Updated 6 August 2026·24 chapters

Maharashtra Board Class 10 English — Syllabus 2026-27

Maharashtra Board Class 10 English syllabus for 2026-27: all 24 chapters, with the topics in each. Follows the MSBSHSE syllabus.

About this syllabus

The Maharashtra Board Class 10 English course for 2026-27 has 24 chapters. Chapters with a topic breakdown link to their own syllabus page.

Maharashtra Board Class 10 English — Chapter List

#	Chapter	Topics
1	Where the Mind is Without Fear...	Poem Overview · Central Theme and Message · Line-by-Line Meaning
2	The Thief’s Story	Author and Background · Characters and Their Roles · Story Summary in Order
3	On Wings of Courage	Arjan Singh: Key life facts and military rise · 1965 war and leadership qualities · Honours, ranks, and distinctions
4	All the World’s a Stage	Central Idea and Theme · Seven Ages of Man · Important Images and Word Meanings
5	Joan of Arc	Chapter Overview · Major Characters and Their Roles · Joan’s Character
6	The Alchemy of Nature	Opening Idea and Central Message · Nature as a Teacher · The Hibiscus Flower
7	Animals	Author and poetic style · Main idea of the poem · Contrast between animals and humans
8	Three Questions	Core Idea and Theme · Characters and Their Roles · Plot in Sequence
9	Connecting the Dots	Speaker and central theme · First story: dropping out and connecting the dots · Second story: love and loss
10	The Pulley	Poet and Poem at a Glance · Main Idea of the Poem · Stanza-wise Key Points
11	Let’s March	Speaker, Context, and Purpose · Major Themes · Important Quotations and Their Meaning
12	Science and Spirituality	Core Idea of the Chapter · Dr Kalam’s View of Harmony · Thumba and Religious Service
13	Night of the Scorpion	Poem Overview · Characters and Their Roles · Important Lines and Their Meaning
14	The Night I Met Einstein	Chapter Overview · Character Sketches · Theme and Message
15	Stephen Hawking	Key Facts About Stephen Hawking · Books and Scientific Ideas · Hawking's Views on the Universe
16	The Will to Win	Poet and Background · Central Idea of the Poem · Stanza-wise Meaning
17	Unbeatable Super Mom-Mary Kom	Mary Kom: Early Life and Background · Entry into Boxing and Early Success · World Championships and Major Achievements
18	The Concert	Story Overview · Characters and Their Roles · Themes and Message
19	A Thing of Beauty is a Joy For Ever	Poem Identity and Poet · Main Idea of the Poem · Things of Beauty in the Poem
20	The Luncheon	Author and Story Type · Setting and Background · Characters
21	World Hertiage	Meaning of World Heritage · History of the World Heritage Programme · World Heritage Committee and the Selection Process
22	The Height of the Ridiculous	Poem Overview · Character Sketches · Humour and Literary Devices
23	The Old Man and The Sea : Book Review	Plot Summary · Themes and Ideas · Social and Historical Context
24	The Gift of the Magi	Author and Story Type · Plot Summary · Characters

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Practise past papers — they show you the pattern questions follow.
Time your practice — attempt some papers under exam conditions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find Maharashtra Board Class 10 English Syllabus?

This page has syllabus for 24 chapters of Maharashtra Board Class 10 English for the board exams 2027. Each chapter links to its own page with the full set.

How should I prepare for Maharashtra Board Class 10 English board exams?

Go through the syllabus first, then work chapter by chapter: learn the ideas, practise questions, and revise with notes and flashcards. Leave time at the end to revise every chapter once more under timed conditions.

Has the Maharashtra Board Class 10 English syllabus changed for 2026-27?

This page lists the chapters in the current Maharashtra Board Class 10 English course. Boards revise syllabi from time to time, so check the board's official website for the latest notified syllabus.

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