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Maharashtra HSC Biology Exam 2026 LIVE: Most Expected Questions; Short Notes, Topics Weightage & Expert Tips

Supreeta Roy

Updated On: February 24, 2026 06:15 AM

The Maharashtra HSC Biology Exam 2026 is on Feb 25, 2026, from 11 AM to 2 PM. This live blog offers expected questions, short notes, topic weightage, and expert tips for last-minute revision. 
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Maharashtra HSC Biology Exam 2026 : MSBSHSE will conduct Maharashtra HSC Biology Exam 2026 on February 25, 2026, from 11 AM to 2 PM. Since not much time is left for the test, candidates must start revising their syllabus to retain all concepts before the examination. Here, we have provided the most expected questions, short notes, topic weightage, and expert tips to help candidates enhance their last-minute preparation in the live blog. Additionally, some must-knows of Maharashtra Class 12 Biology Exam 2026 have also been shared below.

Maharashtra HSC Biology Exam 2026: Quick Facts

The following table displays the quick facts related to Maharashtra HSC Biology Exam 2026:

Particulars

Details

Name of the Exam

Higher Secondary Certificate Examination 2026

Conducting Body

Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education

Exam Mode

Offline (Pen-and-Paper)

Question Paper Type

Descriptive, Objective (MCQs), and Diagram-based

Total Number of Questions

31 Questions (divided into 4 sections)

Section-Wise Questions

  • Section A: Q.1 (10 MCQs), Q.2 (8 Very Short Answers)
  • Section B: Q.3 to Q.14 (12 Short Answers - attempt any 8)
  • Section C: Q.15 to Q.26 (12 Short Answers - attempt any 8)
  • Section D: Q.27 to Q.31 (5 Long Answers - attempt any 3)

Total Marks

100 Marks (70 Theory + 30 Practical/Internal)

Section-Wise Marks

  • Section A: 18 Marks (10 + 8)
  • Section B: 16 Marks (2 marks each)
  • Section C: 24 Marks (3 marks each)
  • Section D: 12 Marks (4 marks each)

Marking Scheme

1 mark for MCQs/VSA; 2 marks for SA-I; 3 marks for SA-II; 4 marks for LA

Negative Marking

None

Stay tuned to the LIVE Blog for more updates on Maharashtra HSC Biology Exam 2026 expected questions, short notes, topic weightage, expert tips, and more.

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Maharashtra HSC Biology Exam 2026 LIVE

  • 06 15 AM IST - 24 Feb'26

    Maharashtra HSC Biology Exam 2026: Most Expected Question for Revision 6

    Q: Define Biopiracy.

    A: Biopiracy is the unauthorized use of bioresources by multinational companies or organizations without proper authorization or compensation to the country or people concerned.

  • 06 00 AM IST - 24 Feb'26

    Most Expected Question for Revision 5

    Q: What are the two types of Nucleic Acids? Mention their basic units.

    A: DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) and RNA (Ribonucleic Acid). Their basic structural units are Nucleotides.

  • 05 45 AM IST - 24 Feb'26

    Most Expected Question for Revision 4

    Q: Define "Linkage" as proposed by T.H. Morgan.

    A: Linkage is the tendency of two or more genes present on the same chromosome to be inherited together in the next generation.

  • 05 30 AM IST - 24 Feb'26

    Maharashtra HSC Biology Exam 2026: Most Expected Question for Revision 3

    Q: Distinguish between Analogous and Homologous organs.

    A: Homologous: Same structural origin but different functions (e.g., Forelimbs of whale and cat). Analogous: Different structural origin but perform similar functions (e.g., Wings of butterfly and bird).

  • 05 15 AM IST - 24 Feb'26

    Most Expected Question for Revision 2

    Q: What is the function of the Acrosome in human sperm?

    A: The acrosome contains hyaluronidase and acrosin enzymes that dissolve the layers of the ovum (zona pellucida), allowing the sperm to penetrate and fertilize the egg.

  • 05 00 AM IST - 24 Feb'26

    Maharashtra HSC Biology Exam 2026: Most Expected Question for Revision 1

    Q: Define Parthenocarpy and give an example.

    A: Parthenocarpy is the development of fruit without fertilization. This results in seedless fruits. Example: Banana, Grapes.

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