Home Science — Syllabus & Chapters

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

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Understanding Oneself
Chapter 2: Understanding the Self
Chapter 3: Food, Nutrition, Health and Fitness
Chapter 4: Management of Resources
Chapter 5: Fabrics Around Us
Chapter 6: Media and Communication Technology
Chapter 7: Effective Communication Skills
Chapter 8: Living and Working in a Global Society
Chapter 9: Relationships and Interactions with Significant Others
Chapter 10: Concerns and Needs in Diverse Contexts
Chapter 11: Survival, Growth and Development
Chapter 12: Nutrition, Health and Well-Being
Chapter 13: Care and Education
Chapter 14: Our Apparel
Chapter 15: Health and Wellness
Chapter 16: Financial Management and Planning
Chapter 17: Care and Maintenance of Fabrics
Chapter 18: Perspectives in Communication
Chapter 19: Individual Responsibilities and Rights

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in Home Science?

The Home Science syllabus has 19 chapters, listed in full above. Cover the high-weightage chapters first using the exam pattern as a guide.

How do I know which Home Science 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 Home Science 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 Home Science 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 Home Science — practise past-paper questions and get instant feedback — or a focused Home Science study guide that condenses the syllabus into the topics that matter most — both are free to start.