ICSE will conduct the examinations for class 9th in the last week of March 2022. The board has decided to reduce the syllabi for most of the subjects including the Languages course, giving students a relief.
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ICSE Class 9th Syllabus: Detailed Analysis
With addition to the English and Indian Language courses, CISCE has reduced the syllabus for other 15 subjects including History, Civics, Geography, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry etc. The reduced syllabi will be made available on the official website of CISCE under the Publications tab.
ICSE Class 9th Syllabus is divided into 3 Groups:
- Group 1: Compulsory Subjects.
| 1. English |
| 2. Indian Languages OR Modern Languages Group 1 (French, German, Spanish) |
| 3. History & Civics, Geography OR History & Civics (Thailand), Geography (Thailand) |
- Group 2: Any 2 subjects to be selected
| Mathematics | Economics |
| Physics | Commercial Studies |
| Chemistry | Classical Language |
| Biology | Environmental Science |
- Group 3: Any 1 subject to be selected
| Computer Applications | Economic Applications |
| Commercial Applications | Art |
| Home Science | Cookery |
| Fashion Designing | Performing Arts |
| Physical Education | Yoga |
| Technical Drawing Applications | Environmental Applications |
| Modern Foreign Languages Group 3 | Mass Media & Communication |
| Hospitality Management | Beauty & Wellness (Skin) |
| Beauty & Wellness (Hair styling) |
Note: CISCE has made reduction in the list of prescribed textbooks for languages such as Ao-Naga, Assamese, Bengali, Garo, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Khasi, Lepcha, Malayalam, Marathi, Mizo, Nepali, Odia, Punjabi, Sanskrit, Tamil, Tangkhul, Telugu & Urdu.
ICSE Class 9th: Subject-wise Syllabus
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ICSE Class 9th English Syllabus
The English subject of ICSE Class 9th will comprise two papers:
| Paper | Marks | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 80 + 20 (internal assessment) | 100 |
| English Literature | 80 + 20 (internal assessment) | 100 |
English Paper 1 – English Language
This paper will be composed of 5 compulsory questions where the students will be asked to write:
- 300-350 words long Composition from the choice provided.
- A letter of choice between a formal or an informal mode.
- Notice for a scenario or an E-mail for the situation provided.
- Short answer questions based on an unseen prose passage of 450 words.
- Short answer questions to test Grammatical Knowledge.
English Paper 2 – English Literature
This paper will be composed of 5 Questions based on the prescribed textbooks. The paper will contain Drama and Prose, where questions will be asked only from the text followed by Poetry, where the poem or excerpts from the poem will be provided for students to write their response for.
Syllabus for English Literature:
| Group | Topic |
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| Drama | Merchant of Venice – by Shakespeare (unbridged A. W. Verity)
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| Prose |
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| Poetry |
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ICSE Class 9th Mathematics Syllabus
Class 9th Mathematics paper will be a single paper of 2 hours and 30 minutes long. The paper is divided into two sections of 40 marks each where Section 1 will include short questions all compulsory and Section 2 will include 7 questions out of which students can solve any 4.
Topics included in ICSE Class 9th Mathematics syllabus are as follows:
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Arithmetic | Rational and Irrational Numbers: Major focus on Representation of rational & irrational numbers and proof of irrationality. |
| Commercial Mathematics | Compound Interest: Computation of compound interest using Growing Principal and through relation CI = A – P. |
| Algebra | Major focus on topics:
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| Geometry | Triangles:
Mid-point Theorem:
Pythagoras Theorem Rectilinear Figures Construction of Polygons Circles |
| Statistics |
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| Mensuration | Area & Perimeter of:
Surface Area & Volume of:
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| Trigonometry | Concepts of:
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| Coordinate Geometry | Concepts of:
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ICSE Class 9th Physics Syllabus
ICSE Class 9th Physics syllabus will carry a total of 80 marks with two sections of 40 marks each. Section 1 will have all compulsory questions and Section 2 will provide students the choice to attempt any 4 out of 6 questions.
Topics included in ICSE Class 9th Physics syllabus are as follows:
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Measurements and Experimentation | Basic Concepts of measurements using tools and various units. |
| Motion in One Dimension | Scalar & Vector quantities with problems based on Speed, Distance, Velocity, Displacement & Acceleration |
| Laws of Motion | Basic concepts of motion and forces followed by Newton’s laws of motion and Gravitation |
| Fluids | Concepts of Pressure, Buoyancy, Relative Density & Archimedes Principle followed by numericals. |
| Heat & Energy | Basic concepts of Thermodynamics followed by Effects of Global Warming in brief. |
| Light | Concepts and Laws of Refection with Characteristics of Images through various spherical mirrors. |
| Electricity & Magnetism | Concepts of Current Electricity & Induced Magnetism followed by Electromagnetism. |
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ICSE Class 9th Chemistry Syllabus
The Chemistry paper of ICSE Class 9th will have two sections of 40 marks each with a total weightage of 80 marks. Section 1 will have compulsory questions and Section 2 will have the choice to attempt 4 out of 6 questions.
Topics included in ICSE Class 9th Chemistry syllabus are as follows:
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Language of Chemistry | Study of Chemical Elements & Compounds with Balancing of Chemical Equations |
| Chemical Changes and Reactions | Types of Chemical Reactions with Energy Changes. |
| Water | Water and its properties as a solvent |
| Atomic Structure and Chemical bonds | Structure and Properties of Atoms and types of bonds. |
| Periodic Table | Conventional and Non-Conventional Periodic table with Earlier version of Periodic Table. |
| The First Element -Hydrogen | Study of Hydrogen atom and its properties, manufacturing process along with its compounds and reactions with other substances. |
| Gas Law | Behaviour of gasses in different situations with laws & properties associated with them. |
| Atmospheric Pollution | A little insight on Acid Rain, Global Warming and Ozone Depletion. |
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ICSE Class 9th Biology Syllabus
Biology paper of ICSE Class 9th will have two sections of 40 marks each with a total weightage of 80 marks and 20 marks of internal assessment. Section 1 will have compulsory questions and Section 2 will have the choice to attempt 4 out of 6 questions.
Topics included in ICSE Class 9th Biology syllabus are as follows:
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Basic Biology | Study of Cell and basic concepts associated with it including Cell Theory. |
| Flowering Plants | Study of Flowers, their structure, pollination and fertilisation. |
| Plant Physiology | Basic concepts of Plant seeds and Respiration in Plants. |
| Diversity in Living Organisms | Brief study of 5-Kingdom Classification and study of Bacteria and Fungi with their economic importance. |
| Human Anatomy & Physiology | Study of Human body with respect to the internal processes and various body parts and their significance. |
| Health & Hygiene | An introduction to Human Health science, various diseases, and health organizations around the world. |
| Waste Generation & Management | Study of sources of waste and their efficient management. |
ICSE Class 9 Preparation Tips:
ICSE Class 9th can feel a little bit tougher while moving from a slow-paced standard 8th due to a change in pattern. However, it is also a crucial year for students moving into the 10th class. Hence, it is important that students try to get a good hold on the concepts being taught in the Class 9th.
Here we discuss few tips to get a good hold on the ICSE Class 9th Syllabus and perform well in the exams
- Syllabus Skimming: Going through the syllabus will give a great idea about the subjects and topics included in them. Here you can classify your focus points, weak and strong subjects.
- Create a Schedule: Create a schedule, especially during the exams. It will make you introspect your daily activities and help you create a balanced routine to manage your studies.
- Textbooks: Stick to the prescribed textbooks while keeping standard books for reference.
- Practice: Keep solving Sample Question Papers for all the subjects. This will give the exam temperament and help you avoid stress during the exams.
- Revision: Cultivate a habit of taking short notes while you study, these will be your guides for the last-minute preparation.
- Relax: Stay calm and composed. Practice relaxation activities with short intervals in your study routine. This will help you blow some steam off and retain the information for longer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ques.: Has the syllabus for ICSE Class 9th been reduced?
Ans.: Along with the syllabus for classes 10th and 12th, syllabus for class 9th has also been reduced for few selected subjects including English and Indian Languages, History & Civics, Geography etc.
Ques.: What is the total number of Subjects required to attempt in ICSE Class 9th Syllabus?
Ans.: Each student needs to have a total of 6 subjects including both compulsory and optional topics selected from the ICSE Class 9th Syllabus.
Ques.: Will the internal assessment be carried out for all subjects?
Ans.: Yes, as per the ICSE marking scheme, every exam with weightage of 80 marks will have an internal assessment of 20 marks added to compute the total score out of 100.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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