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Maharashtra SSC Science Paper 1 Answer Key 2026 (OUT): Paper Solving Ends; Paper Analysis

Maharashtra SSC Science Paper 1 Answer Key and exam analysis has been updated here. Students can use it for their performance analysis.

Abhilasha Kiran

Updated on - Mar 12, 2026 | 12:06:00 PM

Maharashtra SSC Science Paper 1 Answer Key 2026 and Exam Analysis

Maharashtra SSC Science Paper 1 Answer Key 2026: The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) conducted the class 10th science Paper 1 exam today, March 11, 2026. Paper 1 focuses on Physics and Chemistry, began at 11:00 AM at various designated centres across the state. According to initial reactions, the paper was easy to moderate. the ojective type questions were very easy and direct. Some student's are expecting 70+ score out of 80.

The exam concluded at 1:00 PM, subject experts have provided the Maharashtra SSC Science Paper 1 Answer Key 2026 and Exam Analysis for students. The Science Part 1 paper is designed for 40 marks and has a total duration of two hours. The Maharashtra class 10th Science Ppaer 1 exam 2026 follows a structured format and includes MCQs, objective-type, short-answer, application-based, and long-answer type questions.

Maharashtra SSC Science Paper 1 Answer Key 2026

Following the conclusion of the exam today, the Maharashtra SSC Science Paper 1 Unofficial Answer Key will be updated here. This key, prepared by experienced GMU educators, will focus on providing accurate solutions for the MCQs and one-sentence objective questions. Students can use it to cross-check their responses and calculate their estimated score.

Questions	Answers
1. A . Choose the orrect option (i) The value of escape velocity of a body from the earth's surface is	(C) √2GM/R
(ii) In ---of the modern periodic table are non-metal found	(B) P-block
(iii) The resistance of the wire is 1000Ω. If it is carrying a current of 1 A for 10 seconds, the heat produced will be:	(D) 1000 J
(iv) The refractive index of diamond is	(C) 1.36
(v) For normal human eye the minimum distance of distinct vission is	(C) 25 cm
B . Solve the following questions: (i) Find odd one out	(i) Transaformatio of ice nto water
(ii) By observing the corelation in first pair, complete the second pair Mass: Kilogram ; weight:	(ii) Newton
(iii) State weather following statement is true or false: The volume of water at 4°C is maximum	False
(iv) Match the pairs	Thermometer - (b) to measure temperature
(v) What is the wavelength of violet ray in dispersion of light	400 nm
3 (iv) Write the names form the description. (a) The metalloids in the second and third period (b) Non-metals in third period (c) Two periods having valency 4	(a) silicon / Germanium (b) Phosphorus (P), Sulfur(S), Chlorine (Cl), (c) Silicion / carbon

Maharashtra SSC Science Paper 1 Exam Analysis 2026

A comprehensive exam analysis for Maharashtra SSC Science Part 1 will be made available here shortly after the exam concludes. This analysis will highlight the overall and section-wise difficulty level of the questions.

Particulars	Details
Overall difficulty level	Moderate
Difficulty level of objective questions	Easy to Moderate
Difficulty level of short-answer questions	Easy to moderate
Difficulty level of long-answer questions	Moderate

Stay tuned for the live breakdown and student reactions as the state's Class 10 students finish their Science paper 1 of the 2026 session.

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March 11, 2026 | 03:00 PM IST

What are the passing criteria for Science?

Students must score a combined minimum of 35% across Science Part 1, Science Part 2, and internal assessments. You do not need to pass Part 1 and Part 2 separately.

March 11, 2026 | 02:30 PM IST

When will the unofficial answer key be available?

The Maharashtra SSC Science Paper 1 Unofficial answer keys for MCQs and objective questions are being updated by subject experts now and should be available within 20–30 minutes.

March 11, 2026 | 02:00 PM IST

What was the overall difficulty level of the Science 1 paper?

According to initial feedback from students and experts, the paper was Easy to Moderate. While most questions were based on the SCERT textbook, some numericals in the Physics section required careful calculation.

March 11, 2026 | 01:40 PM IST

Student Reviews & Initial Reactions

Ankita S. from Pune says, "The paper was moderate. Most questions were from the textbook syllabus, and knowing the formulas properly helped me finish on time."
Diwakar from Nashik says, "I found it slightly difficult due to time management. The long-answer questions in Physics were time-consuming, but the Chemistry reactions were direct."
Sahil K. (Mumbai): "The MCQs were a bit tricky, but the writing section was manageable. Diagrams like the Electric Motor were easy to draw and label."

March 11, 2026 | 01:20 PM IST

Students are coming out of the centres

The Maharashtra SSC Science Paper 1 exam concluded and students have started to come out of the examination hall. First reactions of students will be updated soon. Stay tune for exam analysis and answer key by our subject experts.

March 11, 2026 | 01:00 PM IST

Maharashtra SSC Science Paper 1 Exam Concludes

The Maharashtra 10th Science Paper 1 exam concluded at 1:00 PM after the final bell rang at 1:00 PM as per the schedule. The invigilators are now collecting the answer sheets. Students will exit the examination hall anytime soon.

March 11, 2026 | 12:40 PM IST

Are there any "Value-Based" or "Application" questions expected?

Yes. As per the changes introduced, the 2026 pattern places a heavy emphasis on application. This includes questions on Refraction of Light (like the twinkling of stars or atmospheric refraction) and the Metallurgy process, specifically the extraction of Aluminium or the prevention of corrosion.

March 11, 2026 | 12:20 PM IST

What are the key Chemistry Questions that are likely to appear in the paper?

In the Chemistry portion, the Periodic Classification of Elements and Chemical Reactions & Equations are vital. Questions are expected on Newlands' Octaves, Mendeleev’s Periodic Table, and identifying types of chemical reactions like displacement or redox.

March 11, 2026 | 12:00 PM IST

The Science Part 1 paper conducted in multiple languages

The Maharashtra State Board provides the Science and Technology Part 1 paper in various mediums, including English, Marathi, Hindi, Urdu, and Gujarati. Regardless of the medium, the technical diagrams and numerical problems remain uniform across all versions of the 2026 paper.

March 11, 2026 | 11:30 AM IST

What is the current status of the Maharashtra SSC Science Part 1 exam?

The exam is currently in full swing across thousands of centers in Maharashtra, having officially started the writing session at 11:00 AM. Students are presently at the first section of their question paper and are expected to continue writing until the final bell rings at 1:00 PM.

March 11, 2026 | 11:00 AM IST

Maharashtra SSC Science Paper 1 Exam Commenced

As per the schedule, the reading time concluded at 11 AM and the bell rang signalling students to start writing their answers. The exam will continue for two hours and will conclude at 1:00 PM.

March 11, 2026 | 10:44 AM IST

Maharashtra SSC Science Paper 1 Reading Time Started

The Maharashtra SSC Science Paper 1 question papers have been officially distributed, and candidates are currently utilizing their allotted reading time to analyze the questions and strategize their responses. The formal answer writing process for the Science Part 1 exam is scheduled to commence at 11:00 AM sharp.

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