The type of syllabus followed depends on the educational board or institution. Here are some common categories:

1. School Education:

CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education) – Follows the NCERT syllabus, focusing on conceptual learning.

ICSE (Indian Certificate of Secondary Education) – More detailed and application-based syllabus.

State Boards – Each state has its own syllabus, often different from CBSE/ICSE.

2. Higher Education (College & University):

Engineering & Technology (AICTE-approved colleges) – Follows a syllabus set by AICTE and respective universities.

Medical (NEET-based colleges) – Follows NCERT for entrance exams and NMC-approved syllabi for MBBS/BDS courses.

Commerce & Humanities – Based on UGC and university-specific guidelines.

3. Competitive Exams:

JEE (Engineering), NEET (Medical) – Based on NCERT concepts.

UPSC, SSC, Bank Exams – General Studies, Aptitude, and Subject-Specific Topics.