Cambridge IGCSE Physics past papers and mark schemes
Cambridge International publishes recent IGCSE Physics (0625) papers and mark schemes on its website, plus specimen papers for the current syllabus. Everyone sits three papers: multiple choice, theory and one practical paper. Core candidates take Papers 1 and 3, Extended candidates take Papers 2 and 4, and everyone takes either Paper 5 (practical test) or Paper 6 (alternative to practical).
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Cambridge IGCSE Physics papers by series
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2023 specimen (new syllabus)
- Paper 1Question paperMark scheme
- Paper 2Question paperMark scheme
- Paper 3Question paperMark scheme
- Paper 4Question paperMark scheme
- Paper 5Question paperMark scheme
- Paper 6Question paperMark scheme
June 2024
- Paper 11Question paperMark scheme
- Paper 21Question paperMark scheme
- Paper 31Question paperMark scheme
- Paper 41Question paperMark scheme
- Paper 51Question paper
- Paper 61Question paperMark scheme
- Both papersExaminer report
Source: official Cambridge IGCSE Physics past papers. All papers are © their publisher.
Cambridge IGCSE Physics paper structure
| Paper | Questions or marks | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1: Multiple Choice (Core) | 40 marks, 30% | 45 minutes |
| Paper 2: Multiple Choice (Extended) | 40 marks, 30% | 45 minutes |
| Paper 3: Theory (Core) | 80 marks, 50% | 1 hour 15 minutes |
| Paper 4: Theory (Extended) | 80 marks, 50% | 1 hour 15 minutes |
| Paper 5: Practical Test | 40 marks, 20% | 1 hour 15 minutes |
| Paper 6: Alternative to Practical | 40 marks, 20% | 1 hour |
Core candidates can get grades C to G; Extended candidates can get A* to G. Paper numbers such as 41 mean Paper 4, variant 1: Cambridge sets several variants of each paper for different time zones, so any variant is good practice.
Tips for Cambridge IGCSE Physics papers
- If your school enters Paper 6, the written alternative to practical, practise it from the start: it rewards clear tables, units and graph skills.
- The multiple-choice paper has 40 questions in 45 minutes, about a minute each. Time yourself on full papers.
- Learn the equations in the syllabus: Cambridge 0625 does not give you an equation sheet.
- Mark with the official mark scheme and note the exact wording it accepts, especially for definitions.
Frequently asked questions
What does Paper 41 mean?
Paper 4, variant 1. Cambridge sets several variants of each paper for different time zones.
Should I take Paper 5 or Paper 6?
Your school decides. Paper 5 is a real practical in a lab; Paper 6 is a written paper about practical work. Both are worth 20%.
Where are older Cambridge IGCSE Physics papers?
Cambridge publishes recent series openly; schools can download more from the School Support Hub, so ask your teacher.