Graphics — Syllabus & Chapters

The complete syllabus for Graphics — every chapter you need to study, and how the exam paper is structured.

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Six Limbs of Indian Painting & Fundamentals of Visual Arts (Elements & Principles)
Chapter 2: The Mughal and Deccan schools of Miniature Painting
Chapter 3: The Bengal School of Painting and the Modern Trends in Indian Art
Chapter 4: Making of graphic-print through Serigraphy/Lithography/Etching and Engraving (Intaglio Process) techniques
Chapter 5: Portfolio Assessment

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in Graphics?

The Graphics syllabus has 5 chapters, listed in full above. Cover the high-weightage chapters first using the exam pattern as a guide.

How do I know which Graphics chapters carry the most marks?

Compare the chapter list above with the exam pattern and the last few years of question papers — the topics that appear most often and the units with the highest marks are where to focus first. Always confirm weightage against the official syllabus for your exam year.

Has the Graphics syllabus changed this year?

Boards occasionally revise the syllabus or remove topics for a session. Always download the official syllabus for your exact exam year from the official CBSE portal rather than relying on an older copy or a social-media list.

How can I prepare for Graphics faster?

Begin with the most-frequently-asked topics and the last few years of question papers, then test yourself under timed conditions. If you want guided help, you can use the free AI study tutor for Graphics — practise past-paper questions and get instant feedback — or a focused Graphics study guide that condenses the syllabus into the topics that matter most — both are free to start.