# PSLE Science Format 2026: Booklet A and B, Topics by Level | Coastline Tutors > The 2026 PSLE Science format from SEAB (one paper, 1 h 45 min, 100 marks: 30 MCQ and 10 to 11 structured questions) and MOE's 2023 syllabus topics from P3 to P6. URL: https://primarytuition.makemoney.living/guide/psle-science-paper-format/ - Home - / Primary Science Tuition - / PSLE Science Paper Format 2026 and the Topics It Covers PSLE # PSLE Science Paper Format 2026 and the Topics It Covers Updated 2026-10-11 · by Coastline Tutors Short answer: PSLE Science 2026 is one paper of 1 hour 45 minutes and 100 marks: Booklet A has 30 multiple-choice questions worth 2 marks each (60 marks) and Booklet B has 10 to 11 structured questions worth 2 to 5 marks each (40 marks). It assesses MOE's 2023 primary science syllabus. [Coastline Tutors](/) writes these guides from SEAB and MOE documents and published Singapore figures; each claim links to where it comes from. ## The paper PSLE Science (0009), for examination from 2026 ([SEAB](https://isomer-user-content.by.gov.sg/334/24bb2fea-a0e0-4aaf-9a11-ae1ef1b8840e/0009_y26_sy.pdf)): Booklet Item type Questions Marks each Marks A Multiple choice, four options 30 2 60 B Structured 10 to 11 2, 3, 4 or 5 40 One paper, 1 hour 45 minutes , every question compulsory. ## What it assesses SEAB lists two objectives: knowledge with understanding of scientific facts, concepts and principles, and application of knowledge and scientific inquiry : applying concepts, making predictions and hypotheses, interpreting and analysing information, evaluating methods, and communicating explanations, in words, diagrams, tables and graphs. ## The topics, P3 to P6 From MOE’s 2023 Primary Science syllabus, which organises science into five themes, Diversity, Cycles, Systems, Energy and Interactions ([MOE](https://www.moe.gov.sg/api/media/ba3562d3-5b31-4459-8693-45cde7b97273/Primary-Science-Syllabus-2023.pdf)): Level Topics P3 Living and non-living things; materials; life cycles; magnets P4 Plant parts and functions; the digestive system; matter; light; heat P5 Reproduction; water; respiratory and circulatory systems in plants and humans; electrical systems P6 Photosynthesis; energy conversion; frictional, gravitational and elastic spring forces; interactions within the environment The PSLE draws on all four years, not just Primary 6. ## Where marks go in Booklet B Structured answers that name the right concept but do not link it to the situation in the question lose marks. A useful habit: concept, link, result . For example: the metal spoon is a good conductor of heat (concept), so heat from the soup flows into it quickly (link), and the handle becomes hot (result). Want a tutor to help? We reply to confirm the tutor, the lesson time and the rate before the first lesson. Request received. We will contact you on the number you gave to confirm the tutor, the lesson time and the rate before the first lesson. ## More questions How many questions are in PSLE Science? + 30 multiple-choice questions in Booklet A and 10 to 11 structured questions in Booklet B. All questions must be answered. Which syllabus does PSLE Science test? + The 2023 primary science syllabus, covering Primary 3 to Primary 6. [Related tuitionPrimary Science TuitionPrimary 3 to Primary 6 science on MOE's 2023 syllabus: the concepts, and the open-ended answers where most PSLE marks are won or lost.](/primary-science-tuition/) Related guides - Foundation or Standard Subjects in P5: How Subject-Based Banding Works - Home Tuition Rates in Singapore 2026: Primary Levels - Primary 1 Registration: the Phases, Explained for Parents - PSLE Chinese Oral: the Passage and the Video Conversation - PSLE English Exam Format: the Four Papers and Their Marks Primary tuition in the East: tell us the level and subjects. Tell us your child's level, the subjects and your area. We reply to confirm the tutor, the lesson time and the rate before the first lesson. [Find a tutor](/contact/#request)