Maharashtra SSC Board Exams Kick Off with First Language Papers, Find Live Coverage Here

Maharashtra SSC Board Exams began on 20th February 2026 with first language exam. Follow latest updates for this page and find schedule, admit card and other details.

The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has commenced the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examinations for the academic year 2025-26 today, marking the start of a crucial phase in the recruitment and selection process for over 16 lakh candidates across the state. The Maharashtra SSC Board Exams 2026 will continue until March 18, 2026, covering various subjects under a structured timetable.

Maharashtra SSC Board Exam 2026 Schedule

The SSC board exams began with the first language papers, including Marathi, Hindi, Urdu, Gujarati, Kannada, Tamil, and others, conducted from 11 AM to 2 PM in the morning shift. The exams conclude on March 18 with optional subjects and final assessments.

Prior to the theory papers, practical and viva examinations were held from February 2 to February 18, 2026, as per the guidelines from the conducting authority. The MSBSHSE released the timetable on November 1, 2025, allowing ample preparation time for candidates.

Click Here to Download the Official Full Schedule Released by the Board

Maharashtra SSC Board Exams Participation Statistics and Jurisdiction

Over 16.15 lakh students from 23,683 schools have registered for the SSC exams this year, representing an increase of approximately 3,879 candidates compared to the previous academic year. The examinations are being administered at 5,119 centres spread across nine divisions, including Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Aurangabad, Kolhapur, Amravati, Nashik, Latur, and Konkan.

The highest number of participants is in the Mumbai division with 3,49,873 students, followed by Pune at 2,78,145. This widespread jurisdiction underscores the scale of the selection process managed by the state education board.

Maharashtra SSC Board Exam 2026 Admit Cards

The MSBSHSE released the SSC admit cards, also known as hall tickets, in January 2026 for the February–March 2026 examinations. Key points regarding the admit cards include:

• Release occurred around mid-January 2026, with availability confirmed from January 17–20, 2026, per board notifications and reports.
• Schools were instructed to print, attest, and distribute the hall tickets well before the exam commencement.
• Candidates must carry the Maharashtra SSC Board exam admit card along with valid identification to the examination centre, as it is mandatory for entry.
• Corrections for specific cases, such as for Divyang (differently-abled) students in certain subjects, were addressed through separate notifications.

Support for Candidates and Latest Developments

In a move to address student well-being, the authority has set up helplines and deployed 10 expert counsellors to manage exam-related stress. Online hall tickets were made available earlier via the official website, mahahsscboard.in, facilitating easy access for all registered candidates.

As of today, the Marathi paper is underway, with initial reports indicating smooth conduct across centres. Paper analysis, answer keys, and question paper reviews are expected to be released by educational portals shortly after the session ends. The authority has not announced further details on result timelines yet.

This year’s SSC exams align with broader educational reforms by the Ministry of Education and UGC, emphasizing fair assessment in the recruitment process for higher studies. Students are advised to follow official updates from MSBSHSE for any changes.

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