MHT CET 2026: Application Form, Exam Dates, Syllabus, Result

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MHT CET 2026

The MHT CET 2026 (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test) is a state-level entrance exam conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell), Maharashtra for admission to first-year undergraduate professional courses in Engineering & Technology (B.Tech/B.E.), Pharmacy (B.Pharm), Pharm.D, Agriculture, and Planning (B.Planning) in government, aided, and private institutions across Maharashtra.

As of today (February 23, 2026), registration is ongoing with an extended deadline. The exam is scheduled in two attempts/sessions for the first time (allowing candidates to improve scores; best attempt counts). The exam is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) with no negative marking.

Key Status & Important Dates

Registration Start: January 10, 2026 (or around January 9–11 based on notices).
Registration Last Date (without late fee): Extended to February 24, 2026.
Registration with Late Fee (₹500 extra): February 25–27, 2026.
Application Correction Window: Likely after registration closes (to be notified).
Exam Dates (Two Attempts):
- First Attempt:
  - PCM Group: April 11–19, 2026
  - PCB Group: April 21–26, 2026
- Second Attempt:
  - PCM Group: May 14–17, 2026
  - PCB Group: May 10–11, 2026
Shifts: Two daily shifts (9:00 AM–12:00 PM and 2:00 PM–5:00 PM).
Admit Card Release: Expected March/April 2026 (notified later).
Provisional Answer Key & Objections: May/June 2026 (separate for each attempt).
Result Declaration: Expected June 2026 (after both attempts; percentile scores).
Counselling (CAP): July–August 2026 onward (centralized via CET Cell).

These dates are from the official information brochure and CET Cell notices (final extensions announced February 20, 2026).

MHT CET 2026 Official Website & Portal

Main Site: www.cetcell.mahacet.org (notifications, brochure, helpdesk).
Application Portal: www.portal-2026.maharashtracet.org (for registration, login, payment).
Helpdesk: Email: cethelpdesk-2026@maharashtracet.org

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality: Indian citizen (or OCI/PIO for some seats).
Qualifying Exam: Passed/appearing in HSC (10+2) or equivalent with Physics, Mathematics + Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology/Technical Vocational subject.
Minimum Marks: 45% aggregate in PCM/PCB (40% for reserved categories in Maharashtra).
Age Limit: No upper age limit.
Domicile: Maharashtra domicile for state quota; open seats available.
Candidates can appear for PCM (Engineering/Planning) or PCB (Pharmacy/Agriculture) or both.

Exam Pattern

Mode: Online CBT.
Duration: 180 minutes (3 hours) per group.
Papers:
- PCM Group: Physics + Chemistry + Mathematics (100 questions total; 50 Physics/Chemistry, 50 Maths).
- PCB Group: Physics + Chemistry + Biology (100 questions total; 50 each).
Marking: +1 or +2 per correct (varies; total 200 marks per group); no negative marking.
Weightage: 80% from Class 12 syllabus + 20% from Class 11 (Maharashtra State Board curriculum).
Language: English / Marathi / Urdu for Physics, Chemistry, Biology (English only for Maths).
Syllabus: Based on Maharashtra State Board Class 11–12; detailed PDF on cetcell.mahacet.org.

MHT CET 2026 Application Process & Fee

Fee (non-refundable):
- General: ₹800–1,000 (PCM or PCB); higher for both groups.
- Reserved (SC/ST/OBC/EWS): ₹600–800.
- Late fee: ₹500 extra.
Payment: Online (net banking/card/UPI).
Steps:
1. Visit portal-2026.maharashtracet.org.
2. Register with mobile/email (OTP verification).
3. Fill form: Personal/academic details, group choice (PCM/PCB/both), exam attempt preference.
4. Upload photo, signature, documents (if required).
5. Pay fee.
6. Submit & download confirmation.