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Maharashtra High School Certificate 2026 ( Maharashtra HSC )

Anangsha Patra
Updated on Jun 4, 2026 17:28 IST

By Anangsha Patra, Deputy Manager – Editorial

Maharashtra HSC Syllabus 2026: Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education prescribes Maharashtra HSC syllabus for Arts, Science and Commerce streams. It covers the essential topics to ensure students are adequately prepared for the HSC board exams. Most subjects in HSC Board Maharashtra syllabus consist of 70 to 80 mark theory paper and 20 to 30 mark practical paper. There are chapter-wise distribution of topics for subjects in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Accountancy, Economics, and Language disciplines. Maharashtra HSC Board syllabus helps the students to plan their preparation in a better way. Students must go through all the topics and chapters mentioned in the syllabus to prepare for the Maharashtra HSC exams thoroughly.

Table of contents
  • Maharashtra HSC Syllabus 2026 PDF
  • Maharashtra HSC Syllabus: Subject-Wise
  • 12th Syllabus Maharashtra Board 2026 for Maths
  • Maharashtra HSC Preparation Tips 2026
  • FAQs on Maharashtra HSC Syllabus 2026
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Maharashtra HSC Syllabus 2026 PDF

Maharashtra HSC Board exam requires thorough preparation. Students must prepare for the exam by going the syllabus. It carries the topics that are important for exam. The complete Maharashtra HSC syllabus pdf is provided below. Download these PDFs and start practising for the exam. 

Subject Syllabus PDF
12th Syllabus Maharashtra Board for Marathi Click to download
Maharashtra HSC Syllabus for Hindi Click to download
12th Syllabus Maharashtra Board for Punjabi Click to download
Maharashtra HSC Syllabus for French Click to download
12th Syllabus Maharashtra Board for History Click to download
Maharashtra HSC Syllabus for Political Science Click to download
12th Syllabus Maharashtra Board for Sociology Click to download
Maharashtra HSC Syllabus for Philosophy Click to download
12th Syllabus Maharashtra Board for Psychology Click to download
Maharashtra HSC Syllabus for Economics Click to download
12th Syllabus Maharashtra Board for Book Keeping & Accountancy Click to download
12th Syllabus Maharashtra Board for Physics Click to download
Maha HSC Chemistry Syllabus  Maharashtra HSC Syllabus for Chemistry
12th Syllabus Maharashtra Board for Biology Click to download
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Maharashtra HSC Syllabus: Subject-Wise

The subject-wise Maharashtra HSC subject-wise syllabus is given below.

Maharashtra HSC Science Syllabus

Physics is one of the major subjects of the Science stream. Students should cover all the topics and sub-topics of Maharashtra 12th board Physics syllabus 2026 to get good marks. It also helps in other competitive exams to score well.

The table below mentions the Maharashtra class 12 syllabus of Physics. Students must go through the table carefully to have an idea of the HSC syllabus 2026 pdf concerning the subject.

Chapters

Sub-topics

Circular motion

Angular displacement, Angular velocity and angular acceleration, Equation

for velocity and energy at different positions, Kinematical equations

Gravitation

Newton’s law of gravitation, Kepler’s laws of motion, escape velocity of a satellite, Variation

of ‘g’ due to altitude, latitude, depth and motion, etc

Rotational motion

M.I., K.E. of rotating body, Rolling motion, Radius of gyration, Torque, Angular momentum

Oscillations

S.H.M., Projection of U.C.M. on any diameter, K.E. and P.E. in S.H.M

Elasticity

Elastic property, Deformation, Plasticity, Hooke’s law, Poisson’s ratio, stress and strain, Elastic constants and their relation

Surface tension

Surface energy, Surface tension, Effect of impurity and temperature on surface tension, Angle of contact.

Wave motion

Doppler effect in sound, Simple harmonic progressive waves, transverse and longitudinal waves, Superposition of

waves

Stationary waves

Vibrations in a finite medium, vibrations of air columns, Stationary waves on string, Free and Forced vibrations, Resonance

Kinetic theory of gases and Radiation

Derivation of Boyle’s law, 1st law of thermodynamics, Wein’s displacement law, Green house effect, Stefan’s law, Maxwell distribution,

Wave theory of light

Huygens’ Principle, Polarisation, Polaroids, Refraction at plane surface, Plane polarised light, Wave front and wave normal, Brewster’s law, Doppler effect in light.

Interference and diffraction

Young’s experiment, Analytical treatment of interference bands, Rayleigh’s criterion, interference and diffraction. etc

Electrostatics

Gauss’ theorem, Dielectrics and electric polarisation, van-de-Graaff generator, Energy density of a medium, etc

Current electricity

Kirchhoff’s law, Wheatstone’s bridge, Meter bridge, Potentiometer.

Magnetic effects of electric current

Ampere’s law and its applications, Ammeter, Voltmeter, moving coil galvanometer, Cyclotron. etc

Magnetism

Curie temperature, Circular current loop as a magnetic dipole, Diamagnetism, Paramagnetism, Ferromagnetism

Electromagnetic inductions

Laws of electromagnetic induction, proof, Self induction and mutual induction, Eddy currents, etc.

Electrons and photons

Photoelectric effect, Einstein’s equation, Hertz and Lenard’s observations,

Atoms, Molecules and Nuclei

Rutherford’s model of atom, Composition and size of nucleus, Hydrogen spectrum, Bohr’s model, Decay law, Radioactivity, mass- energy relation, etc

Semiconductors

Zener diode, Photodiode, Solar cell, P-N junction diode, I-V characteristics

Communication systems

Propagation of electromagnetic waves, bandwidth of transmission medium, bandwidth of signals, etc

Maharashtra HSC Maths Syllabus 2026 

Maths is an elective subject for Science, Commerce & Art streams. Maharashtra 12th board syllabus 2026 for Mathematics is slightly different for Science & Arts and Commerce students. Refer to the given table for Maharashtra Board HSC Syllabus 2026-

Mathematical Logic

Applications of definite integral

Pair of straight lines

Applications of derivative

Matrices

Differential equation

Circle

Applications of definite integral

Trigonometric functions

Integration

Conics

Statistics

Vectors

Probability distribution

Linear programming problems

Bernoulli trials and Binomial distribution

Three-dimensional geometry

Continuity

Line

Differentiation

Plane

 

Click to download the complete Maharashtra HSC Maths & Stats Syllabus 2026

Maharashtra HSC English Syllabus

In English, a student's reading, writing, oral and English grammar skills will be evaluated. The Grammar section comprises given topics. Refer to the below Maharashtra 12th board syllabus 2026 for English

  • Tenses
  • Types of sentences
  • Clauses
  • Reported speech
  • Prepositions
  • Word formation
  • Infinitives
  • Gerunds and Participles
  • Linking words/discourse markers

Maharashtra HSC Political Science Syllabus

Part 1-Indian Constitution: Characteristics

1. Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles and Fundamental Duties.

2. Legislature: Parliament. Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, Lawmaking process, Amendment procedure State legislature: Vidhan Sabha, Vidhan Parishad

3. Executive: President – Election, Power and Functions Vice President – Election, Power and Functions Prime Minister and Council of Ministers – Election.

Part 2- Politics in India

6. Patterns of Party Competition

  • One-party dominant system

  • Towards multi-party system

7. Political and Social Movements

  • Nature of social movement

  • Role of movements in a democratic system

  • Examples of movements, etc.

Maharashtra HSC Economics Syllabus

  1. Introduction to Microeconomics

  2. Consumers behaviour

  3. Analysis of Supply

  4. Types of Market & Price determination

  5. Factors of Production

  6. Introduction to Macroeconomics

  7. National Income

  8. Determinants of Aggregates

  9. Money

  10. Commercial Bank

  11. Central Bank

  12. Public Economics

Maharashtra HSC Sociology Syllabus 

  1. Formation of Indian Society

  2. Segments of Indian Society

  3. Social Institutions in India

  4. Major Social Problems in India

  5. National Integration

  6. Social Change in India

  7. Social reformers in India

  8. Globalization and Mass Media

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12th Syllabus Maharashtra Board 2026 for Maths

The overview of WBCHSE exam pattern is given below.

Feature Details

Semester System

The Higher Secondary course is divided into four semesters. Class 12 covers Semester 3 and Semester 4.

Total Marks

Each semester exam carries 40 marks. Most subjects have a total of 100 marks (Theory + Practical/Project).

Question Types

About 30% questions are MCQs. Rest are Short Answer and Long/Descriptive Questions.

Passing Marks

Minimum 30% marks in each subject are required to pass.

 

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Maharashtra HSC Preparation Tips 2026

Maharashtra HSC preparation tips are given below.

  • Students must be thorough with the exam pattern
  • They should cover all the topics given in syllabus
  • Practice previous year question papers
  • Make notes while revising
  • Note down important formulas and theorems
  • Revise all the chapters thoroughly

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FAQs on Maharashtra HSC Syllabus 2026

Students can check the FAQs on maharashtra Board HSC syllabus 2026 below:

Q:   What are the different undergraduate courses I can pursue after completing Class 12 Science (PCM/PCB)?
A: 

Students have a wide variety of courses to select after their class 12 Science. For those who completed Class 12 with PCB option, they can join for courses like, BSc, MBBS, Pharm BDS, BAMS, nursing, Pharm D, BA and other related courses. Students with PCM option can go for BSc, BA, Bcom, courses after 12th Science.

Q:   Are questions from previous year asked in Maharashtra HSC board exams?
A: 

Not exactly the same, but, MSBSHSE can ask questions similar to what were asked in the previous years of Maharashtra HSC exams. Thus, you are advised to download and practice the previous years' question papers thoroughly for better preparation. 

Q:   What are the timings of HSC exam 2026 in Maharashtra?
A: 

The board officials conduct HSC exam in two shifts : morning shift from 11am to 2.10 pm and evening shift from 3pm to 6.10pm. The timings for all streams : Science, Commerce, Arts and general remains the same. All the students appearing for their board examination should reach their respective centers well before time to avoid unnecessary chaos.

Q:   What things are not allowed in Maharashtra HSC board exam?
A: 

Students must not carry the follow items to exam hall.

  • Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, headphones, pagers, fitness bands, cameras, etc.
  • Wallets, goggles, handbags, and purses. 
  • They must carry all the stationary items that are required to appear for the Maharashtra HSC board exams since sharing of stationary is not allowed.
  • Do not forget to carry your Maharashtra HSC admit card on all exam days.
Q:   Can I wear digital watch in Maharashtra HSC 2026 exams?
A: 

You will be allowed to wear a simple analogue watch, which shows time. Any other electronic device, head phones, smart watch or digital watch will not be allowed inside the examination hall. A student is well informed before his/ her exam that he/she should only carry their stationary items in a clear pouch with their roll number sheet provided by Maharashtra Board.

Q:   Are Maharashtra HSC sample papers and previous year question papers really helpful to get through board exams?
A: 

If you need any idea about the type of questions that can come in the exam, you must go through the Maharashtra 12th sample papers and Maharashtra HSC previous year question papers. In addition, you can also understand the most important questions and those that get repeated. Hence, students are advised to practice the previous years' Maharashtra 12th question papers and sample papers for better preparation. 

Q:   What is time duration of exam in Maharashtra HSC (12th class)?
A: 

A student will have to complete the paper within 3 hours. Earlier student was given 10 minutes extra time to read the question paper. But from now onwards, HSC student will be provided with an extra 10 minute at the end of the paper to complete it.

Students must focus on completing their Maharashtra 12th syllabus 2026 properly as thorough preparation will prepare them to answer the questions in one go without wasting much time on thinking what to write. Along with the syllabus, students must also be aware of the exam pattern and solve the previous years' question papers

Q:   What are the options after 12th Commerce?
Q:   Can I pursue my higher studies in another state after passing the Maharashtra HSC exam?
A: 

Yes, students can pursue higher studies in another state after passing the  Maharashtra HSC exam. They can pursue higher studies in another state.  Maharashtra HSC Certificate is valid for any degree courses in India. Students have to apply for a migration Certificate if they wish to study in another state. While applying for admission, the students must submit their Migration Certificate issued by the  Maharashtra board along with the other requisite documents.

Q:   Is downloading of Maharashtra HSC previous years' question papers free of cost?
A: 

Yes, downloading the Maharashtra HSC question papers of previous years' is free of cost. However, you might be asked to sign up using the required credentials. Students can click the link given here to download them. It can be downloaded in PDF format for free. Students can use the previous years' Maharashtra 12th question papers and sample papers for revision. 

Q:   Is it important to study in morning on exam day?
A: 

Yes, It is important to study in the morning on examination day as it helps a student to stay focused hence more productive. After a good night sleep, our brains tend to be more efficient and alert. It makes learning more easy. The morning time is best for last revision before appearing in exam.

Q:   Is Maharashtra HSC exam evaluation strict?
A: 

Usually Maharashtra Board HSC exam evaluation is liberal. Most of the students clear the Maharashtra HSC exam. The pass percentage of Maharashtra Board is always higher as compared to other boards. Students need not worry about strict evaluation for Maharashtra Board exam.

Q:   How can I know if the answers to my questions in Maharashtra 12th sample papers will fetch me full marks?
A: 

You can share your solved Maharashtra 12th sample paper with your teacher who shall help you know if the answers to the questions are correct and will fetch you full marks. You can thereby start practising writing such questions and take care of not missing any step so as to not lose any mark. 

Q:   What is the difference between Maharashtra HSC sample papers and Maharashtra HSC question paper?
A: 

Sample papers is the question paper released by the Board at the beginning of the academic session. It shares the questions in a pattern similar to what you should expect in the main exam. They are provided to you to download and practice for better preparation.  However, Maharashtra 12th question paper is the question paper you receive on the day of the exam. You need to go through the questions and answer them in the answer sheet provided by the board. You cannot know or practice the questions on the Maharashtra Class 12 question paper prior to the exam.

Q:   Which are the topics important for Maharashtra HSC Economics?
A: 

The chapters that are included in Maharashtra HSC Economics are given below.

  • Introduction to Microeconomics

  • Consumers behavior

  • Analysis of Supply

  • Types of Market & Price Determination

  • Factors of Production

  • Introduction to Macroeconomics

  • National Income

  • Determinants of Aggregates

  • Money

  • Commercial Bank

  • Central Bank

  • Public Economics

Q:   Is Maharashtra HSC syllabus reduced?
A: 

Maharashtra State Board released the updated academic year syllabus. MSBSHSE has reduced the syllabus of the class 12 Maharashtra board by 25 per cent.

Q:   What is the marking scheme for HSC exams 2026 Maharashtra Board?
A: 

Each exam of HSC 2026 will be for 100 marks. You have to appear for 5 compulsory subjects including English. You have the option to choose 6th additional subject. Maharashtra State Board 12th total marks are 500 or 600, depending on the number of subjects you chose. Minimum 35% marks in each subject are compulsory to pass the Maharashtra HSC exam 2026.

Q:   What is the minimum marks required to pass in HSC Exam 2026 Maharashtra Board?
A: 

Each student is required to attain 35% marks in each subject and in aggregate to clear their HSC examination.

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