One day before the Class 10 Maths board exam can feel overwhelming. You may feel that there is too much to revise and too little time. The good news is this: the last day is not for learning new things — it is for smart revision. If you use these 24 hours wisely, you can boost confidence and avoid silly mistakes.
The CBSE Class 10 Maths Board Examination 2026 for both Mathematics – Standard (041) and Mathematics – Basic (241) will be conducted on Tuesday, 17th February 2026. The examination will be held in a single shift from 10:30 AM to 01:30 PM. Students should keep this date and timing in mind while planning their final revision and ensure they reach the examination centre well before reporting time to avoid last-minute stress.
1. Start With the Syllabus, Not the Book
Before opening your textbook, take 10 minutes to look at the official Class 10 Maths syllabus. This helps you mentally organise the chapters and avoid wasting time on unnecessary topics.
Divide chapters into three groups:
- Strong chapters – You understand them well
- Average chapters – You know the basics but make mistakes
- Weak chapters – You struggle with concepts
On the last day, focus on strong and average chapters. Revising weak chapters at the last moment often creates confusion.
2. Revise Formulas First (This Is Non-Negotiable)
Formulas are the backbone of Maths. Start your revision by going through all important formulas chapter-wise.
Pay special attention to:
- Quadratic Equations
- Arithmetic Progressions
- Triangles
- Trigonometry identities and values
- Surface Areas and Volumes
- Statistics formulas
Do not just read formulas. Close the book and recall them once. If a formula does not come to mind easily, revise it again.
3. Practice Only Selected Questions
The day before the exam is not the time to solve full question papers. Instead, practice selected questions from each chapter.
Choose:
- 2–3 easy questions
- 1 moderate question
- 1 word problem
Focus on questions where:
- You previously made mistakes
- Steps matter more than the final answer
Write at least one complete solution neatly to keep your presentation clear in the exam.
4. Revise Common Mistakes (Very Important)
Many students lose marks not because they don’t know Maths, but because of careless errors.
Revise these common mistakes:
- Wrong signs (+ / −)
- Calculation errors
- Missing units
- Forgetting to write steps
- Writing incomplete answers
Promise yourself one thing: speed will not matter more than accuracy in the exam.
5. Do Not Touch New Topics
This is one of the biggest mistakes students make.
❌ Do not start a new chapter
❌ Do not watch random “tricks” videos
❌ Do not compare preparation with friends
If you have not studied a topic before, leave it. Strengthening what you already know will fetch you more marks than confusing yourself with something new.
6. Revise Sample Paper Patterns, Not Answers
Quickly look at:
- Question types (MCQs, case-study, numericals)
- Mark distribution
- Internal choices
This helps you plan time in the exam hall. Do not memorise answers. Just understand how questions are framed.
7. Sleep Well and Eat Light
A fresh mind solves Maths better than a tired one.
- Sleep at least 6–7 hours
- Avoid heavy or junk food
- Keep water nearby while revising
Your brain needs rest to recall formulas and steps correctly.
8. Exam Morning Strategy
On the exam day:
- Revise formulas once
- Do not solve new questions
- Stay calm
In the exam hall:
- Read the paper carefully
- Attempt questions you know first
- Show proper steps
- Keep 10–15 minutes for revision
Final Words
One day before the Class 10 Maths board exam is about confidence, clarity, and calm revision. Trust your preparation. Focus on what you know. Avoid panic.
If you revise smartly, you can easily score much better than expected.
