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CBSE Board Syllabus

Class 10 Syllabus — chapter by chapter

The complete CBSE Class 10 board syllabus for Mathematics, Science and Social Science — laid out clearly, with the key topics under each chapter. Tap any chapter to see what it covers.

Subject 01

Mathematics

Fourteen chapters spanning number systems, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, mensuration and statistics.

1. Real Numbers
  • Euclid's Division Lemma
  • Fundamental Theorem of Arithmetic
  • Finding HCF and LCM using prime factorization
  • Irrational numbers and proofs
  • Decimal expansion of rational numbers
2. Polynomials
  • Relationship between zeros and coefficients
  • Division algorithm for polynomials
  • Graph of polynomials
  • Finding zeros of quadratic polynomials
3. Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables
  • Graphical method
  • Substitution method
  • Elimination method
  • Cross multiplication method
4. Quadratic Equations
  • Standard form of quadratic equations
  • Factorization method
  • Completing square method
  • Quadratic formula
  • Nature of roots using discriminant
5. Arithmetic Progressions
  • Understanding sequences
  • General term of AP
  • Sum of n terms
  • Word problems related to AP
6. Triangles
  • Similarity of triangles
  • Basic proportionality theorem
  • Pythagoras theorem and its converse
7. Coordinate Geometry
  • Distance formula
  • Section formula
  • Area of triangle using coordinates
8. Introduction to Trigonometry
  • Trigonometric ratios
  • Trigonometric identities
  • Heights and distances
9. Circles
  • Tangent to a circle
  • Properties of tangents
  • Number of tangents from a point
10. Constructions
  • Division of line segments
  • Construction of tangents
11. Areas Related to Circles
  • Area of sector
  • Area of segment
  • Combination of plane figures
12. Surface Areas and Volumes
  • Cone
  • Cylinder
  • Sphere
  • Hemisphere
  • Frustum of cone
13. Statistics
  • Mean
  • Median
  • Mode
  • Grouped data
  • Graphical representation
14. Probability
  • Classical probability
  • Probability of events
Subject 02

Science

Physics, Chemistry and Biology — taught with clear explanation, diagrams and real-life correlation.

Chemistry

Chemical Reactions and Equations
  • Types of chemical reactions
  • Balancing equations
  • Combination reactions
  • Decomposition reactions
  • Redox reactions
Acids, Bases and Salts
  • pH scale
  • Strength of acids and bases
  • Salts and their properties
  • Common compounds like baking soda and washing soda
Metals and Non-Metals
  • Reactivity series
  • Corrosion and prevention
  • Extraction of metals
Carbon and Its Compounds
  • Covalent bonding
  • Hydrocarbons
  • Functional groups
  • Homologous series
  • Soaps and detergents

Physics

Light — Reflection and Refraction
  • Reflection of light
  • Spherical mirrors
  • Refraction of light
  • Lens formula
  • Magnification
Human Eye and the Colourful World
  • Structure of the eye
  • Defects of vision
  • Scattering of light
Electricity
  • Electric current
  • Ohm's law
  • Resistance
  • Series and parallel circuits
  • Electric power
Magnetic Effects of Electric Current
  • Magnetic field
  • Electromagnetism
  • Electric motor
  • Electric generator

Biology

Life Processes
  • Nutrition
  • Respiration
  • Transportation
  • Excretion
Control and Coordination
  • Nervous system
  • Hormones
  • Plant hormones
How do Organisms Reproduce?
  • Asexual reproduction
  • Sexual reproduction
  • Reproductive health
Heredity and Evolution
  • Mendel's experiments
  • Genetics basics
  • Evolution concepts
Our Environment & Natural Resources
  • Ecosystem
  • Food chains
  • Natural resource management
Subject 03

Social Science

History, Geography, Political Science and Economics — made memorable, not just memorised.

History — India and the Contemporary World II
  • Rise of Nationalism in Europe
  • Nationalism in India
  • Making of the Global World
  • Age of Industrialization
  • Print Culture and the Modern World
Geography — Contemporary India II
  • Resources and Development
  • Forest and Wildlife Resources
  • Water Resources
  • Agriculture
  • Minerals and Energy Resources
  • Manufacturing Industries
Political Science — Democratic Politics II
  • Power Sharing
  • Federalism
  • Political Parties
  • Outcomes of Democracy
Economics — Understanding Economic Development
  • Development
  • Sectors of Indian Economy
  • Money and Credit
  • Globalization
  • Consumer Rights
How We Cover It

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