Updated 6 August 2026·9 chapters

ICSE Class 9 Chemistry — Syllabus 2026-27

ICSE Class 9 Chemistry syllabus for 2026-27: all 9 chapters, with the topics in each. Follows the ICSE / ISC syllabus.

About this syllabus

The ICSE Class 9 Chemistry course for 2026-27 has 9 chapters. Chapters with a topic breakdown link to their own syllabus page.

ICSE Class 9 Chemistry — Chapter List

#	Chapter	Topics
1	The Language of Chemistry	Elements, Atoms, and Molecules · Chemical Symbols and Formulae · Valency
2	Chemical Changes and Reactions	Chemical Reaction and Its Signs · Types of Chemical Reactions · Decomposition, Reversible Reactions, and Thermal Dissociation
3	Water	Water: Basic Facts and Physical Properties · Water as a Universal Solvent and Solutions · Solubility, Concentration, and Solubility Curves
4	Atomic Structure and Chemical Bonding	Early ideas and discovery of subatomic particles · Structure of the atom · Fundamental particles of the atom
5	The Periodic Table	Need for Classification and Early Attempts · Dobereiner's Triads · Newland's Law of Octaves
6	Study of the First Element - Hydrogen	Position, nature, and discovery of hydrogen · Hydrogen from water, acids, and alkalis · Laboratory preparation, purification, and collection of hydrogen
7	Study of Gas Laws	Nature and Behaviour of Gases · Pressure, Volume, and Gas Pressure Units · Boyle's Law
8	Atmospheric Pollution	Pollution and Air Pollution · Sources of Air Pollutants · Important Air Pollutants and Their Harmful Effects
9	Practical Work	Recognition and Identification of Gases

Preparation Strategy

Finish the textbook first — the prescribed textbook is the main source for school and board exams.
Keep a formula and definitions list — it makes last-week revision much faster.
Practise past papers — they show you the pattern questions follow.
Time your practice — attempt some papers under exam conditions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find ICSE Class 9 Chemistry Syllabus?

This page has syllabus for 9 chapters of ICSE Class 9 Chemistry for the 2026-27 session. Each chapter links to its own page with the full set.

How should I prepare for ICSE Class 9 Chemistry exams?

Go through the syllabus first, then work chapter by chapter: learn the ideas, practise questions, and revise with notes and flashcards. Leave time at the end to revise every chapter once more under timed conditions.

Has the ICSE Class 9 Chemistry syllabus changed for 2026-27?

This page lists the chapters in the current ICSE Class 9 Chemistry course. Boards revise syllabi from time to time, so check the board's official website for the latest notified syllabus.

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