ICSE Class 9 Syllabus 2026-27

Paper 1: Language

• Grammar: Advanced topics including clauses, sentence structure, reported speech
• Comprehension: Unseen passages with analytical questions
• Writing Skills: Essay, letter, report, and article writing
• Vocabulary: Idioms, phrases, and word usage

Paper 2: Literature

• Prose: Detailed study of prescribed short stories
• Poetry: In-depth analysis of prescribed poems
• Drama: Study of one-act plays or scenes
• Critical Analysis: Themes, characters, and literary devices

Algebra

• Linear Equations in Two Variables
• Algebraic Identities and Expressions
• Factorization and Polynomials

Geometry & Trigonometry

• Triangles, Quadrilaterals, and Circles
• Introduction to Trigonometry
• Mensuration: Area and Volume

Statistics

• Data Handling and Representation
• Mean, Median, Mode
• Probability

Commercial Mathematics

• Profit, Loss, and Discount
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Ratio and Proportion

Mechanics

• Motion and Laws of Motion
• Force, Pressure, and Friction
• Work, Energy, and Power

Light & Sound

• Reflection and Refraction of Light
• Sound Waves and Characteristics
• Echo and Ultrasound

Electricity & Magnetism

• Electric Circuits and Current
• Magnetic Effects of Current
• Electromagnetic Induction

Heat

• Heat Transfer and Temperature
• Thermal Expansion
• Specific Heat Capacity

Matter & Elements

• Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures
• Atomic Structure and Periodic Table
• Chemical Bonding

Chemical Reactions

• Types of Chemical Reactions
• Balancing Chemical Equations
• Acids, Bases, and Salts

Metals & Non-Metals

• Properties of Metals and Non-Metals
• Reactivity Series
• Alloys and Their Uses

Environmental Chemistry

• Pollution and Its Effects
• Green Chemistry
• Conservation of Resources

Plant Physiology

• Photosynthesis and Respiration
• Transport in Plants
• Plant Growth and Development

Human Body Systems

• Digestive, Respiratory, and Circulatory Systems
• Excretory and Nervous Systems
• Endocrine System and Reproduction

Genetics & Evolution

• Cell Division and Reproduction
• Heredity and Variation
• Evolution and Natural Selection

Ecology

• Ecosystems and Biodiversity
• Food Chains and Food Webs
• Environmental Conservation

History

• Indian National Movement (1885-1947)
• Modern Indian History
• World Wars and Their Impact
• United Nations and International Relations

Civics

• The Constitution of India
• Fundamental Rights and Duties
• Union and State Governments
• Judiciary and Local Self-Government

Physical Geography

• Earth's Interior and Landforms
• Climate and Weather
• Rivers and Water Bodies
• Map Work and Interpretation

Human Geography

• Population and Demographics
• Agriculture and Industries
• Resources and Conservation
• Transport and Communication

Available Languages

Syllabus Components

• Grammar: Advanced grammar concepts
• Comprehension: Unseen passages
• Writing: Essay, letter, and story writing
• Literature: Prose and poetry as per syllabus