ICSE Class 10 Syllabus 2024-25 cisce.org Check ICSE Class 10 Syllabus Pattern Here

Chapters

Important topics

Commercial Mathematics

Goods and Services Tax, Banking, Shares and Dividends

Algebra

Linear Inequations, Quadratic Equations in one variable, Ratio and Proportion, Factorisation of polynomials, Matrices, Arithmetic and Geometric Progression, Co-ordinate Geometry

Geometry

Similarity, Loci, Circles, Cyclic Properties, Tangent and Secant Properties, Constructions, Angle Properties,

Mensuration

Area and volume of solids: Cylinder, Cone and Sphere

Trigonometry

Heights and distances, solve/prove simple algebraic trigonometric expressions

Statistics

Mean, Median, Mode. Histograms and Ogive

Probability

Random experiments, Sample space, Events, Definition of probability, Simple problems on single events

Chapters

Important topics

Basic Biology

Cell Cycle and Cell Division, Structure of Chromosome, Genetics

Plant Physiology

Absorption by Roots, Imbibition, diffusion and osmosis, Transpiration, Photosynthesis, and Chemical coordination in Plants

Human Anatomy and Physiology

Circulatory System, Excretory System, Nervous system, Endocrine System, Reproductive System

Population

Population Explosion in India, Need for Adopting Controlling Measures

Human Evolution

Basic introduction to Human evolution and Theories of evolution: Lamarck’s theory of inheritance; Darwin’s theory of evolution by natural selection.

Pollution

Types and sources of Pollution, Biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste, Effects of pollution

Chapters

Important topics

Force, Work, Power and Energy

Turning forces concept, Uniform circular motion, Work, energy, power and their relation with force, Different types of energy, Machines as force multipliers, Principle of Conservation of energy, Centre of gravity

Light

Refraction of light, Total internal reflection: critical angle, Lenses, Electromagnetic spectrum.

Sound

Reflection of Sound Waves, Vibrations and Resonance, Loudness, pitch and quality of sound

Electricity and Magnetism

Ohm’s Law, Electrical power and energy, Household circuits, Magnetic effect of a current

Heat

Calorimetry, Latent heat; loss and gain of heat

Modern Physics

Radioactivity and changes in the nucleus, Radiation, Nuclear Energy

Chapters

Important topics

Periodic Properties and variations of properties- Physical and Chemical

Periodicity on the basis of atomic number, Periodic properties and their variations in groups and periods

Chemical Bonding

Electrovalent Bonding, Covalent Bonding, Coordinate Bonding

Study of Acids, Bases and Salts

Molecules and their characteristic properties, Ions present in mineral acids, alkalis and salts, Definition of salt, types of salts, Action of dilute acids

Analytical Chemistry

The action of Ammonium Hydroxide and Sodium Hydroxide on the solution of salts, the Action of alkalis on certain metals

Mole Concept and Stoichiometry

Vapour Density and its relation to relative molecular mass, Deduction of simple and molecular formulas from

Electrolysis

Electrolytes and non-electrolytes, Substances containing molecules only, ions only, both molecules and ions, Definition and explanation of electrolysis, electrolyte, electrode, anode, cathode, anion, cation, oxidation and reduction, An elementary study of the migration of ions, Applications of electrolysis:

Metallurgy

The occurrence of metals, Extraction of Aluminium, ) Alloys – composition and uses

Study of Compounds

Hydrogen Chloride, Ammonia, Nitric Acid, Sulphuric Acid

Organic Chemistry

Introduction, Structure and Isomerism, Homologous series, Simple nomenclature, Hydrocarbons,

Chapters

Important topics

Map Work

Interpretation of Topographical Maps, Map of India,

Location, Extent and Physical features

Position and Extent of India, The physical features of India

Climate

Distribution of Temperature, Rainfall, winds and factors affecting the climate, Monsoon

Soil Resources

Types of soil, Soil Erosion

Natural Vegetation

Importance of forests, Types of vegetation, Forest conservation

Water Resources

Sources, Rainwater harvesting, Irrigation

Mineral and Energy Resources

Conventional Sources, Iron ore, Manganese, Copper, Bauxite, Non-conventional Sources, Hydel Power

Agriculture

Indian Agriculture, Types of Farming in India, Agricultural seasons, Climatic conditions, soil requirements, methods of cultivation

Manufacturing Industries

Agro-based Industry, Mineral-based Industry

Transport

Importance and Modes, Roadways, Railways, Airways and Waterways

Waste Management

Need for waste management, Methods of safe disposal, Need and methods for reducing, reusing and recycling waste

Groups

Marks distribution

Subjects under each group

Group I

80% marks external exam + 20% marks internal exam

• History, Civics, Geography

• English

• Second Language (one/two)

Group II

80% marks external exam + 20% marks internal exam

• Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

• Mathematics

• Commercial Studies

• Economics

• Environmental Science

• A Classical Language

• A Modern Foreign Language

Group III

50% marks external exam + 50 % marks internal exam

• Arts

• Performing Arts

• Computer Applications

• Economic Applications

• Commercial Applications

• Fashion Designing

• Physical Education

• Yoga

• Cookery

• Home Science and more