BSEB Class 10 Maths Question Paper 2026 with Answer Key: Download PDF

Last Updated: Feb 18, 2026, 13:33 IST

This article provides a complete guide to the BSEB Class 10 Maths Exam held on February 18, 2026. Check this article for maths answer keys and question paper PDFs for both shifts along with analsyis of difficulty level of paper. Match your responses with the expert answers to calculate your score in exam.

BSEB Class 10 Maths Question Paper 2026 with Answer Key: Download PDF
BSEB Class 10 Maths Question Paper 2026 with Answer Key: Download PDF

BSEB Matric Exam 2026: The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) started the Bihar Board Matric Examination 2026 from 17 February 2026, and the examinations will continue till 25 February 2026. As part of this examination schedule, the BSEB Class 10 Maths Exam 2026 was successfully conducted on 18 February 2026. The exam was held in two shifts: the First Sitting (9:30 AM to 12:45 PM) and the Second Sitting (2:00 PM to 5:15 PM). Like every year, the Mathematics examination was held in two shifts. To help students after the exam, this article provides complete details related to the question papers of both shifts, answer key, exam pattern, paper analysis, and PDF download links.

BSEB Class 10 Maths Question Paper 2026: Key Highlights

The Mathematics paper is often considered the most scoring yet challenging subject for Matric students. This year, the board maintained a student-friendly approach by providing 100% choice in questions.

Category Details
Board Name Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB)
Exam Date February 18, 2026
Subject Mathematics (Code: 110/210)
Exam Mode Offline (Pen and Paper)
Total Marks 100 Marks
Total Questions 138 (100 Objective + 30 Short + 8 Long)
Entry Time 30 minutes before the commencement of the exam

BSEB Class 10 Maths Paper Analysis 2026

The Bihar Board Class 10 Mathematics examination is considered one of the most important and scoring subjects. The exam aims to evaluate students’ conceptual understanding, calculation skills, and practical application of mathematical concepts. This year as well, the question paper is reviewed to be as balanced and strictly based on the prescribed syllabus. Here's the feedback shared by students and  teachers after firts shift of BSEB Class10 Maths Exam 2026:

Students' Feedback

Most students who appeared for the first sitting described the paper as "Balanced and Moderate." A significant number of students noted that the objective questions were direct and based on formulas from the NCERT textbook. While some found the Geometry and Trigonometry proofs slightly time-consuming, the overall sentiment was positive, with many expecting to score above 70%.

Teachers' Review

Subject experts noted that the 2026 paper followed the previous year's trend closely. The distribution of marks across Algebra, Mensuration, and Statistics was even. Teachers emphasized that students who practiced the official BSEB Model Papers and previous question papers would have found at least 60-70% of the concepts familiar. The high number of internal choices significantly reduced the pressure on the students.

Also Check BSEB Class 10 Question Papers 2026 with Ansewr Keys (All Subjects)

BSEB Class 10 Maths Question Paper Pattern 2026

The Bihar Board follows a specific structure designed to test both speed and accuracy. The paper was divided into two main sections: Section A (Objective) and Section B (Subjective).

Detailed Pattern Breakdown:

  • Section A (Objective): Contains 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). Students must attempt only 50 questions. Each carries 1 mark.

  • Section B (Descriptive): 

    • Short Answer Type: 30 questions provided; students must answer 15 questions (2 marks each).

    • Long Answer Type: 8 questions provided; students must answer 4 questions (5 marks each).

Section Question Type Total Questions To be Answered Marks
Section A MCQs (OMR Based) 100 50 50
Section B Short Answer Questions 30 15 30
Section B Long Answer Questions 8 4 20
Total   138 69 100

BSEB Class 10 Maths Question Paper 2026 PDF Download

Students can download the PDF versions of the Bihar Baord Class 10 Maths question papers for both sittings below. 

Bihar Board Class 10 Maths Question Paper 2026 (Morning Shift) Question Paper PDF (Link to be updated)
Bihar Board Class 10 Maths Question Paper 2026 (Evening Shift) Question Paper PDF (Link to be updated)

BSEB Class 10 Maths Answer Key 2026

The official answer key will be released by the Bihar Board in March 2026. However, to help students calculate their tentative scores, we have provided an Unofficial Answer Key prepared by subject matter experts. The BSEB Class 10 Maths Answer Key 2026 helps students compare their responses and estimate their probable score after the examination.

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The BSEB Class 10 Maths Exam 2026 was a well-balanced paper that offered students a great opportunity to score high marks through its objective and subjective sections. We hope this guide helps you evaluate your performance and provides the resources you need for your results. Check this article for any further updates on the official answer key and stay tuned for analysis of the upcoming Matric exams. Best of luck for your remaining papers!

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