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What Is NCERT Exemplar Class 10 Science?

NCERT Exemplar Class 10 Science is an official supplementary book published by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT). It is designed specifically for Class 10 students who want to build a deeper understanding of Science concepts covered under the CBSE curriculum.

Unlike the standard NCERT Science textbook, the Exemplar book includes a mix of multiple-choice questions (MCQs), short-answer questions, long-answer questions, and match-the-column problems — all carefully crafted to test higher-order thinking skills (HOTS).

Who Should Use It?

• Students targeting 90%+ in CBSE Class 10 Science boards
• Students appearing for Olympiads such as NSO and NTSE
• Students who have finished the standard NCERT textbook and want extra practice
• Students building a foundation for JEE Main and NEET (Physics, Chemistry, Biology concepts that appear in Class 10 Exemplar directly connect to Class 11 and 12 syllabus)

What Does It Cover?

The book covers all three science domains — Physics, Chemistry, and Biology — across 16 chapters that are aligned with the CBSE Class 10 Science syllabus. It also includes answers and hints at the back of the book for self-evaluation.

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NCERT Textbook vs NCERT Exemplar — What Is the Difference?

Many students confuse the NCERT Science textbook with the NCERT Exemplar. They serve different purposes.

Key takeaway: Always finish the NCERT textbook first. The Exemplar is a next-step resource, not a replacement.

"Most Class 10 students skip the Exemplar and then wonder why they score 78 instead of 90. The Exemplar trains your brain to handle twisted question formats — exactly the type CBSE has been introducing in board papers since 2020. Solve it chapter by chapter, right after finishing the textbook."

Why Should You Solve NCERT Exemplar Class 10 Science?

Reason 1: CBSE Board Exams Are Getting Harder

CBSE has been progressively increasing the proportion of competency-based questions in board papers. These questions require application, analysis, and evaluation — not just recall. NCERT Exemplar is the best free resource to train for exactly this type of question.

Reason 2: It Bridges Class 10 and Class 11

Students who solve NCERT Exemplar Class 10 Science report a noticeably smoother transition into Class 11 Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. The Exemplar introduces thinking patterns — like drawing force diagrams, writing ionic equations, or identifying genetic ratios — that directly reappear in Class 11 and 12 subjects.

If you are planning to appear for JEE Main or NEET, check out NCERT Solutions for Class 11 Physics and NCERT Solutions for Class 11 Maths to see how concepts evolve.

Reason 3: It Is Free and Official

The PDF is published by NCERT — a government body — and is completely free to download. There are no unofficial edits or errors. Every question is vetted by subject matter experts.

Reason 4: It Covers All Question Formats

Board exams typically carry 1-mark MCQs, 2-mark short answers, 3-mark application questions, and 5-mark long answers. The Exemplar specifically practises all four formats, making it the most format-aligned practice resource available.

NCERT Exemplar Class 10 Science — All 16 Chapters PDF Download

Below are the chapterwise PDF download links for NCERT Exemplar Class 10 Science. All files are sourced from the official NCERT website and are free to download.

Physics Chapters

• Chapter 10 - Light-Reflection and Refraction
• Chapter 11 - The Human Eye and The Colorful World
• Chapter 12 - Electricity
• Chapter 13 - Magnetic Effects of Electric Current
• Chapter 14 - Sources of Energy

Chemistry Chapters

• Chapter 1 - Chemical Reactions and Equations
• Chapter 2 - Acids, Bases and Salt
• Chapter 3 - Metals and Non-Metals
• Chapter 4 - Carbon and Its Compounds
• Chapter 5 - Periodic Classification of Elements

Biology Chapters

• Chapter 6 - Life Process
• Chapter 7 - Control and Coordination
• Chapter 8 - How do Organisms Reproduce
• Chapter 9 - Heredity and Evolution
• Chapter 15 - Our Environment
• Chapter 16 - Sustainable Management of Natural Resources

Answers

A dedicated Answers section is available in the full book PDF, covering hints and solutions to all questions in the Exemplar.

For detailed step-by-step solutions to NCERT textbook questions alongside your Exemplar practice, visit NCERT Solutions — All Classes and Subjects.

Chapter-Wise Difficulty and Subject Mapping

Use this table to plan your study schedule. Prioritise high-difficulty chapters that carry more marks in board exams.

Difficulty ratings are based on CBSE board paper analysis from 2019 to 2026.

How to Use NCERT Exemplar Effectively for Board Exams

Step 1: Finish the NCERT Textbook First

Never open the Exemplar before completing the corresponding NCERT textbook chapter. The Exemplar assumes conceptual clarity — it does not teach concepts.

Step 2: Attempt Questions Before Checking Answers

Write your answers in a notebook before looking at the solutions. This active recall method significantly improves retention compared to passive reading.

Step 3: Categorise Your Mistakes

After checking answers, mark each wrong question as either:

• Concept gap — you did not understand the topic
• Application gap — you understood it, but could not apply it
• Careless error — you knew it, but made a silly mistake

Revisit concept-gap questions using NCERT Solutions for Class 12 Chemistry (for advanced context) or eSaral's video lectures by Kota-trained IIT Bombay faculty.

Step 4: Revise High-Weightage Chapters Twice

Chapters like Electricity, Chemical Reactions, Metals and Non-Metals, and Life Processes appear almost every year in board papers with significant marks. Solve these Exemplar chapters at least twice — once during regular study and once during revision.

Step 5: Time Yourself in the Final Month

In the four weeks before your board exam, attempt one full Exemplar chapter within a fixed time limit — exactly as you would in the real exam. This builds speed and reduces anxiety.

"Students who secure 95+ in Class 10 Science boards almost always have one thing in common — they treat the Exemplar as a daily workout, not a one-time revision tool. Solve 10–15 Exemplar questions every day from the 3-month mark. That consistency builds the exam temperament that a last-minute cram never can. Our eSaral students who followed this approach in the 2023–24 batch saw an average score improvement of 12 marks in Science."

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