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Students of Kerala SSLC can check the Kerala SSLC Chemistry Answer Key 2026 and detailed question paper analysis available here.

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Updated on - Mar 25, 2026 | 12:06:00 PM

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Kerala SSLC Chemistry Answer Key 2026: The Kerala Class 10 Chemistry Exam 2026 will be conducted by the Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan today, March 25, 2026, as per the official schedule. The Kerala SSLC Chemistry Exam is conducted as a standalone paper for 40 marks within the broader Science category. The exam will be held from 9:30 AM to 11:15 AM. Students who are appearing for the Class 10 (SSLC) Chemistry exam can access the Kerala SSLC Chemistry Answer Key 2026 and detailed paper analysis to evaluate their performance.

Kerala SSLC Chemistry Answer Key 2026

The unofficial answer key prepared by the subject experts will help students to analyse their performance. Students can check the Kerala Class 10 Chemistry Answer Key 2026 available here for reference.

Kerala SSLC Chemistry Questions 2026	Kerala SSLC Chemistry Answers 2026
1	b
2	d
3	c
4	b
5	i) NH4Cl ii) NH3+HCl---->NH4Cl
6	a) ii b) Fe
7. Zinc blende (ZnS) is an ore of zinc. (a) Which is the concentration method suitable for zinc blende ? (b) Which is the process used to convert the concentrated ore into its oxide ?	a) The most suitable method for concentrating zinc blende (ZnS) is Froth Flotation. b) The process used to convert the concentrated sulfide ore into zinc oxide is Roasting.
8	a) C6H10 b) CH3-CH-CH2-CH3
9	a) +4 b) 1s2 2s2 2p6 3s2 3p6 3d3,
10	A a) 640g b) 112 L B a) 68g b) 4 X 6.022 X 10^23 molecules

Kerala SSLC Chemistry Exam Analysis 2026

The Class 10 Chemistry paper follows the standard 40-mark theory pattern and will be well-structured and balanced. Students who appeared for the exam can check the detailed exam analysis available here.

Particulars	Details
Overall Exam Difficulty Level	Moderate to Difficult
Was the Paper Lengthy?	Yes
Most Difficult Section	MCQs were tricky

To pass the Kerala SSLC Chemistry Exam 2026, students must achieve a minimum of D+ grade, which corresponds to a score range of 30-39% in the subject. The grading system is a 9-point scale ranging from A+ to E, with D+ being the lowest qualifying grade. Students are advised to use the Kerala SSLC Chemistry Answer Key 2026 and exam analysis only for their personal reference.

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March 25, 2026 | 11:21 AM IST

Key Passing Requirements for 2026

Minimum Subject Mark: 30% aggregate per subject.
Minimum Grade: D+ (30–39%).
Components: Total marks consist of continuous evaluation (CE), theory, and practical components.
Lowest Grade: "E" is the lowest grade.

March 25, 2026 | 10:33 AM IST

Kerala SSLC Chemistry Passing Marks 2026

To pass the Kerala SSLC Chemistry exam in 2026, students generally need to secure a minimum of 30% in the subject, which includes combined marks from theory, internal assessment, and practicals. The final grade is determined using a 9-point system, with D+ being the minimum grade required to pass (30-39% range).

March 25, 2026 | 09:30 AM IST

Chemistry Passing Marks Breakdown

The Chemistry exam is part of the Science group (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) but is evaluated as an individual paper.

Written Exam (Theory): 40 Marks
Continuous Evaluation (CE): 10 Marks
Total Marks: 50 Marks
Minimum Passing Marks: 15 Marks (30% of 50)

March 25, 2026 | 09:00 AM IST

Kerala SSLC Chemistry Key Details for 2026 Passing Marks

Minimum Passing Percentage: 30% to 39% (D+ grade) per subject.
Grading System: A 9-point scale is used (A+, A, B+, B, C+, C, D+, D, E).
Actionable Advice: Students must attain at least 30% marks to secure a pass in the subject.

March 25, 2026 | 08:30 AM IST

Important Exam Structure

Paper Format: Questions are designed to test conceptual understanding rather than rote memorization.
Preparation Strategy: Candidates should use the 15-minute cool-off time to read the question paper and plan, as time management is crucial for the 24 questions.
Model Papers: Bio-vision provides 8 sets of model question papers (Malayalam and English Medium).

March 25, 2026 | 08:00 AM IST

Key Syllabus Topics

The 2026 exam covers topics related to previous years' syllabus structures, as a 25% reduction is only planned from 2027. Key areas include:

Nomenclature of Organic Compounds
Mole Concept
Reactivity Series and Electrochemistry
Rate of Chemical Reactions and Chemical Equilibrium
Production of Metals
Chemical Reactions of Organic Compounds
Periodic Table and Electronic Configuration
Chemistry for Human Progress

March 25, 2026 | 07:30 AM IST

Kerala SSLC Chemistry Chapter-Wise Marks Distribution (Approximate)

Based on SCERT guidelines, the following weightage applies to the 50-mark total (Theory + CE):

Industrial Compounds: 7–10 marks
Nomenclature of Organic Compounds & Isomerism: 8–10 marks
Periodic Table & Electronic Configuration: 8–10 marks
Reactivity Series & Electrochemistry: 8 marks
Gas Laws & Mole Concept: 6–8 marks
Chemical Reactions of Organic Compounds: 6 marks
Production of Metals: 7 marks

March 25, 2026 | 07:30 AM IST

Kerala SSLC Chemistry Key Details

Total Marks: 50 (40 Theory + 10 Internal/CE).
Exam Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes + 15 Minutes Cool-off time.
Total Questions: 24 questions.
Question Types: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), Short Answer (2–3 marks), and Long Answer (4–5 marks).
Negative Marking: No negative marking.
Exam Date: March 25, 2026 (9:30 AM – 11:15 AM).

March 25, 2026 | 07:00 AM IST

Kerala SSLC Chemistry Section-Wise Question Pattern

The paper is divided into five sections featuring objective, short, and long-answer questions:

Section	Type of Questions	Choice/Instructions	Marks
I	MCQs & One-line answers	Answer any 4 from Q1–6; all from Q7–9	7 x 1 = 7
II	Very Short Answer	Q10 is compulsory; answer any 1 from Q11–12	2 x 2 = 4
III	Short Answer	Answer any 3 from Q13–16; Q17 is compulsory	4 x 3 = 12
IV	Long Answer	Answer any 2 from Q18–20; any 1 from Q21–22	3 x 4 = 12
V	Very Long Answer	Answer any 1 from Q23–24	1 x 5 = 5

March 25, 2026 | 06:30 AM IST

Kerala SSLC Chemistry Exam Structure & Duration

Total Marks: 50 marks (40 marks for Theory + 10 marks for Continuous Evaluation/Internal Assessment).
Duration: 1 hour and 45 minutes, which includes 15 minutes of cool-off time to read the question paper.
Total Questions: 24 questions in the theory paper.
Language: Available in both Malayalam and English Medium.