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Maharashtra Board 2026 HSC Exams LIVE: Class 12 English paper ends; passing marks, exam analysis, guidelines

Vaishnavi Shukla | February 10, 2026 | 10:59 PM IST | 5 mins read

MSBSHSE HSC exams 2026 will be held from Feb 10 to March 11. English subject paper today for Class 12. Updates on admit card, marking scheme, paper pattern, guidelines and other details.

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The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has commenced the Maharashtra HSC Class 12 board exams 2026. The board has concluded the English paper today, i.e., February 10, 2026. Over 15 lakh students will appear for HSC exams across science, arts, commerce, vocational and TechSci subjects.

Students appearing for the exam can download the Maharashtra HSC admit card 2026 on the official website, mahahsscboard.in.

Maharashtra Class 10 board exams 2026 will be conducted from February 20 to March 18, and HSC Class 12 exams will be held from February 10 to March 11.

The Maharashtra HSC board exams 2026 will be held in two shifts; the first session will take place from 11 am to 2 pm, and the second session from 3 pm to 6 pm.

Also read Maharashtra to introduce new 10th, 12th syllabus, exam pattern in 2027-28

Maharashtra HSC Exams 2026: Passing marks

To pass a subject in the Maharashtra HSC exam 2026, students must secure a minimum of 35% of the total maximum marks prescribed for the subject. In subjects with two papers or with both theory and practical components, the marks from all components will be added to determine whether the student has qualified or achieved a distinction.

As per the MSBSHSE press release, a total of 3,50,015 students will appear from various districts in the state, of which 3,22,832 are fresh, 10,081 are repeaters, 13,780 are private, and 401 belong to ISO and 2,921 to CSI students.

Furthermore, the board has constituted a state-level vigilance committee to oversee the conduct of Maharashtra Class 12 board exams 2026 and prevent any malpractices. A committee has been formed to ensure coordination, monitoring, and control at all exam centres.

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MSBSHSE HSC exams 2026 will be held from Feb 10 to March 11 in two shifts. Updates on admit card, marking scheme, paper pattern, guidelines, timings, and other details.

February 10, 2026 | 10:59 PM IST

Is the HSC syllabus going to change in 2026?

Yes, the Maharashtra State Board (MSBSHSE) has reduced the HSC syllabus by 25% for 2026 to help lower student stress in the 2025-26 academic year.

February 10, 2026 | 09:49 PM IST

Time table 10th class 2026 Maharashtra board

The Maharashtra HSC exam 2026 is being conducted in two shifts. According to the schedule, the HSC board Maharashtra exam is being held from February 10 to March 11.

February 10, 2026 | 08:46 PM IST

Difficulty level of the Hindi question paper Class 12 Maharashtra Board exam

Last year, the Maharashtra Board Hindi question paper for class 12 was moderately difficult. The reading and grammar sections were easy, while the essay and long-answer questions were a bit challenging. Overall, it was a balanced one for most students.

February 10, 2026 | 08:11 PM IST

How was the HSC English paper 2026?

The board held the English exam today from 11 am to 2 pm. The paper was of moderate difficulty. The HSC Maharashtra English exam tests a student’s reading, writing, and grammar skills. Questions came from topics like tenses, types of sentences, clauses, reported speech, prepositions, word formation, gerunds and participles, and linking words.

February 10, 2026 | 07:39 PM IST

Maharashtra Board 2026 HSC Exams: What exam will be conducted tomorrow?

The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education will conduct the Hindi paper in the first shift and German, Japanese, Chinese, and Persian exams in the second shift tomorrow, i.e., February 11, 2026.

February 10, 2026 | 06:55 PM IST

Candidates ask "How many marks do I need to secure in Maharashtra HSC 2025 English?"

Students need to secure 25% in the Maharashtra HSC 2025 for the English paper. Candidates will find the questions based on the syllabus only.

February 10, 2026 | 05:53 PM IST

Difficulty level of Maharashtra HSC 2026 English paper

The difficulty level of the Maharashtra HSC 2026 English paper was moderate, and the questions in the examination were based on the syllabus.

February 10, 2026 | 04:40 PM IST

Maharashtra 2026: Subject-wise marks for SSC

Students can check the Subject-wise Maharashtra SSC mark distribution and number of papers below:

Name of subject

Number of papers

Duration

Marks

Total

Mathematics

Algebra

2.5 hours

75

150

Geometry

2.5 hours

75

Science

Physics

2 hours

Theory + Practical = 40+10

150

Chemistry

40+10

Biology

40+10

Social Science

History and Civics

2.5 hours

60

100

Geography

2 hours

40

First language

Marathi, Hindi, English, Urdu, Gujarati, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Sindhi, Bengali, and Punjabi

3 hours

-

100

Second language

Hindi

Hindi (Composite with Marathi or Sanskrit or Urdu)

Marathi

Marathi (Composite with Hindi)

Sanskrit (Composite with Hindi)

Urdu (Composite with Hindi)

English

3 hours


100

Third language

Marathi, Hindi, English, Urdu, Gujarati, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Sindhi, Punjabi, Bengali, Sanskrit, Hebrew, Pali, Ardhamagadhi, Persian, Arabic, Avesta, Pahlavi, German, and French.

3 hours

100 marks

February 10, 2026 | 03:50 PM IST

What details are mentioned in the Maharashtra 12th date sheet?

The Maharashtra HSC date sheet 2026 includes details related to the exam dates. The schedule was released as a PDF. The board has begun the Class 12th examination.

February 10, 2026 | 03:12 PM IST

When Maharashtra HSC admit card 2026 was released?

The Maharashtra HSC admit card 2026 was issued before the exam on January 12-13, 2026. Students had to collect the admit card for the Maharashtra board from their schools.

February 10, 2026 | 02:18 PM IST

Maharashtra Board 2026 HSC Exams: English paper ended

The Maharashtra Board of Secondary Education will conclude the Maharashtra Class 12 English exams 2026 at 2:00 PM. The Class 12 Hindi paper exam will be held tomorrow, i.e., February 11, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and the German, Japanese, Chinese, and Persian exams from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

February 10, 2026 | 01:40 PM IST

What is MSBSHSE HSC exams 2026 duration?

The Maharashtra Board 2026 HSC examination will be conducted for three hours in pen and paper mode. 

February 10, 2026 | 12:53 PM IST

12th Maharashtra board exam date 2026

The Maharashtra Class 12 board exams 2026 will be conducted from February 10 to March 11 in two shifts. The board will conduct the English exam today, i.e., February 10, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

February 10, 2026 | 12:15 PM IST

Candidates ask "How many marks do I need to secure in the Maharashtra HSC 2026 Exam?"

Candidates need to secure 35% marks in each subject to pass the Maharashtra HSC exam 2026.

February 10, 2026 | 11:42 AM IST

Maharashtra Board 2026 HSC Exams: English paper ongoing

The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has begun the English paper for class 12th today, i.e., February 10, 2026. The examination will be concluded at 2:00 PM.

February 10, 2026 | 10:43 AM IST

Maharashtra Class 12 exam for English paper starts soon

The Maharashtra Board of Secondary Education will begin the Maharashtra Class 12 board exams 2026 soon. The Class 12 English paper exam will be held from 11 am to 2 pm.

February 10, 2026 | 10:26 AM IST

Maharashtra 12th exam date 2026; shift 2 from 3 pm to 6 pm

The Maharashtra Board of Secondary Education will conduct the Maharashtra Class 12 board exams 2026 from February 10 to March 11 in dual shifts. The morning shift will be held from 11 am to 2 pm, whereas the forenoon shift will be held from 3 to 6 pm.

February 10, 2026 | 09:56 AM IST

Maharashtra Class 12 Board Exams 2026: Reach before 10:30 am for morning shift

Students who will be appearing in the Maharashtra Class 12 board exams 2026 today for English paper must reach the exam hall centre before 10:30 am. The Maha Board of Secondary Education will conduct the Maha HSB Exam 2026 from 11 am to 2 pm.

February 10, 2026 | 09:37 AM IST

Maharashtra Board Exams 2026: What if a student unable to qualify?

Maharashtra HSC Board Exams 2026: If a student fails in one or more subjects, a shortfall of up to 15 marks in aggregate, subject to a maximum of 15 marks overall and not exceeding the subject-wise limit, may be condoned. This concession is restricted to a maximum of three subjects.

Candidates appearing with exemptions will be eligible for automatic condonation of up to eight marks, proportionate to the number of failed subjects, but not exceeding three marks in any single subject, the board said.

February 10, 2026 | 09:26 AM IST

Maharashtra Class 12 board exams from 11 am today; check guidelines

The Maharashtra Board of Secondary Education (BSE) will conduct the Maharashtra Class 12 board exams from 11 to 2 pm. Here are the guidelines for students to follow during the board exams. 

  • Students must reach the exam centre at least 30 minutes before the commencement of the examination.
  • They must carry their Maha HSC admit card while appearing for their respective exams. A student will not be allowed to write the exam without a hall ticket.
  • No electronic gadgets are allowed inside the examination hall.
  • Candidates must bring their own stationery items to write the exam.
  • They must listen to the invigilator’s instructions carefully.

February 10, 2026 | 09:02 AM IST

Maharashtra Class 12 Board Exams 2026: Which paper today?

The Maharashtra Board of Secondary Education (MBSE) will conduct the Maharashtra Class 12 or HSC board exam for English paper today from 11 am to 2 pm.

February 10, 2026 | 08:37 AM IST

Maharashtra 12 board exam date 2026

The Maharashtra board of secondary education will conduct the Maharashtra HSC board exam or Class 12 board exams 2026 from February 10 to March 11. 
Students can download the Maharashtra HSC admit card 2026 on the official website, mahahsscboard.in, using their login credentials.

February 10, 2026 | 08:20 AM IST

Maharashtra Board Exams 2026: State-level vigilance to prevent unfair practices

The Maharashtra board of Secondary Education has constituted a state-level vigilance committee to oversee the conduct of Maharashtra Class 12 board exams 2026 and prevent any malpractices. A committee has been formed to ensure coordination, monitoring, and control at all exam centres.

February 10, 2026 | 07:51 AM IST

Maharashtra Class 10 Board Exams 2026: Minimum passing marks

Students appearing for Maharashtra HSC exam 2026 must secure at least 35% marks in the board exams to be declared pass.

February 10, 2026 | 07:41 AM IST

Maharashtra HSC Board Exam 2026: How many are appearing?

More than 15 lakh candidates will appear for the Maharashtra HSC Board Exam 2026, scheduled to be held from February 10 to March 11. The Maha board Class 12 board exam day 1 shift 1 will begin at 11 am today.

February 10, 2026 | 07:17 AM IST

Maharashtra Class 12 board exams 2026 dates

Maharashtra Class 12 board exams 2026 will be held from February 10 to March 11 in two shifts. 

February 10, 2026 | 07:11 AM IST

Maharashtra HSC admit card 2026

Students can download the Maharashtra HSC admit card 2026 on the official website, mahahsscboard.in, using their login credentials.

February 10, 2026 | 07:11 AM IST

Maharashtra HSC 2026 exam timings

The Maharashtra HSC board exams 2026 will be conducted in two shifts, the first session will be held from 11 am to 2 pm, and the second session from 3 pm to 6 pm.

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