Maharashtra HSC Board Exams 2027: MSBSHSE Announces Dates for Class 12 Theory Papers

The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has officially announced the examination window for the 2027 Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) board exams. According to the latest notification, the theory examinations for Class 12 students across the Arts, Science, and Commerce streams are scheduled to take place from February 8 to March 16, 2027.

While the board has confirmed these primary dates, the comprehensive, subject-wise timetable is still pending. The MSBSHSE has indicated that this detailed schedule, which will outline specific dates and sessions for individual subjects, will be published separately on its official website in due course. Students are advised to wait for the formal release of the PDF document to confirm their specific examination dates.

Practical and Internal Assessment Schedule

In addition to the theory papers, the board has outlined the timeline for practical, oral, and internal assessment examinations. These assessments are slated to be conducted between January 20 and February 6, 2027. These evaluations form a critical part of the overall HSC assessment process, and students should prepare accordingly in coordination with their respective institutions.

Although a specific release date for the detailed subject-wise timetable has not been provided, historical trends suggest that the board typically releases the final date sheet around late October or early November. For instance, the 2026 examination schedule was made available in late October of the preceding year. Consequently, students can anticipate the 2027 schedule to follow a similar release pattern.

Accessing the Official Timetable

Once the MSBSHSE publishes the final timetable, students will be able to download the official PDF directly from the board's website at mahahsscboard.in. The document will contain essential information, including subject-wise exam dates, session timings, and specific instructions for candidates appearing for General, Bifocal, and Vocational courses.

The board typically conducts examinations in two shifts: a morning session from 11:00 am to 2:10 pm and an afternoon session from 3:00 pm to 6:10 pm. Candidates are reminded to monitor the official portal regularly for the release of the final date sheet and to ensure they are familiar with the exam centre reporting requirements once the schedule is confirmed.