The Maharashtra HSC Stream-wise Result 2026 is one of the most closely watched education statistics in the state. Every year, students, parents and teachers compare pass percentages across Science, Commerce, Vocational (MCVC), ITI and Arts to gauge how each stream performed. This page brings together the verified MSBSHSE numbers, what each stream generally leads to after Class 12, and the caveats you should keep in mind when reading these figures.
Overview: How the Streams Compared
The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) publishes stream-wise pass percentages alongside the overall HSC result. The table below shows the current figures and reuses the same live data source as the rest of this site — so if the board announces revised numbers, this page updates automatically.
Maharashtra HSC 2026 Stream-wise Pass Percentage
| Stream | Pass Percentage | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Science | 96.44% | Highest pass rate. Foundation for engineering, medical, pharmacy and pure-science routes. |
| Commerce | 87.03% | Strong pathway to B.Com, CA, CS, BBA, banking and finance careers. |
| Vocational (MCVC) | 82.64% | Skill-oriented courses with direct industry linkage and diploma pathways. |
| ITI | 81.78% | Industrial Training Institute stream with technical certification. |
| Arts | 78.02% | Humanities, languages, social sciences, design and public-service pathways. |
Figures reflect the MSBSHSE announcement for HSC 2026. Verify current numbers on mahahsscboard.in.
Reading the Numbers Correctly
A higher stream pass percentage does not automatically mean the stream is “easier”. Cohort size, subject spread, internal assessment structure and entrance-exam pressure all shape the outcome differently. Students are advised to compare streams on the basis of their interests, aptitude and post-HSC pathway, rather than pass percentage alone.
- Science typically records the highest pass rate in Maharashtra, partly because entrance-exam preparation reinforces board coverage.
- Commerce sits in the middle and tracks strongly with degree-level Commerce enrolment.
- Vocational (MCVC) and ITI streams are skill-oriented; pass rates reflect a different assessment mix.
- Arts generally reports a lower pass percentage; however, the stream leads to the widest set of higher-education choices, including law, design, media and public service.
What Each Stream Leads To
After HSC, each stream opens a distinct set of higher-education routes. The list below is indicative — students should always confirm eligibility rules with the target institute.
- After Science: JEE (Main/Advanced), NEET, MHT-CET, B.Sc., B.Tech, B.Pharm, MBBS, BDS, Nursing, Agriculture and integrated science programmes.
- After Commerce: B.Com, BBA, BAF, BMS, BFM, CA/CS/CMA foundation, banking and insurance courses.
- After Arts: BA (Humanities), BSW, integrated 5-year Law (CLAT / MH-CET Law), design, mass media, journalism and public-service preparation.
- After Vocational / ITI: Diploma, apprenticeship, lateral entry to engineering diplomas, industry certifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which stream had the highest pass percentage in Maharashtra HSC 2026?
According to the MSBSHSE announcement, Science recorded the highest stream-wise pass rate, followed by Commerce, Vocational, ITI and Arts. See the table above for the exact percentages.
Does a low stream pass percentage mean that stream is a bad choice?
No. Pass percentage is a statistic about a cohort, not a prediction for an individual student. Course selection should follow interest and aptitude, not the average outcome.
Where do I verify these numbers?
Cross-check with the official MSBSHSE press release on mahahsscboard.in and the result portal mahresult.nic.in. This page is an independent summary and is not affiliated with MSBSHSE.