Overview
The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE), Pune, conducts the SSC (Class 10, Secondary School Certificate) and HSC (Class 12, Higher Secondary Certificate) examinations for schools and junior colleges across Maharashtra.
Who can apply
Students studying in an MSBSHSE-affiliated school or junior college register for SSC or HSC through their institution.
Exam pattern
Both SSC and HSC are held in a two-shift, pen-and-paper format each day.
| Exam | Level | Shifts |
|---|---|---|
| SSC | Class 10 | Morning 11 am–2 pm, afternoon 3–6 pm |
| HSC | Class 12 | Morning 11 am–2 pm, afternoon 3–6 pm |
Important dates
For the 2026 cycle, HSC practicals, viva and internal assessments ran from 23 January to 9 February 2026, with the written HSC exam from 10 February to 11 March 2026. SSC practicals and viva ran from 2 to 18 February 2026, with the written SSC exam from 20 February to 18 March 2026. Dates are announced fresh each year on mahahsscboard.in.
How to apply
Schools and junior colleges enrol students with the board; individual students do not register directly. Exam timetables and subject-wise syllabi are published as PDFs on the "Exam Time Table" section of mahahsscboard.in.
Preparation tips
Download the current year's syllabus PDF from mahahsscboard.in rather than relying on an earlier edition.
Practicals and internal assessments run before the written papers, so plan revision time for both.
Who conducts the SSC and HSC exams in Maharashtra?
The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE), Pune, conducts both exams.
How are the exams timed each day?
In two shifts: morning from 11 am to 2 pm and afternoon from 3 pm to 6 pm.
Where can I find the official timetable and syllabus?
On the official website, mahahsscboard.in, under the Exam Time Table section.