Chapter 6: Bhoota Chhada
Chapter 7: Grama Smasana
Chapter 8: Jaganathnku (Eka Janana)
Chapter 9: Anubigyani Einstein
Chapter 10: Darwin O Bibartanbada
Chapter 11: Dig Vijayee Shankar
Chapter 12: Kalinga Shilpi
Chapter 13: Nayanpur Express
Chapter 14: Pagala
Chapter 15: Dimiri Phool
Chapter 16: Aneka Smita Hasa
Chapter 17: Andhuni
Chapter 18: Parichhed 15-28
Chapter 19: Listening Skills
Chapter 20: Speaking Skills
Chapter 21: Writing Skills (Literature)

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in Odia?

The Odia syllabus has 21 chapters, listed in full above. Cover the high-weightage chapters first using the exam pattern as a guide.

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