This is the official 2026 English pairing scheme for Class 10, covering all Punjab Boards and Azad Kashmir (AJK), following the ALP | PECTAA Smart Syllabus. It breaks down exactly how the 19 MCQ marks and 56 subjective marks are split across the grammar book and textbook.
English is compulsory for every Class 10 student, and the structure is unchanged from last year, so students who prepared with the 2025 scheme are already on the right track. Knowing the exact page references for each grammar-based question saves you from re-reading the entire book.
Quick Facts
- Class: Class 10
- Subject: English
- Year: 2026
- Boards: All Punjab Boards + Azad Kashmir (AJK)
- Total Marks: 75 (MCQs 19 + Subjective 56)
- Format: PDF
Exam Pattern Breakdown
MCQs — 19 Marks
| Part | Details | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| A | Choose the correct form of the verb — from English Grammar (PCTB), Page 161-166. | 5 |
| B | Choose the word with correct spelling — from the Textbook. | 4 |
| C | Correct meanings, synonyms/antonyms — from the Textbook. | 5 |
| D | Choose the correct option according to grammar. | 5 |
All 19 MCQs are objective-type, one correct option each.
Subjective — 56 Marks
| Q# | Details | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Q.2 | Short questions — attempt any 5 out of 8 (5 from exercise, 3 from lessons). | 10 |
| Q.3 | Translation of a paragraph into Urdu — only 1 paragraph will be given. | 8 |
| Q.4 | Summary of the poem OR explanation of a stanza from the poem. | 5 |
| Q.5 | 1 essay out of 3 given topics, OR 1 paragraph out of 3 given topics. | 15 |
| Q.6 | Direct and Indirect narration — from English Grammar, Page 169-175. | 5 |
| Q.7 | Pair of words — from English Grammar, Page 175-178. | 5 |
| Q.8 | Translation from Urdu to English — from English Grammar, Page 137-147. | 8 |
Attempt every subjective question listed above; choice only applies within the sub-parts noted.
Important Things to Know
- Only 1 paragraph is given for translation (Q.3) this year, unlike the choice-based versions in some other classes — practise translating full paragraphs, not just short excerpts.
- Q.5 lets you choose between an essay and a paragraph — pick whichever you’re more confident writing under time pressure.
- Direct/Indirect narration (Q.6) and Pair of Words (Q.7) both come from specific grammar book page ranges — don’t skip these sections.
- This structure is unchanged from 2025, so last year’s preparation strategy still applies.
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Who Should Use This Pairing Scheme
This pairing scheme is for Class 10 students under Punjab Boards and AJK, since English is a compulsory paper for everyone regardless of future group choice.
Applicable Boards
This pairing scheme applies directly to all Punjab Boards — Lahore, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Sargodha, Gujranwala, Sahiwal, Multan, Bahawalpur, and Dera Ghazi Khan — as well as Azad Kashmir (AJK), which follows the same Punjab textbook and exam pattern.
FAQs
Is this pairing scheme for Class 10 students?
Yes, this pairing scheme is specifically for Class 10 English, covering all Punjab Boards and AJK for the 2026 exams.
Can other students use this pairing scheme?
It is designed for Class 10 students, but it also helps Class 9 students preview how the paper pattern continues into Class 10.
Is this the latest edition?
Yes, this is the updated 2026 pairing scheme based on the ALP | PECTAA Smart Syllabus for Punjab Boards.
Does it include solved exercises?
No, this is a pairing scheme showing the exam paper pattern and marks distribution, not a solved guide or notes.
Note: pairing schemes are exam guidance, not a guaranteed paper pattern. Full details: freebooks.pk/disclaimer
Study Resources for English Class 10
Free exam-preparation resources for English Class 10 from the Freebooks.pk Editorial Team — the free PDF textbook. Study online or download.