Textile Design — Syllabus & Chapters

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

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Introduction to Textile Design
Chapter 2: Elements and Principles of Design in Textiles
Chapter 3: Fibres for Textiles
Chapter 4: Yarns and Fabrics
Chapter 5: Weaving and Fabric Construction
Chapter 6: Finishes and Surface Treatments
Chapter 7: Color Theory for Textiles
Chapter 8: Dyeing and Printing Techniques
Chapter 9: Embroidery and Surface Ornamentation
Chapter 10: Surface Design Techniques (Printing, Appliqué, Block Printing)
Chapter 11: Design Process, Sketching and Illustration
Chapter 12: Applications and Careers in Textile Design

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in Textile Design?

The Textile Design syllabus has 12 chapters, listed in full above. Cover the high-weightage chapters first using the exam pattern as a guide.

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