Maharashtra HSC Exam Pattern 2024 - Maharashtra 12th Subject-Wise Marking Scheme

Maharashtra HSC Exam Pattern 2024: The Maharashtra class 12 includes four compulsory subjects followed by elective subjects of the student's choice. The compulsory subjects are English, Modern Indian Language/Modern Foreign Language/Classical Language, Environment Education Seminar or Journal, and Health and Physical Education. The language papers will be conducted for 80 marks and 20 marks will be provided for the practical exams. In Environment Education, there will be an assignment or project work for 50 marks. In Health and Physical Education, the theory paper will be conducted for 25 marks followed by the practical exam for 25 marks. 

There are three streams available for class 12th students to choose from. For elective subjects, students are supposed to choose four subjects from one particular stream according to the list of subjects available by the Maharashtra Board of Secondary And Higher Secondary Education. For most of the elective subjects, the theory papers are conducted for 70 or 80 marks depending on the subject and the rest of the marks will be allotted for the practical exams. The Maharashtra HSC Board 2024 exam will be conducted from February 21 to March 19, 2024. Check more information about the Maharashtra HSC Exam Pattern 2024 here:

Maharashtra HSC Exam Pattern 2024: Latest Updates

• 11th March 2024: Students can check Maharashtra HSC Economics Answer Key 2024 here.
• 09th March 2024: Maharashtra HSC English Answer Key 2024 is available here, students can check the unofficial key to calculate their raw scores. 
• 29th February 2024: Maharashtra HSC Chemistry Paper 2024 was successfully concluded today. Students can check the detailed Maharashtra 12th Chemistry Exam Analysis 2024 here

Maharashtra HSC Exam Pattern 2024: Highlights

There are four compulsory subjects included in the curriculum by the Maharashtra Board of Secondary And Higher Secondary Education for class 12 students. Students can check the exam pattern for the same here: 

• Each subject has a 100 marks exam, with 80 marks for theory and 20 marks for practicals, orals, and projects.

• For the areas of agriculture science and technology, animal science and technology, biology, chemistry, geology, and physics, the theory test is worth 70 marks and the practical/oral/project is for 30 marks.

• To pass the exam, each student must have a score of 35% on each topic.

Maharashtra HSC Exam Pattern 2024: List of Elective Subjects

Students need to choose four subjects from their stream and then appear for the board exams accordingly for those subjects. There is a list of subjects presented by the Maharashtra Board of Secondary And Higher Secondary Education to be considered by the students when choosing the subjects. Check the list of elective subjects for each stream here:

Arts

• A Modern Indian Language
• A Modern Foreign Language
• Sanstrit
• Ardhamagadhi
• Pali
• Arabic
• Persian
• Avesta-Pahlavi
• History
• Geography
• Mathematics and Statistics
• Political Science
• Home Management (for Standard XI only)
• Food Science (for Standard XI only)
• Child Development (for Standard XII only)
• Textile (for Standard XII only)
• Sociology
• Philosophy
• Logic
• Psychology
• Economics
• Defence Studies
• Drawing,
• Design and Colour
• Composition
• History of Art & Appreciation
• History and Development of Indian Music
• Vocal Light Music (Practical I)
• Vocal Classical Music (Practical II)
• Instrumental Music (Practical III) OR
• Percussion
• European Music
• Historical Development of Indian Classical Dance
• Book-keeping & Accountancy
• Co-operation
• Education
• Occupational Orientation
• Information Technology
• English Literature

Commerce 

• Mathematics and Statistics
• Economics
• Geography
• Book-keeping and Accountancy
• Organisation of Commerce
• and Management
• Secretarial Practice
• Co-operation
• Occupational Orientation
• Defence Studies
• Information Technology
• English Literature

Science

• Mathematics and Statistics
• Geology
• Home Management (for Standard XI only)
• Food Science (for Standard XI only)
• Child Development (for Standard XII only).
• Textile (for Std. XII only)
• Psychology
• Economics
• Geography
• Defence-Studies
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Agriculture Science and Technology
• Animal Science and Technology
• Sociology
• Sanskrit
• Education
• Information Technology
• English literature.

Maharashtra HSC Paper Pattern 2024 

Students can refer to the Maharashtra HSC Paper Pattern 2024 from the pointers given below and refer to it to revise for the board exams:

• A 25% increase in objective questions: The board agreed to include 25% objective-type questions in the HSC examination question paper as part of the updated evaluation process. These questions will be in the form of  Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
• Reduction in total marks for final assessment: Another significant modification made by the Maharashtra Board is the reduction in total marks for final assessment. 
• All topics have an internal assessment or practical component: Maharashtra Board has implemented a 20-mark internal assessment or practical exam for all subjects in class 12. The theoretical paper will now be worth 80 marks, with 20 marks set aside for internal review. These 20 marks will be bifurcated in the following way-
• 5 marks will be for listening skills
• 5 marks for speech skills
• 10 marks for the respective subject-connected activity/experiment

Maharashtra HSC Marking Scheme 2024

Students can refer to the detailed subject-wise Maharashtra HSC Exam Pattern 2024 from the table given below. 

Maharashtra HSC Exam Pattern 2024: Preparation Tips

Students appearing for Maharashtra HSC Board 2024 are advised to go through the following preparation tips to perform well in their exams. 

• Make a proper study schedule –  After going through the Maharashtra HSC Time Table 2024, candidates should make an effective study plan where they must essentially devote a proper amount of time to all subjects. 

• Objective-type questions – To prepare for objective-type questions, students should have a clear concept and learn all definitions, formulae, and important terms/facts. While writing the exam, read the question and options carefully, calculate the answer first in your mind, and then choose the answer.

• Practice Everyday – As we know practice makes perfect. Make a habit to practice Mathematics, grammar, and writing comprehension, composition regularly. Also make notes on the important formulae, laws, and definitions. 

• Cover the entire Syllabus – It is of utmost importance to cover the entire Maharashtra HSC Syllabus 2023-24. Do not leave out any topic for the exam and don't do suggestive study. Consult teachers and expert faculty in case of any doubts.

• Health – Students are advised to have a proper diet and sleep well apart from studying. Ensuring physical soundness is an integral part of preparation for the exam.

• Solve Previous Years’ Papers and Sample Papers- Once you are done with the Maharashtra HSC syllabus you can start solving previous year’s question papers. Solving sample papers and previous years' question papers will ace your preparation. This will help them know about the type of questions that are asked in the exams. It will also help them work on their time management. Check Maharashtra MSBSHSE Class 12 Previous Years' Question Papers

The students need to learn detailed information regarding the Maharashtra HSC Exam Pattern 2024 to prepare for the board exams diligently. The subject-wise syllabus is also uploaded on the official website of the Maharashtra Board of Secondary And Higher Secondary Education for the help of the students. Make sure to study the subject-wise syllabus and the marking scheme to prepare well for the board exams.