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ICSE Class 10 Social Science Board Exam Overview 2026

Social science is one of the largest subjects offered in the ICSE Class 10 syllabus, incorporating geography, economics, civics, and history. Students are guided to understand the world in the political, social, and economic contexts of today. As the ICSE Class 10 Social Science Exam in 2026 approaches, students must be properly prepared by knowing the syllabus, exam structure, and the trends in the previous year's paper. 

ALLEN has published this complete guide with everything you need to be successful on the test, including exam dates, syllabus, marking rubric, tips for preparing, and a downloadable paper.

1.0Overview of ICSE Class 10 Social Science Exam 2026

Students' knowledge of social structures, historical events, and environmental systems is evaluated on the ICSE Class 10 Social Science Exam 2026, also known as History, Civics, and Geography (HCG Papers 1 & 2).

Particulars

Details

Board Name

Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE)

Class

10

Subject

Social Science (History, Civics & Geography)

Exam Level

National

Exam Mode

Offline (Pen and Paper)

Duration

2 Hours

Total Marks

100 (80 Theory + 20 Internal Assessment)

Exam Conducted By

CISCE (ICSE Board)

Expected Exam Date

March 2026

The subject is divided into two main papers:

  • Paper 1: History & Civics
  • Paper 2: Geography

Each paper carries 80 marks (written exam) and 20 marks (internal assessment/project work).

2.0ICSE Class 10 Social Science Exam Date 2026

The ICSE Class 10 Board Exams are expected to be held in February or March of 2026.

The Social Science paper is likely to be due in the second week of March 2026.

Event

Expected Date (2026)

ICSE Class 10 Date Sheet Release

November / December 2025

Social Science Exam (History, Civics & Geography)

8th – 15th March 2026

ICSE Result Announcement

May 2026

Note: The official date sheet will be released on the CISCE official website.

3.0ICSE Class 10 Social Science Syllabus 2026

The ICSE Social Science syllabus 2026 is divided into three major components: History, Civics, and Geography. 

History Syllabus 2026

Unit

Chapters/Topics Covered

The Indian National Movement

  • Growth of Nationalism
  • First War of Independence (1857)
  • Formation of the Indian National Congress
  • Gandhian Era
  • Quit India Movement
  • Independence and Partition

The Contemporary World

  • World War I
  • Rise of Dictatorships
  • World War II
  • United Nations
  • Non-Aligned Movement (NAM)
  • Major Agencies of the UN

Civics Syllabus 2026

Unit

Chapters/Topics Covered

The Union Legislature

  • Parliament – Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha

The Union Executive

  • The President
  • Vice President
  • Prime Minister and
  • Council of Ministers

The Judiciary

  • Supreme Court
  • High Courts and 
  • Subordinate Courts

The State Government

  • Governor
  • Chief Minister and 
  • State Legislature

Geography Syllabus 2026

Unit

Chapters/Topics Covered

Physical Geography

Earth’s Structure, Rocks, Volcanoes, Earthquakes, Climate, and Natural Vegetation

Map Work

India – Rivers, Cities, Mountains, Minerals, and Soils

Resources

Agriculture, Minerals, Industries, Transport, Waste Management

4.0Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme

Component

Details

Marks

Paper 1 (History & Civics)

Two sections – History and Civics

80 Marks

Paper 2 (Geography)

Theory and Map Work

80 Marks

Internal Assessment

Project and Assignments

20 Marks

Total

—

100 Marks

Internal Assessment (20 Marks):

  • One project in History/Civics and one in Geography.
  • Evaluation based on research, content, presentation, and creativity.

5.0Chapter-Wise Weightage

Subject

Topics

Weightage (Approx.)

History

National Movement, World Wars

25–30 Marks

Civics

Indian Constitution, Judiciary

20–25 Marks

Geography

Map Work, Resources, Climate

25–30 Marks

Total

—

80 Marks

Revise map marking, Indian Constitution, and the Gandhian Era multiple times before the exam.

6.0Preparation Tips by ALLEN Experts

1. Make a Realistic Study Timetable

Give geography, civics, and history equal time. Invest more time in practicing maps and historical timelines.

2. Use Mind Maps for History

Create flowcharts for the World Wars and the Freedom Movement. This facilitates rapid event revision.

3. Revise Constitutions and Articles

Frequently, civics questions are taken straight from the textbook. Learn the main articles and the functions of the judiciary, president, and prime minister by heart.

4. Practice Map Work Daily

Locate cities, rivers, industries, and other physical features using blank maps. This guarantees perfect grades in geography.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The exam is expected to be held in the second week of March 2026 as part of the ICSE Board Exams.

It is divided into two parts: Paper 1: History & Civics (80 Marks), Paper 2: Geography (80 Marks) Each includes a 20-mark internal assessment.

Focus on the Freedom Movement, World Wars, Indian Constitution, and Map Work, as these topics carry the highest weightage.

Follow a structured study plan, write answers point-wise, revise maps daily, and practice ALLEN mock tests regularly.

Official question papers are available on the CISCE website, and ALLEN provides solved versions for effective practice.

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