Concept clarity.
Practice for the paper.

2026–27 · 80 theory marks · 180 minutes

• 18 multiple-choice and 2 assertion–reason questions, 1 mark each
• 5 very short answers, 2 marks each
• 6 short answers, 3 marks each
• 4 long answers, 5 marks each
• 3 case studies, 4 marks each; internal choices as stated in the official paper

Explain why the method works before practising it under time limits. Write the main algebraic steps, check signs and units, and draw a labelled figure where needed. Attempt a case study in parts and use the exact Basic, Standard, Mathematics or Applied Mathematics course selected at school.

2026–27 · 80 theory marks · 180 minutes

• 18 multiple-choice and 2 assertion–reason questions, 1 mark each
• 5 very short answers, 2 marks each
• 6 short answers, 3 marks each
• 4 long answers, 5 marks each
• 3 case studies, 4 marks each; internal choices as stated in the official paper

Explain why the method works before practising it under time limits. Write the main algebraic steps, check signs and units, and draw a labelled figure where needed. Attempt a case study in parts and use the exact Basic, Standard, Mathematics or Applied Mathematics course selected at school.

2026–27 · 80 theory marks · 180 minutes

• 39 questions arranged by Biology, Chemistry and Physics
• Multiple-choice, assertion–reason, short and extended answers
• Case and experimental situations; diagram interpretation; some internal choices

Begin with the underlying process, then explain the observation or numerical relationship. Balance equations, keep units in calculations, and label diagrams clearly. Practise drawing conclusions from experiments and evidence. The curriculum distinguishes summative and formative content. Follow the official source for exclusions and assessment status.

2026–27 · 80 theory marks · 180 minutes

• History, Geography, Political Science and Economics: 20 marks each
• Multiple-choice; 2-mark answers up to 40 words; 3-mark answers up to 60 words
• 5-mark answers up to 120 words; 4-mark cases up to 100 words
• 5 marks of map work: History 2 and Geography 3

Build cause-and-effect explanations using precise evidence. Plan one distinct point for each part of a question and observe its word limit. Practise locating and labelling only the prescribed map items. The Age of Industrialisation is periodic-assessment content; Consumer Rights is project work. Some Global World and Globalisation portions are internally assessed; Lifelines is map-only in the board examination.

2026–27 · 80 theory marks · 180 minutes

• 11 questions across Reading, Grammar and Creative Writing, and Literature
• Reading 20 marks; grammar and writing 20; literature 40
• Formal letter and analytical paragraph at approximately 120 words; extract and literature responses

Read for evidence, inference and purpose before writing the answer. Plan the audience, format and word limit before drafting a writing task. Prescribed literature needs separate text-specific preparation; original skill practice is supplementary.

2026–27 · 80 theory marks · 180 minutes

• 12 questions across Reading, Writing, Grammar and Literature
• Reading 22 marks; writing 22; grammar 10; literature 26
• Application, factual description, formal letter and article; extract and literature responses

Read for evidence, inference and purpose before writing the answer. Plan the audience, format and word limit before drafting a writing task. Prescribed literature needs separate text-specific preparation; original skill practice is supplementary.

2026–27 · 80 theory marks · 180 minutes

• अपठित बोध, व्यावहारिक व्याकरण, निर्धारित साहित्य और रचनात्मक लेखन
• वस्तुनिष्ठ और लघु उत्तर; लेखन कार्यों में दिए गए विकल्प और शब्द-सीमा

पाठ में दिए प्रमाण से उत्तर तैयार करें। लेखन का उद्देश्य, प्रारूप और शब्द-सीमा पहले तय करें। निर्धारित साहित्य का अध्ययन इस अभ्यास के साथ अलग से आवश्यक है।

2026–27 · 80 theory marks · 180 minutes

• अपठित बोध, व्यावहारिक व्याकरण, निर्धारित साहित्य और रचनात्मक लेखन
• वस्तुनिष्ठ और लघु उत्तर; लेखन कार्यों में दिए गए विकल्प और शब्द-सीमा

पाठ में दिए प्रमाण से उत्तर तैयार करें। लेखन का उद्देश्य, प्रारूप और शब्द-सीमा पहले तय करें। निर्धारित साहित्य का अध्ययन इस अभ्यास के साथ अलग से आवश्यक है।

2026–27 · 80 theory marks · 180 minutes

• 18 multiple-choice and 2 assertion–reason questions, 1 mark each
• 5 very short answers, 2 marks each
• 6 short answers, 3 marks each
• 4 long answers, 5 marks each
• 3 case studies, 4 marks each; internal choices as stated in the official paper

Explain why the method works before practising it under time limits. Write the main algebraic steps, check signs and units, and draw a labelled figure where needed. Attempt a case study in parts and use the exact Basic, Standard, Mathematics or Applied Mathematics course selected at school.

2026–27 · 80 theory marks · 180 minutes

• 18 multiple-choice and 2 assertion–reason questions, 1 mark each
• 5 very short answers, 2 marks each
• 6 short answers, 3 marks each
• 4 long answers, 5 marks each
• 3 case studies, 4 marks each; internal choices as stated in the official paper

Explain why the method works before practising it under time limits. Write the main algebraic steps, check signs and units, and draw a labelled figure where needed. Attempt a case study in parts and use the exact Basic, Standard, Mathematics or Applied Mathematics course selected at school.

2026–27 · 70 theory marks · 180 minutes

• 33 questions: 12 MCQs and 4 assertion–reason items at 1 mark
• 5 answers at 2 marks; 7 at 3 marks
• 2 case studies at 4 marks; 3 long answers at 5 marks; specified internal choices

Connect the physical model to a labelled sketch before choosing the equation. Show substitutions with units and explain the direction or limiting case.

2026–27 · 70 theory marks · 180 minutes

• 33 questions: 16 MCQs at 1 mark
• 5 very short answers at 2 marks; 7 short answers at 3 marks
• 2 cases at 4 marks; 3 long answers at 5 marks; internal choices

Link a reaction or trend to its chemical reason. Show balanced equations, calculation steps and conditions; use evidence from the case.

2026–27 · 70 theory marks · 180 minutes

• 33 questions: 16 one-mark items including MCQ and assertion–reason
• 5 answers at 2 marks; 7 at 3 marks
• 2 cases at 4 marks; 3 answers at 5 marks; labelled diagrams when needed

Explain each process using correct terms and sequence. Use neat, accurate labels and connect structures to their functions.

2026–27 · 80 theory marks · 180 minutes

• 34 questions; compulsory partnership and company accounting Part A
• Part B choice: financial statement analysis or computerised accounting
• 1-, 3-, 4- and 6-mark questions; specified internal choices

Understand the treatment before placing it in the journal or statement. Show workings and totals, and practise the Part B option selected at school.

2026–27 · 80 theory marks · 180 minutes

• 34 questions with 1-, 3-, 4- and 6-mark tasks
• Concept identification and application to business cases
• 3-mark answers around 50–75 words; 4-mark around 150; 6-mark around 200

Identify the concept using a specific clue from the business case. Explain each requested point and connect it back to the situation.

2026–27 · 80 theory marks · 180 minutes

• Macroeconomics and Indian Economic Development sections
• 20 MCQs at 1 mark; 4 answers at 3 marks; 6 at 4 marks; 4 at 6 marks
• Suggested limits: 60–80, 80–100 and 100–150 words respectively

State the relationship, then use a diagram, data or calculation to explain it. Check definitions, units and the direction of the economic change.

2026–27 · 80 theory marks · 180 minutes

• 34 questions: 21 MCQs at 1 mark; 6 short answers at 3 marks
• 3 long answers at 8 marks; 3 source questions at 4 marks; 5-mark map work
• Short answers 60–80 words; long answers 300–350 words

Build an argument from evidence and keep source inference separate from prior knowledge. Organise extended answers by distinct themes and practise prescribed map items.

2026–27 · 70 theory marks · 180 minutes

• 30 questions: 17 MCQs at 1 mark; 2 sources at 3 marks
• 4 short answers at 3 marks; 5 long answers at 5 marks; two 5-mark map questions
• Short answers 80–100 words; long answers 120–150 words

Explain spatial patterns through causes and data. Use accurate map locations, legends and labelled graphs.

2026–27 · 80 theory marks · 180 minutes

• 30 questions: 12 MCQs; six 2-mark; five 4-mark answers
• Picture, passage and map questions; four 6-mark extended answers
• 2-mark answers 50–60 words; 4-mark 100–120; 6-mark 170–180

Define the concept, analyse the evidence and support a clear conclusion. Read the context of pictures, passages and maps before answering.

2026–27 · 70 theory marks · 180 minutes

• 33 questions: one-mark items; 2-, 3-, 4- and 6-mark answers; cases
• Word limits: 30, 60, 120 and 200 for the extended response levels
• Case sub-questions use 20-word limits for 1 mark and 30 for 2 marks

Distinguish similar concepts, then justify their use with case evidence. Use respectful language and avoid unsupported personal diagnosis.

2026–27 · 80 theory marks · 180 minutes

• 35 questions: 16 MCQs; nine 2-mark; seven 4-mark; three 6-mark answers
• Word limits 30, 80 and 200 for the response levels
• One extended question uses given graphics

Connect a social concept with a concrete example or supplied evidence. Explain relationships between institutions, inequalities and change.

2026–27 · 80 theory marks · 180 minutes

• 13 questions across Reading, Creative Writing and Literature
• Reading 22 marks; creative writing 18; literature 40
• Notice, invitation/reply, letters, article/report; extracts and literature responses

Read for evidence, inference and purpose before writing the answer. Plan the audience, format and word limit before drafting a writing task. Prescribed literature needs separate text-specific preparation; original skill practice is supplementary.

2026–27 · 80 theory marks · 180 minutes

• अपठित बोध, अभिव्यक्ति और माध्यम, तथा निर्धारित साहित्य के तीन खंड
• वस्तुनिष्ठ, लघु और विस्तृत उत्तर; निर्देशित रचनात्मक लेखन
• दिए गए प्रश्न के विकल्प, प्रारूप और शब्द-सीमा का पालन

गद्यांश के प्रमाण से निष्कर्ष बनाएं। लेखन में उद्देश्य, प्रारूप और शब्द-सीमा स्पष्ट रखें। निर्धारित साहित्य की अलग पाठ-आधारित तैयारी करें।