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- CBSE Class 10 Maths sample paper 2026-27 has been released.
- Detailed paper structure and marking scheme are all provided to assist studnets in their preparation.
- Solving sample papers boosts exam preparation and confidence.
CBSE Sample Paper 2026-27: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the Class 10th sample paper for Mathematics Standard (041) on its official portal. Students can download the PDF below and practice questions before the Board examinations begin. Solving them will help students get familiar with the question pattern and help them understand the marking scheme ahead of the exam. Meanwhile, the Board has stated that there is no change in exam pattern and question structure for the 2026-27 academic year.
CBSE Maths Sample Paper 2026-27: Paper Structure And Marking Scheme
The paper will have five sections comprising 38 questions. Marks will be allotted based on the type of questions. Here is the detailed marking scheme for your reference:
Section | Question Numbers | Type of Questions | Marks Per Question | Total Questions | Total Marks |
Section A | Q. 1 to 18 Q. 19 & 20 | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Assertion-Reason Based | 1 mark | 20 | 20 |
Section B | Q. 21 to 25 | Very Short Answer (VSA) | 2 marks | 5 | 10 |
Section C | Q. 26 to 31 | Short Answer (SA) | 3 marks | 6 | 18 |
Section D | Q. 32 to 35 | Long Answer (LA) | 5 marks | 4 | 20 |
Section E | Q. 36 to 38 | Case Study-Based | 4 marks | 3 | 12 |
Total | Q. 1 to 38 | — | — | 38 | 80 |
CBSE Class 10 Maths Sample Paper 2026-27: Internal Assessment
The internal assessment will be for 20 marks. It is further divided into:
Periodic Test and Multiple Assessments: 10 marks
Portfolio: 5 marks
Lab Practical: 5 marks
Why Solve CBSE Sample Papers?
Here are some of the benefits of solving sample papers before the exam.
1. Practising questions from the sample papers will help students to get acquainted with the distinct types of questions asked in the examination.
2. The Board examination is held for a duration of 3 hours. By solving sample papers with a timer, students will learn how to manage time across all sections and ensure they complete the paper in time in the Board examination.
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3. Practising sample papers before the Board exams will guide students towards topics and sections they are struggling with. This helps you focus your revision on the areas that need the most improvement.
4. Solving sample papers daily will help you get used to the question format and thereby build your confidence and reduce exam anxiety.
