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Key Facts: Maharashtra HSC Chemistry Exam
3 hours
Typical Maharashtra HSC Chemistry theory paper duration
MSBSHSE HSC exam pattern reporting for science subjects including Chemistry
35%
Common minimum passing floor per HSC subject under MSBSHSE
Maharashtra HSC pass-mark practice (~35% each subject)
70 + 30
Common theory + practical mark split for HSC Chemistry (code 55)
Maharashtra HSC subject-wise mark distribution reporting for Chemistry
Subject code 55
Official MSBSHSE HSC subject code for Chemistry
MSBSHSE HSC general subject codes (mahahsscboard.org/hscsub.htm)
Mixed written paper
Official Chemistry papers mix objective, short, long, and numerical items — not pure MCQ
MSBSHSE HSC Chemistry paper-pattern summaries
English MCQ adaptation
This free local bank is not the official Higher Secondary paper format
OpenExamPrep practice policy
Maharashtra MSBSHSE HSC Chemistry (code 55) is a Class 12 public-exam science subject of about 3 hours theory (commonly 70+30) with ~35% pass floor, covering Balbharati physical, inorganic, and organic chemistry — not a pure MCQ board paper. This free 2026 bank is an English MCQ study adaptation for concept and calculation fluency.
Sample Maharashtra HSC Chemistry Practice Questions
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1A solid in which constituent particles are arranged in a long-range, repeating three-dimensional pattern is called a:
2How many atoms are effectively present in a face-centred cubic (FCC) unit cell?
3The packing efficiency of a body-centred cubic (BCC) crystal structure is closest to:
4An octahedral void in a close-packed structure is surrounded by how many spheres?
5The density of a crystal is given by ρ = (Z × M) / (a³ × N_A), where a is the edge length. If Z doubles and a remains constant, density:
6A Schottky defect in an ionic crystal involves:
7A metal crystallises in FCC with edge length a = 400 pm and molar mass M = 60 g mol⁻¹. Approximate density (N_A = 6.0 × 10²³) is closest to:
8Molality (m) is defined as:
9According to Raoult’s law for an ideal solution of a non-volatile solute, the vapour pressure of the solvent is:
10Which colligative property depends on the number of solute particles, not their chemical identity?
About the Maharashtra HSC Chemistry Exam
Maharashtra HSC Chemistry under MSBSHSE covers Class 12 Chemistry aligned to Balbharati Standard XII and board subject code 55. Core themes include the solid state (unit cells, packing, defects); solutions and colligative properties; ionic equilibria and buffers; chemical thermodynamics and spontaneity; electrochemistry (cells, Nernst, conductance); chemical kinetics; p-block Groups 16–18; d- and f-block elements; coordination compounds; organic halogen derivatives through amines; biomolecules; polymers; and green chemistry/nanochemistry. Official assessment is typically a ~3-hour theory paper for 70 marks plus 30 practical marks, with about 35% required to pass. This free local bank provides English four-option MCQs for revision (including calculation items); pair it with Balbharati textbooks, written short/long/numerical answers, practical work, and official papers via mahahsscboard.in.
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Assessment
Maharashtra Higher Secondary Chemistry is an HSC (Class 12) science subject under MSBSHSE, Pune (subject code 55). Official logistics commonly describe about 3 hours of written theory work for 70 marks, with 30 marks practical, for a 100-mark subject total. Qualifying typically requires about 35% in the subject. Syllabus centres on Balbharati Standard XII Chemistry: Solid State; Solutions; Ionic Equilibria; Chemical Thermodynamics; Electrochemistry; Chemical Kinetics; Elements of Groups 16, 17 and 18; Transition and Inner Transition Elements; Coordination Compounds; Halogen Derivatives; Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers; Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids; Amines; Biomolecules; Introduction to Polymer Chemistry; and Green Chemistry and Nanochemistry. English/Marathi medium materials are typical; this practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation. Confirm current syllabus and circulars on mahahsscboard.in.
Time Limit
3 hours
Passing Score
35%
Exam / Certification Fees
As notified by MSBSHSE and paid through affiliated junior colleges for regular and private/improvement sittings (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories).
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Our practice resources: topics covered
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Solid State
Unit cells, packing, voids, defects, crystal density.
Solutions
Concentration, Raoult’s law, colligative properties.
Ionic Equilibria
pH, buffers, common ion, Ksp.
Chemical Thermodynamics
Enthalpy, entropy, Gibbs energy, Hess’s law.
Electrochemistry
Cells, Nernst, conductance, Faraday calculations.
Chemical Kinetics
Rate laws, order, half-life, Arrhenius.
p-Block Groups 16–18
O, S, halogens, noble gases and compounds.
d- and f-Block
Transition metals, colour, magnetism, lanthanoids.
Coordination Compounds
Nomenclature, isomerism, VBT/CFT.
Halogen Derivatives
SN1/SN2, elimination, halide types.
Alcohols, Phenols, Ethers
Preparation, acidity, key reactions.
Carbonyl & Carboxylic Acids
Nucleophilic addition, tests, acidity.
Amines
Basicity, Hinsberg, diazonium.
Biomolecules
Carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids.
Polymers
Addition vs condensation polymers.
Green Chemistry & Nano
Principles, atom economy, nanomaterials.
Preparing for the Maharashtra HSC Chemistry Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 35%
- Assessment: Maharashtra Higher Secondary Chemistry is an HSC (Class 12) science subject under MSBSHSE, Pune (subject code 55). Official logistics commonly describe about 3 hours of written theory work for 70 marks, with 30 marks practical, for a 100-mark subject total. Qualifying typically requires about 35% in the subject. Syllabus centres on Balbharati Standard XII Chemistry: Solid State; Solutions; Ionic Equilibria; Chemical Thermodynamics; Electrochemistry; Chemical Kinetics; Elements of Groups 16, 17 and 18; Transition and Inner Transition Elements; Coordination Compounds; Halogen Derivatives; Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers; Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids; Amines; Biomolecules; Introduction to Polymer Chemistry; and Green Chemistry and Nanochemistry. English/Marathi medium materials are typical; this practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation. Confirm current syllabus and circulars on mahahsscboard.in.
- Time limit: 3 hours
- Exam / certification fees: As notified by MSBSHSE and paid through affiliated junior colleges for regular and private/improvement sittings (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories). Official sources
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is Maharashtra HSC Chemistry officially examined?
Chemistry is examined under the Maharashtra Higher Secondary Certificate Examination as a Class 12 science subject (MSBSHSE subject code 55). Logistics commonly describe about 3 hours of written theory work for 70 marks, plus 30 marks practical, for a 100-mark total. Papers typically mix objective, short-answer, long-answer, and numerical components. Candidates generally need about 35% in the subject to pass. Confirm the year’s syllabus, timetable, and circulars on mahahsscboard.in.
Is this practice bank the same format as the official HSC Chemistry paper?
No. Official MSBSHSE HSC Chemistry papers mix objective items with short and long written answers, numericals, and a practical component. This bank is an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation for concepts and calculations only — not an official translation, blueprint replica, or full written-paper/practical simulation.
What syllabus does this bank follow?
It is aligned to Maharashtra HSC / Class 12 Chemistry under MSBSHSE and Balbharati Standard XII Chemistry themes: Solid State; Solutions; Ionic Equilibria; Chemical Thermodynamics; Electrochemistry; Chemical Kinetics; Elements of Groups 16, 17 and 18; Transition and Inner Transition Elements; Coordination Compounds; Halogen Derivatives; Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers; Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids; Amines; Biomolecules; Introduction to Polymer Chemistry; and Green Chemistry and Nanochemistry. Always confirm the current Balbharati/MSBSHSE syllabus for your year.
What is the pass mark for Maharashtra HSC Chemistry?
MSBSHSE commonly requires a minimum of about 35% in each subject (including Chemistry) out of the full 100-mark total with theory and practical components as applicable. Always verify the current Higher Secondary notification for your sitting.
What is the official subject code for HSC Chemistry?
MSBSHSE lists Chemistry as subject code 55 in the HSC general subject codes scheme (see mahahsscboard.org/hscsub.htm and official question-paper listings). Confirm against your college subject registration and admit card.
Where should I check official syllabus, papers, and results?
Use the MSBSHSE site at mahahsscboard.in for circulars and question papers, mahahsscboard.org/hscsub.htm for subject codes, Balbharati digital textbooks (e.g. books.ebalbharati.in/pdfs/1203030414.pdf), and your divisional board portals for results and hall tickets.