Federal (FBISE) · Last checked 30 October 2026
10th Class Mathematics pairing scheme 2026
75 marks · 3 hours · 15 MCQs, 9 short questions, 3 long questions.
Partly estimated; confirm with your board
Question wise paper pattern
| Question | Type | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Section A | MCQs | 15 MCQs, 1 mark each (15 marks). |
| Section B | Short questions | Attempt any 9 of 12, 4 marks each (36 marks). |
| Section C | Long questions | Attempt any 3 of 5, 8 marks each (24 marks). |
Marks summary
| Section | Given | Attempt | Marks each | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCQs | 15 | 15 | 1 | 15 |
| Short questions | 12 | 9 | 4 | 36 |
| Long questions | 5 | 3 | 8 | 24 |
| Total | 75 |
Notes and sources
- Class 10 keeps the old pattern until the First Annual Exam 2028.
- We could not confirm this split from a current official paper. Check the FBISE model paper.
Sources: Nabeel Academy: FBISE new paper pattern, 50% MCQs · FBISE model papers (official)
Punjab boards do not publish pairing schemes as text, and published schemes can disagree. Confirm with your board notification before the exam.
Practice paper formats
| Paper | Pattern | Marks | Time | Free paper |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chapter test | 10 MCQs, 6 short questions, 2 long questions | 30 | 40 minutes | Open |
| Quarter book | 12 MCQs, 8 short questions, 3 long questions | 40 | 1 hour | Open |
| Half book (board pattern) | 15 MCQs, 9 short questions, 3 long questions | 75 | 3 hours | Open |
| Full book (board pattern) | 15 MCQs, 9 short questions, 3 long questions | 75 | 3 hours | Open |
Mathematics chapters
- 01. Complex Numbers
- 02. Quadratic Equations
- 03. Matrices and Determinants
- 04. Linear and Quadratic Inequalities
- 05. Algebraic Fractions
- 06. Functions and Graphs
- 07. Vectors in Plane
- 08. Application of Trigonometry
- 09. Chord and Arcs of a Circle
- 10. Tangents and Angles of a Circle
- 11. Practical Geometry of Circles
- 12. Basic Statistics
Questions teachers ask
What is the 10th Class Mathematics paper scheme?
Federal (FBISE): 75 marks: 15 MCQs, 9 short questions, 3 long questions. Time: 3 hours. Confirm with your board notification before the exam.
How many MCQs are in the 10th Class Mathematics paper?
15 MCQs, 1 mark each.
Is there a smart syllabus for 10th Class Mathematics?
Check the FBISE website for any syllabus changes.
Is there a free 10th Class Mathematics board pattern paper?
Yes. Open the board pattern paper on this page. It follows this scheme and skips deleted chapters.