JAC Board 10th Maths Model Paper 2026 PDF Free Download

Section 

Question Type

Total Questions

Questions to Attempt

Marks per Question

Total Marks

A

Multiple-choice questions 

30

30

1

30

B

Very short answer questions 

8

6

2

12

C

Short answer questions 

8

6

3

18

D

Long answer questions 

6

4

5

20

Total 

-

52

46

-

80

Note: In sections B, C, and D, you get to choose the questions that you want to attempt. 

Section

What It Tests

How To Approach It

A (1 mark)

Formulas, definitions, and quick calculations from every chapter, such as finding the HCF, the nature of roots, or a trigonometric ratio

Solve each problem directly, and select the correct option from those provided. No single problem should take you more than a minute to solve.

B (2 marks)

Short, direct problems that need one or two steps, such as finding the zeroes of a polynomial or the distance between two points

Write down the equation; substitute the values into it; and then write down the answer. Even if your answer is a short one, you must show how you obtained it.

C (3 marks) 

Multi-step problems, such as proving a number is irrational, solving AP questions, or proving trigonometric identities

Show all the steps, as marks are awarded step by step. In proofs, state the reason behind each step.

D (5 marks)

Long problems, such as heights and distances, word problems on quadratic equations, mensuration of combined solids, and the mean or median of grouped data

Draw a well-labeled diagram, if necessary; state the given and required quantities, and show the solution in proper steps.

Section

What It Tests

How To Approach It

A (1 mark)

Facts, definitions, chemical formulas, SI units, and quick calculations from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology

Answer the questions which you are certain about first, and then answer the rest. Carefully read all options as most of them only vary from each other by a word.

B (2 marks)

Short answers, such as balancing a chemical equation, defining a term, or solving a one-step numerical problem on resistance or power

Keep your answers concise. In case of numericals, state the formula along with the answer.

C (3 marks) 

Explanations and reasons, such as why a reaction happens, how a process works, or numericals on mirrors and lenses

Answer the question concisely and if there’s a need for a diagram, draw one.

D (5 marks)

Detailed answers, such as life processes in humans, ray diagrams, combinations of resistors, types of chemical reactions, or heredity

Divide the answer into short points and always label the diagrams and balance equations.

Section

What It Tests

How To Approach It

A (1 mark)

Key dates, events, people, terms, and facts from History, Geography, Political Science, and Economics

Do these questions fast. If you find yourself stuck between two answers, consider the chapter from which the question arises because this is likely to eliminate one.

B (2 marks)

Short answers, such as defining a term like federalism or GDP, or naming two features of something

Give two short points, one per mark. Do not give any detailed explanation at all.

C (3 marks) 

Explanations in a few points, such as the causes of an event, the features of a resource, or the role of an institution

State three separate points in sentences, with the use of a fact or date where possible.

D (5 marks)

Long descriptive answers, such as the causes and effects of a historical movement, types of resources, or the sectors of the economy

Begin with an introduction in one line, then make five points each with its heading, and conclude with one line.

Section

What It Tests

How To Approach It

A (1 mark)

Reading comprehension, grammar (tenses, voice, narration, articles, prepositions), vocabulary, and facts from the textbook lessons and poems

Before you look at the questions, read the text passage through once. When dealing with grammar, you should remember to apply the rule and not what sounds correct. 

B (2 marks)

Short answers about characters, events, and ideas from the prose lessons and poems

When you answer the question, you need to do it in two or three full sentences, using the names and information that is provided in the lesson. 

C (3 marks) 

Short writing and literature answers, such as explaining a character’s action or central idea of a poem

Your first sentence should answer the question clearly, and be followed by two supporting points from the text. 

D (5 marks)

Long writing tasks, such as letters, applications, paragraphs, or stories, along with longer literature answers

You must remember the format of letters as well as applications and plan your points beforehand. 

Section

What It Tests

How To Approach It

A (1 mark)

Unseen passages (अपठित गद्यांश and पद्यांश), grammar topics like वाच्य, पद परिचय, रस, and वाक्य भेद, and facts from the prose and poetry lessons

You should study the passage in detail before answering the question. In respect of grammar, you have to consider the rule and example before selecting the answer. 

B (2 marks)

Short answers on the prose and poetry lessons, such as the meaning of a line or a character’s quality 

The answer should be written in two or three sentences with words taken from the lesson.

C (3 marks) 

Explanations of poetry lines, the central idea of a lesson, or questions on the supplementary book

You have to use your own words and give one example from the passage to support your answer. 

D (5 marks)

Long answers on lessons, along with writing tasks like letters (पत्र), essays (निबंध), or paragraphs (अनुच्छेद)

You should write as per the letter format, organize your points before writing, and use clear language. 

Section

What It Tests

How To Approach It

A (1 mark)

Unseen passages, grammar topics like पदबंध, वाक्य भेद, समास, and मुहावरे, and facts from the textbook lessons

You should read each question carefully, as the grammar choices will be quite similar. You can circle the keywords in the unseen text as you go through. 

B (2 marks)

Short answers on the prose and poetry lessons, such as the main idea of a paragraph or the meaning of a line

Here, respond to questions briefly and directly by using two or three sentences each.

C (3 marks) 

Questions on the main lessons and the supplementary book, such as describing an event or a character 

You can formulate three points, using examples from the lesson. 

D (5 marks)

Writing tasks such as letters (पत्र), paragraphs (अनुच्छेद), notices, or messages, along with longer lesson-based answers

It is important to remember the different formats for each type of writing and proofread your work. 

Section

What It Tests

How To Approach It

A (1 mark)

Grammar topics such as शब्द रूप, धातु रूप, संधि, समास, प्रत्यय, and कारक, along with unseen passages and facts from the lessons

You should keep revising the forms of nouns/verbs on a frequent basis because many questions in MCQs depend on that. Check whether the noun is singular or plural and what is its case before marking the answer. 

B (2 marks)

Short answers in Sanskrit from the textbook lessons, along with संधि-विच्छेद or समास-विग्रह

Write the sentences in Sanskrit briefly but completely and apply संधि/समास rules step by step.

C (3 marks) 

Translation from Hindi to Sanskrit or Sanskrit to Hindi, and questions on verses (श्लोक) from the lessons

Write the sentences as per the translation, keeping the verb form in accordance with the subject.

D (5 marks)

Composition tasks such as a letter (पत्र) or a paragraph (अनुच्छेद) in Sanskrit, along with longer lesson-based answers

Write in simple sentences only and according to the letter format. 

Section

What It Tests

How To Approach It

A (1 mark)

Unseen passages, Urdu grammar, and facts from the prose and poetry lessons

You have to read the passages carefully before answering. When you are asked to identify errors in grammatical questions, remember the rules first. 

B (2 marks)

Short answers on the prose lessons, ghazals, and nazms, such as the meaning of a word or line

In this section, give your answers in not more than two or three sentences, using only the words taught in the lesson. 

C (3 marks) 

Explanations of poetry, the central idea of a lesson, or questions about a writer or poet

Write in your own words the meaning of the sentence and also mention the poet/writer if any.

D (5 marks)

Writing tasks such as letters, applications, or essays, along with longer lesson-based answers

Follow the format, think first, and write neatly. 

Section

What It Tests

How To Approach It

A (1 mark)

Accounting terms, concepts, rules of debit and credit, and quick identification of accounts 

You should remember the golden rules of accounting prior to answering, as most of the MCQs are based on these.

B (2 marks)

Short questions, such as defining a term, passing a single journal entry, or explaining an accounting concept

Prepare the journal entry in the right format, and narration should be given whenever required. 

C (3 marks) 

Short practical problems, such as a few journal entries, posting to a ledger, or a simple cash book 

Make sure that you prepare the format as well as enter the entries in it correctly. 

D (5 marks)

Longer practical problems, such as preparing a ledger, a trial balance, or other accounting statements

You need to take care while totaling the accounts. 

Section

What It Tests

How To Approach It

A (1 mark)

Business terms and facts on topics such as trade, banking, insurance, transport, and communication 

You have to pay close attention to each of the options, as business terms tend to have similar definitions. 

B (2 marks)

Short answers, such as defining a term or naming two types of something, like types of banks or insurance

You can provide two different points, one point per mark. 

C (3 marks) 

Explanations in a few points, such as the functions of a bank or the importance of advertising 

List down three separate points, each with a brief explanation.

D (5 marks)

Long answers, such as the features, types, or advantages of a business activity or institution 

You should provide a brief definition and then write five different points.