ICSE Class 10 Geography Previous Year Question Papers PDFs

This page hosts 16 class 10 geography previous year question papers for ICSE students. The downloads include the standard H.C.G. Paper 2 and the Thailand H.G.T. Paper 2 from 2023 to 2026. Each paper is an 80-mark, two-hour exam, and the table below gives you direct access to every PDF.

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Download ICSE Class 10 Geography Question Papers PDF

These are the 16 question papers PDFs hosted on icseboard.org for ICSE Class 10 Geography, organised by subject. Each section below explains what those papers cover before the download table.

This group contains 16 ICSE Class 10 Geography previous year question papers from 2023 to 2026. The papers include the standard H.C.G. Paper 2 using Survey of India Map Sheets (G43S7 and G43S10) and the Thailand H.G.T. Paper 2 using an Outline Map of Thailand. Each paper is an 80-mark, two-hour exam with a compulsory 30-mark Part I and a 50-mark Part II.

What the 2023 to 2026 Geography Papers Cover

Every paper in the table follows the same structure. The exam carries 80 marks and allows two hours of writing time. You get a separate 15-minute reading period before the clock starts. The paper splits into two parts.

• Part I (30 marks): Compulsory. Question 1 is a 20-mark multiple-choice section based on a topographic map extract.
• Part II (50 marks): You attempt five questions from this section. Marks for each part are given in brackets.

The standard Indian papers use the Survey of India Map Sheet. The 2023, 2024, and 2026 papers use Sheet No. G43S7. The 2025 paper uses Sheet No. G43S10. The Thailand papers use an Outline Map of Thailand. The Indian papers also supply 20 cm of twine for measuring distances on the map.

Recurring Topics Across the Geography Papers

Certain question types appear year after year. The 20-mark MCQ in Question 1 always tests your map reading skills. You must identify landforms, grid references, and directions from the extract.

Part II questions cover surveying, scale, distance, and direction. You will also answer questions on the geography of India and Thailand, depending on the paper variant.

How to Use These Papers for Exam Preparation

Use these papers to build speed and accuracy. The map reading section rewards practice. You need to quickly find grid references and identify landforms under time pressure.

1. Start with the 2023 paper. Attempt Question 1 without a time limit. Learn how to read four-figure and six-figure grid references.
2. Time your map work. Give yourself 30 minutes for the 20-mark MCQ section. This leaves enough time for Part II.
3. Practice with real twine. The Indian papers supply 20 cm of twine. Use a string to measure curved distances like roads and rivers on the map extract.
4. Check the map sheet number. Match your practice map extract to the sheet number listed on the paper. G43S7 and G43S10 have different features.

When you finish a paper, check your answers against the marking scheme. Each question shows its marks in brackets. A 2-mark question needs a short, precise answer. A 10-mark question needs a labeled diagram or a detailed explanation.

Common Mistakes Students Make in Map Reading

Students lose marks in the topographic map section by making small errors. Here are the most common ones and how to fix them.

• Reversing grid references: The four-figure grid reference lists the easting first, then the northing. Students often swap them. Always read right, then up.
• Overcrowding the map: The paper instructions tell you to use arrows. If you write answers directly on the map, it becomes unreadable. Use arrows to point to features and write the answer key outside the map.
• Ignoring the twine: You cannot measure a curved river with a straight ruler. Use the supplied twine to trace the curve, then measure the twine against the scale.
• Mixing up the map sheets: The 2025 paper uses Sheet G43S10. If you practice only on G43S7, the features will look different in the exam. Practice on both sheets.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many geography papers are available for download?

You can download 16 class 10 geography previous year question papers. They cover the standard H.C.G. Paper 2 and the Thailand H.G.T. Paper 2 from 2023 to 2026.

What is the duration and maximum marks of the ICSE Class 10 Geography paper?

Every paper in this set carries a maximum of 80 marks. The time allowed for writing the answers is two hours. You also get a 15-minute reading period before the exam begins.

What map sheets are supplied with the Indian geography papers?

The 2023, 2024, and 2026 papers supply Survey of India Map Sheet No. G43S7. The 2025 paper supplies Sheet No. G43S10. The papers also include 20 cm of twine for measuring distances.

What is the difference between the H.C.G. and H.G.T. papers?

The H.C.G. Paper 2 is the standard Indian geography exam. It uses Survey of India map sheets. The H.G.T. Paper 2 is the Thailand variant. It uses an Outline Map of Thailand instead of the Indian survey sheet.

Is Part I compulsory in these geography papers?

Yes. Part I is compulsory and carries 30 marks. Question 1 in Part I is a 20-mark multiple-choice section based on a topographic map extract. You must attempt all questions in Part I and five questions from Part II.

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