Mathematics is a compulsory subject for those students who opt for science stream after their class 10. Though Commerce students also have an option to opt for Mathematics, but they have to secure good marks in their class 10 board exams for that. The Mathematics is also important because in entrance exams for admission into various engineering colleges in the state of Tamil Nadu or in any other colleges outside Mathematics play a crucial role along with Physics and Chemistry.

Division of the paper

There are a total of four sections in the paper, namely Section A, Section B and Section C.

Paper Pattern of Mathematics Paper and Markings

The first section carries objectives questions, all of which are compulsory to attempt. Each question offers a total of four options, out of which candidates have to choose any one. Candidates can answer in the paper in English or Tamil. The second part offers a total of twenty-one questions, out of which candidates have to attempt any fifteen. The third section carries a maximum of twelve questions, and is sub-divided into three sub-sections. Candidates have to attempt any seven, with at least two from each of the sections. The last section also offers a maximum of seven questions, out of which candidates have to attempt any three and the last seventh question is compulsory to attempt. However it offers internal Options.

Time allotted for examination

The paper has a maximum of three hours as duration.