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Key Facts: Maharashtra HSC Physics Exam
3 hours
Typical Maharashtra HSC Physics theory paper duration
MSBSHSE HSC exam pattern reporting for Physics (code 54)
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 Physics (code 54)
Maharashtra HSC subject-wise mark distribution reporting
Subject code 54
Official MSBSHSE HSC subject code for Physics
MSBSHSE HSC general subject codes (mahahsscboard.org/hscsub.htm)
16 chapters
Balbharati Standard XII Physics unit structure commonly examined
Balbharati Std XII Physics textbook and MSBSHSE weightage summaries
English MCQ adaptation
This free local bank is not the official Higher Secondary paper format
OpenExamPrep practice policy
Maharashtra MSBSHSE HSC Physics (code 54) is a Class 12 public-exam science subject of about 3 hours theory (commonly 70+30 with practical) with ~35% pass floor, covering Balbharati themes from rotational dynamics through semiconductor devices — not a pure MCQ board paper. This free 2026 bank is an English MCQ study adaptation for concepts and calculation fluency.
Sample Maharashtra HSC Physics Practice Questions
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1For a particle in uniform circular motion of radius r with constant speed v, the magnitude of centripetal acceleration is:
2Moment of inertia of a rigid body about an axis is defined as the sum of mᵢrᵢ² of its mass elements. Its SI unit is:
3According to the parallel-axis theorem, if I_cm is the moment of inertia about an axis through the centre of mass and M is total mass, then MOI about a parallel axis at distance h is:
4A particle of mass m moves in a vertical circle of radius R on a light string. The minimum speed at the lowest point so that it just completes the circle is:
5Torque τ and angular acceleration α of a rigid body about a fixed axis are related by:
6A solid sphere of mass M and radius R rolls without slipping with centre-of-mass speed v. Its total kinetic energy is:
7A disc of moment of inertia 0.2 kg m² is spinning at 10 rad/s. If a torque of 0.4 N m acts for 5 s about the spin axis, the final angular speed is:
8Pressure in a fluid at rest increases with depth h according to (ρ density, g gravity):
9Bernoulli’s equation for steady, incompressible, non-viscous flow along a streamline is based primarily on:
10Stokes’ law for the viscous drag on a small sphere of radius r moving with speed v in a fluid of viscosity η is:
About the Maharashtra HSC Physics Exam
Maharashtra HSC Physics under MSBSHSE covers Class 12 Physics aligned to Balbharati Standard XII and board subject code 54. Core themes include rotational dynamics and circular motion; mechanical properties of fluids; kinetic theory of gases and thermal radiation; laws of thermodynamics and heat engines; simple harmonic motion and oscillations; superposition of waves on strings and in air columns; wave optics (interference, diffraction, polarisation); electrostatics and capacitors; current electricity and circuit analysis; magnetic fields of currents; magnetic materials; electromagnetic induction; alternating-current circuits; dual nature of radiation and matter; atomic and nuclear structure; and semiconductor devices. 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 concept and numerical revision; pair it with Balbharati textbooks, written short/long answers, laboratory practice, and official papers via mahahsscboard.in.
Exam sponsor: Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE), Pune. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Assessment
Maharashtra Higher Secondary Physics is an HSC (Class 12) science subject under MSBSHSE, Pune (subject code 54). Official logistics commonly describe about 3 hours of written theory work for 70 marks, with 30 marks practical (experiments, activity, viva, certified journal), for a 100-mark subject total. Qualifying typically requires about 35% in the subject. Syllabus centres on Balbharati Standard XII Physics across 16 chapters: rotational dynamics; mechanical properties of fluids; kinetic theory of gases and radiation; thermodynamics; oscillations; superposition of waves; wave optics; electrostatics; current electricity; magnetic fields due to electric current; magnetic materials; electromagnetic induction; AC circuits; dual nature of radiation and matter; structure of atoms and nuclei; and semiconductor devices. 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
We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.
Rotational Dynamics
Circular motion, MOI, torque, angular momentum, rolling.
Mechanical Properties of Fluids
Pressure, viscosity, Bernoulli, surface tension.
Kinetic Theory and Radiation
Ideal gas, rms speed, degrees of freedom, blackbody laws.
Thermodynamics
Laws of thermo, engines, Carnot, entropy.
Oscillations
SHM, energy, pendulum, damping, resonance.
Superposition of Waves
Beats, standing waves, strings and pipes.
Wave Optics
Interference, diffraction, polarisation, resolving power.
Electrostatics
Coulomb, field, potential, Gauss, capacitors.
Current Electricity
Ohm, Kirchhoff, networks, cells.
Magnetic Fields of Currents
Biot–Savart, Ampere, wires, loops, solenoids.
Magnetic Materials
Dia/para/ferro, hysteresis, magnetisation.
Electromagnetic Induction
Faraday, Lenz, inductance, motional emf.
AC Circuits
LCR, impedance, resonance, power factor.
Dual Nature
Photoelectric effect, de Broglie waves.
Atoms and Nuclei
Bohr model, binding energy, radioactivity.
Semiconductor Devices
Bands, diodes, transistors basics.
Preparing for the Maharashtra HSC Physics Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 35%
- Assessment: Maharashtra Higher Secondary Physics is an HSC (Class 12) science subject under MSBSHSE, Pune (subject code 54). Official logistics commonly describe about 3 hours of written theory work for 70 marks, with 30 marks practical (experiments, activity, viva, certified journal), for a 100-mark subject total. Qualifying typically requires about 35% in the subject. Syllabus centres on Balbharati Standard XII Physics across 16 chapters: rotational dynamics; mechanical properties of fluids; kinetic theory of gases and radiation; thermodynamics; oscillations; superposition of waves; wave optics; electrostatics; current electricity; magnetic fields due to electric current; magnetic materials; electromagnetic induction; AC circuits; dual nature of radiation and matter; structure of atoms and nuclei; and semiconductor devices. 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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Maharashtra HSC Physics: Suggested Study Strategy
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Maharashtra HSC Physics officially examined?
Physics is examined under the Maharashtra Higher Secondary Certificate Examination as a Class 12 science subject (MSBSHSE subject code 54). Logistics commonly describe about 3 hours of written theory work for 70 marks, plus 30 marks practical (experiments, activity, viva, certified journal), for a 100-mark total. Papers typically mix MCQs, very short answers, short answers, and long answers. Candidates generally need about 35% in the subject to pass (often with separate theory and practical floors). Confirm the year’s syllabus, timetable, and circulars on mahahsscboard.in.
Is this practice bank the same format as the official HSC Physics paper?
No. Official MSBSHSE HSC Physics papers mix a limited set of objective MCQs with short and long written answers plus a separate practical exam. This bank is an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation for concepts, formulas, and numericals only — not an official translation, blueprint replica, full written-paper simulation, or practical assessment.
What syllabus does this bank follow?
It is aligned to Maharashtra HSC / Class 12 Physics under MSBSHSE and Balbharati Standard XII Physics themes across 16 chapters: rotational dynamics; mechanical properties of fluids; kinetic theory of gases and radiation; thermodynamics; oscillations; superposition of waves; wave optics; electrostatics; current electricity; magnetic fields due to electric current; magnetic materials; electromagnetic induction; AC circuits; dual nature of radiation and matter; structure of atoms and nuclei; and semiconductor devices. Always confirm the current Balbharati/MSBSHSE syllabus for your year.
What is the pass mark for Maharashtra HSC Physics?
MSBSHSE commonly requires a minimum of about 35% in each subject (including Physics) out of the full 100-mark total with theory and practical components as applicable. Many published patterns also cite separate floors for theory and practical. Always verify the current Higher Secondary notification for your sitting.
What is the official subject code for HSC Physics?
MSBSHSE lists Physics as subject code 54 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 for Standard XII Physics), and your divisional board portals for results and hall tickets.