Advanced Level in Maths and Science CBSE Introduces Advanced Level in Maths and Science from 2026-27

What is Advanced Maths and Science

Starting from the academic year 2026–27, CBSE will introduce a mandatory examination for Mathematics and Science for all students. In addition to the standard exam, students who wish to challenge themselves can opt to take the advanced-level exams in these subjects.

According to the StudentBro.in , the Advanced Maths and Science papers will be optional and intended for students who want to explore topics beyond the regular syllabus. These exams will be based on a specialized advanced textbook and will focus heavily on HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skills) questions, designed to assess a deeper level of understanding.

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Detailed Information on Advanced Maths and Science

Basic Maths will no longer be offered from the 2027–28 session in Class X.
Mathematics and Science – Standard Level will remain compulsory for all students, with an 80-mark annual examination.
The Advanced Level in Maths and Science will be introduced as an optional paper for students seeking a challenge.
The Advanced exam will carry 25 marks and will primarily focus on HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skills) questions to assess deeper understanding.
The Advanced exam will cover extra content that goes beyond the standard syllabus.
The duration of the Advanced exam will be 1 hour.

Let’s Understand the Advanced Level Exam

Nature: Optional
Duration: 1 Hour
Marks: 25 Marks
Difficulty: Focuses on HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skills) questions
Content: Includes additional topics beyond the regular textbook
Pass Percentage: 50% marks required to pass
Marks on Report Card: Not included, only “PASSED” mentioned at the Advanced level
Calculation in Percentage: No, as marks are not provided for the Advanced exam
Mentioned in the Report Card: Yes, if the score is 50% or above; otherwise, it won’t be mentioned
If Failed: Nothing will be mentioned on the report card, so it's a risk-free option
Exam Date & Duration: The regular Maths exam will last 3 hours, with an additional 1 hour allocated for the Advanced test

Maths Advanced and Science Advanced

All students, regardless of whether they choose the Advanced level or not, will sit for a common final examination—either the Board examination for Class X or the school-based annual examination for Class IX. This exam will be of 80 marks and have a duration of 3 hours. For students who opt for the Advanced level, there will be an additional examination of 25 marks that lasts for 1 hour, covering higher-level content.

Advance Level in Maths and Science Materials

Science

Therefore, the Mathematics and Science exams will be available in two levels—Standard and Advanced—from Class IX onwards (starting in 2026–27). The Advanced level exams for Mathematics Advanced and Science Advanced will be available for Class X students from 2027–28 onwards.

Students will have the flexibility to choose the Advanced level in none, one, or both subjects. They may opt for:

No Advanced subject
Only Maths Advanced
Only Science Advanced
Both Maths Advanced and Science Advanced

Passing Criteria for the Advanced Exam

Students who score 50% or above in the optional Advanced Examination will have a remark in their marksheet stating, "The Advanced Level has been successfully cleared" (wording may vary). However, the marks obtained in the Advanced Exam will not be included in the overall aggregate or total score.

If a student scores below the required 50%, there will be no mention of the Advanced Level on the marksheet.

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Internal Assessment

The two-level structure will not apply to the 20-mark internal assessments in Mathematics and Science conducted at the school level in Class X.

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Maths Basic Discontinued

Starting from the academic session 2026–27, the current two-level system of Mathematics Basic and Mathematics Standard will be discontinued. However, Class X students in 2026–27 will continue under the existing scheme and will still have the option to choose Mathematics Basic, as per the guidelines for the academic year 2025–26.