SSC exams are set to begin today. Representational Picture

With the strict approach towards students arriving late for the Higher Secondary Examination (HSC) helping the Maharashtra State Board conduct the process in a more transparent manner, it has now planned to follow the same for the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examination scheduled to start on Thursday. Hence, the candidates have to ensure that they reach their respective examination centers in time, or else they would be sent back. A total of 3.83 lakh students would be appearing for the exam.