Kerala SSLC Syllabus 2026: Download Kerala SSLC Board Latest Syllabus PDF

Kerala Board of Public Examinations 10th 2026 ( Kerala SSLC )

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Updated on Feb 1, 2026 17:29 IST

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Kerala SSLC Syllabus 2026: Students preparing for the Kerala SSLC exam 2026 should understand the Kerala SSLC syllabus 2026. The Kerala Board of Public Examinations (KBPE) releases the Kerala SSLC syllabus 2026 on the official website- sslcexam.kerala.gov.in/. All the questions in the SSLC exam 2026 will be asked from the Kerala SSLC syllabus 2026 prescribed by KBPE. Students can find the chapter and topics that they should prepare to ace the Kerala Class 10 board exams. 

Kerala SSLC 2026 syllabus includes subject-wise important topics including Maths, Science, Social Science, English and more. Knowing the complete syllabus helps students in preparing for the board examinations with a better strategy. As per the Kerala SSLC time table 2026, Kerala Board will conduct the Kerala SSLC 2026 exams from March 5 to 30, 2026. There will not be changes in Kerala SSLC syllabus this year. We will update here, if any changes are present.

Latest update:

Kerala SSLC Syllabus 2027 To Be Reduced By 25 per cent; Check Details Here

 

Table of contents
  • Kerala SSLC Syllabus 2027
  • How to download Kerala SSLC syllabus 2026 PDF?
  • KBPE SSLC Syllabus 2026 Kerala Board
  • Kerala SSLC exam pattern 2026
  • FAQs on Kerala SSLC Syllabus 2026
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Kerala SSLC Syllabus 2027

Kerala Education Minister V Sivankutty announced that the Kerala SSLC syllabus will be reduced by 25 per cent from 2027. The Kerala SSLC textbooks published for the year 2027 will have the reduced syllabus. The Kerala SSLC curriculum committee has already approved the reduction. The Kerala SSLC syllabus has been decided to be reduced as students frequently complain about the heavy academic workload. We will soon upload the Kerala SSLC syllabus 2027, once it is out on the official website.

Kerala SSLC Prep Tips

Students are advised to prepare well for the Kerala SSLC exam 2026. They can read the Kerala SSLC preparation tips given here. 

  • Understand the Kerala SSLC syllabus and learn accordingly. 
  • Learn the Kerala 10th text books thoroughly. 
  • Revise regularly so that they will not forget what they have learnt. 
  • Practice old question papers.
  • Make short notes of every chapter.
  • Figure out weaker areas and concentrate more on them.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How to get 100% in Kerala SSLC exam?
A: 

Kerala SSLC valuation is liberal as compared to CBSE. Students can score 100% in Kerala SSLC with proper preparation. They are advised to do regular revision and learn the text books thoroughly. Practicing the previous year question papers will also boost the preparation. Kerala SSLC Model exams will also help to know the pattern of the SSLC exam. Give more importance to repeated questions in previous year question papers. 

Q:   Is there reduction in Kerala SSLC syllabus 2027?
A: 

Kerala Education Minister V Sivankutty has announced that the Kerala SSLC syllabus 2026 will be reduced by 25 per cent from 2027. The Kerala SSLC textbooks published for the year 2027 will have the reduced syllabus. The board will soon publish the reduced Kerala SSLC syllabus 2027.

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How to download Kerala SSLC syllabus 2026 PDF?

Once released, students can download the Kerala syllabus 10th standard 2026 by following the  points below:

  • Students should visit the official website - pareekshabhavan.kerala.gov.in/
  • Click on 'SSLC Examination Syllabus 2026'
  • Choose the 'Subject'. Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan Syllabus 2026 will appear on the screen
  • Take a print out of the Kerala 10th standard syllabus 2026 for further reference

The new syllabus of Kerala SSLC 2026 will contain exam pattern. Kerala SSLC exam pattern 2026 specifies the marking scheme and number of questions asked in the exams to be held as per Kerala SSLC exam 2026. Students are advised to practice the Kerala SSLC sample question papers 2026 to achieve better results.

When is the 10th syllabus Kerala State Board released?

Usually, the Kerala 10th class syllabus is announced on the official website in April/May. If new syllabus is not released online, then the board will follow the same syllabus followed in the previous year. After getting the information about the Kerala SSLC syllabus 2026, students need to be aware about the exam pattern of Kerala class 10th board exams. This can make the student more confident for their SSLC exam.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is the Kerala SSLC syllabus 2026 out?
A: 

It is expected that KBPE will follow the last years' syllabus for 2026. The Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan will release the new SSLC syllabus on the official website, if any addition or reduction is there. Once released, students can download the Kerala SSLC syllabus 2026 from the official website. They can also get the syllabus from their teachers.

Q:   What are the subjects for the Kerala SSLC exam?
A: 
There are ten subjects for the Kerala SSLC exam. The subjects of the Kerala SSLC exam are First language paper 1, First language paper 2, Second language English Third language Hindi/GK, Social Science, Physics Chemistry Biology Mathematics and Information Technology. Total marks for first language paper 1 and first language paper 2 is 50 each. For English total marks is 100. The IT exam is for 50 marks. The Social Science and Mathematics exam is for 100 marks each. Physics Chemistry and Biology is for 50 marks each.
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KBPE SSLC Syllabus 2026 Kerala Board

The following sections consist of the unit-wise and topic-wise SSLC syllabus Kerala board of all the subjects. Candidates should read the complete syllabus and prepare accordingly to ace the exam. 

Kerala SSLC Mathematics syllabus 

Following are the chapters in Kerala SSLC Mathematics syllabus. 

  • Arithmetic Sequences
  • Mathematics of Chance
  • Circles
  • Second Degree Equations
  • Geometry and Algebra
  • Trigonometry
  • Coordinates
  • Polynomials
  • Tangents
  • Solids
  • Statistics

Kerala SSLC syllabus for English

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Preposition

Nouns

Adverbs

Preposition

Articles

Subject and Predicate

Antonyms

Kerala SSLC Science Syllabus 

Following are the chapters in Kerala SSLC Science syllabus. 

Subjects

Topics

Physics

  • Effects of Electric Current
  • Power Transmission and Distribution
  • Electromagnetic Induction
  • Wave Motion
  • Heat
  • Electronics and Modern Technology
  • Colours of Light
  • Energy Management

Chemistry

  • Nomenclature of Organic Compounds
  • Mole Concept
  • Reactivity Series and Electrochemistry
  • Rate of Chemical Reactions and Chemical Equilibrium
  • Production of Metals
  • Chemical Reactions of Organic Compounds
  • Periodic Table and Electronic Configuration
  • Chemistry for Human Progress

Biology

  • Genetics for Future
  • Sensations and Responses
  • Unravelling Genetic Mysteries
  • Keeping Diseases Away
  • Windows of Knowledge
  • Chemical Messages for Homeostasis
  • The Paths Traversed by Life, Soldiers of Defense

Kerala SSLC Syllabus for Social Science

Subjects

Topics

Geography

  • India: The Land of Diversities
  • Seasons and Time
  • Human Resources Development in India
  • Eyes in the Sky and Data Analysis
  • Terrain Analysis through Maps
  • In Search of the Source of Wind
  • Resources Wealth of India

Civics

  • Public Administration
  • Civic Consciousness
  • The State and Political Science

History

  • Revolutions that Influenced the World
  • India After Independence
  • World in the Twentieth Century
  • British Exploitation and Resistance
  • Struggle and Freedom
  • Culture and Nationalism
  • Kerala Towards Modernity

Economics

Public Expenditure and Public Revenue, Consumer: Satisfaction and Protection, Financial Institutions and Services

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is the Kerala SSLC exam difficult to crack?
A: 
The difficulty level of the Kerala SSLC exam is relative and depends from student to student based on their preparation level. It also varies from subject to subject. The exam is not very tough to crack if the student does a thorough and strategic preparation. Through proper planning and preparation, students can easily clear the SSLC exam. Regular revision is very important to score high marks in the Kerala SSLC exam.
Q:   Will there be out of syllabus questions in the Kerala 10th board exam question papers?
A: 

Chances are less for out of syllabus questions in Kerala 10th board exam question papers. Kerala 10th board exams 2025 will be based on 100% Kerala 10th syllabus. If any questions are out of syllabus, students will be awarded the marks for it. 

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Kerala SSLC exam pattern 2026

After knowing the Kerala SSLC syllabus, students need to be aware of the Kerala class 10 exam pattern. The exam pattern will make the students aware of the marking scheme, exam duration, the total number of questions and types of questions asked in the exam. It will help the students to score well in Kerala SSLC result. Students have to score a minimum D plus grade to clear the Kerala SSLC Exam. Those who fail to achieve this have to appear for the SAY (Save A Year) exam. Kerala SSLC marks card does not mention ranks. Instead, it will mention the grades scored for each subject.

Subjects

Total Marks

Duration

First Language Paper 1

50

1.5 hours

First Language Paper 2

50

1.5 hours

Second Language English

100

2.5 hours

Third Language Hindi/General Knowledge

50

1.5 hours

Physics

50

1.5 hours

Chemistry

50

1.5 hours

Biology

50

1.5 hours

Social Science

100

2.5 hours

Mathematics

100

2.5 hours


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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Where can I find the Kerala SSLC exam pattern 2026?
A: 

Kerala SSLC pattern 2026 will be available on the official website. Students can check the official website of the Kerala Board -sslcexam.kerala.gov.in/ in order to download the Kerala 10th exam pattern. However, to get the precise and correct marking scheme contact your respective schools. Kerala SSLC exam pattern 2026 will be released along with the SSLC time table 2026. Last year the pattern was released along with the SSLC time table.

Q:   How many subjects are there in the 10th class Kerala syllabus?
A: 

A student can appear for a total of ten subjects in Kerala SSLC exam 2026, which includes 3 language subjects and 3 non-language subjects: Science, Mathematics, and Social Science. For the first language, there are two papers, part 1 and part 2. The board will conduct three papers for Science subjects: Physics Chemistry and Biology. Students have to attend the practical exam for Information Technology.

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FAQs on Kerala SSLC Syllabus 2026

Check FAQs on Kerala SSLC syllabus below.

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Q:   What are the passing marks for Kerala SSLC examination?
A: 

Students need to get D+ grade in the Kerala SSLC exam in every subject to clear the Kerala SSLC exam. Those who fail in the SSLC exam can appear for the supplementary exam. The Kerala board will announce the dates of the SSLC supplementary exam soon after SSLC result. It is expected that the supplementary/improvement exam will be conducted in June 2026.

Q:   What are the total marks of the Kerala SSLC exam?
A: 

Total marks for Kerala SSLC exam is 650 marks. Marks allotted for written exam, is 480, internal assessment is 130 marks and 40 marks for IT exam. Those who score 90-100% are awarded with grade A+. If percentage is 80-89, they are given A grade. B+ is given to those scoring 70-79 %. If percentage is 60-69, they are given a B grade.

Q:   Is there any negative marking in Kerala 10th exams 2026?
A: 

No, there is no negative marking in Kerala 10th exams 2026. The board will not deduct any marks for incorrect answers in the Kerala SSLC exams 2026. The Kerala SSLC exam 2026 will be conducted in pen and paper mode. The question paper will have MCQs, short answer questions, long answer questions, fill in the blanks, etc. Students have to know the pattern of the exam and prepare accordingly.

Q:   Are there choices in Kerala SSLC question paper?
A: 

Yes, there are choices in Kerala SSLC question paper. Students will get choice in all sections. They are advised to read the question paper carefully and select the questions wisely. 

Q:   How and where can I get Kerala SSLC question papers of previous years?
A: 

Students can easily download the Kerala 10th previous year question papers from our question paper page. Kerala 10th question papers are provided in PDF format for free. 

Q:   Will Kerala Board release the exam pattern along with the Kerala SSLC exam dates?
A: 

Yes, Kerala Board releases the exam pattern along with the Kerala SSLC exam dates. It also mentions the grading scheme. The Kerala SSLC time table 2026 notification will be released on the official website. It mention exam fees, general instructions, total marks, etc. Students can download the Kerala SSLC time table 2026 by visiting -sslcexam.kerala.gov.in/.

Q:   What is the grading scheme of the Kerala SSLC exam?
A: 

To get A+ in Kerala SSLC exam, students should get percentage between 90 and 100. Grade position for those students is Outstanding. Percentage between 80-89 is considered as A grade. B+ grade is awarded to those scoring between 70-79 percentage. 60-69 percentage is considered as B grade. 50-59 percentage is considered as C+ grade. 40-49 percentage is considered as C grade. 30-39 percentage is considered as D+ grade. 20-29 percentage is considered as D grade. Less than 20 percent is given E grade.

Q:   When will be the Kerala SSLC SAY exam 2026 held?
A: 

The Kerala SSLC SAY (Save a Year) exams 2026 will be conducted by end of May 2026. The Kerala board will announce the date of the Supplementary exams 2026 for Kerala SSLC after the announcement of the SSLC result 2026. Those who failed in the Kerala SSLC exam can appear for the supplementary exam. They have to submit the application for the supplementary exam. 

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Kerala Education Minister V Sivankutty has announced that the Kerala SSLC syllabus 2026 will be reduced by 25 per cent from 2027. The Kerala SSLC textbooks published for the year 2027 will have the reduced syllabus. The board will soon publish the reduced Kerala SSLC syllabus 2027.

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