Which textbooks are used for the Maharashtra SSC syllabus?

The board follows the Balbharati textbooks for Class 10. Board questions are drawn closely from these books, including their exercises and activities, so treat each textbook's chapter list as your syllabus.

How many chapters are there in Maharashtra SSC Maths?

Mathematics has two books. Algebra (Part I) has six chapters and Geometry (Part II) has seven chapters, and each part is a separate 40-mark board paper.

Is there a reduced syllabus for Maharashtra SSC 2027?

No reduced syllabus has been announced for 2027 as of October 2026. Reduced syllabus lists that appear online usually relate to the pandemic years, so follow your current textbooks and any circular from the board.

Is Economics part of the Maharashtra SSC Social Science syllabus?

The current Class 10 Social Sciences papers are History and Political Science (Paper I) and Geography (Paper II), as listed in the 2026 timetable. Some websites still show Economics, so check the textbook your school uses and the board's latest question paper format.

Which subject should I start revising first?

Start with the subjects split into two papers, Maths and Science, because they need the most practice. Add Social Sciences next, and keep language writing skills going in short weekly sessions.

Does the internal assessment have a syllabus?

Internal marks come from orals, practicals, projects and school tests based on the same textbooks. Your school sets the tasks, so ask your teachers for the practical list and oral topics.

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Maharashtra SSC Syllabus 2027: Subject-wise Chapters for Class 10

The Maharashtra SSC syllabus for Class 10 is set by the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) and taught through the Balbharati textbooks. Board papers follow these textbooks closely, so the chapter list in each book is your working syllabus for the February to March 2027 exam.

This page lists the chapters subject by subject, shows how they map to the separate board papers, and suggests where to start. The board does not change the Class 10 textbooks every year, but it does revise question formats from time to time. Check the latest textbook edition and any circular your school shares before finalising your plan.

Syllabus at a Glance

Subject	Board paper	Written marks	Internal marks
First language	One paper	80	20
Second or third language	One paper each	80	20
Mathematics	Part I Algebra, Part II Geometry	40 + 40	20
Science and Technology	Part 1, Part 2	40 + 40	20
Social Sciences	Paper I History and Political Science, Paper II Geography	40 + 40	20

Key Points Before You Start

Textbook first: Board questions are drawn from the Balbharati textbooks, including the activities, boxes and exercises. Guides help, but they do not replace the textbook.
Separate papers, separate plans: Algebra and Geometry, and Science Part 1 and Part 2, are written on different days. Track each part on its own.
Internal marks need preparation too: Orals, practicals and projects carry 20 marks per subject and are held before the written exams.
Watch for outdated lists: Some pages still carry older chapter lists or deleted-syllabus notes from the pandemic years. Match every list against your current textbook.

Mathematics Syllabus

Part I: Algebra

Chapter	What to cover
1. Linear Equations in Two Variables	Graphical, substitution, elimination and Cramer's rule methods; word problems
2. Quadratic Equations	Factorisation, completing the square, formula, nature of roots, forming equations from roots
3. Arithmetic Progression	nth term, sum of n terms, word problems
4. Financial Planning	GST calculations, tax invoices, shares, mutual funds, brokerage
5. Probability	Sample space, events, probability of simple events
6. Statistics	Mean, median and mode of grouped data, pie diagrams and graphs

Part II: Geometry

Chapter	What to cover
1. Similarity	Basic proportionality theorem, tests of similarity, areas of similar triangles
2. Pythagoras Theorem	Theorem and converse, Apollonius theorem, applications
3. Circle	Tangent properties, inscribed angles, cyclic quadrilaterals, intersecting chords
4. Geometric Constructions	Similar triangles, tangents to a circle
5. Co-ordinate Geometry	Distance and section formulae, slope of a line
6. Trigonometry	Identities, heights and distances
7. Mensuration	Surface area and volume of solids, frustum, arcs and sectors

Start with Quadratic Equations and Linear Equations in Algebra, and Similarity, Circle and Trigonometry in Geometry. These carry many of the higher-mark questions, and theorem proofs in Geometry reward regular practice.

Science and Technology Syllabus

Part 1	Part 2
Gravitation	Heredity and Evolution
Periodic Classification of Elements	Life Processes in Living Organisms Part 1
Chemical Reactions and Equations	Life Processes in Living Organisms Part 2
Effects of Electric Current	Environmental Management
Heat	Towards Green Energy
Refraction of Light	Animal Classification
Lenses	Introduction to Microbiology
Metallurgy	Cell Biology and Biotechnology
Carbon Compounds	Social Health
Space Missions	Disaster Management

In Part 1, numericals from Gravitation, Heat, Electric Current and Lenses, and equations from Chemical Reactions and Carbon Compounds, are worth practising early. In Part 2, diagrams from Life Processes and Heredity are frequent, so draw them until labelling is automatic. Practical work for the 20 internal marks is drawn from both parts.

Paper I: History and Political Science

History	Political Science
Historiography: Development in the West	Working of the Constitution
Historiography: Indian Tradition	The Electoral Process
Applied History	Political Parties
History of Indian Arts	Social and Political Movements
Mass Media and History	Challenges Faced by Indian Democracy
Entertainment and History
Sports and History
Tourism and History
Heritage Management

Paper II: Geography

Class 10 Geography is a comparative study of India and Brazil. The textbook chapters are:

Field Visit: Planning a visit, observation and report writing.
Location and Extent: Latitudinal and longitudinal extent, neighbours and boundaries.
Physiography and Drainage: Major landforms and river systems of both countries.
Climate: Factors, seasons and rainfall patterns.
Natural Vegetation and Wildlife: Forest types and conservation.
Population: Distribution, density, sex ratio and literacy.
Human Settlements: Types and patterns of settlement.
Economy and Occupations: Agriculture, mining, industry and services.
Tourism, Transport and Communication: Networks and their role in the economy.

Map work, graph reading and "give geographical reasons" questions appear in every Geography paper, so practise an outline map of India and Brazil each week.

Language Syllabus

Students take three languages, for example Marathi, Hindi and English, or one language replaced by a composite course such as Hindi-Sanskrit. Each language paper broadly tests four areas.

Area	What it covers	Start with
Textual reading	Prose and poetry from the prescribed textbook	Poem appreciation and prose extracts
Unseen reading	Passages not from the textbook	Timed comprehension practice
Grammar	Usage, transformation and vocabulary	Topics you lose marks on in class tests
Writing skills	Letters, essays, reports, stories and other formats	Learn each format once, then write one piece a week

The English first-language paper, for example, is commonly reported as Reading (textual) 20, Reading (non-textual) 20, Grammar 15 and Writing 25, with 20 marks for orals. Use the board's latest question paper format to confirm the split for your language.

Graded Subjects

Besides the six main subjects, schools assess subjects such as Health and Physical Education, Water Security, Self Development and Art Appreciation, and Defence Studies, depending on what the school offers. These are usually reported as grades on the marksheet. Your school will tell you which ones apply and how they are assessed.

How to Cover the Syllabus Before February 2027

October to November: Finish any chapters still left in Maths, Science and Social Sciences. Make one page of notes per chapter, with formulas, definitions and diagrams.
December: Revise chapter by chapter and solve the textbook exercises again. Start writing-skills practice in each language every week.
January: Prepare orals and practicals. Solve previous board papers part by part, such as only Algebra or only Science Part 2, and note repeated question types.
February: Take full timed papers, check them the same day and revise from your error log.

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