📚 CBSE Class 10 Syllabus 2025-26 Key Changes
- Biannual Exams: Board exams conducted twice yearly (Feb & May)
- Dual-Level Science/SS: Standard & Advanced level options
- Competency Focus: 50% application-based questions
- New Skill Electives: Design Thinking, Physical Activity Trainer
📊 Subject-Wise Syllabus
Mathematics (041)
| Unit | Marks | Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Number Systems | 6 | Real Numbers, HCF/LCM |
| Algebra | 20 | Polynomials, Quadratic Equations |
| Coordinate Geometry | 6 | Distance Formula |
| Geometry | 15 | Triangles, Circles |
| Trigonometry | 12 | Heights & Distances |
| Mensuration | 10 | Surface Area, Volume |
| Stats & Probability | 11 | Mean, Probability |
| Total Theory | 80 | |
| Internal Assessment | 20 | Projects, Lab Activities |
Science (086)
| Unit | Marks | Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Substances | 25 | Acids, Metals, Carbon |
| World of Living | 25 | Life Processes, Heredity |
| Natural Phenomena | 12 | Light, Human Eye |
| Effects of Current | 13 | Electricity |
| Natural Resources | 5 | Eco-systems |
| Total Theory | 80 | |
| Practical + IA | 20 | Lab Records |
Social Science (087)
- History: Nationalism (23 marks)
- Geography: Resources, Agriculture (22 marks)
- Polity: Federalism, Political Parties (15 marks)
- Economics: Development, Globalization (15 marks)
- Map Work: 5 marks
📝 Exam Pattern 2025
- Theory: 80 marks
- Internal Assessment: 20 marks
- Periodic Tests: 10 marks
- Notebook Submission: 5 marks
- Subject Enrichment: 5 marks
- Passing Criteria: 33% overall
🔗 Important Links
💡 Preparation Tips
- Focus Areas:
- Math: Algebra, Geometry
- Science: Chemical Reactions, Electricity
- SST: Nationalism, Federalism
- Books: NCERT textbooks + RD Sharma (Math)
- Project Work: Start early for IA marks