The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education conducted the Class 10 Science Paper 2 examination on March 12, 2026 . The exam was held statewide from 11 AM to 2 PM. Students were required to arrive at their designated exam centers at least 45 minutes prior to the start time. The examination was administered in a pen-and-paper format across more than 50 centers.
Exam Structure and Content
Science Paper 2 focused on Biology and Environment topics. The paper was worth a total of 80 marks . According to the exam pattern, students faced a variety of question types. These included Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), very short-answer questions, short-answer questions, and long-answer questions.
| Question Type | Marks Allotted |
|---|---|
| MCQs and Objective Questions | 20 |
| Very Short Answers | 12 |
| Short Answers | 21 |
| Long Answer and Case-Based Questions | 27 |
Post-Examination Analysis
Following the conclusion of the examination, student feedback was collected to assess the paper’s overall difficulty. Initial reports indicate the question paper included a mix of difficulty levels. A detailed analysis will be provided once all student reviews are compiled and analyzed.
The Maharashtra State Board is expected to release official answer keys for the Science Paper 2 exam. Unofficial answer keys, prepared by subject experts, are also anticipated shortly after the exam concludes. Students can use these resources to cross-reference their answers and estimate their potential scores.
Students who appeared for the Science 1 examination can also access the Maharashtra SSC Science Paper 1 Answer Key 2026 for analysis. Further updates and detailed question paper analysis will be made available to students.