Entrance Exam Syllabus

Entrance Exam Syllabus

Explore the entrance exam syllabus for each grade level below.

Syllabus for KG to Grade 2

Kindergarten 1 (KG 1)

KG 1

ASSESSMENT AREAS

Interactive session
Assessing letter recognition
Speaking skills: Myself
Numbers 1 to 10
Colours
Shapes
Fine and gross motor skills

Kindergarten 2 (KG 2)

KG 2

Assessment Areas

Sequencing of Letters A to Z
Phonic Sounds of Letters
Beginning and Ending Sounds
Sight Words
Numbers 1 to 30
Patterns
Shapes
Speaking Skills: Myself
Fine and Gross Motor Skills

Grade 1 Entry

Grade 1

Language and Literacy

Nouns
Pronouns
Articles
- Verbs
- Picture Composition

Cognitive Numeracy Skills (Mathematics)

Numerals 1 to 100
Single and 2-digit Addition and Subtraction
Time
Ordinals

Grade 2 Entry

Grade 2

Language and Literacy

Reading Comprehension
Paragraph Writing
Adjectives
- Prepositions

Cognitive Numeracy Skills (Mathematics)

Numerals 1 to 200
Multiplication to 10
Division

Entrance Examination Syllabus (Grades 3-8)

Grade 3 Entry

Grade 3

Mathematics

Three-digit addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
Multiplication tables (2–10)
Place value and number concepts
Word problems involving basic operations
Time (reading clock, duration and related problems)
Money and simple transactions
2D and 3D shapes and their properties
Fractions (basic concepts, comparison and representation)
Patterns and logical reasoning

English

Reading comprehension (factual and inferential questions)
Vocabulary and word meanings
Picture composition
Sentence formation and creative writing
- Basic grammar and punctuation

Grade 4 Entry

Grade 4

Mathematics

Four-digit addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
Multiplication- and division-based problem solving
Fractions and basic decimals
Measurement (length, mass, capacity)
Time and calendar-based problems
Money and real-life applications
Shapes, symmetry and basic geometry
Data handling (tables and graphs)

English

Reading comprehension
Story writing and creative expression
Vocabulary development
Sentence structure
- Grammar:
  - Nouns and pronouns
  - Verbs and adjectives
  - Punctuation
  - Basic tenses

Grade 5 Entry

Grade 5

Mathematics

Six-digit addition and subtraction
Multiplication and division of larger numbers
- Factors and multiples
Fractions and decimals
Measurement and conversions
Area and perimeter
Geometry (angles, shapes and properties)
Data handling and interpretation
- Application-based word problems

English

Reading comprehension (literal, inferential and analytical questions)
Creative writing and paragraph writing
- Vocabulary and language usage
Grammar:
- Adverbs
- Pronouns
- Prepositions
- Tenses
- Conjunctions
- Sentence structure

Grades 6 to 8 Entry

Grades 6-8

Mathematics

Number systems and operations
- Integers
- Fractions and decimals
Ratio, proportion and percentages
- Factors, multiples and divisibility rules
Algebra:
- Expressions
- Simple equations
- Patterns and relationships
Geometry:
- Lines and angles
- Triangles and quadrilaterals
Mensuration (area, perimeter and volume)
Data handling and probability
- Logical reasoning and problem-solving

English

Reading comprehension:
- Main idea
- Inference
- Vocabulary in context
- Critical thinking questions
Creative writing:
- Paragraph writing
- Story writing
- Diary entry/formal writing
Grammar:
- Parts of speech
- Tenses
- Modals
- Active and passive voice
- Prepositions and conjunctions
- Sentence transformation
- Punctuation and vocabulary usage

Science (Physics, Chemistry & Biology)

Physics
- Measurement and units
- Motion and force
- Work, energy and simple machines
- Light and sound
- Electricity and basic circuits
Chemistry
- Matter and its properties
- States of matter
- Physical and chemical changes
- Elements, compounds and mixtures
- Separation techniques
Biology
- Living organisms and classification
- Plants and their functions
- Human body systems
- Health and nutrition
- Ecosystems and environmental awareness

Syllabus for Secondary School (Grades 9-12)

Grade 9 Entry

Grade 9

Mathematics

Rational Numbers
- Squares and Square Roots
- Cubes and Cube Roots
Exponents and Powers
- Percentages
- Ratio and Proportion
Geometry
- Mensuration
- Data Handling

English

Unseen Comprehension
- Determiners
- Tenses
- Modals
Subject-Verb Concord
- Reported Speech
- Editing and Error Correction
Descriptive Paragraph
- Story Writing

Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

Physics
- Force and Pressure
- Friction
- Light
- Sound
Chemistry
- Metals and Non-Metals
- Pollution
Biology
- The Cell
- Chromosomes and Heredity
- Microorganisms
- Conservation of Plants and Animals

Grade 10 Entry

Grade 10

Mathematics

Number Systems
- Polynomials
- Lines and Angles
- Triangles
Mensuration
- Statistics
- Probability

English

Unseen Comprehension
- Tenses
- Modals
- Subject-Verb Concord
Reported Speech
- Editing and Error Correction
- Formal Letter
- Analytical Paragraph

Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

Physics
- Motion
- Force and Laws of Motion
- Work and Energy
Chemistry
- Matter in Our Surroundings
- Is Matter Around Us Pure?
- Physical and Chemical Changes
Biology
- The Fundamental Unit of Life
- Tissues

Grade 11 Entry

Grade 11

Mathematics

Real Numbers
- Polynomials
- Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables
- Quadratic Equations
Arithmetic Progressions
- Coordinate Geometry
- Trigonometry
- Statistics
- Probability

English

Unseen Comprehension
- Tenses
- Conditionals
- Active and Passive Voice
Clauses and Conjunctions
- Reported Speech
- Subject-Verb Concord
- Editing and Error Correction
- Formal Letter
- Analytical Paragraph

Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

Physics
- Light
- Electricity
- Magnetic Effects of Electric Current
Chemistry
- Chemical Reactions and Equations
- Acids, Bases and Salts
Biology
- Life Processes
- Reproduction
- Heredity

Grade 12 Entry

Grade 12

English

Unseen Comprehension
- Notice Writing
- Poster Designing
Report Writing
- Speech Writing
- Article Writing

Physics & Chemistry

Physics
- Units and Measurements
- Motion in a Straight Line
- Motion in a Plane
- Laws of Motion
- Work, Energy and Power
- System of Particles and Rotational Motion
- Gravitation
- Mechanical Properties of Fluids
- Thermodynamics
- Kinetic Theory
- Oscillations
- Waves
Chemistry
- Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry
- Structure of Atom
- Classification and Periodicity
- Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
- Thermodynamics
- Equilibrium
- Organic Chemistry
- Hydrocarbons

Mathematics & Biology

Mathematics
- Sets
- Functions
- Trigonometric Functions
- Permutations and Combinations
- Sequences and Series
- Straight Lines
- Limits and Derivatives
- Statistics
Biology
- The Living World
- Structural Organization in Animals
- Cell: Structure and Function
- Cell Cycle and Cell Division
- Photosynthesis in Higher Plants
- Breathing and Exchange of Gases
- Body Fluids and Circulation
- Excretory Products and Elimination
- Chemical Coordination and Integration