Karnataka State Board Class 9

Karnataka State Board Class 9 is an important stage in a student’s life as it builds the foundation for students to prepare for the Class 10 board exams in the next academic session. In Class 9, students study six subjects: two language subjects and four core subjects. All the subjects, except language papers, are offered in English and Kannada as medium of instruction.

Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board administers formal education to the students from Classes 1 to 12. The school education system is categorised into primary (kindergarten), upper primary (Classes 1 to 5), secondary (Classes 6 to 8), lower secondary (Classes 9 and class 10), and upper secondary level (Classes 11 and 12). Classes 10 and 12 are the board-level exams held at the state level.

Karnataka Board Class 9 Exam Summary

The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) ensures that all students receive a good education. The syllabus for Karnataka Board Class 9 is designed to elevate the understanding level and capacity of students towards higher standard of academic concepts. Beginning from class 9, students start to understand the topic in depth. As a result, class 9 serves as a gateway for all students preparing for their graduation and degree in the future. The Class 9 Karnataka State Exams are held every year. Below are the details on KSEAB Class 9:

Particulars	Details
Conducting Body	The Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board
Exam Level	Secondary Education
Theory Marks	80 Marks
Internal Assessment/ Practical/ Project Work	20 Marks
Overall Passing Marks	33% Marks

The Karnataka State Board introduced The CCE (Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation) design for secondary classes for Grades 1 to 12 and follows the framework in all schools associated with the Karnataka State Board. CCE was developed by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) in 2009-2010 with a holistic education in mind. This was implemented as part of the Right to Education Act of 2009, with the goal of providing high-quality education to pupils aged 6 to 14.

Karnataka Board Class 9 Official Website Link

https://sslc.karnataka.gov.in/english

CCE pattern comprises two types of tests: Formative and Summative. Formative tests include a student’s class performance, classwork, homework, submission of prescribed projects, and active involvement in various class events. Three-hour written tests were used in the Summative to assess students’ intellectual understanding. Formative Assessment (conducted four times during an academic session) accounted for 40% of the total. 

Below we have provided exam pattern for Class 9 students:

No.	Name of CCE Activity	Code of the CCE Activity	Activities	Marks
1	Formative Assessment – 1	FA1	Activity 1 + Activity 2 + Written Test	15+15+20=50
2	Formative Assessment -2	FA2	Activity 1 + Activity 2 + Written Test	15+15+20=50 Marks
3	Summative Assessment -1	SA1	Written Exam	80 Marks
4	Formative Assessment – 3	FA3	Activity 1 + Activity 2 + Written Test	15+15+20=50 Marks
5	Formative Assessment – 4	FA4	Activity 1 + Activity 2 + Written Test	15+15+20=50 Marks
6	Summative Assessment – 2	SA2	Written Exam	80 Marks

Note that there are two summative assessments – one mid-year summative assessment, and one year-end summative assessment. Students of state board schools in Karnataka will take four formative assessments (FA) and one summative exam (SA) in classes 1 to 10. In the absence of final exams, experts have urged this measure for a more credible means of assessment.

In the context of the Covid pandemic, the Department of Public Instruction issued a circular on the continuous and comprehensive evaluation pattern for the academic year 2022-23. According to a circular issued, the mid-term tests will be skipped in favour of a four-formative and one-final summative exam pattern. Summative assessments have been given more weightage in classes 9 and 10.

In the months of September, October, December 2022, and January 2023, four formative exams will be given, each worth 50 marks. Students will have to submit two 15-marks projects and a 20-marks written test as part of the formative assessments, making a total of 50 marks in each FA. 200 marks obtained in the four formative assessments will be reduced to 20 marks later.

Students in classes 9 and 10 will complete a summative final exam for 80 marks. Candidates will be given a total of 100 marks based on their performance on a total of 20 marks formative and 80 marks summative assessments. Class IX Karnataka State Board: Examination Time Table for 2022-23 will be announced shortly on the official website.

No.	CCE Activity	Date of Assessment
1	Formative Assessment – 1 (FA1)	To be Announced
2	Formative Assessment -2 (FA2)	To be Announced
4	Formative Assessment – 3 (FA3)	To be Announced
5	Formative Assessment – 4 (FA4)	To be Announced
6	Summative Assessment – 2 (SA2)	To be Announced
	RESULT ANNOUNCEMENT	May 2023

The well-designed syllabus sets the tone for the year, provides the conceptual basis for the class, and serves as a “virtual handshake” between the teacher and students. A good syllabus also becomes a resource that is referred to throughout the academic session. The below table includes the syllabus links for the different subjects.

Class 9 Karnataka Board English (First Language) Syllabus

English is an interesting language to learn, just like any other. Students are expected to write their answers clearly and adhere to the principles of grammar. The table below provides the Class 9 English curriculum for the Karnataka Board:

Serial Number	Prose	Poem
1	The Best Advice I Ever Had	The Grass is Really Like Me
2	Mauritius	Africa
3	The Collectors	The Village School Master
4	The Portrait of a Lady	Tiger
5	A Question of Space	The Pencil’s Story
6	All Stories are Anansi’s	The Bold Pedlar and Robin Hood
7	On Saying Please	Geography Lesson
8	The Story-Teller	Ethics
9	An Astrologer’s Day Goodbye	Goodbye Party for Miss Puspha T.S
10	A Dream of Flight	Photograph
	Supplementary Reading
1	The Goat and the Stars
2	Earthquake
3	Balai
4	Letter Writing & Determiners

The Karnataka Board Class 9 English Supplementary Reading is as follows:

Sr. No.	Supplementary Reading
1	The Goat and the Stars
2	Earthquake
3	Balai
4	Letter Writing & Determiners

Class 9 Karnataka Board English (Second Language) Syllabus

English, like any other language, is exciting to learn. Students must have a solid understanding of grammatical rules and answer writing. Students can find the syllabus for the Karnataka Board Class 9 English Second Language below:

Serial Number	Prose	Poem
1	The Enchanted Pool	Upagupta
2	The Three Questions	Gratefulness (Memorization)
3	My Beginnings	A Girl Called Golden
4	Whatever We Do	The Wonderful Words (Memorization)
5	Justice Above Self	Justice
6	The Noble Bishop Nobleness	Nobleness Enkindleth Nobleness
7	The Will of Sacrifice	The Song ofdom (Memorization)
8	To My Countrymen	It Never Comes Again (Memorization)

The Karnataka Board Class 9 English Supplementary Reading is as follows:

Sr. No.	Supplementary Reading
1	Aruna Asaf Ali
2	The Happy Cure
3	Ranji’s Wonderful Bat
4	Monday Morning

Class 9 Karnataka Board Mathematics Syllabus

In class 9, students familiarise various areas of Mathematics like the number system, Euclid’s geometry, lines and angles, polynomials, triangles, constructions, quadrilaterals, coordinate geometry, linear equations, areas of shapes such as parallelograms, triangles, and circles. For a strong foundation in this subject, students need to solve plenty of questions and previous years’ papers to know the kind of questions that may be asked from a chapter.

	PART-1
Serial Number	Topic	Sub-topic
1	Number Systems	1.1 Introduction 1.2 Irrational Numbers 1.3 Real Numbers and their Decimal Expansions 1.4 Representing Real Numbers on the Number Line 1.5 Operations on Real Numbers 1.6 Laws of Exponents for Real Numbers IB 1.7 Summary
2	Introduction To Euclid’s Geometry	2.1 Introduction 2.2 Euclid’s Definitions, Axioms and Postulates 2.3 Equivalent Versions of Euclid’s Fifth Postulate public 2.4 Summary
3	Lines And Angles	3.1 Introduction 3.2 Basic terms and definitions 3.3 Intersecting Lines and Non-intersecting Lines 3.4 Pairs of Angles 3.5 Parallel lines and a Transversal 3.6 Lines Parallel to the same Line 3.7 Angle Sum Property of a Triangle 3.8 Summary
4	Polynomials	4.1 Introduction to Polynomials 4.2 Polynomials in one variable 4.3 Zeros of a Polynomial 4.4 Remainder Theorem 4.5 Factorisation of Polynomials 4.6 Algebraic Identities 4.7 Summary
5	Triangles	5.1 Introduction 5.2 Congruence of Triangles 5.3 Criteria for Congruence of Triangles 5.4 Some Properties of a Triangles 5.5 Some more Criteria for Congruence of Triangles 5.6 Inequalities of a Triangles 5.7 Summary
6	Constructions	6.1 Introduction 6.2 Basic Constructions 6.3 Some Constructions of Triangles 6.4 Summary
7	Quadrilaterals	7.1 Introduction 7.2 Angles Sum Property of a Quadrilateral 7.3 Types of Quadrilateral 7.4 Properties of a Parallelogram 7.5 Another Condition for a quadrilateral to be a Parallelogram 7.6 The Mid-Point -Theorem 7.7 Summary
	PART-2
8	Heron’s Formula	8.1 Introduction 8.2 Area of a Triangle – By Heron’s Formula 8.3 Applications of Heron’s Formula in finding Areas of a Quadrilateral 8.4 Summary
9	Coordinate Geometry	9.1 Introduction 9.2 Cartesian System 9.3 Plotting a point in a plain if its Coordinates are given 9.4 Summary
10	Linear Equations In Two Variables	10.1 Introduction 10.2 Linear Equations 10.3 Solution of a Linear Equation 10.4 Graph of a Linear Equations in Two Variables 10.5 Equations of a Lines parallel to x-axis and y-axis 10.6 Summary
12	Circles	12.1 Introduction 12.2 Circles and its Related Terms: A Review 12.3 Angle Subtended by a Chord at a Point 12.4 Perpendicular From Centre to a Chord 12.5 Circle through Three Points
13	Surface Area And Volume	13.1 Introduction 13.2 Surface Area of a Cuboid and a Cube 13.3 Surface Area of a Right Circular Cylinder 13.4 Surface Area of a Right Circular Cone 13.5 Surface Area of a Sphere 13.6 Volume of a Cuboid 13.7 Volume of a Cylinder 13.8 Volume of a Right Circular Cone 13.9 Volume of a Sphere 13.10 Summary
14	Statistics	14.1 Introduction 14.2 Collection of Data 14.3 Presentation of Data 14.4 Graphical Representation of Data 14.5 Measure of Central Tendency 14.6 Summary
15	Probability	15.1 Introduction 15.2 Probability – An Experimental Approach 15.3 Summary

Class 9 Karnataka Board Science Syllabus

In class 9 students study definitions of various topics, various physical laws, derivations, numericals and analytics. The syllabus mainly comprises topics like states of matter, atoms and molecules, the fundamental units of life, tissues and their types, diversity in living organisms, motion, gravitation and laws of motion.

Chapter Number	Chapter Name
1	Matter in Our Surroundings
2	Is Matter Around Us Pure
3	Atoms and Molecules
4	Structure of The Atom
5	The Fundamental Unit of Life
6	Tissues
7	Diversity in Living Organisms
8	Motion
9	Force and Laws of Motion
10	Gravitation
11	Work and Energy
12	Sound
13	Why Do We Fall Ill
14	Natural Resources
15	Improvement on Food Resources

Class 9 Karnataka Board Social Science Syllabus

History, geography, and civics are all included in the Social Science curriculum. Students will gain knowledge about our pasts, how society has changed over time, and how the world came to be as it is today. It is advised that the students study for the test and adhere to the syllabus. The Karnataka Board Class 9 Social Science syllabus is provided below:

	PART-1		PART-2
Subject	No.	Chapter Name	No.	Chapter Name
History	1	Christianity And Islam	5	The Moghuls And The Marathas
	2	Medieval India And Political Transition	6	Bhakti Panth
	3	Religious Promoters And Social Reformers	7	Europe In The Middle Ages
	4	Vijayanagar And Bahamani Kingdoms	8	Modern Europe
			9	Revolution And Unification Of Nations
Political Science	1	Our Constitution	4	Judicial System
	2	The Union Government	5	Indian Election System
	3	State Government	6	Defence Of The Nation
			7	National Integration
Sociology	1	Family	3	Social Change
	2	Socialization	4	Community
Geography	1	Our State – Karnataka	6	Mineral Resources
	2	Physiographic Divisions Of Karnataka	7	Transport
	3	Climate, Soil, Natural Vegetation And Animals Of Karnataka	8	Industries Of Karnataka
	4	Water Resources Of Karnataka	9	Major Tourist Centers Of Karnataka
	5	Land Resources Of Karnataka	10	Population Of Karnataka
Economics	1	Natural Resources	3	Poverty And Hunger
	2	Resources Of India	4	Labour And Employment
Business Management	1	Management Of Business	2	Financial Management
			3	Accounting In Business

A comprehensive study plan helps students cover the whole syllabus and understand the concepts properly. It also ensure ample time to do revision and sample question practice. To assist students in learning the concepts easily, we have provided a study plan as below.

Karnataka Board Class 9 Preparation Tips

Students can enhance their academic performance and provide a solid foundation for higher classes by following preparation tips. To succeed academically, one must work on their weakness; yet, this does not mean they should ignore their talents. As a result, we have compiled some insightful study advice for the Karnataka Board 9th exam:

• A detailed and structured study plan is necessary for passing and getting good grades in the Class 9 exam.
• To plan the preparation, one must be aware of their weak and strong points.
• The most important strategy to succeed in exams is to create a timetable that gives equal weight to all subjects.
• Keep any distractions such as phones and laptops that you don’t use to study out of reach while studying.
• Make a list of important points when studying, and use flow charts and diagrams to help you understand the subject.
• Practice previous year’s question papers to get a better understanding of the format of the questions and to help you manage your time during the examination.
• After studying each subject, take regular breaks and refocus.
• Take mock tests and solve practise questions for a more thorough assessment.
• Finish the syllabus one month before the exam so that students get sufficient time to revise.

Karnataka Board Class 9 Detailed Study Plan

Students should be prepared to take the Karnataka Board Class 9 strategy in every way. They should have thoroughly studied all of the subjects, have enough stationery to carry during the exam, and so on. The detailed study plan for students to ace the Karnataka Board Class 9 final exam is provided below. Students can use the plan below as a guideline to develop a strategy that best meets their needs and convenience.

• Preparation of Good Time Table: To attain goodmarks in Class 9 it is essential to control the routine. However, dealing with the complete day isn’t always possible without preparing a timetable. So prepare a planned time table for week days and weekend study.

• Develop Study Habits and Discipline: You now know that getting better marks in Class 9 is not difficult at all. All you have to do now is develop good habits and study habits such as planning your days according to a timetable. The timetable’s pro-tip is to avoid stress and to take regular breaks when studying. You would almost certainly get a good grade in class 9 if you follow all of these habits.

Here are a few more points to remember for Class 9 students.

• To take class 9 exams, a student would require a planned study plan as well as proper guidance.
• It is better to stick to a daily schedule that gives equal weightage to all the subjects.
• Spend at least 6-7 hours per day studying different topics in detail.
• Since Mathematics requires a lot of practice, solve as many sample questions as you can for each topic.
• Take short breaks in between your studies and do some refreshing activities. It will help students relax and refocus better on the next topic.
• Start your day with meditation. Yoga and exercise can help you stay healthy mentally, and physically.
• Take well-balanced meals every day.
• Get proper rest and ensure to sleep for a minimum of 7 hours every day.

Students might be having many questions regarding the Karnataka Board Class 9. Here are a few commonly asked questions and answers.

Q. What is the syllabus of Class 9th Karnataka State Board?

Ans. The Class 9th Karnataka State Board Syllabus contains three languages – Kannada, English, Hindi and core subjects– Mathematics, Science, and Social Science. You can read the syllabus on this website.

Q. What is the full form of KSEEB?

Ans. The full form of KSEEB is Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board. It was established in 1966.

Q. How many formative Assessments are conducted for the 9th Class?

Ans. The Karnataka State Board follows the CCE pattern for classes from 1 to 10. There are four Formative Assessments conducted for class 9.

Q. How many Summative Assessments are being conducted for the academic year 2022-23?

Ans. For the current academic year 2022-23, students in Karnataka’s state board schools will take four formative and one summative exam in classes 1 to 10.

Q. Where can I take mock tests for Karnataka Board Class 9 subjects?

Ans. Students can take mock tests for all subjects of Karnataka Board Class 9 on the Embibe platform. Students can customise the test based on subjects, difficulty level, duration, topics, number of questions, etc.

Below we have compiled listings of various government and private schools in the State to assist them in finding the best school in Karnataka. For more details on admission and other procedures, parents can refer to the table below and the school website.

The complete list of schools in Karnataka can be accessed in the link: Schools in Karnataka. This link populates the block-wise list of schools in the state. Some of the Secondary Schools in Karnataka are provided below.

• Government High School, Adagal
• Government Boys High School, Kodandaramapura
• Government Girls High School, Malleshwaram
• Morarji Desai Residential School (In each taluka of Karnataka)
• Kittur Rani Chennamma Residential School (In each taluka of Karnataka)
• St. Joseph’s Boys High School, Bangalore
• K.G.B.V. School, Jamkhandi
• Government Girls High School, Anekal Town
• Government High School, Badagaon
• Government High School, B Bagewadi
• D.K.Z.P. Government High School, Jokatte
• Government High School, Settlement Betageri – Gadag
• Government High School, Kotagera

In today’s competitive world, exams are one way to bring out students’ knowledge, interests, capacity, and potential. Students must pass a school-wide test to move to the next class. On the basis of Continuous Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE), students are promoted from grade 8 to grade 9. There are a number of national and international competitive tests held each year in addition to this school-level exam. These examinations increase students’ confidence and passion for their studies.

Some of the competitive exams that grade 8, 9 and 10 students can appear are:

1. National Talent Search Examination or NTSE

It is one of the most well-known national competitive examinations for school students and a scholarship programme. The actual objective of NTSE is to find those who have exceptional intellectual potential and academic ability. A full-year cash scholarship is offered to students who pass this two-tiered test.

Subjects: Science, Mathematics, Social Science, Mental Ability and General Awareness

Conducting Body: National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)

2. National Level Science Talent Search Exam or NLSTSE

This diagnostic exam identifies talented children from grades 2 through 12. What distinguishes these tests from others? They present intriguing questions that necessitate critical thinking rather than rote memorisation, as is the case with traditional methods. NSTSE provides a detailed skill-by-skill evaluation, emphasising students’ strengths and weaknesses.

Subjects: Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, General Questions

Conducting Body: Unified Council

3. Indian National Olympiad (INO)

Olympiads are a five-stage process that the Indian government funds financially. The first step of the Indian National Olympiad is the NSE (National Standard Examination), which is held for each topic and is entirely controlled and administered by the Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT). The next four stages, on the other hand, are under the control of HBCSE.

The five stages are:

Stage I: National Standard Examination (NSE)

Stage II: Indian National Olympiad

Stage III: Orientation cum Selection Camp (OCSC)

Stage IV: Pre-departure Training Camp (PDT)

Stage V: Participation in International Olympiad

Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Astronomy and Junior Science

Conducting Body: Jointly conducted by Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT) & Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE)

4. Science Olympiad Foundation

This non-profit organisation, created by well-known academics, scientists, and journalists, organises a competitive test for students from grades I through XII. The foundation conducts several examinations in areas such as Computer Technology (National Cyber Olympiad), Maths (International Maths Olympiad), Science (National Science Olympiad), and English (National English Olympiad) (International English Olympiad).

Subjects: Science, Mathematics, Computer Education, English, Sports and Professional Courses

Conducting Body: Science Olympiad Foundation

5. GeoGenius

Isn’t it odd that many students struggle to locate India on a global map? As a result, GeoGenius has embarked on a mission to stimulate student interest in geography while also increasing public awareness of the topic. Students from classes II through XII are eligible to take these examinations. However, the Geography Olympiad does not qualify you to compete in the International Geography Olympiad, which is organised separately.

6. Kishore Vigyan Protsahan Yojana or KVPY

For students in grades XI and XII, the Department of Science and Technology administers a nationwide competitive test in Basic Sciences. The selected applicants will be eligible for admission to the five-year integrated MS programme at the Indian Institute for Science Education and Research. The program’s objective is to identify students with a natural aptitude for research.

Conducted Body (funded by): Department of Science and Technology of the Government of India

7. Silverzone Olympiads

The Silverzone Foundation is a non-profit organisation committed to increasing academic awareness among Indian and international schoolchildren. It is offered in a variety of disciplines for students from grades I through XII and ensures that they excel not just professionally but also socially. These assessments also encourage problem-solving and creative thinking.

Subject: Computer, Mathematics, Science and English Language

Conducted by: Silverzone Foundation.

8. National Interactive Maths Olympiad or NIMO

This national-level test is for grades V through XII students, and intends to remove students’ arithmetic fears. It evaluates their cognitive and numerical ability. NIMO adds interactive activities like interactive Olympiads, workshops, and lectures to make math more engaging.

Subjects: Math

Conducting Body: Eduheal Foundation

9. National Biotechnology Olympiad or NBO

Students from classes 1 to 12 can access the test for all subjects, which consists of 50 questions for 50 marks. In addition to its annual e-newspapers, schools have hailed it as Biotechnology Activity Books & Workbooks. Its goal is to encourage young people to learn more about biotechnological issues and to increase awareness among them.

Subjects: Biotechnology

Conducting Body: Eduheal Foundation

10. ASSET (Assessment of Scholastic Skills Through Educational Testing)

It’s a skill-based assessment exam that was developed scientifically to eliminate the concept of rote learning. It measures how well students have mastered the underlying school content and is designed for students in grades III through X. These exams are based on the CBSE, ICSE, IGCSE, and major state boards’ curriculums.

Subjects: English, Mathematics and Science (Social Studies and Hindi – Optional)

Conducting Body: Educational Initiatives Pvt. Ltd.