How to Prepare with NCERT Exemplar for CBSE Class 10 Exam

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May 17, 2025

How to Prepare with NCERT Exemplar for CBSE Class 10 Exam:- CBSE Class 10 Board Exams 2026 are bringing some important changes for students. From the 2025-26 academic year, students will have the option to appear for board exams twice a year, once in February and again in April. This new system aims to reduce exam stress and give students a second chance to improve their scores within the same academic year.

That’s why it’s important to start early and prepare smartly. One helpful way to do this is by using the NCERT Exemplar Class 10 books. These books offer tricky and thought-based questions that really help students understand concepts better. For example, the Exemplar Class 10 Maths book gives you good practice in solving tricky sums, while the NCERT Exemplar Class 10 Science book helps you understand scientific ideas in a clearer way. These books are perfect for getting used to the new exam pattern and scoring well. So, using NCERT Exemplar books along with your main textbooks can truly make your CBSE Class 10 preparation stronger and more effective. Check out the article below to learn How to Prepare with NCERT Exemplar for CBSE Class 10 Exam.

CBSE Class 10 Latest Updates

From 2025-26, CBSE is bringing a new rule for Class 10 board exams. Under this system, students will get two chances to write their board exams, once in February and again in April or May. Whichever score is higher will be counted in the final result. This change is made to help students feel less pressure and do better in exams.

Two Chances: Students can write the exam two times and keep the better score.
Exam Timing: The first exam will happen in February and the second in April or May.
Less Stress: This system is made to reduce exam tension and give students more time and choice.
Based on NEP 2020: The rule follows the National Education Policy that supports less exam pressure.
Internal Marks: Schools will continue with regular internal tests as before.
Same Centres: Students will go to the same exam centre for both attempts.

Check Out: CBSE Class 10th Question Banks

CBSE Class 10 Overview

Check out the CBSE Class 10 Overview below:-

Particulars	Details
Total Marks (per subject)	100 marks
Theory Exam	80 marks (Board exam)
Internal Assessment	20 marks (By school – projects, tests, etc.)
Exam Duration	3 hours per subject
Question Types	MCQs, Very Short, Short, and Long Answer questions
Competency-Based Questions	At least 50% of total questions
Subjects Included	English, Hindi, Maths, Science, Social Science, and others
Two Attempts	February & April/May (best score will be considered)
Passing Marks	33% in each subject (including internal and theory combined)

NCERT Exemplar for CBSE Class 10 Exam

CBSE Class 10 is a very important exam in a student’s life, as it is the first time they appear for such a big and official board exam. To support students in their preparation, PW has brought the NCERT Exemplar Class 10, a perfect practice book to improve problem-solving skills. Whether it’s Exemplar Class 10 Maths or Science Exemplar Class 10, NCERT Exemplar Class 10 books give high-level questions, step-by-step solutions, and video explanations through QR codes. With mind maps for easy revision and previous years’ questions (PYQs) clearly marked, this book helps students focus better and prepare smartly. It’s a great way to get ready for the CBSE Class 10 exam with full confidence. Click the below link to get the NCERT Exemplar for CBSE Class 10 Exam.

How to Prepare with NCERT Exemplar for CBSE Class 10 Exam

CBSE Class 10 exam usually includes four main subjects: Maths, Science, English, and Social Science, along with one optional language like Hindi or Sanskrit. Among these, most students find Maths and Science tougher compared to the other subjects. To score well and build confidence in these subjects, using the NCERT Exemplar Class 10 books is very helpful. These books provide extra practice and improve your problem-solving skills. Check How to Prepare with NCERT Exemplar for CBSE Class 10 Exam

Get a Thorough Idea of the NCERT Official Books

Start by reading your regular NCERT textbooks carefully. These books cover all important topics as per the latest syllabus. The board exam mostly asks questions from these books, so knowing them well is the first step. NCERT books have simple explanations and good examples to make concepts easy.

Use NCERT Exemplar for Extra Practice

After finishing the NCERT textbooks, practice with NCERT Exemplar Class 10 books. These books contain extra questions that are a bit tougher and make you think deeply. For example, Class 10 Maths Exemplar offers more application-based sums, important for scoring well in the 80 theory marks. Similarly, Science Exemplar Class 10 has detailed questions on physics, chemistry, and biology.

Focus on Important Topics and Weightage

Check the latest syllabus and exam pattern to know which topics have more marks.

Subject	Important Topics
Maths	Real Numbers (properties and operations), Polynomials (degree, zeros, and factorisation), Pair of Linear Equations (solving systems), Quadratic Equations (roots and solving), Arithmetic Progressions (finding terms and sums), Triangles (congruence and properties), Coordinate Geometry (distance and midpoint formula), Introduction to Trigonometry (ratios and identities), Circles (tangents and properties), Probability (basic probability concepts)
Science	Chemical Reactions and Equations (types and balancing), Acids, Bases and Salts (properties and uses), Metals and Non-metals (physical and chemical properties), Carbon and its Compounds (hydrocarbons and functional groups), Periodic Classification of Elements (groups and periods), Life Processes (nutrition, respiration, transportation), Control and Coordination (nervous system and hormones), How do Organisms Reproduce? (sexual and asexual reproduction), Heredity and Evolution (inheritance and evolution theory), Light, Sound and Electricity (reflection, refraction, circuits)

Solve Step-by-Step Solutions

One great feature of the ncert exemplar class 10 books is the step-by-step solutions provided for each question. These help you learn the right method without confusion. Follow these carefully, especially in exemplar class 10 maths, where the solving process matters for full marks.

Use Mind Maps for Quick Revision

At the end of every chapter in the exemplar, you will find mind maps that show important points in a simple visual form. These help you revise quickly and remember key facts before exams.

Practice Previous Year Questions (PYQs)

The ncert exemplar class 10 science and maths books also show CBSE Class 10 previous years’ questions. Practising these helps you know the exam pattern and the kind of questions that come again and again. This builds your confidence and speed.

Watch Video Solutions for Difficult Questions

If you find any question tough, scan the QR code in the exemplar book to watch video explanations. These videos explain the solutions in easy steps and help you learn at your own speed. This is very helpful for hard sums in Maths and experiments in Science.

Regular Practice and Revision

Finally, practise regularly. Make a study timetable to solve exemplar questions daily and revise the topics using notes and mind maps. Keep note of your mistakes and work on them so you don’t repeat them in the exam. Regular revision helps you score well in both internal assessments and the final board exams.

Read More: CBSE Class 10 Study Timetable

PW NCERT Exemplar for Class 10 FAQs

What is the NCERT Exemplar for Class 10 by PW?

It is a special book by PW (Physics Wallah) that offers extra practice questions for Class 10 students, based on the CBSE syllabus, designed to help improve understanding and exam preparation.

Why should I use the PW NCERT Exemplar for Class 10?

PW’s Exemplar provides detailed step-by-step solutions, video explanations, and important notes, making it easier to learn difficult topics in Maths and Science.