This free CBSE Class 5 maths practice paper 2026-27 covers the key topics that define the Grade 5 curriculum: factors and multiples including HCF and LCM, fractions and their operations, decimal numbers and place value, basic geometry such as angles and perimeter, and an introduction to data handling. With 20 MCQ questions, it is a full-length practice paper that gives students a realistic feel of what school assessments and junior Olympiad rounds look like. Each question is carefully worded to test conceptual understanding rather than mere recall. The complete answer key with step-by-step solutions helps parents and teachers identify exactly which topics need more practice. This paper is free, printable on A4, and requires no registration to access.
✅ Answer Key & Solutions
Q1
C
Factors of 24: 1,2,3,4,6,8,12,24. Factors of 36: 1,2,3,4,6,9,12,18,36. HCF = 12
Q2
B
Multiples of 4: 4,8,12... Multiples of 6: 6,12... First common = 12
Q3
C
3.75 + 4.25 = 8.00
Q4
C
15/100 × 200 = 30
Q5
C
0.77 > 0.707 > 0.7 > 0.07
Q6
B
12.5 × 4 = 50 tonnes
Q7
C
HCF(18,24)=6; 18÷6=3, 24÷6=4 → ¾
Q8
C
LCM(3,5) = 15 days
Q9
C
2+1=3; ⅓+⅔=3/3=1; total = 3+1 = 4
Q10
C
HCF(8,12)=4; LCM(8,12)=24; 4×24=96 = 8×12=96 ✓
Q11
B
8×4=32; two decimal places → 0.32
Q12
C
Discount = 20% of 1250 = 250; Sale price = 1250−250 = ₹1,000
Q13
C
45/60 = ¾ (HCF=15)
Q14
C
LCD=24: 3/4=18/24, 5/6=20/24, 7/8=21/24, 11/12=22/24. Smallest=18/24=3/4
Q15
C
12 ÷ 1.5 = 8 orbits
Q16
B
5.60 − 2.85 = 2.75
Q17
C
3 × 7.5 = 22.5 cm
Q18
C
60 = 2×2×3×5 = 2²×3×5
Q19
C
Number = 70 × 100/35 = 200
Q20
C
2.4 × 7 = 16.8 km
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are HCF and LCM important at Class 5 level?
HCF and LCM are the building blocks for fraction operations, ratio problems and divisibility — topics that appear repeatedly in Classes 6 through 10. Mastering them at Class 5 makes higher-grade maths significantly easier. This paper gives students focused practice on both concepts in context.
How many papers should my child practice before a school exam?
Two to three practice papers per week in the fortnight before an exam is ideal for Class 5. Use this free sample paper first to gauge the baseline, then use Vybd's personalised generator to create chapter-specific papers targeting the areas where your child needs more work.
Is this paper suitable for IMO or SOF Olympiad preparation?
Yes. The question style — MCQ with four options, contextual word problems, and multi-step reasoning — closely mirrors IMO (International Maths Olympiad) and SOF exam formats for Class 5. Regular practice with papers like this builds the speed and accuracy that Olympiad scoring rewards.