New ICSE Class 9 Syllabus for the academic year 2025-26 is out! Grab your subject-specific syllabus PDFs for free right now!
The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CICSE) has recently updated the ICSE Class 9 Syllabus for the academic year 2025-26, providing students with a well-rounded education. Here's an overview of the key subjects and their respective syllabi:
English
- English Language: This paper focuses on grammar, writing skills, and comprehension, with a weightage of 80 marks. Students are expected to write compositions of approximately 300-350 words, showcasing various skills such as organization, narration, and argumentation.
- English Literature: This paper involves reading and analyzing prescribed texts in prose, poetry, and drama, also with 80 marks. The internal assessment accounts for 20 marks for both papers.
Home Science
- Concept and Scope of Home Science
- Food and Health
- Growth and Development of Children from Birth to Five
History & Civics
- This subject is structured to simplify complex concepts, with exercises and sample papers to help students understand and prepare for exams effectively. It includes a chapter assessment and practice exercises similar to those in the exams.
Mathematics
- Pure Arithmetic
- Commercial Mathematics
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Statistics
- Mensuration
- Trigonometry
- Coordinate Geometry
- Theory Paper: 80 marks, Internal Assessment: 20 marks
Biology
- Basic Biology
- Flowering Plants
- Plant Physiology
- Diversity in Living Organisms / Ecosystems
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Health and Hygiene
- Waste Generation and Management
- Theory Paper: 80 marks divided into two sections, Practical Exam: 20 marks
Physics
- Theory Paper: Consists of two sections, each with 40 marks. Topics include basic concepts and principles of physics, though specific details are not provided in the available information.
Chemistry
- Specific details are not provided, but it generally includes foundational chemistry concepts and principles.
Other Subjects
- Other subjects like Economics, and additional languages (e.g., Hindi, French) are also part of the curriculum but specific syllabus details are not mentioned in the available sources.
For a complete and detailed syllabus, it is advisable to consult the official ICSE documentation or resources provided by educational institutions. The updated syllabus aims to improve the educational process and stay current with changing standards. Each subject's syllabus is accompanied by a PDF download link for easy access.
The CICSE has a reputation for being committed to offering a well-rounded education and for frequently updating its curriculum to reflect educational needs that are evolving. Students must thoroughly examine the most recent curriculum to adjust their preparation, as it is recommended that they carefully review the updated curriculum to understand the changes and prepare for their upcoming exams appropriately. The updated syllabus includes changes in several areas to enhance the classroom environment and align it with contemporary academic expectations.
[1]: Available at [link to English syllabus] [2]: Available at [link to Home Science syllabus] [3]: Available at [link to History & Civics syllabus] [4]: Available at [link to Mathematics syllabus] [5]: Available at [link to Biology syllabus], [link to Physics syllabus], [link to Chemistry syllabus] [6]: Links for the remaining subjects can be found at [link to the rest of the subjects]
- To complement the traditional classroom learning, students can delve into online education platforms to fuel their education-and-self-development, especially in subjects where specific details are not provided, such as Economics or additional languages like French.
- For those interested in the ongoing evolution of classroom learning and modern educational approaches, online learning can offer a plethora of resources for self-paced learning in areas such as tech-related subjects, online-education, and learning strategies not directly covered by the ICSE syllabus.
