Class 10 Maths Chapter-wise Notes & Formulas

Master all 14 rationalised chapters for the CBSE Class 10 Board Exam (2026–27). Complete with topic-wise notes, golden formulas, step-by-step theorem proofs, examiner pitfalls, and 4-mark competency case studies.

14 Complete Chapters
80-Mark Official Blueprint
100% Latest CBSE Syllabus
Interactive Self-Paced Tools

Board Exam Overview & Curriculum Alignment

Every note on SJMaths is designed specifically for board exam scoring: focusing on the rationalised NCERT syllabus (deleting outdated topics), emphasizing compulsory proofs (BPT, Tangents, Irrationality), and preparing students for the 50% competency-based questions mandated by CBSE.

CBSE 80-Mark Unit Weightage (2026–27)

80 Marks Theory + 20 Marks Internal = 100 Total
Unit I: Number Sys. 06 M
Unit II: Algebra 20 M
Unit III: Coord. Geo. 06 M
Unit IV: Geometry 15 M
Unit V: Trigonometry 12 M
Unit VI: Mensuration 10 M
Unit VII: Stat & Prob 11 M
Unit I • Number Systems 6 Marks
01

Real Numbers

Fundamental Theorem of Arithmetic, HCF & LCM properties, and formal contradiction proofs of irrationality.

Fundamental Theorem of Arithmetic HCF × LCM = a × b Proof of Irrationality Case Study Question
Unit II • Algebra 4–5 Marks
02

Polynomials

Geometrical meaning of zeroes, zeroes-coefficients relationships, forming quadratics, and symmetric expressions.

Zeroes of Polynomial α + β = -b/a αβ = c/a Parabola Graph Zeros
Unit II • Algebra 5–6 Marks
03

Pair of Linear Equations

Consistency conditions, Graphical Method, Substitution & Elimination algebraic methods, and upstream/downstream word problems.

Consistency Conditions Substitution Method Elimination Method Boat Upstream/Downstream
Unit II • Algebra 5–6 Marks
04

Quadratic Equations

Standard form $ax^2+bx+c=0$, factorisation with roots, quadratic formula, discriminant $D=b^2-4ac$, and equal root parameter problems.

Quadratic Formula Discriminant D = b² - 4ac Nature of Roots Equal Roots (k-value)
Unit II • Algebra 4–6 Marks
05

Arithmetic Progressions

General term $a_n = a + (n-1)d$, sum of $n$ terms $S_n$, relation $a_n = S_n - S_{n-1}$, and board real-life word problems.

nth Term: a + (n-1)d Sum: n/2[2a + (n-1)d] Term from End: l - (n-1)d Case Study Problem
Unit IV • Geometry 7–9 Marks
06

Triangles

Compulsory Basic Proportionality Theorem (BPT) full proof, Converse of BPT, and similarity criteria (AA, SSS, SAS).

BPT Theorem 6.1 Proof Converse of BPT AA, SAS, SSS Criteria 5-Mark Long Answer Proof
Unit III • Coordinate Geo. 6 Marks
07

Coordinate Geometry

Distance Formula, Collinearity, Section Formula for internal division, Midpoint formula, and types of geometric shapes.

Distance Formula Section Formula (m1:m2) Midpoint Formula Collinearity Test
Unit V • Trigonometry 7–8 Marks
08

Intro to Trigonometry

Trigonometric ratios, values table ($0^\circ$ to $90^\circ$), fundamental identities ($\sin^2\theta+\cos^2\theta=1$), and step-by-step proofs.

T-Ratios (PBP/HHB) Standard Angles Table Pythagorean Identities Identity Proof Strategies
Unit V • Trigonometry 4–5 Marks
09

Heights & Distances

Line of sight, Angle of Elevation and Depression, single & two-triangle geometric formulations for towers, hills, and balloons.

Angle of Elevation Angle of Depression Two-Triangle Scenarios High-Frequency Case Study
Unit IV • Geometry 6–8 Marks
10

Circles

Theorem 10.1 (Radius $\perp$ Tangent), Theorem 10.2 (Lengths of Tangents from External Point are equal) with full board proof and standard riders.

Theorem 10.1 (Radius ⊥ Tangent) Theorem 10.2 Full Proof Circumscribed Quadrilateral In-Circle in Right Triangle
Unit VI • Mensuration 4–5 Marks
11

Areas Related to Circles

Perimeter and area of circle, area of sector, arc length, area of minor/major segment ($\theta = 60^\circ, 90^\circ, 120^\circ$), and clock problems.

Sector Area: (θ/360)πr² Arc Length: (θ/360)2πr Segment Area Formula Clock Minute Hand Problems
Unit VI • Mensuration 5–6 Marks
12

Surface Areas & Volumes

Surface areas and volumes of combinations of solids (cone on hemisphere, cylinder with hemispheres, tent), and TSA vs Volume rules.

Combination of Solids TSA vs CSA Interface Trap Cylinder, Cone, Hemisphere Word Problems & Models
Unit VII • Stat & Prob 6–7 Marks
13

Statistics

Mean (Direct & Assumed Mean Method), Mode and Median of grouped data, finding missing frequencies ($x$ and $y$), and empirical formula.

Direct & Assumed Mean Mode of Grouped Data Median with Cumulative Freq Mode = 3 Median - 2 Mean
Unit VII • Stat & Prob 4–5 Marks
14

Probability

Classical probability definition, impossible vs sure events, complete 52-card deck distribution, 2-dice 36 outcome grid, and leap year problems.

P(E) = n(E) / n(S) 52-Playing Card Breakdown 2 Dice Outcomes Grid (36) Leap Year vs Ordinary Year

CBSE Class 10 Maths Board Paper Pattern (2026–27)

Total: 80 Marks • 3 Hours

The CBSE Class 10 Mathematics paper (both Standard and Basic) consists of 38 compulsory questions divided across 5 sections. 50% of the entire paper tests higher-order thinking, application, and competency:

Section A: MCQs

20 Questions × 1 Mark = 20 Marks
18 multiple-choice questions + 2 Assertion-Reasoning questions. Quick formula & property tests.

Section B: VSA

5 Questions × 2 Marks = 10 Marks
Very short answer problems requiring 2–3 precise steps (HCF/LCM, quadratic discriminant, basic trigonometry).

Section C: SA

6 Questions × 3 Marks = 18 Marks
Short answer problems (proving irrationality, solving simultaneous equations, AP sums, circle riders).

Section D: LA

4 Questions × 5 Marks = 20 Marks
Long answer questions with compulsory theorems (BPT Theorem, Heights & Distances, Surface Area combinations).

Section E: Case Study

3 Questions × 4 Marks = 12 Marks
Competency-based scenario questions with sub-parts of 1M, 1M, and 2M. Crucial for scoring 80/80.

Deleted Syllabus Alert: What NOT to Study

Under the latest rationalised curriculum, do NOT waste time preparing: Euclid's Division Lemma (Ch 1), Division Algorithm for Polynomials (Ch 2), Cross-Multiplication Method (Ch 3), Completing the Square (Ch 4), Area of Similar Triangles & Pythagoras Theorem Proofs (Ch 6), Area of Triangle via Coordinates (Ch 7), Complementary Angles Ratios (Ch 8), Frustum of a Cone & Conversion of Solids (Ch 12), and Step-Deviation / Ogive Graphs (Ch 13).

Frequently Asked Questions: Class 10 Maths Notes

Are these notes sufficient for scoring 95+ in Class 10 Maths?

Yes. These notes summarize all definitions, NCERT theorems, golden formulas, examiner tips, and common traps. Pair these notes with our NCERT Solutions and Chapter-wise PYQs to guarantee top scores.

How should I prepare theorems for the board exam?

Write down the statement, Given, To Prove, Construction, and Proof with clear geometric diagrams. Practice the Basic Proportionality Theorem (Chapter 6) and Tangent Theorem 10.2 (Chapter 10) repeatedly until you can write them flawlessly without hesitation.

How are Case Study questions structured in the board examination?

Section E contains 3 case-based questions worth 4 marks each (12 marks total). Each case study presents a real-world scenario (e.g. GPS coordinates, architectural heights, sports parabolic paths) followed by three sub-questions: two 1-mark questions and one 2-mark question (with internal choice).