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Karnataka SSLC Mathematics Exam Pattern 2026 includes a theory exam of 80 marks, and an internal assessment of 20 marks. The 80-mark theory paper will have a total of 38 questions including both objective and subjective type questions.
The mathematics paper will be conducted for 3 hours and 15 minutes. The question paper will have 8 MCQ type questions, and 8 very short answer type questions of 1 marks each. Along with that, the paper will have 8 short answer type questions of 2 marks each, 9 long asnwer type questions of 3 marks each, 4 long asnwer type questions of 4 marks each, and 1 long asnwer type question of 5 marks. The chapters having the highest weightage are Triangles and Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables, so you must prepare for these chapters first.
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Karnataka SSLC Mathematics Syllabus 2026
For the academic year 2025-26, the passing criteria have been revised. The minimum passing marks is now
33% marks
(combined theory and internal assessment) across all subjects. You can also review the
Karnataka SSLC Mathematics Previous Year Question Paper
to see the format and frequently asked questions. Students are advised to learn about the exam pattern before the academic session to score well in the upcoming exams. Students can check out more information about the Karnataka SSLC Mathematics Blueprint 2026 here.
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Karnataka SSLC Mathematics Exam Pattern 2026
Maths is one of the important chapters for the Karnataka Board exams. Students must refer to the chapters and mark allocation below for adequate preparation. Students can refer to the marks allocation given below and start their preparation accordingly.| Chapters | Marks |
| Triangles | 8 |
| Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables | 8 |
| Surface Areas and Volumes | 7 |
| Statistics | 6 |
| Quadratic Equations | 6 |
| Polynomials | 6 |
| Arithmetic Progressions | 6 |
| Introduction to Trigonometry | 5 |
| Constructions | 5 |
| Coordinate Geometry | 5 |
| Real Numbers | 4 |
| Some Applications of Trigonometry | 4 |
| Probability | 3 |
| Area Related to Circles | 3 |
| Total | 80 |
Karnataka SSLC Mathematics Question Paper Blueprint 2026
tudents can check the detailed Karnataka SSLC Mathematics Question Paper Pattern 2026 below
- 8 Objective type questions of 1 mark each.
- 8 Very Short Answer type Questions of 1 Mark
- 8 Short Answer type Questions of 2 Marks each total of 16 Marks
- 9 Long Answer type Questions of 3 Marks each total of 27 Marks
- 4 Long Answer Questions type questions of 4 Marks each total of 16 Marks
- 1 Long Answer type Question of 5 Marks.
Question Number | Type of Questions | Marks per Question | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
Question 1- 8 | MCQs | 1 mark | 8 marks |
Question 9 - 16 | Very short answer questions | 1 mark | 8 marks |
Question 17 - 24 | Short answer questions | 2 marks | 16 marks |
Question 25 - 33 | Short answer questions | 3 marks | 27 marks |
Question 34 - 37 | Long answer questions | 4 marks | 16 marks |
Question 38 | Long answer questions | 5 marks | 5 marks |
Students can also review the Karnataka SSLC Mathematics Model Paper 2026 , as no examination format has changed. Follow your study plan diligently and revise it to score the highest grade in your Karnataka SSLC Result 2026 .
FAQs
The Karnataka SSLC Mathematics paper includes 38 questions in total including objective, very short answer, short answer, and long answer type questions. The question paper is designed to evalute your application skills, problem-solving skolls, and conceptual understanding.
As per the revised Karnataka SSLC passing criteria 2026, you need to get a minimum of 33% marks combining theory and internal assessment across all subjects. Out of a total of 625 marks, you need to score at least 206 marks to pass.
