In short: Maharashtra HSC 2027 written exams run from February 8 to March 16, 2027, and practical, oral, graded and internal assessments run from January 20 to February 6. That gives you about 14 weeks from Monday, November 2 to the first paper. This guide gives a week-by-week plan with the practical window built in, stream-specific priorities for Science, Commerce and Arts, and notes on the board's reported move to shorter question papers. The subject-wise date sheet had not been released as of October 28, 2026.
Last updated: October 28, 2026. I will update the plan when MSBSHSE publishes the subject-wise timetable.
Maharashtra HSC 2027 — Quick Reference
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| HSC written exams | February 8 to March 16, 2027 |
| Practical, oral, graded and internal exams | January 20 to February 6, 2027 |
| SSC written exams (Class 10) | February 15 to March 11, 2027 |
| Subject-wise date sheet | Not released as of October 28, 2026. Expected later in November, per PW |
| Pass marks | 35% in each subject |
| Question paper length | Reported to be cut by about 60% from the 2026-27 session |
Sources: Times of India, Shiksha, PW.
A Note on the Marks Split
Sources differ, so check your own subject.
| Source | What it says |
|---|---|
| Shiksha's HSC pattern guide | 80 marks theory plus 20 marks internal assessment, 600 marks in total |
| Our Science weightage guide | Physics, Chemistry and Biology as 70 theory plus 30 practical |
Subjects with practicals commonly split marks differently from subjects without them. Look at your own hall ticket and your school's circular for the exact split in each subject. This plan works with either.
What the Shorter Question Paper Means
MSBSHSE announced it would cut the length of SSC and HSC question papers by nearly 60 percent from the 2026-27 session. Papers shrink from 10 or 11 pages to 3 or 4 pages printed on both sides, according to NDTV and Indian Express. The reports describe it as a printing and format change. I did not find any statement that the syllabus or marks distribution changed, so do not assume an easier paper. Practise with the board's latest model papers.
The Four Phases (14 Weeks)
| Phase | Weeks | Dates | Goal |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Complete and consolidate | 1 to 5 | Nov 2 to Dec 6 | Finish every chapter once from the state board textbook |
| 2. Practise by topic | 6 to 9 | Dec 7 to Jan 3 | Numericals, reactions, diagrams, accounts problems and essays by chapter |
| 3. Practicals and full papers | 10 to 12 | Jan 4 to Jan 24 | Practical files and viva (from Jan 20). Timed papers |
| 4. Final revision | 13 to 14 | Jan 25 to Feb 7 | Revise formulas, diagrams and your mistake notebook. Rest |
Your school may hold a prelim or half-yearly exam in December or January. I did not find the 2026-27 dates, so slot them into Phase 2 when your school announces them.
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Weekly Hours (Illustrative)
About 30 hours a week: 4 hours on weekdays, 5 on Saturday and 5 on Sunday.
| Stream | Core subjects | Hours per week |
|---|---|---|
| Science (PCM or PCB) | Physics, Chemistry, Maths or Biology | 7, 7, 6 |
| Commerce | Accountancy, Economics, Business and Management subjects | 8, 6, 5 |
| Arts | History, Political Science, Geography or others | 6 each |
| All streams | English | 4 |
| All streams | Mistake notebook and mock analysis | 2 |
Adjust to your subjects and weak areas.
Week-by-Week Plan: Phase 1 (Science)
| Week | Dates | Physics | Chemistry | Maths or Biology |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nov 2 to 8 | Rotational dynamics, fluids | Solid state, Solutions | Maths: Mathematical logic, matrices. Biology: Reproduction in plants |
| 2 | Nov 9 to 15 | Kinetic theory, thermodynamics | Thermodynamics, Electrochemistry | Maths: Continuity, differentiation. Biology: Reproduction in animals |
| 3 | Nov 16 to 22 | Oscillations, waves | Chemical kinetics, p-block | Maths: Applications of derivatives. Biology: Inheritance and variation |
| 4 | Nov 23 to 29 | Wave optics, electrostatics | d and f block, Coordination compounds | Maths: Integration. Biology: Molecular biology |
| 5 | Nov 30 to Dec 6 | Current electricity, magnetic effects | Haloalkanes, Alcohols, Aldehydes | Maths: Differential equations, vectors. Biology: Plant physiology |
Chapter names are indicative. Follow the Maharashtra state board textbook and your school plan. See our Science weightage guide and important questions.
Week-by-Week Plan: Phase 1 (Commerce and Arts)
| Week | Dates | Commerce | Arts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nov 2 to 8 | Accountancy: partnership basics. Economics: introduction chapters | History: first themes. Political Science: first units |
| 2 | Nov 9 to 15 | Accountancy: admission of a partner | History and Geography: next chapters |
| 3 | Nov 16 to 22 | Accountancy: retirement and death. Business subjects | Political Science: units on democracy and government |
| 4 | Nov 23 to 29 | Accountancy: dissolution. Economics: demand and supply | Geography: maps and data |
| 5 | Nov 30 to Dec 6 | Accountancy: company accounts. Business subjects | Revise essay and long-answer topics |
See the Commerce complete guide, the Commerce scoring guide, Commerce important questions and the Arts guide.
Week-by-Week Plan: Phases 2 to 4 (All Streams)
| Week | Dates | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | Dec 7 to 13 | Topic-wise questions in your hardest subject first |
| 7 | Dec 14 to 20 | Numericals, reactions, journal entries, short essays |
| 8 | Dec 21 to 27 | Diagrams, graphs and maps. English writing formats |
| 9 | Dec 28 to Jan 3 | Section-wise model papers. Start the mistake notebook |
| 10 | Jan 4 to 10 | Full timed paper in your toughest subject. Practical records |
| 11 | Jan 11 to 17 | Full timed papers, alternating subjects. Prepare for viva |
| 12 | Jan 18 to 24 | Practicals begin January 20. Keep short daily theory slots |
| 13 | Jan 25 to 31 | Fix the three weakest chapters per subject. One full paper |
| 14 | Feb 1 to 7 | Light revision before the Feb 8 start. Admit card and stationery |
JEE, NEET and MHT-CET Alongside HSC
HSC Science students usually also prepare for an entrance exam. Board marks and entrance scores both matter, and the dates can overlap. Read:
- MHT-CET 2027 vs JEE Main for Maharashtra students
- JEE and NEET preparation for Maharashtra Board students
JEE Main Session 1 is January 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28, 2027, which falls inside your practical window. Check both timetables early.
Common Mistakes
| Mistake | Fix |
|---|---|
| Studying from NCERT only | Maharashtra HSC questions follow the state board textbook |
| Ignoring the practicals | They fall in January and carry real marks. Prepare files and viva early |
| Leaving full papers until February | Start them by Week 10 |
| Skipping English | It counts toward your total |
| Waiting for the date sheet | Phase 1 does not depend on subject-wise dates |
For the final month, see our last 30 days plan and the 90% scoring guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do the Maharashtra HSC 2027 exams start?
The HSC written exams run from February 8 to March 16, 2027. Practical, oral, graded and internal assessments run from January 20 to February 6, 2027. The subject-wise date sheet was not released as of October 28.
How many days are left for the Maharashtra HSC exam?
About 98 days from Monday, November 2 to the first written paper on February 8, which is roughly 14 weeks.
Is the Maharashtra HSC question paper getting shorter?
Reports say the board will cut question paper length by nearly 60 percent from the 2026-27 session, to 3 or 4 pages printed on both sides. The reports describe a format and printing change, and I found no statement that the syllabus changed.
Do practicals fall before the written exams?
Yes. Practical, oral, graded and internal assessments are scheduled from January 20 to February 6, 2027, just before the written papers.
What are the passing marks?
Thirty-five percent in each subject, per Shiksha's HSC exam guide.
Should I use the NCERT book for Maharashtra HSC?
Use the Maharashtra state board textbook as your main source. NCERT can help with concepts, but questions follow the state textbook.
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Sources
- Times of India: Maharashtra HSC and SSC exam dates 2027
- Shiksha: Maharashtra SSC HSC time table 2027 live
- PW: Maharashtra HSC SSC exam dates 2027
- NDTV: Maharashtra Board to cut question paper length by 60%
- Indian Express: papers shrink to 3-4 pages
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