This is the official 2026 Computer Science pairing scheme for Class 10, covering all Punjab Boards and Azad Kashmir (AJK), following the ALP | PECTAA Smart Syllabus. It shows exactly how many MCQs, short questions, and long questions come from each of the 5 chapters.
For ICS-bound Class 10 students, Computer Science builds directly on Class 9 concepts, and this pairing scheme helps you revise around the actual exam weightage. You’ll know exactly how Chapter 4 (Arrays and Loops) is split and which chapter the compulsory program question comes from.
Quick Facts
- Class: Class 10
- Subject: Computer Science
- Year: 2026
- Boards: All Punjab Boards + Azad Kashmir (AJK)
- Total Marks: 50 (MCQs 10 + Short 24 + Long 16)
- Format: PDF
Exam Pattern Breakdown
MCQs — 10 Marks
| Chapter | MCQs | Chapter | MCQs | Chapter | MCQs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 2 |
| 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
All five chapters carry two MCQs each (10 total). Chapter 4 gives one MCQ from Arrays and one from Loops.
Short Questions — 24 Marks (Attempt any 4 out of 6 in each)
| Q.2 – Chapter | Qs | Q.3 – Chapter | Qs | Q.4 – Chapter | Qs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 (Array) | 2 |
| 2 | 3 | 4 (Loops) | 3 | 5 | 4 |
Chapter 4 is split by topic (Arrays and Loops). Qs = questions offered from that chapter; students attempt any 4 of the 6 in each of Q.2, Q.3, Q.4.
Long Questions — 16 Marks (Attempt 2 out of 3)
| Question 5 | Question 6 | Question 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Ch 1 | Ch 2 | Ch 3 (Program) |
Each long question carries 8 marks. Question 7 is a program from Chapter 3. Attempt any 2 of the 3.
Important Things to Know
- Chapter 4 is split into two topics (Arrays and Loops) across both MCQs and short questions — practise both separately.
- Chapter 5 offers the most short questions (4) — make sure it is fully prepared.
- Question 7 is a full program written from Chapter 3 — practise writing complete programs, not just answering theory.
- This is the ALP | PECTAA Smart Syllabus version — confirm your school follows the same syllabus before relying on chapter numbers.
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Who Should Use This Pairing Scheme
This pairing scheme is for Class 10 students under Punjab Boards and AJK, especially those aiming for ICS in the future, since Computer Science fundamentals from Class 10 carry into 1st Year.
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 Computer Science, 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 Computer Science Class 10
Free exam-preparation resources for Computer Science Class 10 from the Freebooks.pk Editorial Team — the free PDF textbook. Study online or download.