ICSE stands for the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education, which is an examination conducted by the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE). ICSE is a national level board exam in India, equivalent to the Class 10th exam conducted by other boards in India.

The ICSE curriculum is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education that includes not only academic subjects, but also extracurricular activities such as sports, art, music, and community service. The ICSE syllabus covers subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Languages (Hindi, French, etc.) and is designed to prepare students for further studies in various streams, such as Science, Commerce, and Arts.

The ICSE exam is conducted annually in February/March and the results are usually declared in May. Students who pass the ICSE exam are awarded the Indian School Certificate (ISC), which is recognized by universities and colleges both in India and abroad.

The ICSE curriculum is designed to provide students with a balanced education that includes a mix of theoretical and practical knowledge. The board has a strong emphasis on English language skills and encourages students to develop their communication skills through various activities.

The ICSE exam is held in two stages, i.e., internal assessment and external examination. The internal assessment carries 20% weightage, and the external examination carries 80% weightage. The board follows the system of continuous evaluation, and students are assessed based on their performance in various tests and assignments throughout the academic year.

The ICSE board follows a nine-point grading system, where the highest grade is A1 and the lowest is E. A student must score a minimum of 35% in each subject and an aggregate of 40% to pass the exam.