CBSE Class 10 Science
CBSE Class 10 Science (subject code 086) has a 3-hour, 80-mark board theory paper and 20 marks of internal assessment, covering chemistry, biology and physics from the NCERT textbook. Our CBSE Class 10 Science course follows the latest NCERT syllabus chapter by chapter: chemical reactions, acids, bases and salts, metals and non-metals, carbon compounds, life processes, control and coordination, reproduction, heredity, light, the human eye, electricity, magnetic effects of current and our environment. The course is taught through recorded lessons you can study at your own pace, and you can book one-to-one sessions with a verified subject teacher, who explains concepts from first principles, solves NCERT and exemplar questions with you, and practises board-pattern questions, sample papers and previous years' questions. Suitable for students in India and at CBSE schools in the Gulf and abroad, with one-to-one sessions available in IST and GST.
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What you will learn
Learning outcomes
- Draw and label ray diagrams for mirrors and lenses
- Balance chemical equations and identify reaction types
- Describe the structure and function of major organ systems
- Explain Mendel's laws and give examples of genetic inheritance
Prerequisites
- CBSE Class 9 Science or equivalent
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Course structure
Syllabus(3 modules)
- Light — reflection & refraction
- Human eye
- Electricity
- Magnetic effects of current
What is CBSE Class 10 Science?
In short: this course gives one-to-one online tutoring for CBSE Class 10 Science. A verified tutor explains every chapter, works through textbook exercises and sample-paper questions step by step, and builds the exam technique you need for the board exam.
CBSE Class 10 Science is the integrated science subject for Class 10 students in schools affiliated to India's Central Board of Secondary Education, combining chemistry, biology and physics. It is assessed by a CBSE board exam, and the NCERT Science textbook is the basis for the syllabus.
This course covers every chapter one to one with a verified science tutor.
For subject-level help, see our physics tutoring and biology tutoring pages, or the ICSE Class 10 Science course if you follow CISCE.
How is CBSE Class 10 Science assessed?
CBSE Class 10 Science follows the CBSE syllabus. Class 10 ends with the board examination, set by CBSE, alongside internal or practical assessment where the subject includes it. Marks, durations and question types can change from year to year, so check the current CBSE curriculum for your exam year. Tutors follow the textbook chapters your school teaches and practise the question styles in recent sample papers.
Which units are in the Class 10 Science syllabus?
| Unit | Chapters (NCERT) |
|---|---|
| Chemical substances: nature and behaviour | Chemical reactions and equations; acids, bases and salts; metals and non-metals; carbon and its compounds |
| World of living | Life processes; control and coordination; how do organisms reproduce?; heredity |
| Natural phenomena | Light: reflection and refraction; the human eye and the colourful world |
| Effects of current | Electricity; magnetic effects of electric current |
| Natural resources | Our environment |
How do you score 95+ in CBSE Class 10 Science?
- Read every NCERT chapter carefully, including diagrams and activities.
- Learn chemical equations and balance them confidently.
- Practise labelled diagrams such as the human heart, the eye and ray diagrams.
- Master numericals in electricity and light.
- Solve CBSE sample papers and previous years' papers under timed conditions.
- Write answers to the point, matching the marks allotted.
What does a worked science question look like?
Here is a typical electricity question: a 12 V battery is connected to a 4 Ω resistor. Find the current and the power.
| Step | Working |
|---|---|
| Current (Ohm's law) | I = V ÷ R = 12 ÷ 4 = 3 A |
| Power | P = V × I = 12 × 3 = 36 W |
Where do students lose marks in CBSE Class 10 Science?
Students most often lose marks through the habits below. Each is easy to fix with regular practice and feedback.
| Mark-loser | What to do instead |
|---|---|
| Units missing | Write units with every answer |
| Unbalanced equations | Balance chemical equations |
| Diagrams unlabelled | Label diagrams neatly |
| Vague answers | Use precise scientific terms |
| Skipping NCERT activities | Understand the activities and their results |
NCERT, sample papers and exam technique
CBSE board questions are based closely on the NCERT textbooks, so tutors work through NCERT text, in-text questions and exercises first, then CBSE sample question papers and previous years' papers. Recent papers include more competency-based questions, such as case-based and assertion-reason questions, and tutors practise these question types specifically.
How the lessons work
Lessons are live and one to one on video with a shared whiteboard, at times that suit students in India and abroad. Your tutor follows the latest CBSE syllabus and your school's schedule. See also ICSE Class 10 Science, CBSE Class 11 Physics and our Chemistry subject page.
CBSE Class 10 Science tuition online: who this course is for, prerequisites and study plan
CBSE Class 10 Science tuition online gives you live 1-to-1 lessons on the NCERT physics, chemistry and biology chapters, with sample paper practice for your 80-mark board theory paper.
This course suits Class 10 CBSE students in India and in CBSE schools abroad, including the Gulf.
Prerequisites: CBSE Class 9 Science or equivalent.
Course length: 52 lessons of 30 minutes across physics, chemistry and biology.
| Stage | Topics | What you can do afterwards |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chemistry | Balance equations and explain acids, metals and carbon compounds |
| 2 | Biology | Explain life processes, control, reproduction and heredity |
| 3 | Physics | Solve light and electricity numericals |
Where it leads: see the CBSE Class 11 Physics course for the next stage, or our CBSE hub.
CBSE Class 10 Science: frequently asked questions
Are there two board exams for Class 10?
From 2026 CBSE offers a main exam and an optional second exam for improvement. Check the latest CBSE circular.
Which book is best for CBSE Class 10 Science?
The NCERT Science textbook is essential; sample papers and previous years' papers are the best practice.
What types of questions are in the paper?
Multiple-choice, assertion-reason, short-answer, long-answer and case-based questions.
Which chapters carry the most weight?
Chemistry and biology units carry the largest share of marks; check the latest CBSE marking scheme.
Do you cover all three sciences?
Yes. Tutors cover chemistry, biology and physics chapters.
Do you use CBSE sample papers?
Yes. Tutors use CBSE sample question papers and previous years' papers.
How much does a CBSE Class 10 Science tutor cost?
The price depends on the tutor and session length. You see the hourly rate before booking, with no subscription.
Can I study online from outside India?
Yes. Lessons are online and scheduled around your time zone.
What does CBSE Class 10 Science cover?
The chapters in the current CBSE syllabus for Class 10; tutors follow the textbook and the order your school teaches.
How should I use the textbook exercises?
Complete every exercise and worked example, then move on to sample papers and previous questions.
How do I score well in Science?
Learn concepts before formulas, practise regularly, show full working and review every mistake.
What is the CBSE Class 10 Science marking scheme?
CBSE Class 10 Science (086) is marked out of 100: an 80-mark, 3-hour theory paper in the board examination and 20 marks of internal assessment by your school, which includes periodic tests and practical or project work. Check the current CBSE curriculum for the exact internal assessment breakdown in your exam year.
Do you help with practicals and projects?
Tutors explain the methods and help you prepare, while your practical and project work stays your own.
Can I get help before school tests?
Yes. Tutors focus lessons on the chapters coming up in your tests.
Where can I find CBSE Class 10 Science sample papers?
CBSE publishes sample question papers and marking schemes for Class 10 Science on its academic website, usually before each exam session. Use them under timed conditions and mark your answers with the marking scheme. Your tutor sets chapter-wise questions first, then full timed papers closer to your board exam.
Do you offer lessons in my time zone?
Yes. Lessons are online, so students in India, the Gulf and elsewhere can book convenient times.
Can I book a single lesson first?
Yes. You can book one session to see if the tutor suits you, with no subscription.
How often should I have lessons?
Weekly lessons suit most students; add extra sessions before exams.
Can my tutor set practice between lessons?
Yes. Tutors can set questions and go through them in the next session.
Can I change tutor?
Yes. If a tutor isn't the right fit, you can choose another.
Can I take CBSE Class 10 Science tuition online?
Yes. You can take CBSE Class 10 Science tuition online through live 1-to-1 video lessons from India or abroad. Your tutor follows NCERT and your school schedule, explains each chapter, practises numericals and diagrams, and works through sample papers before your board exam.
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