The CBSE Class 10 Mathematics exam for 2025 concluded today closely followed the CBSE sample papers, ensuring familiarity for well-prepared students. Those who had thoroughly studied the NCERT textbook and practised previous years’ question papers found the exam largely manageable.

CBSE Class 10 Mathematics Exam 2025: Question paper structure

● Section A: Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) – 20 Marks

● Section B: Very Short Answer (VSA) – 10 Marks

● Section C: Short Answer (SA) – 18 Marks

● Section D: Long Answer (LA) – 20 Marks

● Section E: Case-Based Questions (CBQ) – 12 Marks

Paper difficulty and key observations

Overall, the paper was of moderate difficulty, with a mix of direct formula-based and conceptual application questions. While most MCQs were very easy, one of the sets was slightly lengthy, requiring additional time to solve. Case-based questions were also lengthy, demanding careful reading and logical interpretation.

Key Highlights from the paper

● Number-Based Concepts: The exam featured proof-based questions that tested the concept of irrationality. Problems on LCM and HCF were also included, ensuring students understood fundamental number properties.

● Algebra: Questions on finding the zeroes of polynomials were straightforward. Word problems in quadratic equations were easy, making this a scoring section. However, word problems from linear equations were comparatively more challenging.

● Geometry & Coordinate Geometry: Some geometry-based problems were tricky, especially those involving triangles and their properties. The concept of the length of a median was tested. Coordinate geometry questions were relatively easy and mostly formula-based.

● Trigonometry & Applications: The trigonometric identity-based questions were directly from NCERT, making them simple. Application-based trigonometry questions were also easy and required only basic understanding.

● Probability & Statistics: Basic probability questions were asked, which were simple to solve. In statistics, students were required to find the median, which was a direct question from NCERT.

● Circles & Surface Areas & Volumes: Most problems from these sections were manageable, but one question on circles was particularly difficult. Surface area and volume questions were easy but required lengthy calculations.

– By Mohd Sarif Salmani, Academic Manager – OCFP, Malad West Campus, Orchids The International School