Maths is a subject that needs a lot of practice, memorisation of formulas and a clear understanding of concepts. It is a scoring subject for students of Class 10 if they practice it regularly. The CBSE syllabus for Class 10 Maths for the academic year 2021-2022 includes topics such as number systems, algebra, coordinate geometry, etc. All the units mentioned in the CBSE 10th Maths syllabus is important because the final question paper is prepared as per the syllabus. It also provides information about marks weightage, practicals, assignments, projects, etc.
CBSE has restored the Class 10 Syllabus for the 2021-22 academic year, which was reduced to 30% in 2020-21. Students of the CBSE Board can access the CBSE Syllabus for Class 10 Maths provided below.
CBSE Class 10 Maths Syllabus for Academic Year 2021-22 (Basic and Standard)
The board has released the CBSE Class 10 Syllabus for the academic year 2021-22.Students can download the Mathematics syllabus pdf of Class 10 Maths from the link below.
After downloading the CBSE 10th Maths syllabus, students must print it out and paste it into the study room. It will help them in keeping track of what topics they have covered till now.
CBSE Class 10 Maths Course Structure 2021-22 with Marking Scheme
As students can see in the table below, the CBSE 10th maths syllabus is divided into 7 units. The marks weightage for each unit is also indicated in the table.
| Units | Unit Name | Marks |
| I | Number Systems | 06 |
| Ii | Algebra | 20 |
| Iii | Coordinate Geometry | 06 |
| Iv | Geometry | 15 |
| V | Trigonometry | 12 |
| Vi | Mensuration | 10 |
| Vii | Statistics and Probability | 11 |
| Total | 80 |
Students can have a look at the CBSE Class 10 Maths question paper design below.
CBSE 10th Maths Standard Question Paper Design 2021-22
| Topology of Questions | Total Marks | % Weightage (Approx.) |
| Remembering: Exhibit memory of previously learned material by recalling facts, terms, basic concepts, and answers. Understanding: Demonstrate understanding of facts and ideas by organizing, comparing, translating, interpreting, giving descriptions, and stating main ideas. | 43 | 54 |
| Applying: Solve problems to new situations by applying acquired knowledge, facts, techniques and rules in a different way. | 19 | 24 |
| Analysing: Examine and break information into parts by identifying motives or causes. Make inferences and find evidence to support generalizations. Evaluating: Present and defend opinions by making judgments about information, validity of ideas, or quality of work based on a set of criteria. Creating: Compile information together in a different way by combining elements in a new pattern or proposing alternative solutions. | 18 | 22 |
| Total | 80 | 100 |
CBSE Class 10 Mathematics Basic Question Paper Design 2021-22
| Topology of Questions | Total Marks | % Weightage (Approx.) |
| Remembering: Exhibit memory of previously learned material by recalling facts, terms, basic concepts, and answers. Understanding: Demonstrate understanding of facts and ideas by organizing, comparing, translating, interpreting, giving descriptions, and stating main ideas. | 60 | 75 |
| Applying: Solve problems to new situations by applying acquired knowledge, facts, techniques and rules in a different way. | 12 | 15 |
| Analysing: Examine and break information into parts by identifying motives or causes. Make inferences and find evidence to support generalizations. Evaluating: Present and defend opinions by making judgments about information, validity of ideas, or quality of work based on a set of criteria. Creating: Compile information together in a different way by combining elements in a new pattern or proposing alternative solutions. | 8 | 10 |
| Total | 80 | 100 |
CBSE Class 10 Maths Internal Assessment Process
Here is the marking scheme of Maths Class 10 internal assessment exam.
| Internal Assessment | Marks |
| Pen Paper Test and Multiple Assessment (5+5) | 10 |
| Portfolio | 05 |
| Lab Practical | 05 |
| Total | 20 |
