Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET) 2026

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra conducts the MHT CET for admissions to first-year undergraduate degree courses in Engineering & Technology (B.E./B.Tech), Pharmacy (B.Pharm/Pharm.D), and Agriculture across the state.

Aspirants searching for the exact MHT CET 2026 exam dates, detailed syllabus, and application process can find all verified Sarkari Result tracking information below.

1. MHT CET 2026 Exam Overview

Parameter	Details
Exam Name	Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET) 2026
Conducting Authority	State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra
Course Groups	PCM (Engineering) & PCB (Pharmacy/Agriculture)
Official Website	cetcell.mahacet.org

2. Important Exam Dates 2026

The MHT CET is conducted in multiple sessions. The dates for 2026 have been officially announced:

• Registration Start Date: January 10, 2026
• Late Fee Registration Window: March 19 to March 20, 2026
• Admit Card Release: Approximately 3-4 days before the test date.
• MHT CET (PCM Group) Exam Dates:
  • Session 1: April 11 to April 20, 2026
  • Session 2: May 12 to May 16, 2026
• MHT CET (PCB Group) Exam Dates:
  • Session 1: April 21 to April 26, 2026
  • Session 2: May 10 to May 11, 2026

3. Eligibility Criteria

• Age Limit: There is no age limit for appearing in the MHT CET.
• Academic Qualification: Candidates must have passed HSC (Class 12) from Maharashtra Board or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology. They must secure a minimum aggregate marks percentage (typically 45% for general, 40% for reserved) in the respective groups.

4. Exam Blueprint and Syllabus

The MHT CET 2026 syllabus is directly aligned with the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education curriculum.

• Weightage: The exam draws 20% weightage from the Class 11 syllabus and a dominant 80% weightage from the Class 12 syllabus.
• Test Structure (PCM Group):
  • Paper 1 (Mathematics): 50 Questions (2 marks each).
  • Paper 2 (Physics & Chemistry): 50 Questions each (1 mark each).
• Test Structure (PCB Group):
  • Paper 1 (Biology): 100 Questions (1 mark each).
  • Paper 2 (Physics & Chemistry): 50 Questions each (1 mark each).
• Negative Marking: There is strictly zero negative marking.
• Duration: Candidates get 90 minutes per paper block.

5. How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official portal reliably: cetcell.mahacet.org.
2. Click on the MHT CET 2026 registration link.
3. Fill in the detailed application form and verify your documents securely.
4. Upload your scanned photograph and signature.
5. Pay the required application fee online.
6. Download the confirmation receipt.

6. Official Download Links

Resource Required	Direct Link
Official CET Cell Portal	Visit Maha CET
Apply Online Link	Registration Portal