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Key Facts: Maharashtra SSC Arithmetic (MSBSHSE) Exam

Code 76

MSBSHSE SSC subject code for Arithmetic

MSBSHSE SSC subject / timetable listings (Arithmetic)

Divyang pathway

Arithmetic is commonly scheduled as an alternative maths pathway for eligible Divyang candidates

MSBSHSE SSC timetable listings alongside Algebra/Mathematics 71 papers

≠ 71 / 74

Distinct from Mathematics/Algebra (code 71) and General Mathematics (code 74)

MSBSHSE SSC subject code listings

35%

Commonly reported minimum pass mark overall per subject (confirm year circular)

MSBSHSE SSC pass-criteria summaries

Fees via schools

Examination fees as notified by MSBSHSE through secondary schools

MSBSHSE candidate fee / school circular practice

MCQ study aid

Local bank is a 100-item English MCQ adaptation — not a full official written paper

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Maharashtra SSC Arithmetic (MSBSHSE, code 76) is a mixed written practical-arithmetic paper, commonly a Divyang-eligible alternative maths pathway — distinct from Mathematics 71 and Gen. Maths 74. Pass is commonly ~35% overall as notified. Fees are as notified by MSBSHSE through schools. This free 2026 bank is an English MCQ study adaptation for calculation skills — not an official paper simulation and not a substitute for the written exam.

Sample Maharashtra SSC Arithmetic (MSBSHSE) Practice Questions

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1What is 48 + 275 + 36?
A.349
B.459
C.369
D.359
Explanation: 48 + 275 = 323, and 323 + 36 = 359.
2Subtract: 804 − 367.
A.437
B.447
C.537
D.463
Explanation: After regrouping: ones 14 − 7 = 7, tens 9 − 6 = 3, hundreds 7 − 3 = 4, so 804 − 367 = 437.
3What is 27 × 6?
A.162
B.152
C.142
D.172
Explanation: 20 × 6 = 120 and 7 × 6 = 42; total 162.
4What is 312 ÷ 8?
A.39
B.38
C.36
D.41
Explanation: 8 × 39 = 312, so 312 ÷ 8 = 39.
5Evaluate: 9 + 4 × 5.
A.29
B.45
C.65
D.85
Explanation: Multiply before adding: 4 × 5 = 20, then 9 + 20 = 29.
6Round 6,847 to the nearest hundred.
A.6,800
B.6,840
C.6,900
D.7,000
Explanation: The tens digit is 4 (< 5), so 6,847 rounds down to 6,800.
7What is the HCF (GCD) of 36 and 48?
A.6
B.24
C.18
D.12
Explanation: 36 = 2² × 3² and 48 = 2⁴ × 3. HCF = 2² × 3 = 12.
8What is the LCM of 12 and 18?
A.36
B.54
C.72
D.216
Explanation: 12 = 2² × 3 and 18 = 2 × 3². LCM = 2² × 3² = 36.
9What is 15²?
A.225
B.220
C.215
D.230
Explanation: 15 × 15 = (10 + 5)² = 100 + 100 + 25 = 225.
10What is the square root of 144?
A.12
B.11
C.10
D.14
Explanation: 12 × 12 = 144, so √144 = 12.

About the Maharashtra SSC Arithmetic (MSBSHSE) Exam

Maharashtra SSC Arithmetic is the Class 10 Secondary School Certificate practical arithmetic paper listed as subject code 76 on MSBSHSE SSC subject and timetable listings (mahahsscboard.in / related board portals), under the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE), Pune. It is commonly scheduled as an alternative mathematics pathway for eligible Divyang candidates and appears in SSC public examination timetables alongside Algebra / Mathematics (code 71) papers for other candidate streams. It is distinct from General Mathematics (code 74) and full Mathematics / Algebra (code 71). It assesses practical Class 10 arithmetic — number systems, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratio and proportion, unitary method, profit–loss and discount, simple and compound interest, time and work, time–speed–distance, averages, basic mensuration, data interpretation, HCF/LCM, and squares, cubes and roots — as set out in board schemes and school materials. Official assessment is mixed written theory, not pure MCQ. Fees are as notified by MSBSHSE through schools. Pass marks are commonly described as about 35% overall with a separate theory floor where applicable. The 100 questions on this page are a free English-language multiple-choice study adaptation with explanations; they are not a full simulation of the official written paper and do not replace official written practice.

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Assessment

Official Maharashtra SSC Arithmetic (subject code 76) assesses practical arithmetic — number systems, fractions and decimals, percentages, ratio and proportion, unitary method, profit–loss and discount, simple and compound interest, time and work, time–speed–distance, averages, basic mensuration (perimeter, area, volume), data interpretation, HCF/LCM, and squares/cubes/roots — through a mixed written theory paper as notified for the examination year. Arithmetic is commonly listed on SSC timetables as an alternative mathematics pathway for eligible Divyang candidates and is distinct from Mathematics/Algebra (code 71) and General Mathematics (code 74). This free bank is an English MCQ study adaptation covering those calculation strands — not a full simulation of the official written paper, Mathematics 71, or Gen. Maths 74.

Time Limit

As notified (year's SSC timetable)

Passing Score

35%

Exam / Certification Fees

As notified by MSBSHSE through secondary schools (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.

~12% of this local bank

Number Systems, HCF, LCM, Squares, Cubes & Roots

Whole-number operations, factors, HCF/LCM, squares, cubes, and square/cube roots.

~14% of this local bank

Fractions, Decimals & Percentages

Fraction/decimal operations, conversions, and percentage increase or decrease problems.

~12% of this local bank

Ratio, Proportion & Unitary Method

Ratios, direct/inverse proportion, sharing, and unitary-method rate calculations.

~14% of this local bank

Profit, Loss, Discount & Financial Literacy

CP/SP, profit–loss percent, discount, and everyday money applications.

~10% of this local bank

Simple & Compound Interest

SI = PRT/100, amount, and basic whole-year compound interest.

~12% of this local bank

Time & Work; Time, Speed & Distance

Work rates, combined work, speed–distance–time, and related multi-step items.

~16% of this local bank

Averages, Mensuration & Data Interpretation

Mean, perimeter/area/volume basics, and numeric table or chart reading.

~10% of this local bank

Mixed Applied Arithmetic

Multi-step word problems combining commercial maths, rates, and measurement.

Preparing for the Maharashtra SSC Arithmetic (MSBSHSE) Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 35%
  • Assessment: Official Maharashtra SSC Arithmetic (subject code 76) assesses practical arithmetic — number systems, fractions and decimals, percentages, ratio and proportion, unitary method, profit–loss and discount, simple and compound interest, time and work, time–speed–distance, averages, basic mensuration (perimeter, area, volume), data interpretation, HCF/LCM, and squares/cubes/roots — through a mixed written theory paper as notified for the examination year. Arithmetic is commonly listed on SSC timetables as an alternative mathematics pathway for eligible Divyang candidates and is distinct from Mathematics/Algebra (code 71) and General Mathematics (code 74). This free bank is an English MCQ study adaptation covering those calculation strands — not a full simulation of the official written paper, Mathematics 71, or Gen. Maths 74.
  • Time limit: As notified (year's SSC timetable)
  • Exam / certification fees: As notified by MSBSHSE through secondary schools (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories). Official sources

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Maharashtra SSC Arithmetic (MSBSHSE): Suggested Study Strategy

1Drill mental and written calculation of percentages, ratio shares, and unitary rates daily — high-frequency Arithmetic marks.
2Always convert mixed numbers and decimals carefully before operating; rewrite fractions with a common denominator when adding or subtracting.
3For profit–loss, fix CP as the base for profit/loss percent and SP as the base only when the problem asks discount on marked price.
4Memorise SI = (P × R × T)/100 and A = P(1 + R/100)^n for whole-year compound interest at Class 10 depth.
5In time–work, convert each person to a work-rate fraction of the job per day before combining rates.
6For speed–distance–time, keep units consistent (km/h with hours, or convert minutes carefully).
7Mensuration: write the formula first (P = 2(l+b), A = l×b, A = πr², V = l×b×h), then substitute — avoid skipping the formula step.
8After MCQ concept checks, solve official-style Arithmetic model papers under timed conditions with full written working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the official Maharashtra SSC Arithmetic exam only multiple choice?

No. Official Arithmetic (subject code 76) is a mixed written theory paper in practical arithmetic. Exact section design follows the year's scheme. This bank is a free English MCQ study adaptation for calculation fluency — not a full written-paper substitute or official paper simulation.

What is subject code 76, and how is it different from Mathematics 71 and Gen. Maths 74?

On MSBSHSE SSC subject and timetable listings, code 76 is Arithmetic. Full Mathematics / Algebra is commonly listed as code 71, and General Mathematics as code 74. Arithmetic is a separate paper — often scheduled as an alternative mathematics pathway for eligible Divyang candidates — and must not be treated as a substitute bank for Mathematics 71 or Gen. Maths 74.

Who typically takes SSC Arithmetic (code 76)?

Arithmetic is commonly scheduled for eligible Divyang candidates as an alternative mathematics pathway, appearing in SSC timetables alongside Algebra (code 71) papers for other streams. Exact eligibility is notified by the school and MSBSHSE — always confirm hall-ticket subject codes and current circulars rather than assuming.

How long is the Arithmetic paper and how many marks is it?

Duration and full mark structure follow the year's MSBSHSE SSC timetable and scheme for Arithmetic (code 76). Confirm timing and mark distribution on mahahsscboard.in and school notices for your sitting — do not rely only on third-party summaries.

What is the passing score for Maharashtra SSC Arithmetic?

Pass criteria are commonly reported as about 35% overall in each subject, with a separate theory floor often cited where a theory/internal split applies. Always verify the current MSBSHSE result circular for your sitting.

What does SSC Arithmetic cost to take?

Arithmetic is examined as part of the Maharashtra SSC public examination. Fees are as notified by MSBSHSE through secondary schools. There is no single fixed public INR amount for every candidate category on the board site — check school circulars for the current schedule.

Which topics should I prioritise for Arithmetic?

Prioritise fractions, decimals, percentages, ratio and proportion, unitary method, profit–loss and discount, simple and compound interest, time and work, time–speed–distance, averages, basic mensuration (perimeter, area, volume), HCF/LCM, squares/cubes/roots, and data interpretation. Practise multi-step word problems under timed conditions — MCQs alone do not replace official written answers.

Why is this bank multiple choice if the board paper is mixed written?

Selected-response items check calculation fluency quickly for commercial maths, rates, percentages, and mensuration. Official MSBSHSE SSC Arithmetic still requires written working as notified. Always practise model papers and show full working under timed conditions.

Where can I find official Maharashtra SSC Arithmetic materials?

Use MSBSHSE (mahahsscboard.in), SSC subject-code and timetable listings that show Arithmetic code 76, school-distributed schemes, and Balbharati / eBalbharati (books.ebalbharati.in) related Class 10 materials. Confirm Divyang-pathway and subject-choice rules with your school.