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Key Facts: Maharashtra HSC Psychology Exam
3 hours
Typical Maharashtra HSC Psychology theory paper duration
MSBSHSE HSC exam pattern reporting for Arts subjects including Psychology
35%
Common minimum passing floor per HSC subject under MSBSHSE
Maharashtra HSC pass-mark practice (~35% each subject)
80 + 20
Common theory + internal/project mark split for HSC Psychology (code 48)
Maharashtra HSC subject-wise mark distribution reporting
Subject code 48
Official MSBSHSE HSC subject code for Psychology
MSBSHSE HSC general subject codes (mahahsscboard.org/hscsub.htm)
Mixed written paper
Official Psychology papers mix objective, short, and long items — not pure MCQ
MSBSHSE HSC Psychology paper-pattern summaries
English MCQ adaptation
This free local bank is not the official Higher Secondary paper format
OpenExamPrep practice policy
Maharashtra MSBSHSE HSC Psychology (code 48) is a Class 12 public-exam theory subject of about 3 hours (commonly 80+20) with ~35% pass floor, covering Balbharati themes from scientific methods through disorders, ALGEE, and positive psychology — not a pure MCQ board paper. This free 2026 bank is an English MCQ study adaptation for concept fluency.
Sample Maharashtra HSC Psychology Practice Questions
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1Till about 1879, psychology was mainly treated as a branch of:
2Who established the world’s first psychology laboratory in 1879 at the University of Leipzig?
3Which key feature of science means knowledge is based on verifiable observation or experiment?
4In experimental research, the variable the researcher deliberately manipulates is the:
5Which school of thought is widely regarded as the first school in psychology and used introspection?
6William James is best known as a major advocate of which early perspective?
7Which research method in psychology assigns participants to conditions and seeks cause–effect under controlled settings?
8A correlation study in psychology primarily aims to:
9Which challenge is most accurately highlighted when arguing that psychology is ‘not an exact science like physics’?
10Sigmund Freud’s psychoanalysis primarily emphasised study of the:
About the Maharashtra HSC Psychology Exam
Maharashtra HSC Psychology under MSBSHSE covers Class 12 Psychology aligned to Balbharati Standard XII and board subject code 48. Core themes include psychology as a scientific discipline (features of science, history, research methods, rationality); intelligence (definitions, unitary vs multiple perspectives, measurement, social/emotional/artificial intelligence trends); personality (shaping factors, Jung, Allport traits, Big Five/OCEAN, behavioural analysis, inventories, projective methods); cognitive processes (attention, perception, thinking, learning); emotions (theories, Plutchik’s model, well-being, anger management); psychological disorders (criteria, mental wellness continuum, DSM-5 major categories); first aid in mental health (need for help, ALGEE action plan, depression/anxiety first aid); and positive psychology (Seligman, happiness, optimism, empathy, mindfulness, resilience and the 7 C’s). Official assessment is typically a ~3-hour theory paper for 80 marks plus 20 internal/project marks, with about 35% required to pass. This free local bank provides English four-option MCQs for revision; pair it with Balbharati textbooks, written short/long answers, and official papers via mahahsscboard.in.
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Assessment
Maharashtra Higher Secondary Psychology is an HSC (Class 12) theory subject under MSBSHSE, Pune (subject code 48). Official logistics commonly describe about 3 hours of written theory work for 80 marks, with 20 marks internal assessment / project, for a 100-mark subject total. Qualifying typically requires about 35% in the subject. Syllabus centres on Balbharati Standard XII Psychology: psychology as a scientific discipline; intelligence; personality; cognitive processes; emotions; psychological disorders; first aid in mental health; and positive psychology. 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.
Psychology as a Scientific Discipline
Science features, history, schools, research methods, rationality.
Intelligence
Definitions, perspectives, IQ, tests, new trends.
Personality
Factors, Jung, Allport, Big Five, measurement.
Cognitive Processes
Attention, perception, thinking, learning.
Emotions
Theories, Plutchik, physiology, well-being, anger.
Psychological Disorders
Criteria, wellness continuum, major DSM-5 families.
First Aid in Mental Health
Need for first aid, ALGEE, depression/anxiety support.
Positive Psychology
Happiness, optimism, empathy, mindfulness, resilience.
Preparing for the Maharashtra HSC Psychology Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 35%
- Assessment: Maharashtra Higher Secondary Psychology is an HSC (Class 12) theory subject under MSBSHSE, Pune (subject code 48). Official logistics commonly describe about 3 hours of written theory work for 80 marks, with 20 marks internal assessment / project, for a 100-mark subject total. Qualifying typically requires about 35% in the subject. Syllabus centres on Balbharati Standard XII Psychology: psychology as a scientific discipline; intelligence; personality; cognitive processes; emotions; psychological disorders; first aid in mental health; and positive psychology. 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 Psychology officially examined?
Psychology is examined under the Maharashtra Higher Secondary Certificate Examination as a Class 12 theory subject (MSBSHSE subject code 48). Logistics commonly describe about 3 hours of written theory work for 80 marks, plus 20 marks internal assessment / project, for a 100-mark total. Papers typically mix objective, short-answer, and long-answer 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 Psychology paper?
No. Official MSBSHSE HSC Psychology papers mix objective items with short and long written answers (and internal/project work). This bank is an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation for concepts, definitions, and applications only — not an official translation, blueprint replica, or full written-paper simulation.
What syllabus does this bank follow?
It is aligned to Maharashtra HSC / Class 12 Psychology under MSBSHSE and Balbharati Standard XII Psychology chapters: Psychology as a Scientific Discipline; Intelligence; Personality; Cognitive Processes; Emotions; Psychological Disorders; First Aid in Mental Health; and Positive Psychology. Always confirm the current Balbharati/MSBSHSE syllabus for your year.
What is the pass mark for Maharashtra HSC Psychology?
MSBSHSE commonly requires a minimum of about 35% in each subject (including Psychology) out of the full 100-mark total with theory and internal components as applicable. Always verify the current Higher Secondary notification for your sitting.
What is the official subject code for HSC Psychology?
MSBSHSE lists Psychology as subject code 48 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/1203010505.pdf), and your divisional board portals for results and hall tickets.