Maharashtra SSC & HSC 2027: Key Dates at a Glance
| Exam | Component | Provisional Dates |
|---|---|---|
| HSC (Class 12) | Practical / Oral / Internal | January 20 – February 6, 2027 |
| HSC (Class 12) | Theory Papers | February 8 – March 16, 2027 |
| SSC (Class 10) | Practical / Oral / Internal | January 28 – February 13, 2027 |
| SSC (Class 10) | Theory Papers | February 15 – March 11, 2027 |
The dates were confirmed by the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) in an announcement reported on September 17, 2026, and apply uniformly across all nine divisional boards — Pune, Mumbai, Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar), Nashik, Kolhapur, Amravati, Latur, Nagpur, and Konkan.
What This Means for HSC (Class 12) Students
With practicals starting as early as January 20, 2027, HSC students — especially those in Science with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology practicals — effectively have a little over four months from today to complete their syllabus and revision before internal assessments begin. Theory papers then run for over five weeks (February 8 to March 16), so subject-wise preparation should be sequenced early, with weaker subjects tackled first.
Suggested Prep Checklist
- Finish first-round syllabus coverage by December 2026, leaving January free for practicals and revision.
- Prioritize practical journals and viva preparation in the first two weeks of January.
- Solve at least 3–4 previous years’ MSBSHSE question papers per subject before February.
- Students also attempting MHT CET or JEE in the same window should map both exam calendars together — see our related article on 2027 entrance exam changes.
What This Means for SSC (Class 10) Students
SSC practicals begin January 28, 2027, slightly later than HSC, giving Class 10 students a bit more runway. Theory papers run from February 15 to March 11, a window of under four weeks, shorter than HSC’s five-plus weeks — so subject rotation and daily study blocks matter more here than long revision cycles.
Choosing the Right Board: Why This Matters Beyond the Exam Dates
For families still finalizing school or junior college admissions, exam scheduling is one factor among several — syllabus depth, medium of instruction, and how well a board’s assessment style matches a student’s strengths all matter just as much. If you’re weighing MSBSHSE against CBSE or ICSE for an upcoming academic year, our counsellors regularly help families compare these boards against a student’s target stream and career goals.
Maharashtra Board 2027 Exam Dates: Frequently Asked Questions
When do the Maharashtra HSC 2027 theory exams start?
HSC (Class 12) theory exams are scheduled from February 8 to March 16, 2027. Practical, oral and internal assessments run from January 20 to February 6, 2027.
When do the Maharashtra SSC 2027 theory exams start?
SSC (Class 10) theory exams are scheduled from February 15 to March 11, 2027, with practicals and internal assessments from January 28 to February 13, 2027.
Is the detailed subject-wise timetable out?
Not yet. MSBSHSE has published the overall schedule and says subject-wise timetables will follow on the board website. We will update this page when they are released.
Will the Maharashtra board exam dates clash with entrance exams?
HSC theory ends on March 16, so most entrance exams fall after it. Check the 2027 board and entrance exam calendar and the MAH BBA/BMS/BCA/BHMCT CET 2027 schedule to plan both together.
How is the CBSE board schedule different?
CBSE is moving to two board exam sittings a year from 2026-27. See our CBSE twice-a-year board exam guide for the details.
Need Help Planning Around These Dates?
Media Mentor’s counsellors help Maharashtra students build a realistic study and exam-prep timeline — including how to juggle board exams with MHT CET, JEE, or other entrance tests in the same window.