Mathematics

Core maths: algebra, calculus, coordinate geometry, probability. Same paper Science students take.

What you study

Sets and functions, trigonometry, complex numbers, sequences, straight lines and conics, limits and derivatives, statistics, probability; Class 12 adds calculus, matrices, vectors, 3D geometry.

Based on the CBSE curriculum outline. Check the current year's syllabus PDF on cbseacademic.nic.in for exact units and marks.

Who it suits

Thinker (I)Organiser (C)

Draws most on: Numerical, Logical reasoning.

Check your fit with the test

Routes where it matters

Engineering (B.Tech / B.E.)JEE Main, JEE Advanced, state CETs, BITSAT Required

Architecture (B.Arch)NATA, JEE Main Paper 2 Required

B.Sc in Physics, Chemistry, MathsCUET UG, IISER Aptitude Test, NEST Required

B.Sc Computer ScienceCUET UG Required

BCA (Computer Applications)CUET UG, university tests Often asked

Data Science / AI degreesCUET UG, JEE (for B.Tech AI), university tests Required

Pharmacy (B.Pharm)State CETs, university tests Required

B.Sc Biotechnology / Life SciencesCUET UG, IISER IAT Helpful

Agriculture (B.Sc Agri)ICAR AIEEA via CUET, state tests Required

Commercial Pilot (CPL)DGCA exams, flying school selection Required

Merchant NavyIMU-CET Required

NDA: Air Force and Navy wingsUPSC NDA Required

Chartered Accountancy, CS, CMAICAI Foundation, CSEET, CMA Foundation Helpful

B.Com (Hons)CUET UG Required

BA Economics (Hons)CUET UG Required

BBA / BMS / Integrated MBAIPMAT, CUET UG, NPAT, SET Often asked

Banking, Finance & ActuarialACET, CUET UG, bank exams later Often asked