Drawing — Syllabus & Chapters

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

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Elements of Art
Chapter 2: Principles of Design
Chapter 3: Observational Drawing
Chapter 4: Line, Shape and Contour
Chapter 5: Tonal Value and Shading
Chapter 6: Perspective and Space
Chapter 7: Graphite, Charcoal and Ink Techniques
Chapter 8: Color Theory for Drawing
Chapter 9: Rendering and Texturing Techniques
Chapter 10: Still Life and Natural Forms
Chapter 11: Figure Drawing and Portrait Studies
Chapter 12: Landscape and Composition

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in Drawing?

The Drawing syllabus has 12 chapters, listed in full above. Cover the high-weightage chapters first using the exam pattern as a guide.

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