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MHT CET 2026: Registration, Exam Dates, Syllabus, Pattern, Question Papers
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MHT CET Latest Updates
MHT CET registration has started on January 10, 2026 on the official website cetcell.mahacet.org/. You will be able to apply for MHT CET till 12th February, 2026 for PCM and PCB group. The MHT CET registration will require you to submit your educational and personal details. To register, an active email ID and a valid phone number will also be required. The MHT CET Registration form for B.Tech courses is yet to be released.
The MHT CET registration started on January 10, 2026, and the MHT CET 2026 exam will be conducted in April 2026. You can check MHT CET Registration Date 2026 Out Live Updates and Direct Link.
- The MHT CET 2026 Exam will be held in a CBT mode; both the PCM and PCB groups will have different MHT CET exams.
- In the MHT CET PCM Exam, 150 questions will be asked in 180 minutes and will carry a total of 200 marks. In the MHT CET PCB Exam, 200 questions will be asked in 180 minutes.
- The MHT CET Syllabus is based on the pattern of the Maharashtra Board, in which 20% weightage will be given to Class 11 topics and 80% to Class 12 topics.
You should visit the official website, cetcell.mahacet.org, regularly for the latest updates regarding the MHT CET Exam Notification, Schedule, and Result. The Maharashtra CET Cell has officially made the Aadhar authentication and APAAR ID compulsory for all students for the upcoming MAH CET registrations.
What is the MHT CET 2026?
MHT CET is Maharashtra’s online entrance exam for admission to engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, and other professional undergraduate courses in colleges across Maharashtra.
What it’s used for:
- B.E./B.Tech (Engineering)
- B.Pharm & Pharm.D (Pharmacy)
- B.Sc. Agriculture, B.Tech Agriculture/Food Tech, etc.
- Admissions in government, aided, and private colleges in Maharashtra
Key highlights (2026 exam):
- Fully online (Computer-Based Test
- Held twice – April and May 2026 (best score counts)
- Separate papers for PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Maths) and PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology
- No negative marking
Based on Maharashtra State Board Class 11 & 12 syllabus (20% Class 11 + 80% Class 12)
MHT CET 2026 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET) |
| Conducting Authority | State CET Cell, Maharashtra |
| Courses Offered | B.E./B.Tech., Pharmacy, Agriculture & Allied Courses |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Date | January & April 2026 (Tentative) |
| Question Type | Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| PCM Exam Pattern | 150 Questions (Maths – 50, Physics – 50, Chemistry – 50) Total Marks: 200 Duration: 180 Minutes |
| PCB Exam Pattern | 200 Questions (Biology – 100, Physics – 50, Chemistry – 50) Total Marks: 200 Duration: 180 Minutes |
| Marking Scheme | No Negative Marking Mathematics: 2 marks per question Physics/Chemistry/Biology: 1 mark per question |
| Syllabus Weightage | Class 11: 20% Class 12 (Maharashtra Board): 80% |
| Expected Result Date | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Official Website | cetcell.mahacet.org |
MHT CET 2026 Expected Dates
The notification for MHT CET 2026 will be released soon by the State CET Cell, Maharashtra.
- The MHT CET registration is expected to start in January 2026 and last until February 2026, and the exam will be held in April 2026.
- The MHT CET 2026 Dates are currently tentative, and they will be confirmed with the official notification on the official website, cetcell.mahacet.org.
| Department | CET Exam Name | Tentative Exam Date (2026) |
| Higher Education | MAH-MPED CET-2026 | March 24, 2026 |
| Higher Education | MAH-MPED Field Test (Offline) | March 25, 2026 |
| Technical Education | MAH-MHMCT CET-2026 | March 25, 2026 |
| Higher Education | MAH-B.Ed (General & Special) & B.Ed ELCT CET-2026 | March 27 – 30, 2026 |
| Higher Education | MAH-LLB (3 Years) CET-2026 | April 1 – 2, 2026 |
| Technical Education | MAH-MCA CET-2026 | April 2, 2026 |
| Higher Education | MAH-BPEd CET-2026 | April 4, 2026 |
| Higher Education | MAH-BPEd Field Test (Offline) | April 5 – 7, 2026 |
| Technical Education | MAH-BDesign CET-2026 | April 6, 2026 |
| Technical Education | MAH-BAMMS CET-2026 | April 7 – 8, 2026 |
| Higher Education | MAH-B.Ed-M.Ed (3-Year Integrated) CET-2026 | April 9, 2026 |
| Fine Arts | MAH-AAC CET-2026 | April 10 – 13, 2026 |
| Technical Education | MAH-MHT CET (PCM Group)-2026 | April 11 – 19, 2026 |
| Technical Education | MAH-MHT CET (PCB Group)-2026 | April 22 – 30, 2026 |
| Technical Education | MAH-BHMCT / B.Arch / BBA / BMS / BBM CET-2026 | April 28 – 30, 2026 |
| Medical Education | MH-DNP / HPN CET-2026 | May 4, 2026 |
| Medical Education | MH Nursing CET-2026 | May 6, 2026 |
| Higher Education | MAH-LLB (5 Years) CET-2026 | May 8, 2026 |
MHT CET 2026 Important Dates (Tentative)
| Expected Date | Event |
| December 2025 | Official Notification Release |
| January 10 – February 12, 2026 | Online Registration Window |
| April / May 2026 | Admit Card Release |
| April 2026 | MHT CET 2026 Exam (PCM & PCB) |
| May 2026 | Provisional Answer Key Release |
| June 2026 | Result Declaration |
| June – July 2026 | Counselling Process (CAP Rounds) |
MHT CET 2026 Registration Fees
The MHT CET application fees will be released along with the official notification on the State CET Cell, Maharashtra. The CET Cell has increased the MHT CET application fee 2026 across all categories. Candidates can check the application fee below.
| Groups | General | Reserved Category (Maharashtra Candidates only) | PWD |
| PCM | INR 1300 | INR 1000 | INR 1000 |
| PCB | INR 1300 | INR 1000 | INR 1000 |
| Both PCM and PCB | INR 2600 | INR 2000 | INR 2000 |
MHT CET 2026 FAQs
Ques. How many colleges can we select in the CAP round of MHT CET?
Ans. In the MHT CET CAP Process, candidates can select from multiple colleges and branches when they are filling out the option form.
If you select more options, your chances will increase for securing a seat as per your merit rank and cutoff trends.
Choice Filling Details for MHT CET CAP 2026
| Criteria | Details |
| Minimum Choices | At least 1 college/branch must be selected |
| Maximum Choices | Unlimited options can be filled in the preference list |
| Recommendation | Fill 50–100 preferences across colleges and branches to maximise admission chances |
| Editing Window | Choices can be modified before final submission during the CAP round |
| Seat Allotment Basis | Based on the candidate’s MHT CET percentile, category, and seat availability |
Ques. What is the new update for MHT CET 2026?
Ans. There can be certain changes in MHT CET 2026, as per the previous year.
Expected New Updates for MHT CET 2026
| Update Category | Expected Change / Announcement |
| Exam Date | Expected to be held in April 2026, maintaining the same PCM & PCB schedule format |
| Syllabus Pattern | No major reduction; 80% Class 12 + 20% Class 11 syllabus expected to continue |
| Application Mode | Fully online process through cetcell.mahacet.org |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) in multiple shifts |
| Score Normalization | Same percentile-based evaluation for fair comparison across shifts |
| Counselling Portal Upgrade | Improved the CAP dashboard for real-time seat allotment tracking and document verification status |
Ques. How many CAP rounds are in MHT CET?
Ans. The MHT CET CAP Process will be conducted in multiple rounds for seat allocation to get admission in engineering and pharmacy courses in Maharashtra.
Each round will allow the candidates to accept, float, or upgrade their allotted seats.
MHT CET CAP Round Structure
| Round | Type | Description |
| Round 1 | Regular | Initial seat allotment based on merit and preferences |
| Round 2 | Regular | Candidates can upgrade or confirm seats |
| Round 3 | Final Regular | Last chance for centralized allotment under CAP |
| Institute-Level Round (ILR) | Offline/College Level | Conducted by colleges for remaining vacant seats |
