CBSE 10th Books 2026: Check Best Books for Preparation

CBSE 10th 2026 ( CBSE 10th )

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Anangsha Patra
Updated on Feb 5, 2026 00:09 IST

By Anangsha Patra, Deputy Manager – Editorial

CBSE Class 10 Books 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) follows the NCERT books for all the CBSE 10th subjects. Here, we have provided the books to help candidates in preparing for CBSE Class 10 exams.They must carefully select the best books and resources to clear the exam. CBSE 10th books are great study resource for the test. The best books for CBSE Class 10 Board exams help candidates to create perfect exam strategy. CBSE 10th books 2026 helps student to build a strong foundation in subjects like Maths, Science, Social Science, English, and Hindi. The books prescribed are based on the latest CBSE syllabus 2026 class 10. Read below for more details on CBSE Class 10 books.

 

 

 

Table of contents
  • Download CBSE Class 10th e-Books
  • FAQs on CBSE 10th Books
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Download CBSE Class 10th e-Books

Download the CBSE Class 10 books for different subjects from the table below:

Subject Download book
Mathematics Click here
Science Click Here
Kshitij-1 Click Here
Sparsh Click Here
Sanchayan -2 Click Here
Kritika Click Here
Contemporary India Click Here
Understanding Economic Development Click Here
India & the Contemporary World -2 Click Here
Democratic Politics Click Here
First Flight Click Here
Footprints without feet Click Here
Words & Expressions Click Here

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Q:   Which is the best book for physics for class 10th?
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The top 5 best books for Physics for class 10th are as follow: 1. Physics Class 10 - Part 1 - Lakhmir Singh and Manjit Kaur 2. Science FOR TENTH CLASS PART 1 Physics Lakhmir Singh 3. Chemistry Class 10 - Part 2 - Lakhmir Singh and Manjit Kaur 4. Concise Physics Textbook for CBSE Class 10 - Pradeep Paul and R. Parthasarathy 5. Physics Sanjay Bhavnagar this are the top recommended books by me hope this will help.
Q:   Are all the topics mentioned in the CBSE syllabus there in the NCERT books?
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Yes, all the topics stated in CBSE 10th, 12th syllabus 2026 are covered in NCERT books. Students must refer them and cover them thoroughly before moving on to other reference books. Cover all the questions given at the back of every chapter. Shiksha. Com helps you with NCERT solutions for Chemistry Physics and Mathematics etc. To check the solutions of NCERT 11th Physics and Chemistry click on the links below: https://www.shiksha.com/ncert-solutions-physics-class-11th-preparation https://www.shiksha.com/ncert-solutions-chemistry-class-11th-preparation.

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FAQs on CBSE 10th Books

Students can check below the FAQs related to CBSE 10th Books 2026:

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Q:   Can I finish all preparation for the CBSE 10th examination 2026 if I start now?
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You must go through the CBSE 10th syllabus. It is also necessary to know the pattern. Segregate the chapter and plan your days ahead for covering each topic thoroughly. Get all your doubts cleared by your teachers and peers. Solve CBSE sample papers 2026 to know the kind of questions that have a good chance to get repeated.

Q:   What are the passing marks for CBSE 10th board exams?
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Students need to score at least 33 percent in all subjects and a minimum aggregate of 33 percent in CBSE 10th board exams 2025 in order to clear the examinations. 

The Board has released the CBSE 10th syllabus and marking scheme for all subjects. Students must ensure to complete their syllabus and know the exam pattern well. They must nalso download and solve the CBSE 10th sample papers and previous years' question papers to perform well in the exams. 

Once done with the syllabus and practice, students will be able to clear the 10th board examinations will good percentage.  

Q:   Is CBSE Class 10th Board exam checking strict?
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For Class 10th, it is considered to be strict. However, it is said that the checking done by evaluators is lenient in comparison to the checking done by them in Class 9 in their schools.

So, if u have covered the entire CBSE 10th syllabus and your preparation is on point, then you must not worry about the strict checking. Also, you can click on the link below to check the CBSE 10th important preparation points.

Q:   How can we obtain copy of the Answers Book of CBSE exam Class 10, 12?
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Students may apply for obtaining photocopy of CBSE 10th, 12th answer sheets by filling up a form and paying the fees as per time frame set by the Board.

Q:   How can I prepare for CBSE 10th exams using CBSE date sheet?
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Students appearing for CBSE 10th Board Exam 2026 must understand the strategy to utilize thedate sheet 2026 for preparation. 

  • Prepare a subject-wise list for CBSE Class 10, 12
  • Know your subject-wise strengths and weakness
  • Make Notes for Revision
  • Don't forget to test yourself!
Q:   Where can I download CBSE Class 10 Books?
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You can get CBSE 10th books from the Board's website- cbse.gov.in. The CBSE class 10 books for all subjects can be downloaded from this page too. 

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The Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (GBSHSE) will conduct the Goa SSC exam 2026 from March 13 to April 9, 2026. The Goa board released final Goa Board 10th exam dates 2026 on the official website gbshse.in/.

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Students can apply for the revaluation of HP Board 10th result online. To be eligible for reevaluation, students must have secured at least 20% marks in the subject. The fee for revaluation is INR 1000 and INR 500 for rechecking.

 

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The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad does not release the official answer key for the multiple choice questions asked in the UP Board class 10th exams. However, coaching institutes and online portals provide the answer keys for the UP Board class 10th exam question papers.

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Md Shahzad

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The overall difficulty of the UPMSP class 10th English paper was easy to moderate. The subject experts termed the UP Board class 10 English paper a balanced paper which tested subject knowledge clarity. However, students who read the textbook thoroughly were able to answer all the questions easily b

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Md Shahzad

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The new CBSE 2026 exam format is considered beneficial for students. It aims to reduce the stress of students by allowing them to appear in two board exams. It reduces rote memorisation and focuses on competency based questions. 

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CBSE rarely fails any students who are just one or two marks short of passing. The board employs a grace mark policy. They adjust the marks of students to help them pass the exam.

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Ishita Aggarwal

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CBSE 10th marksheet certificate number comprises 7 to 8 digit alphanumeric code. It is labeled as S No or Serial Number. It is used to verify the authenticity of the certificate.

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CBSE Board Class 10th and 12th results will be announced in May. The result will be announced online. Students can check the same by logging with the required credentials.

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Students can easily clear CBSE 10th board exam 2026. They are advised to learn as per CBSE 10th syllabus. They should make a proper time table and follow it. They should also practice CBSE 10th question papers. They should concentrate more on weaker topics. Making short notes while learning helps fo

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Eery year, the state education board releases the BSEB Matric compartment result in the last week of May. However, at least a day before the final result, the board will announce an exact Bihar Board 10th class compartment result 2026 date and time.

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