CBSE Class 10 maths paper 2025 “easy” for most, students expect above 70 marks

NEW DELHI : Most of the students who took the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 10 mathematics exam 2025 today rated the paper overall easy. A few candidates gave mixed reactions while one examinee found the section C tricky. Majority of the Class 10 students are expecting above 70 marks in the exam. CBSE board exam 2025 live updates .

The central board conducted CBSE Class 10 maths paper 2025 from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. The question paper comprised a total of 38 questions divided into five sections and carried a total of 80 marks.

According to a student named Shrishti, section C was a bit tricky. Section A didn’t have theory-questions and candidates were required to solve all the questions, she said. The student is expecting 60-65 marks in the maths exam.

Expressing joy over the difficulty level of the exam, a student Shaurya Jain said, “I am very happy with it. I feel that the paper was easier than the pre-boards where you had to re-read the questions. It was not lengthy for me. I think set 2 was easier than sets 1 and 3 but I was able to finish it easily and comfortably within two hours and 20 minutes.

Another candidate Vrinda told Careers360, “the exam was good” and many other students had the same reaction.

Two students, who claimed to be friends, said that they will “easily” get more than 70 marks in the exam and rated the paper easy. One of the students prepared for the exam through two YouTube channels.

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According to Karan, Seth Anandram Jaipuria School, Lucknow, "The students were highly satisfied with the overall level of the paper. Both the Standard and Basic versions aligned well with their expectations. However, some students felt that the Standard Mathematics paper was slightly lengthy due to extensive calculations. Additionally, a few tricky questions were included, but students were well-prepared to tackle them. Overall, the paper was well-balanced. Yet again, the Mathematics exam underscored a timeless truth—consistent practice is the only path to mastery in one of the most vital subjects in the Grade 10 curriculum."

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Subject matter expert Latika Kapoor said, "The Maths Set 1 paper is a well-structured challenge that tests deep conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills. It covers a range of question formats, from MCQs to detailed, application-based problems. While the paper is rigorous and comprehensive, it is slightly lengthy, requiring efficient time management to complete all sections effectively.

"Overall, the exam successfully balances depth with breadth, pushing students to not only recall fundamental concepts but also to apply them in varied contexts. Its clear design and diverse question types ensure a robust assessment of mathematical competence, making it a reliable benchmark for standard-level proficiency," she added.