The CISCE (Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations) has issued the ICSE time table 2025 on November 2024 on their official website (cisce.org). The ICSE 10th board exams 2025 are to be conducted between 18th February and 27th March 2025 in offline mode via pen and paper.
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The Local Examinations Syndicate of the University of Cambridge established the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education, also called the ICSE. It administers the ICSE Examination at the end of the 10th grade. The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations is a private board of education in India which was formed 63 years ago on 3rd November 1958. It recognises English as it’s official language. It is also referred to as a Non Governmental board of school education. This board is known for its lengthy syllabus. To build a good confidence level in students, their academic success is also important and their studies at any stage should not be neglected. Indian Certificate of Secondary Education is a private board of education in India which is also recognised as a non government board. It was founded on 3rd November 1958 in India. It’s headquarters is in New Delhi. It is known for Vast syllabus and is well structured. Students are required to select 6 subjects out of various options provided. They have the freedom of being flexible while choosing their subjects.
ICSE Syllabus for Class 10
The ICSE class 10 syllabus for English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), History & Civics, Economics and Geography are given below.
English
The ICSE class 10 English Syllabus consists of English Language and English Literature.
Section | Topics |
English Language | Composition, Letter Writing, Notice and Email, Comprehension, Grammar |
English Literature | Drama: The Merchant of Venice, Prose: Short Stories, Poetry: Various Poems |
Mathematics
Unit | Topics |
Commercial Mathematics | Compound Interest, Banking, Shares and Dividends |
Algebra | Linear Inequations, Quadratic Equations, Ratio and Proportion, Matrices, Arithmetic Progression |
Geometry | Similarity, Loci, Circles, Constructions |
Mensuration | Cylinder, Cone, Sphere |
Trigonometry | Trigonometric Identities, Heights and Distances |
Statistics | Mean, Median, Mode |
Probability | Basic Concepts |
Science
The ICSE class 10 Science includes Physics, Chemistry & Biology. All the syllabus for Science is listed below:
Physics
The ICSE class 10 Physics Syllabus consists of the following topics.
Unit | Topics |
Force, Work, Energy, and Power | Work, Energy, Power, Machines |
Light | Refraction of Light, Lenses, Spectrum, Optical Instruments |
Sound | Propagation of Sound Waves, Resonance, Echo, Natural and Forced Vibrations |
Electricity and Magnetism | Current Electricity, Household Circuits, Electromagnetism, Magnetic Effects of Current |
Chemistry
The ICSE class 10 Chemistry Syllabus consists of the following topics.
Unit | Topics |
Periodic Properties and Variations | Periodic Table, Properties, and Variations in Properties |
Chemical Bonding | Electrovalent, Covalent, and Coordinate Bonding |
Acids, Bases, and Salts | pH Scale, Preparation, Properties |
Analytical Chemistry | Identification of Ions and Gases |
Mole Concept and Stoichiometry | Calculations based on Chemical Equations |
Organic Chemistry | Introduction to Organic Compounds, Hydrocarbons, Alcohols, and Carboxylic Acids |
Biology
The ICSE class 10 Biology Syllabus consists of the following topics.
Unit | Topics |
Basic Biology | Cell Cycle and Cell Division, Structure of Chromosome |
Plant Physiology | Absorption by Roots, Transpiration, Photosynthesis |
Human Anatomy and Physiology | Circulatory System, Excretory System, Nervous System, Sense Organs |
Genetics and Evolution | Mendel’s Laws, Chromosomes and Genes, Evolution |
Ecology | Ecosystems, Pollution, Conservation of Natural Resources |
Social Studies
The ICSE Social Studies Syllabus covers History, Civics, Geography, Economics. All the Syllabus for Social Studies is listed below:
History
The ICSE class 10 History Syllabus consists of the following topics.
Unit | Topics |
The Indian National Movement | The First War of Independence, Rise of Nationalism, Gandhian Era, Independence and Partition of India |
Contemporary World | The First World War, The League of Nations, The Second World War, The United Nations, Major Agencies of the United Nations |
Civics
The ICSE class 10 Civics Syllabus consists of the following topics.
Unit | Topics |
The Union Legislature | The Lok Sabha, The Rajya Sabha, Functions of Parliament |
The Union Executive | The President, The Vice-President, The Prime Minister, The Council of Ministers |
The Judiciary | The Supreme Court, The High Courts, Subordinate Courts |
Geography
The ICSE class 10 Geography Syllabus consists of the following topics.
Unit | Topics |
Map Work | Interpretation of Topographical Maps, Survey Maps |
Climate | Climate of India, Factors Affecting Climate, Monsoon, Distribution of Rainfall |
Soils in India | Types of Soil, Soil Erosion, Soil Conservation |
Natural Vegetation and Wildlife | Types of Vegetation, Distribution, Conservation of Forests and Wildlife |
Water Resources | Sources, Irrigation, Multipurpose Projects |
Minerals and Energy Resources | Types, Distribution, Conservation |
Agriculture | Types of Farming, Major Crops, Agricultural Practices |
Manufacturing Industries | Types, Distribution, Industrial Pollution and Environmental Degradation |
Economics
The ICSE class 10 Economics Syllabus consists of the following topics.
Unit | Topics |
Understanding Economics | Basic Concepts, Types of Economies, Central Problems of an Economy |
Types of Economies | Capitalist Economy, Socialist Economy, Mixed Economy |
Indian Economy | Characteristics of Indian Economy, Main Sectors, Contribution to GDP |
Economic Development | Meaning and Indicators, Factors Affecting Development |
Money and Banking | Money: Meaning and Functions, Central Bank, Commercial Banks |
Public Finance | Sources of Revenue, Public Expenditure, Public Debt |
Consumer Awareness | Consumer Rights, Consumer Protection |
Marking Scheme for ICSE Class 10 2024-25 Examination
GROUPS | SUBJECTS | WEIGHTAGE |
GROUP – I (Compulsory) | English Second language History & Civics Geography | 80 marks external exam + 20 marks internal assessment/project work |
GROUP – II (Any two/three of the following subjects) | Mathematics Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) Economics Commercial Studies A Modern Foreign Language A Classical Language Environmental Science | 80 marks external exam + 20 marks internal assessment/project work |
Group – III (Any one of the following subjects) | Computer Applications Economic Applications Commercial Applications Art Performing Arts Home Science Cookery Fashion Designing Physical Education Yoga Technical Drawing Applications Environmental Applications A Modern Foreign Language | 50 marks external exam + 50 marks internal assessment/project work |
Exam Preparation Tips for ICSE Class 10
- Be consistent with your hard work. Consistency is the key.
- Solve as many sample test papers as possible.
- Start with the difficult subjects and topics first.
- Keep the concepts clear.
- Go through the syllabus thoroughly. Understand the syllabus and be clear about the topics and the areas that need to be covered first.
- Prepare a timetable according to your schedule and follow it strictly.
- Make short notes and keywords in a separate notebook for each and every subject. This will help you to keep your concepts clear and aid you in your last-minute revision.
- Solve 10 years of question papers.
| Q. Is the ICSE Class 10 Syllabus 2025 released? |
| Ans. The CISCE has put out the ICSE Class 10 Syllabus for the academic year 2024-2025. |
