Cambridge International · 0606

Cambridge IGCSE Additional Mathematics (0606)

Cambridge says the course stretches more able candidates and gives a smooth transition to Cambridge International AS & A Level Mathematics. Below: the papers, every topic with notes and worked questions, and links to the official past papers.

2 papers, 2 hours each
Non-calculator + calculator papers
Grades A* to E

Revise by topic →Past papers

The exam

Paper	Time	Marks	Weighting	Calculator
Paper 1	2 hours	80	50%	No
Paper 2	2 hours	80	50%	Yes

Single tier: every candidate sits both papers. Grades: A* to E (no F or G; below E is ungraded).
A list of formulas is printed in each paper, but not every formula you need is on it: none are given for calculus, and the arc length and sector area formulas are not given.
Cambridge assumes you already know the content of IGCSE Mathematics (or equivalent). Topics such as surds and indices are not tested on their own but can be needed inside other questions.
Syllabus: Syllabus for exams in 2025, 2026 and 2027 (version 1). Cambridge has also published the syllabus for 2028, 2029 and 2030, which it says has no significant changes that affect teaching.
Exam series: June and November, and March in India.

Sources: Cambridge IGCSE Additional Mathematics 0606 syllabus 2025-2027 (PDF) · Cambridge IGCSE Additional Mathematics 0606 syllabus 2028-2030 (PDF) · Cambridge IGCSE Additional Mathematics (0606) qualification page. Last checked 5 October 2026.

Topics

Syllabus	Topic	Questions
1	Functions	14
2	Quadratics	11
3	Polynomials	13
6, 7.4	Logarithms and exponentials	13
7, 8	Coordinate geometry	13
9	Circular measure	14
10	Trigonometry	10
11	Permutations and combinations	14
12	Series and the binomial expansion	12
13	Vectors	13
14.1–14.9	Differentiation	14
14.10–14.13	Integration	12
14.14–14.15	Kinematics	14

Not on this site yet: 4 Equations, inequalities and graphs (modulus inequalities, cubic sketches); 5 Simultaneous equations (one linear, one non-linear).

Section numbers are from the official syllabus. The question count is the questions that test Cambridge 0606 content; each topic page has 5 free, and the rest come with IGCSE plans.

0606 past papers (official)

Cambridge publishes a selection of recent papers and the specimen papers on its public 0606 page. Schools get the full archive through the Cambridge School Support Hub. We only link to the official copies.

2025 specimen Paper 1 (non-calculator) (question paper, PDF)
2025 specimen Paper 1 mark scheme (mark scheme, PDF)
2025 specimen Paper 2 (calculator) (question paper, PDF)
2025 specimen Paper 2 mark scheme (mark scheme, PDF)
June 2024 Paper 11 (question paper, PDF)
June 2024 Paper 11 mark scheme (mark scheme, PDF)
June 2024 Paper 21 (question paper, PDF)
June 2024 Paper 21 mark scheme (mark scheme, PDF)
June 2024 examiner report (examiner report, PDF)
Cambridge International: all 0606 past papers

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Questions about 0606

Is there a calculator in IGCSE Additional Maths 0606?

Paper 1 is non-calculator. A scientific calculator is required for Paper 2. Each paper is 2 hours, 80 marks and half of the grade.

What grades can I get in 0606?

Grades A* to E. There are no F or G grades, so a result below E is ungraded. Every candidate sits both papers (there are no tiers).

When are the 0606 exams?

In June and November, and in March in India. Check the dates with your exams officer and on Cambridge's timetable.

Is the 0606 syllabus changing?

The current syllabus is for exams in 2025, 2026 and 2027. Cambridge has published the syllabus for 2028 to 2030 and says there are no significant changes that affect teaching.

Where can I find 0606 past papers?

On Cambridge's own 0606 page, linked below. We link to the official papers only and do not copy them; the questions on this site are original.