IGCSE Maths Past Papers: June vs November Series
Cambridge and Edexcel release IGCSE maths past papers every June and November series (where available). Practise papers from your exam series — but using both series adds question variety if syllabus is unchanged.
Hub: maths past papers.
Which series are you entered for?
| Series | Typical schools |
|---|---|
| May/June | Most UAE, many Singapore Year 11 |
| Oct/Nov | Some accelerated or southern hemisphere schedules |
Confirm on statement of entry — not rumour.
Practise strategy
| Timing | Papers to use |
|---|---|
| 6+ months before | Mix June + Nov from last 4 years |
| 2 months before | Prioritise same series as your exam |
| Final week | Latest one series paper only, rested |
Frequently asked questions
Are November papers easier?
No consistent pattern — mark schemes adjust difficulty.
Syllabus change year?
Use post-change papers only — check board announcement.
Edexcel 4MA1 both series?
Usually yes — download from hub.
Exam dates UAE?
May/June timetable UAE when published.
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