CBSE Class 10 Syllabus 2026-27
The CBSE Class 10 Syllabus 2026-27 has been officially released by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on its academic website at cbseacademic.nic.in. This syllabus is applicable for students appearing in the 2027 Board Examinations. The updated curriculum is aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCF-SE) 2023, with a strong focus on competency-based learning, conceptual clarity, real-life applications, and reduced rote memorisation.
Every Class 10 student must thoroughly understand the syllabus before beginning their board exam preparation. It outlines the topics, units, marks distribution, internal assessment structure, and prescribed textbooks for each subject.
Key Highlights of CBSE Class 10 Syllabus 2026-27
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Feature |
Details |
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Board |
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
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Academic Session |
2026-27 |
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Applicable Exam |
2027 Board Examinations |
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Official Website |
cbseacademic.nic.in |
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Theory Marks |
80 Marks |
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Internal Assessment |
20 Marks |
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Total Marks per Subject |
100 Marks |
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Passing Criteria |
33% in each subject (theory + internal assessment separately) |
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Curriculum Framework |
NEP 2020 + NCF-SE 2023 |
CBSE Class 10 Subjects Overview
CBSE Class 10 students study a combination of compulsory core subjects and optional electives. The main scholastic subjects are:
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Subject |
Subject Code |
Levels Available |
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Mathematics |
041 (Standard) / 241 (Basic) |
Two levels |
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Science |
086 |
Single level |
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Social Science |
087 |
Single level |
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English Language & Literature |
184 |
Single level |
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Hindi Course A |
002 |
Two courses |
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Hindi Course B |
085 |
Two courses |
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Sanskrit |
122 |
Single level |
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Computer Applications |
165 |
Optional |
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Information Technology |
402 |
Optional/Vocational |
Subject-Wise Syllabus Breakdown
Mathematics (Standard & Basic)
The Mathematics syllabus is available at two levels — Standard (Code 041) and Basic (Code 241) — allowing students to choose based on their future academic goals. Students opting for Mathematics in Class 11 must appear for Mathematics Standard.
|
Unit |
Topics |
Marks |
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Unit I: Number Systems |
Real Numbers, Fundamental Theorem of Arithmetic, Irrationality proofs |
6 |
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Unit II: Algebra |
Polynomials, Linear Equations, Quadratic Equations, Arithmetic Progressions |
20 |
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Unit III: Coordinate Geometry |
Lines (Cartesian plane), Distance & Section formula |
6 |
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Unit IV: Geometry |
Triangles, Circles, Constructions |
15 |
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Unit V: Trigonometry |
Introduction to Trigonometry, Heights and Distances |
12 |
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Unit VI: Mensuration |
Areas related to Circles, Surface Areas and Volumes |
10 |
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Unit VII: Statistics & Probability |
Statistics, Probability |
11 |
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Theory Total |
80 |
|
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Internal Assessment |
Periodic Tests, Portfolio, Subject Enrichment |
20 |
Science
The Science syllabus is divided across Physics, Chemistry, and Biology units. The theory paper is worth 80 marks and internal assessment (including practicals) is worth 20 marks.
|
Unit |
Topics |
Marks |
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Unit I: Chemical Substances |
Chemical Reactions, Acids/Bases/Salts, Metals and Non-metals, Carbon Compounds |
25 |
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Unit II: World of Living |
Life Processes, Control & Coordination, Reproduction, Heredity & Evolution |
25 |
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Unit III: Natural Phenomena |
Light (Reflection & Refraction), Human Eye |
12 |
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Unit IV: Effects of Current |
Electricity, Magnetic Effects of Current |
13 |
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Unit V: Natural Resources |
Sources of Energy, Environment, Management of Natural Resources |
5 |
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Theory Total |
80 |
|
|
Internal Assessment |
Lab Practicals, Portfolio, Pen-Paper Test |
20 |
Social Science
Social Science covers four disciplines — History, Geography, Political Science (Civics), and Economics.
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Discipline |
Topics |
Marks |
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History |
Nationalism in Europe, Nationalist Movement in Indo-China, Nationalism in India, Age of Industrialisation, Print Culture |
20 |
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Geography |
Resources and Development, Forest and Wildlife, Water Resources, Agriculture, Minerals and Energy Resources, Manufacturing Industries, Lifelines of National Economy |
20 |
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Political Science |
Power Sharing, Federalism, Democracy and Diversity, Gender/Religion/Caste, Popular Struggles and Movements, Political Parties, Outcomes of Democracy, Challenges to Democracy |
20 |
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Economics |
Development, Sectors of the Indian Economy, Money and Credit, Globalisation and the Indian Economy, Consumer Rights |
20 |
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Theory Total |
80 |
|
|
Map Work & Internal Assessment |
20 |
English Language and Literature
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Section |
Topics |
Marks |
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Reading Skills |
Discursive passages, Case-based passages |
20 |
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Writing Skills & Grammar |
Formal letters, Analytical Paragraphs, Grammar exercises |
20 |
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Literature |
First Flight (Prose & Poetry), Footprints Without Feet (Supplementary Reader) |
40 |
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Theory Total |
80 |
|
|
Internal Assessment |
Periodic Tests, Portfolio, Subject Enrichment |
20 |
Prescribed NCERT Books for CBSE Class 10 (2026-27)
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Subject |
Prescribed Textbooks |
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Mathematics |
NCERT Mathematics Class X |
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Science |
NCERT Science Class X, CBSE Laboratory Manual, NCERT Exemplar |
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Social Science |
NCERT History – India and the Contemporary World II; Geography – Contemporary India II; Political Science – Democratic Politics II; Economics – Understanding Economic Development |
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English |
First Flight (NCERT), Footprints Without Feet (NCERT Supplementary Reader) |
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Hindi A |
Kshitij – 2, Kritika – 2 |
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Hindi B |
Sparsh – 2, Sanchayan – 2 |
Internal Assessment Structure (20 Marks)
Internal assessment contributes 20 marks per subject and is conducted by the school throughout the academic year.
|
Component |
Marks |
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Periodic Tests (Best of two tests) |
5 |
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Multiple Assessments (Quizzes, oral tests, etc.) |
5 |
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Portfolio (Student assignments, projects) |
5 |
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Subject Enrichment Activities (Practicals, speaking activities) |
5 |
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Total |
20 |
How to Download CBSE Class 10 Syllabus 2026-27 PDF
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Visit the official CBSE Academic website: cbseacademic.nic.in
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Click on "Curriculum" in the navigation menu
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Select "Secondary Curriculum (IX-X)"
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Choose the subject you need
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Download the syllabus PDF for 2026-27
Preparation Tips Based on the Syllabus
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Start with high-weightage units: In Maths, prioritise Algebra and Geometry. In Science, Chemical Substances and World of Living carry the most marks.
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Follow NCERT strictly: All CBSE board questions are framed from NCERT textbooks. Read every line carefully.
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Track internal assessment: Don't ignore the 20 marks from internal assessment — they can significantly boost your final score.
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Use the syllabus as a checklist: Tick off chapters as you complete them to track progress.
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Practice competency-based questions: The 2027 board paper will have 50% competency-based questions — case studies, source-based questions, and assertion-reasoning types.
For comprehensive chapter-wise practice covering the full CBSE Class 10 Syllabus 2026-27, Oswaal Books offers question banks and sample papers mapped directly to each syllabus unit — a reliable resource to ensure nothing important is missed.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. CBSE has not reduced the syllabus for 2026-27. The full syllabus is applicable for the 2027 board exams.
From the official CBSE Academic website: cbseacademic.nic.in
Yes, the syllabus content is the same, but the difficulty level of exam questions differs.
NCERT textbooks are the primary source. Supplementing with NCERT Exemplar and past year papers is strongly recommended.
