The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has announced the examination dates for the 2025 Class 10 (SSC) and Class 12 (HSC) board exams, which will be conducted earlier than previous years. The HSC written exams are set for February 11 to March 18, 2025, while the SSC exams will take place from February 21 to March 17, 2025, with practical assessments scheduled from January 24 to February 20, 2025. The decision to advance the exam dates aims to facilitate a smoother admission process, provide ample preparation time for entrance exams, and expedite supplementary results. Stakeholders can raise objections to the proposed dates until August 23, as confirmed by board officials. The detailed timetable for subject-specific exams will be published on the board's website in due course. Last year, the pass percentages stood at 93.37% for HSC and 95.44% for girls in SSC, indicating a strong performance among students.