ICSE Class 10 Mathematics Previous Year Question Papers

This page provides class 10 mathematics previous year question papers for ICSE students. You can download all 11 Mathematics exam PDFs directly from the table below. These papers span from 2017 to 2025, giving you real exam questions to practice for your board exams.

Download ICSE Class 10 Mathematics Question Papers PDF

These are the 11 question papers PDFs hosted on icseboard.org for ICSE Class 10 Mathematics, organised by subject. Each section below explains what those papers cover before the download table.

This group contains 11 ICSE Class 10 Mathematics previous year question papers from 2017 to 2025. Each paper is an 80-mark exam split into Section A (40 marks, all compulsory) and Section B (40 marks, attempt four questions). The papers test topics like quadratic equations, matrices, inequations, recurring deposits, and GST, matching a CISCE-aligned textbook syllabus.

What These ICSE Maths Papers Cover Inside

Each paper in the table is an 80-mark exam divided into two sections. The instructions tell you to attempt all questions from Section A (40 marks) and any four questions from Section B (40 marks). The papers test the full Class 10 syllabus, including commercial mathematics, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.

The reference textbook material for this class covers topics like compound interest, Value Added Tax (VAT), and banking (recurring deposit accounts). For example, the compound interest formula is A = P \left(1 + \frac{R}{100}\right)^n. You will see these topics appear repeatedly in the exam papers, especially in Section A.

Exam Pattern and Time Allowed Per Paper

The exam duration is not identical across all years. You must check the specific instructions on the paper you are practicing. Most papers state a reading time of 15 minutes before writing begins.

Notice that the 2025 board papers shifted to a three-hour duration. Earlier papers allowed two and a half hours. Always time your practice according to the year you are solving.

Recurring Topics Across the 2017 to 2025 Papers

Certain question types appear almost every year. Knowing these helps you prioritize your revision.

• Quadratic equations: Asked in 2017, 2020, and 2025. You usually solve using the quadratic formula and round to two decimal places.
• Matrices: Asked in 2018, 2020, 2023, and 2025. Questions involve finding unknown variables in matrix equations or multiplying matrices.
• Inequations: Asked in 2019 and 2023. You must solve the inequation and represent the solution on a real number line.
• Recurring deposits: Asked in 2018 and 2023. You calculate the maturity value using the banking formula.
• GST and VAT: Asked in 2024 and in the textbook chapters. You calculate tax amounts based on marked price and discounts.

Worked Examples for Recurring Questions

Here are two original worked examples based on the recurring question types found in the papers.

Solving a Quadratic Equation

Solve 2x^2 – 7x + 3 = 0 and give your answer correct to two decimal places.

Use the quadratic formula: x = \frac{-b \pm \sqrt{b^2 – 4ac}}{2a}

Here, a = 2, b = -7, and c = 3.

Calculate the discriminant: b^2 – 4ac = (-7)^2 – 4(2)(3) = 49 – 24 = 25

Find the roots: x = \frac{7 \pm \sqrt{25}}{4} = \frac{7 \pm 5}{4}

The two values are x = 3 and x = 0.5.

Calculating Recurring Deposit Maturity Value

A student deposits ₹500 per month for 2 years at 10% per annum. Find the maturity value.

Use the recurring deposit interest formula: SI = P \times \frac{n(n+1)}{2} \times \frac{r}{12 \times 100}

Here, P = 500, n = 24 months, and r = 10.

Calculate the equivalent principal for interest: 500 \times \frac{24 \times 25}{2} = 500 \times 300 = 150000

Calculate the interest earned: 150000 \times \frac{10}{1200} = 1250

Total maturity value = Total deposited + Interest = (500 × 24) + 1250 = 12000 + 1250 = ₹13,250.

How to Use These Papers for Exam Preparation

Downloading the papers is only the first step. You need a strategy to get the most out of them. You can find more resources on our main ICSE Class 10 page and our Class 10 books listing.

1. Start with the latest paper: Begin with the 2024 or 2025 paper to understand the current format, especially the three-hour time limit.
2. Time yourself strictly: Allocate exactly 15 minutes for reading and the remaining time for writing, just like the real exam.
3. Show all rough work: The instructions explicitly state that omission of essential working will result in loss of marks. Do not skip steps.
4. Identify weak topics: After solving a paper, check which questions you could not answer. Revise those chapters from your textbook before trying the next paper.

Common Mistakes Students Make While Studying

Students lose marks on these papers for avoidable reasons. Watch out for these errors.

• Skipping the number line: Inequation questions ask you to represent the solution on a real number line. Forgetting this step loses easy marks.
• Not rounding answers: Quadratic equation questions often demand answers correct to two decimal places. Writing the exact surd form loses marks.
• Ignoring the reading time: The first 15 minutes are for reading only. Use this time to choose your four Section B questions wisely.
• Incorrect GST calculation: Remember that intra-state sales split GST equally into CGST and SGST. Check the official CISCE website for syllabus updates.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many papers can I download here?

You can download all 11 Mathematics papers listed in the table. They cover the years 2017 to 2025, including multiple papers for 2023 and 2025.

Are these papers solved?

No, this page hosts the question papers and guidance, not solution sets. You must solve them yourself using the worked examples and textbook material provided on this page as reference.

What is the passing mark for ICSE Class 10 Maths?

The paper is scored out of 80 marks. You should check the current CISCE passing criteria, as the board sets the official requirement each year.

Why do the 2025 papers have a different time limit?

The 2025 papers state a time allowed of three hours, while earlier papers like 2017 to 2024 allowed two and a half hours. Always read the instructions on your specific paper.

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