Chapterwise Distribution of Marks (2025-26)
Note: The syllabus is based on the 2020-21 curriculum, assumed to be in effect for 2025-26 unless updated by the Maharashtra State Board. Exams are expected in February to March 2026.
Physical Chemistry
| Topic No. | Unit | Weightage (Without Option) | Weightage (With Option) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Solid State | 3 | 5 |
| 2 | Solutions | 4 | 6 |
| 3 | Ionic Equilibria | 4 | 6 |
| 4 | Chemical Thermodynamics | 6 | 8 |
| 5 | Electrochemistry | 5 | 7 |
| 6 | Chemical Kinetics | 4 | 6 |
| Subtotal | 26 | 38 | |
Inorganic Chemistry
| Topic No. | Unit | Weightage (Without Option) | Weightage (With Option) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Elements of Group 16, 17 & 18 | 6 | 8 |
| 8 | Transition & Inner Transition Elements | 5 | 7 |
| 9 | Coordination Compounds | 6 | 8 |
| Subtotal | 17 | 23 | |
Organic Chemistry
| Topic No. | Unit | Weightage (Without Option) | Weightage (With Option) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Halogen Derivatives | 5 | 7 |
| 11 | Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers | 4 | 6 |
| 12 | Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic Acids | 6 | 8 |
| 13 | Amines | 3 | 4 |
| Subtotal | 18 | 25 | |
Applied Chemistry
| Topic No. | Unit | Weightage (Without Option) | Weightage (With Option) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | Biomolecules | 3 | 4 |
| 15 | Introduction to Polymer Chemistry | 3 | 4 |
| 16 | Green Chemistry and Nano Chemistry | 3 | 4 |
| Subtotal | 9 | 12 | |
Total Marks
| Total (Without Option) | Total (With Option) |
|---|---|
| 70 | 98 |
Paper Pattern for 2025-26
Note: The paper pattern has been updated for 2025-26 to include 25% objective questions (MCQs). Total marks for the theory exam are 70, with 30 marks for practicals.
Weightage to Learning Objectives
| Learning Objectives | Total Weightage (With Option) | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Knowledge | 29 Marks | 30% |
| Understanding | 41 Marks | 42% |
| Application & Skill | 28 Marks | 28% |
| Total | 98 Marks | 100% |
Difficulty Level of Questions
| Difficulty Level | Total Weightage (With Option) | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Easy | 29 Marks | 30% |
| Average | 40 Marks | 40% |
| Difficult | 29 Marks | 30% |
| Total | 98 Marks | 100% |
Question Types for 2025-26
| Type of Questions | Number of Questions | Marks for Each | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCQ | 18 | 1 Mark each | 18 Marks |
| VSA | 8 | 1 Mark each | 8 Marks |
| SA-I | 10 | 2 Marks each | 20 Marks |
| SA-II | 7 | 3 Marks each | 21 Marks |
| LA | 3 | 4 Marks each | 12 Marks |
| Total | 46 (with options) | - | 70 Marks |
Question Paper Format for Annual Examination (2025-26)
Time: 3 hrs
Total Marks: 70
Section A
- Q. No. 1: MCQ (18 questions, 1 mark each) = 18 marks
- Q. No. 2: VSA (8 questions, 1 mark each) = 8 marks
Section B
- Q. No. 3 to Q. No. 12: SA-I (10 questions, 2 marks each) = 20 marks
Section C
- Q. No. 13 to Q. No. 19: SA-II (7 questions, 3 marks each) = 21 marks
Section D
- Q. No. 20 to Q. No. 22: LA (3 questions, 4 marks each) = 12 marks
Note: Numerical questions should be of maximum 12 to 15 marks and included in each section.
