Hindustani Music — Syllabus & Chapters

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

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Introduction to Hindustani Music
Chapter 2: Swar and Saptak: The Basic Notes
Chapter 3: Raga: Structure, Arohana and Avarohana
Chapter 4: Tala: Theka, Matras, and Common Tala Forms

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in Hindustani Music?

The Hindustani Music syllabus has 4 chapters, listed in full above. Cover the high-weightage chapters first using the exam pattern as a guide.

How do I know which Hindustani Music 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 Hindustani Music 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 Karnataka Board portal rather than relying on an older copy or a social-media list.