MHT CET 2026 Registration LIVE: CET registration window open at cetcell.mahacet.org; eligibility, updates

Before applying for the MHT CET exam, candidates are required to verify their eligibility against the MHT CET criteria. To qualify, candidates must have completed 10+2 or be taking their 12th-grade exams in 2026 with math, physics, and chemistry as required subjects. General candidates are required to achieve a score of 45%, while the reserved category needs a score of 40%.

In the table below is the time table for MHT CET 2026:

The important dates and schedule for the MHT CET exam 2026 are in the table below:

For the candidates' reference, in the table below is the MHT CET 2026 Physics chapter-wise weightage.

In the table below is the MHT CET chapter-wise weightage for the Biology subject.

Below is the MHT CET chapter-wise weightage for Chemistry subject.

In the table below is the MHT CET 2026 Physics chapter-wise weightage.

Given below is the list of documents required for MHT CET 2026 registration:

Below are the steps to fill out the MHT CET 2026 application form:

• Initially, candidates need to sign up using their personal information.
• After that, provide the domicile and category information.
• Fill in all the qualification details required for MHT CET 2026.
• Now, candidates have to upload a photograph and their signature.
• Upload the necessary document that serves as photo ID evidence.
• Ensure that you pay the application fee for MHT CET.
• And at last, print out the MHT CET 2026 application form.

Given below are the MHT CET eligibility criteria 2026.

Below are the guidelines for MHT CET 2026 registration:

• The Aadhaar Card needs to be updated with the most recent details—name, father's name, current photo, address, date of birth, and mobile number.
• According to the MHT CET photo guidelines, the photo must show the full face from the front with eyes open and a neutral expression.
• While taking the exam, candidates must bring the same photo ID to the MHT CET exam centre.
• Candidates need to verify that the photograph and signature on their MHT CET admit card match the ones they uploaded.  If there are any discrepancies, reach out to the authorities immediately.

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has activated the registration window for the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET 2026) on January 5, 2026. Candidates can check the latest updates regarding the MHT CET 2026 on the official website.

Candidates can check the chapter-wise physics weightage in MHT CET 2026 in the table below.

The authority has activated the MHT CET 2026 registration link on the official website. Candidates can register themselves for the MHT CET 2026 at cetcell.mahacet.org.

Candidates can check the exam pattern for the MHT CET PCM group exam 2026 is given below.

Candidates will have to upload images in JPG format with specific size requirements while filling up the MHT CET 2026 application form. The colored photograph should be between 15 KB and 50 KB, while the scanned signature must be between 5 KB and 20 KB.

There is no limit on the number of attempts for admission through MHT CET 2026. Candidates can appear for the examination as many times as they want.

Candidates can check the list of details required for MHT CET 2026 registrations below:

1. Candidate’s name and father’s name
2. Date of birth
3. Gender
4. Caste
5. Address
6. Domicile details
7. SSC/HSC/ Equivalent exam qualification details
8. Paper appearing for
9. Language of the question paper
10. Preference for the MHT CET exam centre
11. Online payment details

A mock Centralized Admission Process (CAP) round is proposed for MHT CET starting from the 2026-27 academic year to make admissions more student-friendly, alongside the existing main CAP rounds.

No, the authority has not activated the MHT CET 2026 application form. Candidates can expect the application form to be out soon on the official website.

Given below are the details required for MHT CET 2026 registrations:

• Candidate’s name and father’s name
• Date of birth
• Gender
• Caste
• Address
• Domicile details
• SSC/HSC/ Equivalent exam qualification details
• Paper appearing for
• Language of the question paper
• Preference for the MHT CET exam centre
• Online payment details

Given below is the list of documents required for MHT CET 2026 registration.

The Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET) 2026 is a state-level entrance examination organised by the Government of Maharashtra's State Common Entrance Test Cell. It is conducted for prospective students wishing to enrol in engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy undergraduate programs at colleges in Maharashtra.

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test is the exam conducting authority of the MHT CET exam 2026.

While uploading their photographs, candidates should remember that these should be recent and clear, and conform to the size and format specifications provided by the State CET Cell. To prevent rejection during form scrutiny, the candidate's signature must be on clear white paper, done in black ink, and scanned properly.

For their MHT CET preparation, candidates need to focus on the entire Class 12th syllabus, with a few topics from the Class 11th syllabus also being included. Class X will be assigned roughly 20% of the weight, while Class XII will receive 80% of the weight. Candidates can download the MHT CET 2026 syllabus in PDF format and review the chapter-wise weightage for Maharashtra CET to gain a clearer understanding of the exam. They can also practice using previous years' MHT CET question papers.

Below are the highlights of the MHT CET exam pattern 2026.

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell begins accepting online applications for MHT CET 2026 for Master of Computer Application (MCA) and Master of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (MHMCT) from today, i.e., January 7, 2026. The last dates to apply for MHT CET MHMCT 2026 and MHT MCA CET 2026 registration are February 9 and 10, 2026, respectively.

The For State CET Cell will conduct the MHT CET 2026 exam in two separate sessions for the first time: one in April and the other in May 2026.

Around 6-7 lakh candidates are expected to apply for MHT CET 2026 based on the previous year's trends. The MHT CET 2026 registration will begin from tomorrow onwards.

Check the list of documents that are mandatory for the MHT CET 2026 application process:

1. Aadhar card
2. APAAR ID
3. Disability Certificate and/or Unique Disability ID (UDID Card) (for PwD Candidates)
4. Scribe Details (for PwD Candidates)

The last day to apply for MHT CET 2026 is January 23, 2026, according to the latest update. The registration process will begin from tomorrow onwards on the official website, cetcell.mahacet.org.

Candidates can check the details mentioned in the information brochure for MHT CET 2026, such as exam dates, eligibility criteria, admission criteria, and more.

The State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Mumbai will activate the application window for MHT CET Bachelor of Education (BEd) and 3-year Bachelor of Laws (LLB) entrance exams from tomorrow, i.e., January 8, 2026. Candidates can apply for the MHT CET 2026 on the official website, cetcell.mahacet.org, by January 23, 2026.

The MH CET Law 2026 registration link and details will be announced on the official website cetcell.mahacet.org. Candidates can access the MHT CET 2026 application forms soon.

Yes. Candidates outside Maharashtra are eligible to apply for MH CET Law 2026. They appear for the MHT CET 2026 examination under the All India category.

Candidates can find the MHT CET 2025 specification regarding the photos to be uploaded for the registration -

1. Size of the photo: 100 KB to 5 MB
2. Dimensions: 2 inch x 2 inch (50 mm x 50 mm)

State Cell will conduct MHT CET 2026 B.Tech and MBA entrance exams twice a year. Maharashtra's education minister Chandrakant Patil informed that the state’s 11 CET boards will conduct MHT CET 2026 in April and May.

The MHT CET 2026 syllabus is based on the Maharashtra State Board Class 11 and Class 12 curriculum. The question paper will include topics from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or Biology, with a higher weightage given to the Class 12 syllabus.

Registration for MHT CET 2025 takes place online at cetcell.mahacet.org. Before the deadline, candidates must finish the MHT CET 2026 registration process.

Given below are the documents required for MHT CET 2026 registration:

• Mark sheets of class 10th and 12th
• Date of birth proof
• Domicile certificate
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• Disability certificate or UDID card (if applicable)
• Address proof
• Scanned images of a passport-sized photograph and signature
• Internet banking details or Credit/Debit card details for the payment of the fee

In the table below are the highlights of the MHT CET 2026 session 1 registrations.

The CET exam in Maharashtra is deemed one of the most challenging entrance exams. The difficulty level of the MHT CET exam is comparable to that of the JEE Main. Based on past trends of the exam paper and the difficulty of the questions, this year's paper is expected to be moderately difficult, similar to the JEE Main paper. Therefore, while preparing, candidates should also try out the JEE Main question papers.

In the table below is the MHT CET 2026 PCB pattern.

Below in the table is the PCM exam pattern for MHT CET 2026.

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has activated the MHT CET 2026 application form on the official website at cetcell.mahacet.org for PCB and PCM candidates.

A score of 70 in MHT CET 2026 is considered average to moderate. Candidates can expect to be placed around the 70th percentile.

The official website to register for MHT CET 2026 is cetcell.mahacet.org. The MHT CET 2026 application form will be released soon by the authority on the official website.

The MHT CET 2026 application form will be available and accepted only in online mode. The authorities will soon release the application form on the official website.

The MHT CET 2026 PCM examination will be conducted in two sessions - session 1 will be held from April 11 to 19, 2026 and session 2 will be held from May 14 to 17, 2026.

The MHT CET 2025 exam official website is cetcell.mahacet.org. The authority has opened the registration window for MHT CET 2026.

The authority has not issued the last date to register for MHT CET 2026 yet. The application form will be released soon on the official website for MHT CET 2026.

Yes. The MIT WPU accepts the MHT CET scores for admission to B.Tech courses. Candidates can register themselves for MHT CET 2026 on the official website.

The MHT CET 2026 is held in three languages: English, Marathi, and Urdu. Candidates can select their exam labguage preference while filling out the MHT CET 2026 application form.

Yes, the MHT CET 2026 registration has begun on the official website, cetcell.mahacet.org but the authority has not issued the MHT CET 2026 application form.

Candidates applying for MHT CET 2026 PCM and PCB will be able to apply through a single online application form once the MHT CET 2026 application form is issued on the official website.

Candidates who have passed or are appearing in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology are eligible to apply for MHT CET 2026. Candidates are advised to check the eligibility criteria before applying for MHT CET 2026 examination.

The State CET Cell, Maharashtra, is the exam-conducting authority of the MHT CET exam 2026.

Yes, in addition to the home state, Delhi-NCR, Gujarat, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Jharkhand, Telangana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh are anticipated to conduct MHT CET 2026 exam.

cetcell.mahacet.org is the link to the official website from where candidates will be able to register themselves for MHT CET exam 2026.

When reporting to the MHT CET 2026 exam locations, applicants will need to provide a few key documents as identification.  Candidates must provide a government-issued picture ID, such as the following, in addition to two copies of the MHT CET admission card 2026.

• Voter ID Card
• Driving License
• PAN Card
• Indian Passport
• Aadhaar Card/ e-Aadhaar card with a photograph
• Bank Passbook
• Any Photo ID proof issued by the Gazetted Officer
• Recent ID card issued by a recognised college or university

The most recent announcement states that there will be two MHT CET 2026 exams in a year.  For PCM and PCB, the Maharashtra CET 2026 test will be administered by the State CET Cell in two sessions: April 2026 and May 2026. There will be two opportunities for candidates to take the examination. When it comes to admissions, only the top two scores will be taken into account.

For the students' reference, below in the table is the MHT CET registration fees 2026.

Candidates for the MHT CET 2026 must have passed 10+2 in a relevant subject from a recognised board. APAAR ID and Aadhaar are now required for registration, according to the authority. Additionally, the updated MHT CET registration fee is Rs 1000 for the reserved category and Rs 1300 for the general category.

The MHT CET 2026 applications for Master of Physical Education (MPEd) and Master of Education (MD) programmes are now being accepted by the State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Mumbai. By January 20, candidates may apply for the MHT CET MPEd and MEd exams 2026 on the official website, cetcell.mahacet.org.

MHT CET 2026 MPEd, MEd registration starts; exams on March 24, 25

Below in the table is the MHT CET 2026 eligibility criteria.

Below are the MHT CET 2026 important dates:

The documents required during the MHT CET 2026 application form process are given below:

1. Updated Aadhar card
2. APAAR ID
3. Disability Certificate and/or Unique Disability ID (UDID Card) (for PwD Candidates)
4. Scribe Details (for PwD Candidates)

Candidates can register themselves on the official website, cetcell.mahacet.org, for the MHT CET 2026 examination. The exam will be conducted twice this year - first in April and then in May, 2026.

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has activated the registration window for the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET 2026) today, i.e., January 5, 2026. Candidates can start registering themselves for the MHT CET 2026 on the official website, cetcell.mahacet.org.

The MHT CET 2026 examination is scheduled to be held on the dates given below:

The Subjects for the MHT CET 2026 PCB Group are Physics, Chemistry, and Biology papers. Candidates appearing for MHT CET 2026 will have to prepare for these subjects in order to pass the examination.

If the candidate was preparing for the examination while appearing for class 12th, then a month is enough for MHT CET 2026 preparation. The topics for MHT CET 2026 and class 12th are almost the same, and so candidates will find it easy to study all the topics and practice previous year MHT CET question papers.

Candidates can check the MHT CET 2026 PCM exam pattern below:

1. Total number of questions: 150 ( 50 each from Physics, Chemistry, and Maths)
2. Marks per question: 2 marks per question in Maths and 1 mark per question in Physics and Chemistry
3. No negative marking
4. Duration of exam: 3 hours

There are two websites that candidates can use for MHT CET 2026 registration, which include mhtcet.mahacet.org and cetcell.mahacet.org.

Candidates can check the MHT CET 2026 PCB exam pattern below:

• Total number of questions: 200 ( 100 from Biology and 50 each from Physics and Chemistry)
• Marks per question: 1 mark per question in Biology and 2 mark per question in Physics and Chemistry
• No negative marking
• Duration of exam: 3 hours

The documents required during the MHT CET 2026 registration process is given below:

1. Class 10 mark sheet
2. Date of Birth proof
3. Address proof
4. Caste/category certificate (if applicable)
5. Domicile certificate
6. Scanned images of a photograph to upload in the form
7. Credit/Debit card or Internet banking details for fee payment

The MHT CET 2026 exam will be conducted online in computer-based test (CBT) mode, and the total duration of the paper will be 150 minutes for both the PCM and PCB groups.

The State CET Cell will soon announce the MHT CET registration date 2026 on the official website, cetcell.mahacet.org.

There is no age limit for MHT CET 2026 registration. Candidates of any age can apply provided they meet the eligibility requirements, which generally include passing Class 12 with PCM or PCB subjects.

The MHT CET 2026 registration process has not commenced yet. The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell is likely to start the registration soon.

In the table is the subject-wise weightage for the MHT CET 2026 exam.

For the candidates' reference, below in the table is the MHT CET syllabus for Mathematics.

Below is the MHT CET syllabus for Chemistry.

For the students reference, below is the MHT CET 2026 Physics syllabus.

For the candidates' reference, in the table below are the MHT CET 2026 counselling dates

The MHT CET percentile is determined by dividing the total number of candidates in that session by the number of candidates who scored less than or equal to. This result is then multiplied by 100.

In the table below is the MHT CET 2026 marks vs percentile for candidate's reference:

Below is the list of colleges accepting 100 marks in MHT CET 2026.

Given below are the details to be updated in the candidate's Aadhaar for MHT CET 2026 registration.

• Candidate's name
• Date of birth
• Latest photograph
• Candidates Address
• Father’s name
• Mobile number linked to the Aadhar card, which must be updated and active.

Given below are the session 1 of the MHT CET registration 2026 highlights:

Given below are important documents for MHT CET 2026 registrations.

• March sheets of class 10th and class 12th
• Date of birth proof
• Domicile certificate
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• Address proof
• Scanned images of a passport-sized photograph
• Scanned images of signature

In the table are the tentative dates of the MHT CET exam 2026.

The changes in the MHT CET 2026 registration are as follows:

• MHT CET 2026 Registration Fee Revision: The MHT CET registration fee will go up as of this year.  The updated MHT CET 2026 registration fee is Rs 1000 (reserved) and Rs 1300 (general).  To reduce the expenses of administering the test, the authority is required to increase the MHT CET application fee by 10% annually.
• Adhaar/APAAR on the MHT CET 2026 Application Form: The authority would incorporate Aadhaar and APAAR into the form-filling procedure to prevent information mismatch and duplication of entries.
• PWD Candidates' UDID Candidates are encouraged to obtain the UDID card in addition to the handicap certificate, since it can be required during CAP.
• Details of Scribe: When completing the form, PwD applicants must include information about two scribes.

The Maharashtra CET Cell will conduct the MHT CET exam 2026 via online mode as a computer-based exam. MHT CET exam is organised for two different courses - B.Tech and B.Pharma.

Documents required for uploading while filling the MHT CET 2026 application form are your colored photograph and a signature.

The MHT CET 2026 (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test) is a state-level entrance test conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell of the Government of Maharashtra. The examination is held for admission to undergraduate courses in engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy in Maharashtra state colleges.

The MHT CET 2026 question paper will be set in English, Marathi, and Urdu languages by the Maharashtra State CET Cell.

Candidates can download the MHT CET 2026 answer key through the following websites:

1. mhtcet.mahacet.org
2. cetcell.mahacet.org

Candidates can check the MHT CET 2026 marking scheme below:

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell is expected to activate the registration window for the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET 2026) in the first week of January. Candidates are advised to keep checking the website for the latest updates.

Students can achieve 80 percentile if they score 75 marks in the MHT CET 2026. Candidates can achieve a percentile of 95 if they score 90 marks in the MHT common entrance test.

The official website to check the MHT CET 2026 updates is cetcell.mahacet.org. The registration process is expected to be announced soon on the official website.

Candidates must comprehend the curriculum and MHT CET exam format, make a well-organised study schedule, use relevant study resources, revise frequently, and practice with sample papers and mock exams to prepare for the MHT CET 2026 examination.

The MHT CET 2025 registration will be done online at cetcell.mahacet.org. Candidates will have to complete the MHT CET 2026 registration before the last date.

The MHT CET 2026 for both PCM and PCB is conducted in 2 Shifts (morning and afternoon). The MHT CET 2026 registration will begin soon on the official website.

The MHT CET 2026 exams are likely to be conducted in multiple sessions, with a tentative schedule suggesting PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Maths) and PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) potentially to be held in April 2026.

The Maharashtra CET Cell is anticipated to activate the online registration link for MHT CET 2026 by the first week of January 2026. The authority has not released any notification regarding the MHT CET registration date.

Candidates should keep these points in mind while uploading the photograph - it should be recent, clear, and as per the size and format provided by the State CET Cell. The candidate's signature should be done on clear white paper using black ink and scanned properly to avoid rejection during form scrutiny.

The official website to register for the MHT CET 2026 is cetcell.mahacet.org. Candidates can register themselves for the examination by opening the official website.

A good score in MHT CET depends on the course and college you are targeting. Generally, a score above 150–160 out of 200 is considered competitive for admission to top engineering colleges in Maharashtra. For medical courses (PCB group), higher scores are needed due to limited seats. Candidates should check previous years’ cut-offs for specific courses and institutes to set a target score.

The MHT CET 2026 syllabus is based on the Maharashtra State Board Class 11 and Class 12 curriculum. The question paper will include topics from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or Biology, with a higher weightage given to the Class 12 syllabus.

The State CET Cell, Maharashtra, has scheduled the MHT CET 2026 examination to be conducted in two sessions. For the PCM group, the exam will be held from April 11 to April 19 in the first session and from May 14 to May 17 in the second session. The PCB group exams are scheduled from April 21 to April 26 in the first session and from May 10 to May 11 in the second session.

Yes. The Maharashtra Common Entrance Test will be conducted twice in 2026 as part of a revised examination plan introduced by the State CET Cell. The exam will be held once in April and again in May. Candidates will be allowed to appear in one or both attempts, and the higher score obtained will be considered for the admission process.

The Maharashtra CET Cell will open MHT CET 2026 registration in the first week of January. Candidates can apply online at cetcell.mahacet.org and will have to provide their Aadhaar number and APAAR ID. Aadhaar details, including name, date of birth, father’s name, and mobile number, should match the Class 10 certificate.

The MHT CET 2026 exam would not take place in locations outside of Maharashtra, according to a previous statement made by State Minister of HTE Chandrakant Patil.    Nonetheless, the official notification will include any modifications to the MHT CET exam centres for 2026.

A letter advising applicants to update their Aadhaar card has been released by the exam conducting body. Additionally, candidates must create an APAAR ID in order to register for MHT CET in 2026.

• The MHT CET 2026 registration fee has been raised in accordance with the Maharashtra ARA's most recent meeting. Furthermore, the seat acceptance fee has also increased.
• There will be two MHT CET exams in a year.
• The state-level entrance exam will take place in two sessions, just like the JEE Main exam, according to the MHT CET new modifications 2026.

For the candidate's reference, in the table below are the MHT CET 2026 registration dates for session 2.

In the table below is the registration fee of MHT CET exam 2026.

The documents required for MHT CET registration 2026.

• Mark sheets of class 10th and 12th
• Date of birth proof
• Domicile certificate
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• Disability certificate or UDID card (if applicable)
• Address proof
• Scanned images of a passport-sized photograph and signature
• Internet banking details or Credit/Debit card details for the payment of the fee

Below are the steps to register for the MHT CET exam 2026:

• Visit the official website for the MHT CET registration session 1.
• Click the link for session 1 MHT CET registration 2026.
• Enter your contact details and basic personal information to register.
• Enter the category and residence information.
• Entering the qualification information is the next step.
• The MHT CET 2026 exam location and paper details must then be supplied.
• Add your signature and a current photo.
• As proof of photo ID, scan and upload the necessary document.
• Verify the application for accurate information.
• Pay the application cost for the MHT CET.
• Fill out the form, then print it.

Below are the highlights of the MHT CET session 1 registration 2026.

In the table below is the tentative schedule for MHT CET 2026.

The MHT CET 2026 B.Tech. and MBA entrance exams will take place twice a year, according to a recent announcement from the State Cell.

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, is the exam-conducting authority of MHT CET 2026.

The Maharashtra CET 2026 exam fee has been raised by the Maharashtra Admission Regulating Authority (ARA). Candidates in the reserved category must pay Rs 1,000, while those in the open category must pay Rs 1,300. In order to help candidates become acquainted with the process, the authority also intends to hold a simulated Centralised Admission Process (CAP) round during the next admission cycle. During the CAP admission process, candidates frequently experience difficulty when completing the college selection form, especially when deciding between the freeze and betterment alternatives.

Candidates can check the list of top 10 engineering colleges in Maharashtra accepting MHT CET scores for admission.

The Maharashtra Admission Regulating Authority (ARA) has hiked the exam fee for the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET) 2026 including other entrance exams.  Maharashtra has further planned to hike the exam fee by 10% every year to facilitate the APAAR and Aadhaar integration with the CAP admission process.

Maharashtra minister Chandrakant Patil has announced that, starting from the next academic year, the Common Entrance Test (CET) for professional courses will be conducted only at exam centres within Maharashtra to curb malpractices. As a result, students from outside the state who wish to appear for the CET for courses offered by Maharashtra-based institutions will be required to travel to the state to take the exam. This decision follows allegations of irregularities at certain examination centres located outside Maharashtra.

According to the CET Cell’s engineering admission 2025-26 report, over 1 lakh candidates were admitted BE and BTech engineering courses through CAP counselling. Students from the reserved category achieved a higher success rate than general category students, potentially due to reservation policies, financial concessions, and reduced competition.

Mah CET CAP 2025: Over 1 lakh admitted to BTech; reserved category shows highest admission rate of 86.89%

The state cell is yet to announce the MHT CET 2026 registration dates. As per reports, MHT CET 2026 registrations will begin in January first week.

State Cell will conduct MHT CET 2026 BTech and MBA entrance exams twice a year. Maharashtra's education minister Chandrakant Patil informed that the state’s 11 CET boards will conduct MHT CET 2025 in April and May.

The schedule for MHT CET 2026 is provided in the table below.

The State CET Cell Maharashtra has notified that candidates appearing for the MHT CET 2026 will be required to provide both their Aadhaar number and APAAR ID during the registration process. The application form for the MHT CET exam 2026 will be available soon on the official CET Cell website, cetcell.mahacet.org.

The State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Maharashtra, is set to open the registration window for the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET) 2026. As per available information, the MHT CET 2026 application process is expected to start in the first week of January. Candidates will be able to apply online through the official website, cetcell.mahacet.org, once the registration link is activated.

The Maharashtra Admission Regulating Authority (ARA) has proposed a revision in the MHT CET 2026 application fee. As per the proposal, open category candidates may have to pay Rs 1,300, while candidates from reserved categories may be charged Rs 1,000. The final decision and payment instructions are expected to be notified by the CET Cell.

MHT CET 2026 will be conducted in two phases in April and May. The PCM group examination is scheduled from April 11 to 19 for the first session and from May 14 to 17 for the second session. The PCB group exam will be held from April 21 to 26 in April and from May 10 to 11 in May. Candidates can appear in one or both sessions, with the higher score considered for admissions.

Candidates should ensure their Aadhaar details are updated and register for an APAAR ID before applying. While filling the MHT CET BTech 2026 application form, the following documents need to be uploaded:

• Class 10 and 12 mark sheets
• Proof of date of birth
• Domicile certificate
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• Address proof
• Scanned passport-sized photograph and signature
• Internet banking or credit/debit card details for fee payment

The chapter-wise physics weightage in MHT CET 2026 is given in the table below.

MHT CET 2026 will be conducted in two phases. The Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (PCM) group exam is scheduled from April 11 to 19 for the first session and from May 14 to 17 for the second session. The Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB) group exam will be held from April 21 to 26 in the first session and from May 10 to 11 in the second session. Candidates can appear in one or both sessions, with the higher score considered for admission.

The exam pattern for MHT CET PCM group exam 2026 is given below.

The CET Cell, Maharashtra, will release the MHT CET 2026 eligibility criteria on the official website. Candidates should refer to the information brochure to check detailed conditions, which cover nationality, age, educational qualification, and minimum marks. Only those meeting the eligibility requirements can apply for the exam. Key eligibility points for MHT CET 2026:

• Age limit: No age restriction to appear for MHT CET 2026.
• Educational qualification: Candidates should have passed the Class 12 or equivalent exam from a recognized board with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) or Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB). Those appearing in the qualifying exam can also apply.
• Minimum marks: Candidates should secure at least 45% in the qualifying exam (40% for reserved category candidates).

Candidates should ensure their Aadhaar details are updated and register for an APAAR ID before applying. While filling the MHT CET BTech 2026 application form, the following documents need to be uploaded:

• Class 10 and 12 mark sheets
• Proof of date of birth
• Domicile certificate
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• Address proof
• Scanned passport-sized photograph and signature
• Internet banking or credit/debit card details for fee payment

The Maharashtra CET Cell has not yet announced the last date for MHT CET 2025 registration. Candidates should keep checking the official website, cetcell.mahacet.org, for updates.

The state has proposed a mock Centralised Admission Process (CAP) round from the 2026–27 academic session. The initiative aims to help candidates understand the admission process before the actual counselling rounds begin.

There is no limit on the number of attempts for admission through MHT CET. Candidates can appear for the examination multiple times, provided they meet the eligibility criteria specified by the State CET Cell, Maharashtra, for the respective academic year.

The steps to register for JEE Main 2026 are given below.

• Visit the official website of the State CET Cell, Maharashtra at cetcell.mahacet.org.
• Click on the MHT CET 2026 registration link available on the homepage.
• Complete the registration by entering basic details and generating login credentials.
• Log in using the registered credentials and fill in the MHT CET 2026 application form.
• Upload scanned copies of the photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
• Review all details carefully and make corrections, if required.
• Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment mode.
• Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Official data shows an increase in female participation in engineering admissions. Of the total admitted candidates, 62,195 are female and 1,04,550 are male. The female share rose from 35.4% last year to 37.3% in 2025–26, marking a 1.9 percentage point increase.

MHT CET 2026 will be conducted in two phases in April and May. The PCM group examination is scheduled from April 11 to 19 for the first session and from May 14 to 17 for the second session. The PCB group exam will be held from April 21 to 26 in April and from May 10 to 11 in May. Candidates can appear in one or both sessions, with the higher score considered for admissions.

The State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Maharashtra, is set to open the registration window for the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET) 2026. As per available information, the MHT CET 2026 application process is expected to start in the first week of January. Candidates will be able to apply online through the official website, cetcell.mahacet.org, once the registration link is activated.