Overview
The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE), popularly known as the Maharashtra Board, is the statutory body responsible for conducting secondary (Class10) and higher secondary (Class12) examinations in the state of Maharashtra, India. Established under the Maharashtra Secondary School Education Act, 1965, the Board functions from its headquarters in Mumbai and oversees more than 80,000 schools, both government and private.
Its primary objectives include:
- Formulating syllabi and textbooks in collaboration with the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT).
- Conducting standardized examinations and publishing results.
- Ensuring quality assurance and accreditation of schools.
- Providing training and professional development for teachers.
Organizational Structure
The Board is headed by a Chairman, who is a senior civil servant appointed by the state government. The executive hierarchy includes:
| Position | Role |
|---|---|
| Chairman | Overall policy direction and liaison with the state education department. |
| ViceChairman | Assists the Chairman; often the Director of Secondary Education. |
| Secretary (Examinations) | Supervises exam administration, result processing, and related logistics. |
| Director (Curriculum) | Oversees syllabus development, textbook approval, and pedagogy. |
| Regional Offices | Four regional centres (Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik) coordinate activities at the district level. |
Each district has an Education Officer who acts as the Boards representative for local schools.
Examinations Conducted
The Board conducts two major public examinations each year:
1. Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Class10
- Examination usually held in March.
- Subjects: Marathi, English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, plus optional languages.
- Assessment comprises theory papers, internal practicals (Science), and project work.
2. Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) Class12
- Examination usually held in FebruaryMarch.
- Three streams: Science, Commerce, and Arts.
- Each stream has compulsory core subjects and optional electives.
Important dates are announced on the official website and through school circulars. Late registrations are permitted only under exceptional circumstances and attract a nominal fee.
Curriculum and Syllabi
Curriculum development is a collaborative effort between MSBSHSE and SCERT. The process follows these steps:
- Needs analysis based on national education policy and state requirements.
- Drafting of syllabus outlines by subject experts.
- Public consultations with teachers, parents, and industry stakeholders.
- Finalization and approval by the Boards Curriculum Committee.
- Publication of textbooks in Marathi, English and Hindi.
The current syllabus emphasizes competencybased learning, digital literacy, and life skills. Notable additions include:
- Environmental Education across all grades.
- Computer Science and coding basics in secondary school.
- Entrepreneurship modules in the Commerce stream.
- Inclusive education provisions for children with special needs.
Results, Grading and Certification
Results are released online on the official portal and are also printed as hard copies. The Board follows a 100point grading system with the following classification:
| Grade | Score Range | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| A1 | 90100 | Excellent |
| A2 | 8089 | Very Good |
| B1 | 7079 | Good |
| B2 | 6069 | Above Average |
| C1 | 5059 | Average |
| C2 | 4049 | Pass |
| D | Below 40 | Fail |
Certificates are issued in a tamperproof format with QR codes that link to the verification portal.
Awards, Scholarships & Career Guidance
The Board recognises high achievers through several schemes:
- State Merit Scholarship: Awarded to the top 0.5% of HSC candidates in each stream.
- Rashtriya Ekalavya Samman: For students excelling in sports, arts, and cultural activities.
- Pratibha Scholarship: Supports meritorious students from economically weaker sections.
Career counselling sessions are organised at the district level, providing guidance on higher education options, entrance examinations, and vocational courses.
Contact & Useful Links
Headquarters: MSBSHSE, Karanj, Mumbai 400074, India
Phone: +912226015555
Email: info@msbseh.org
Official Website: https://mahahsscboard.maharashtra.gov.in
Key online services:
- Online admission forms for SSC and HSC.
- Result portal and certificate verification.
- Digital download of textbooks (eTextbook).
- Teacher training modules.
