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Maharashtra High School Certificate 2026 ( Maharashtra HSC )

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Top Scoring Maharashtra HSC Board Chapters - Science & Maths Important Topics are given on this page. Students preparing for the upcoming Maharashtra HSC Board exam are advised to go through the Top Scoring Maharashtra HSC Board Chapters. Maharashtra 12th exams 2026 will be held between February 10 and March 11, 2026

Top Scoring Maharashtra HSC Board Chapters - Science & Maths Important Topics are given on this page. Students preparing for the upcoming Maharashtra HSC Board exam are advised to go through the Top Scoring Maharashtra HSC Board Chapters.

Top Scoring Maharashtra HSC Board Chapters

Top Scoring Maharashtra HSC Board Chapters - Science & Maths Important Topics: Those who are preparing for the Maharashtra HSC board exam 2026 can check the top scoring Maharashtra HSC Board Chapters for Maths and Science on this page. The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) is conducting the Maharashtra 12th exams 2026 between February 10 and March 11, 2026. The Board released the Maharashtra HSC time table 2026 on October 31, 2025. 

MSBSHSE will conduct the Class 12 Mathematics exam 2026 on Feb 21, 2026. MSBSHSE Class 12 Maths Chapters consists of 6 units. Integral Calculus is the most scoring chapter in Class 12 Maths. Students can expect 18-20 mark question from this unit. Differential calculus is also important since it carries 15-17 marks. Students are advised to go through the Maharashtra HSC syllabus 2026 to score well in the board exams 2026. 

Table of contents
  • Maharashtra HSC Board Maths 2026 Chapters and Weightage
  • Maharashtra HSC Board Physics Chapter wise Weightage 2026
  • Maharashtra HSC Board Chemistry Chapter wise Weightage 2026
  • Maharashtra HSC Board Biology Chapter wise Weightage 2026
  • Maharashtra HSC Preparation Tips 2026

Maharashtra HSC Board Maths 2026 Chapters and Weightage

Students can the Maharashtra HSC Maths Chapters 2026 along with the weightage.

Chapter Name Total Weightage
Differentiation 7 marks
Application of Derivatives 7 marks
Mathematical Logic 6 marks
Differential Equations 6 marks
Matrices 4 marks
Pair of Straight Lines 4 marks
Definite Integration 4 marks
Probability Distributions 3 marks
Binomial Distribution 3 marks
Linear and Programming 2 marks
Application of Definite Integration 2 marks
Vectors 9 marks
Trigonometric Functions 8 marks
Line and Plane 7 marks
Indefinite Integration 8 marks
Total 80 marks
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many papers are there in the Maharashtra HSC exam?
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Maharashtra HSC exam carries 5 compulsory subjects including English. Candidates have the option to choose 6th additional subject in Class 12. The total marks allotted to the test are 500 or 600 depending upon the number of subjects. Minimum 35% marks are required to be scored by candidates in the exam.

 

 

Q:   How many sample papers should I solve for Maharashtra HSC exam?
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Students can solve 5 to 10 sample papers for Maharashtra HSC exam. Solving these papers helps to increased speed and accuracy. It also boosts confidence of candidates. 

Q:   What are the types of questions asked in Maharashtra HSC exam?
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The Maharashtra HSC exam consists of mix of objective (MCQs), very short answer, short answer and long answer questions. 25 per cent questions are MCQs while remaining 75 per cent covers subjective, analytical and descriptive type questions.

 

 

Maharashtra HSC Board Physics Chapter wise Weightage 2026

Check the Maharashtra HSC Physics Chapters 2026 along with the weightage.

Chapter Name Total Weightage
Rotational Dynamics
Mechanical Properties of Fluids
Kinetic theory of Gases and radiation 7
Thermo Dynamics 7
Oscillations 5
Super Position of waves 6
Wave Optics 7
Electrostatics 6
Current Electricity 6
Magnetic fields due to electric current 6
Magnetic Materials 5
Electro Mangentic Induction 7
AC Circuits 6
Dual Nature of Radiation and matter 5
Structure of Atoms and Nuclei 6
Semiconductor devices 5
Total  70
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Maharashtra HSC Board Chemistry Chapter wise Weightage 2026

Maharashtra HSC Chemistry Chapters 2026 along with the weightage is given below.

Chapter Name Total Weightage
Solid State 3 marks
Solutions 4 marks
Chemical Thermodynamics 6 marks
Electrochemistry 5 marks
Chemical Kinetics 4 marks
General Principles and Process of Isolation of elements 3 marks
p block elements 8 marks
d and f block elements

5 marks

Coordination Compounds 5 marks
Halogen Derivatives 5 marks
Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers 4 marks
Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic Acids 6 marks
Compound containing Nitrogen 3 marks
Biomolecules 3 marks
Polymers 3 marks
Chemistry in every day life 6 marks
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Do examiners deduct marks for exceeding the word limit in the language papers in Class 12 board exam?
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No, examiners will not deduct marks for exceeding the word limit. Marks will be deducted for spelling mistakes in the Language Papers. Students are advised to be careful with the spellings, so that they won't loose any marks. They are also advised not to waste time by writing much more than the word limit. 

Q:   Will there be 'out of syllabus' questions in the Maharashtra HSC board exam question papers?
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Chances are less for out of syllabus questions in Maharashtra 12th board exam question papers. Maharashtra HSC board exams will be based on Maharashtra HSC syllabus entirely. If any questions are out of syllabus, students will be awarded the marks for it. 

You are advised to go through the Maharashtra HSC 12th syllabus and study all the topics mentioned there.

Q:   Where and when can I get the Maharashtra HSC question papers of previous years?
A: 

Shiksha.com releases Maharashtra 12th question papers after the conduct of the examinations of major subjects. Students can click on Maharashtra 12th question papers to download and start practising them. 

The Board will likely release the Maharashtra 12th question papers for all subjects on the official website. Students will be able to download them from the link provided above.

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Maharashtra HSC Board Biology Chapter wise Weightage 2026

We have provided Maharashtra HSC Biology Chapters 2026 along with the weightage below.

Chapter Name Total Weightage
Reproduction in lower and higher plants 8 marks
Origin and evolution of life 6 marks
Plant water relations 7 marks
Plant growth and Mineral Nutrition 7 marks
Inheritance and Variation 6 marks
Biotechnology 7 marks
Organism and population 4 marks
Eco system and energy flow 4 marks
Biodiversity 4 marks
Molecular basis of inheritance 6 marks
Human health 4 marks
Respiration Circulation 10 marks

Maharashtra HSC Preparation Tips 2026 

We have provided Maharashtra HSC Prep tips 2026 here. 

  • Students are advised to make a time table.
  • They must cover the Maharashtra HSC syllabus.
  • The students must practice Mah HSC question papers and sample papers to know the questions and also learn time management
  • Students should make short notes during preparation of important topics.
  • Practice sample papers and old question papers daily.
  • Take short breaks in between while.
  • Eat healthy food.
  • Do not get tensed.
  • Practice yoga or any other sports to be relaxed.
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SubjectTheory MarksTheory Passing Marks (35%)Practical MarksPractical Passing Marks (35%)
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Political Science8028207
Sociology8028207
Philosophy8028207
Geography8028207
Defence Studies8028207
Home Management8028207

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Economics8028207
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Maharashtra HSC passing marks for Science Stream is given below.

SubjectTheory MarksTheory Passing Marks (35%)Practical MarksPractical Passing Marks (35%)
Physics7024.53010.5
Chemistry7024.53010.5
Biology7024.53010.5
Mathematics8028207
Information Technology5017.55017.5
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