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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