The Maharashtra Board 2026 examinations for Class 12 (HSC) and Class 10 (SSC) are underway with detailed timetables, question paper availability, and live developments as exams progress across the state. These updates span schedules, paper analysis, administration of exams, and measures taken to maintain examination integrity as students appear for key board tests.
Key HSC & SSC Exam Dates and Time Tables
The MSBSHSE has announced the Maharashtra Board 2026 exam schedule for both HSC and SSC:
- HSC (Class 12) written exams are being conducted from 10 February to 18 March 2026.
- SSC (Class 10) written exams will run from 20 February to 18 March 2026.
- Practical, oral and internal assessments for HSC took place from 23 January to 9 February 2026, while SSC practicals occur from 2–18 February 2026.Formal subject‑wise timetables have been released on the board’s official portal and are available for students to plan preparation and attendance.
Students and guardians are advised to refer to official MSBSHSE sources for the complete paper‑wise schedule and to avoid reliance on unverified timetables circulating on social platforms.
Question Paper PDFs and Analysis Resources
After each board exam day, question paper PDFs and unofficial answer keys for subjects like Marathi and other languages are being made available online through educational portals. These resources help candidates and teachers analyse difficulty levels, question patterns, and marking schemes for respective papers conducted earlier in the day. These question papers are used by students for self‑evaluation and by educators to guide remaining exam preparations across Science, Commerce, and Arts streams.
Exam Conduct and Malpractice Measures
While the board aims for smooth exam administration, instances of malpractice have emerged at some centres. In one reported case, 23 persons including invigilators were booked after mass copying was detected during an HSC English paper in the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar region, and disciplinary action has been initiated. To curb such irregularities, the board and district authorities are deploying drone cameras, CCTV monitoring, and enhanced vigilance squads at sensitive locations throughout the exam period. New high‑tech GPS‑locked question trunk systems at select centres aim to prevent early paper access or leaks. Local administrations in areas like Kolhapur have run “copy‑free campaigns” with strict controls on centre entry and examination environment to ensure test integrity, while parents and students are cooperating with guidelines to reduce stress and support examinees.
What Students Should Know?
Candidates appearing in the 2026 Maharashtra Board exams should:
- Arrive at exam centres well ahead of reporting times.
- Carry valid admit cards and identity proof as required by MSBSHSE.
- Review subject‑wise timetables and question patterns.
- Use available question papers and answer key PDFs to benchmark performance after each test.
- Stay updated on board announcements through official websites and school communications.
As the board exams continue, students, educators, and families are closely monitoring further schedules, performance analysis, and board announcements leading up to the final results later in the year.