MSCE PUP PSS

The Maharashtra Scholarship Examination (PUP & PSS), conducted by the Maharashtra State Council of Examinations (MSCE), Pune, is a state-level, merit-based scholarship exam for school students in Maharashtra. It comprises the Pre Upper Primary Scholarship Examination (PUP) for Class 5 and the Pre Secondary Scholarship Examination (PSS) for Class 8. Held once a year in offline mode, the exam aims to identify and reward academically talented students and encourage academic excellence at the primary and upper-primary levels. Successful candidates receive merit-based scholarships from the state government. This page covers complete MSCE PUP PSS details – eligibility, exam pattern, important dates, application process and preparation tips.