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ICSE Class 9 Half Yearly Tests General Knowledge PDF

Looking for icse class 9 half yearly tests general knowledge material? This page hosts 61 chapter PDFs covering four Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics. These downloads give Class 9 students the chapter-wise study material needed to prepare for half-yearly tests. You can also browse our wider Class 9 resource collection for more subjects.

Half-yearly exams test the first half of your syllabus. The PDFs listed below cover the core chapters from your textbooks, so you can study exactly what your school will test. Use this page to find the chapters you need, download them, and start revising.

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These are the 61 chapter-wise books PDFs hosted on icseboard.org for ICSE Class 9, organised by subject. Each section below explains what those books cover before the download table.

Biology

The Biology PDFs cover chapters on Health Organisations and Waste Generation And Management. They explain how science studies living beings and introduce the basics of public health systems. Students use these chapters to learn waste types, disposal methods, and the roles of health agencies for their half-yearly tests.

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Chapter 18: Health OrganisationsDownload PDF
Chapter 19: Waste Generation And ManagementDownload PDF

Chemistry

The Chemistry PDFs cover 21 chapters on symbols, valency, radicals, compounds, and balancing chemical equations. They include reference charts for formulas, valency, and the Modern Periodic Table. Students use these to practice writing formulas and balancing equations using the hit-and-trial method.

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Additional Charts Reference Important FormulasDownload PDF
Additional Charts Additional Questions NameDownload PDF
Additional Charts Reference Valency ChartDownload PDF
Additional Charts The Modern PeriodicDownload PDF
Additional Charts Definitions Terms AndDownload PDF
Additional Charts Revision Equations PracticeDownload PDF
Additional Charts Select The CorrectDownload PDF
Additional Charts Preparation Of GasesDownload PDF
Additional Charts Important Chemicals AndDownload PDF
Additional Charts Additional Questions GiveDownload PDF
Practical ChemistryDownload PDF
Chapter 1: The Language Of ChemistryDownload PDF
Chapter 2: Study Of Gas LawsDownload PDF
Chapter 3: Elements, Compounds And MixturesDownload PDF
Chapter 4: The Language Of ChemistryDownload PDF
Chapter 5: The Periodic TableDownload PDF
Chapter 6: WaterDownload PDF
Chapter 7: Atomic StructureDownload PDF
Chapter 8: The Periodic TableDownload PDF
Chapter 9: HydrogenDownload PDF
Chapter 10: Atmospheric PollutionDownload PDF

Mathematics

The Mathematics PDFs cover 28 chapters starting with Rational and Irrational Numbers, Compound Interest, Expansions, and Factorisation. They teach how to identify terminating decimals by checking the prime factors of a denominator. Students use the exercise problems in each chapter to build calculation speed for half-yearly exams.

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Chapter 1: Rational And Irrational NumbersDownload PDF
Chapter 2: Compound Interest Without Using FormulaDownload PDF
Chapter 3: Compound Interest Using FormulaDownload PDF
Chapter 4: ExpansionsDownload PDF
Chapter 5: FactorisationDownload PDF
Chapter 6: Framing Of FormulaDownload PDF
Chapter 7: Linear EquationsDownload PDF
Chapter 8: IndicesDownload PDF
Chapter 9: TrianglesDownload PDF
Chapter 10: TrianglesDownload PDF
Chapter 11: InequalitiesDownload PDF
Chapter 12: Mid Point And Its Converse Including Intercept TheDownload PDF
Chapter 13: Pythagoras TheoremDownload PDF
Chapter 14: PolygonsDownload PDF
Chapter 15: QuadrilateralsDownload PDF
Chapter 16: AreaDownload PDF
Chapter 17: CircleDownload PDF
Chapter 18: StatisticsDownload PDF
Chapter 19: Mean And Median Of Ungrouped DataDownload PDF
Chapter 20: Area And Perimeter Of Plane FiguresDownload PDF
Chapter 21: Volume And Surface Area Of SolidsDownload PDF
Chapter 22: Trigonometrical RatiosDownload PDF
Chapter 23: Trigonometrical Ratios Of Standard AnglesDownload PDF
Chapter 24: Solution Of Right TrianglesDownload PDF
Chapter 25: Complementary AnglesDownload PDF
Chapter 26: Co Ordinate GeometryDownload PDF
Chapter 27: Graphical SolutionDownload PDF
Chapter 28: Distance FormulaDownload PDF

Physics

The Physics PDFs cover 10 chapters on Measurements, Motion in One Dimension, Laws of Motion, Pressure in Fluids, and Heat and Energy. They teach SI units, Vernier callipers, and the simple pendulum formula. Students use these chapters to learn correct unit symbols and practice numerical problems for their tests.

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Chapter 1: Measurements And ExperimentationDownload PDF
Chapter 2: Motion In One DimensionDownload PDF
Chapter 3: Laws Of MotionDownload PDF
Chapter 4: Pressure In Fluids And Atmospheric PressureDownload PDF
Chapter 5: Upthrust In Fluids Archimedes Principle And FloaDownload PDF
Chapter 6: Heat And EnergyDownload PDF
Chapter 7: Reflection Of LightDownload PDF
Chapter 8: Propagation Of Sound WavesDownload PDF
Chapter 9: Current ElectricityDownload PDF
Chapter 10: MagnetismDownload PDF

How to use these chapter PDFs for half-yearly revision

Each subject in the table covers a different set of chapters. Here is how to use them for your half-yearly tests:

  • Identify your test syllabus: Check which chapters your school included in the half-yearly portion before downloading.
  • Download by subject: Pick the subject you want to revise and save the chapter PDFs to your device.
  • Make short notes: As you read each PDF, write down key formulas, definitions, and diagrams.
  • Practice the exercises: Solve the textbook questions at the end of each chapter to test your understanding.

For more ICSE study material across all classes, visit our ICSE books PDF page. You can also check the official CISCE website for board updates and syllabus documents.

What each subject covers inside these PDFs

The 61 PDFs span four subjects. Each one teaches different topics that matter for your half-yearly tests.

Biology: Health and the environment

The Biology PDFs focus on Health Organisations and Waste Generation And Management. These chapters explain how science studies living beings and how health systems work. You will learn about waste types, disposal methods, and why managing waste matters for public health.

For these chapters, focus on the definitions and the roles of different health agencies. Diagrams of waste management cycles often appear in tests, so practice drawing and labelling them.

Chemistry: Symbols, valency, and equations

The Chemistry PDFs cover symbols, valency, radicals, and compounds. You will learn how to write chemical formulas and balance equations using the hit-and-trial method. The material also includes reference charts for formulas, valency, and the Modern Periodic Table.

Pay attention to the difference between mono, di, tri, and tetra valent elements. Practice balancing equations with different numbers of reactants and products, since this is a common test area.

Mathematics: Numbers, interest, and algebra

The Mathematics PDFs start with Rational and Irrational Numbers. You will learn how to check if a fraction gives a terminating decimal by looking at the prime factors of its denominator. If the denominator has only 2 or 5 as prime factors, the decimal terminates.

Other chapters cover Compound Interest (with and without formulas), Expansions, Factorisation, and Framing of Formulas. Solve the exercise problems in each PDF to build speed for your half-yearly test.

Physics: Measurements, motion, and forces

The Physics PDFs cover Measurements and Experimentation, Motion in One Dimension, and the Laws of Motion. You will study SI units, Vernier callipers, and the simple pendulum. The material includes the formula T = 2\pi\sqrt{\frac{l}{g}} for the pendulum’s time period.

Other chapters explain Pressure in Fluids, Upthrust and Archimedes’ Principle, and Heat and Energy. Learn the correct SI units and symbols, since examiners check these carefully.

Common mistakes students make while studying these chapters

When preparing for half-yearly tests, students often lose marks on avoidable errors. Here are the common mistakes to avoid:

SubjectCommon mistakeCorrect approach
MathematicsForgetting to check all prime factors of the denominatorFactorise the denominator fully. A fraction terminates only if the prime factors are 2, 5, or both.
ChemistryUnbalanced chemical equationsUse the hit-and-trial method. Count atoms on both sides and adjust coefficients until they match.
PhysicsUsing wrong SI unit symbolsMemorise the correct SI symbols from the syllabus list. Check units before writing any final answer.
BiologySkipping diagrams in waste managementDraw and label the diagrams. Examiners give marks for correct labels, not just the drawing.

Study order for the first term

A study order helps you cover the syllabus without rushing. Follow this sequence for each subject:

  1. Start with theory chapters: Read Biology and Physics chapters first, since they need memorisation and diagram practice.
  2. Move to calculation chapters: Practice Mathematics and Chemistry daily, since these need problem-solving speed.
  3. Revise formulas and charts: Use the Chemistry reference charts and Physics formulas for quick revision.
  4. Solve exercises: Attempt every textbook question in the PDFs to find your weak areas before the test.

You can find more ICSE books and study material on our site to support your revision.

Frequently asked questions about these PDFs

How many PDFs are available on this page?

There are 61 chapter PDFs across four subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics.

Do these PDFs cover the full syllabus or only half-yearly topics?

They cover the full textbook chapters. For your half-yearly test, download only the chapters your school included in the first-term portion.

Are these PDFs enough for half-yearly preparation?

These PDFs give you the chapter material and exercises. Read them, make notes, and solve the questions. If you need more practice, use the additional reference charts included in the Chemistry section.

Can I download all subjects at once?

Yes. You can download the PDFs subject by subject from the table above. Save them to your device so you can study offline.

More ICSE study material on this site

Reference: CISCE-aligned ICSE Class 9 textbook material.

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