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CBSE Class 9 syllabus and marks

Subjects, the marking scheme and what to focus on in the year before the boards.

IN SHORT

In CBSE Class 9, students study two languages, mathematics, science and social science, with an optional skill subject. Most subjects are marked 80 for the year-end exam and 20 for internal assessment. CBSE publishes the full syllabus each year on cbseacademic.nic.in.

Updated · Mayo International School, Patparganj, East Delhi

Compulsory
5 subjects
Theory / internal
80 / 20
Board exam
No (Class 10)

Subjects

Language 1 and 2English and Hindi (or another language)
MathematicsNumber systems, polynomials, coordinate geometry, Euclid, triangles, statistics…
ScienceMatter, the cell, motion, force, gravitation, sound…
Social scienceHistory, geography, political science, economics
OptionalA skill subject such as AI or IT

Internal assessment (20)

  • Periodic tests
  • Notebook submission
  • Subject enrichment — practicals, projects, speaking and listening
  • Portfolio and multiple assessment

Why Class 9 matters

Class 10 board questions build on Class 9 chapters in maths and science. Students who keep Class 9 notes and practise them start Class 10 well ahead.

Questions parents ask

Is Class 9 a board exam in CBSE?

No. Class 9 exams are set by the school; the board exams are in Class 10.

Sources

Rules change each year: check the official notice for your year. Mayo's own figures come from the school's records.

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