MHT CET 2026: Exam Date, Syllabus, Eligibility, Pattern, Registration

What is MHT CET?

MHT CET (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test) is a state-level entrance exam conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, for admission to undergraduate programs in Engineering (B.E./B.Tech), Technology, Pharmacy (B.Pharm), and Agriculture in over 400 colleges in Maharashtra, including top institutes like COEP Pune, VJTI Mumbai, and ICT Mumbai.

It is the primary exam for Maharashtra domicile candidates, with 85% seats reserved under state quota and 15% under All India Quota (via JEE Main). In 2026, around 4-5 lakh candidates appeared, with results used for centralized admission process (CAP).

MHT CET 2026 Highlights

MHT CET 2026 Important Dates

MHT CET Eligibility Criteria 2026

• Nationality: Indian nationals; Maharashtra domicile preferred for state quota

• For B.E./B.Tech (PCM):

• Passed Class 12 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English

• Minimum 45% aggregate in PCM (40% for Reserved categories from Maharashtra)

• Appearing students eligible

• For B.Pharm (PCB):

• Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics, and English

• Minimum 45% aggregate in PCB/PCM (40% for Reserved categories)

• Age Limit: Minimum 17 years

• Attempts: No limit

• Reservation: Maharashtra state quotas: 13% SC, 7% ST, 19% OBC, 10% EWS, 5% PwD

MHT CET 2026 Application Form: Step-by-Step Guide

1. Visit cetcell.mahacet.org
2. Click on “New Registration – MHT CET 2026”
3. Register using Name, Mobile Number, Email ID & create password
4. Receive Application ID & Password on mobile/email
5. Log in and fill the form:

• Personal details, category, domicile status, home university area
• Select group: PCM / PCB / Both
• Educational qualification (Class 10 & 12 details)
• Choose 3 exam city preferences

7. Upload photograph & signature
8. Pay application fee online
9. Download confirmation page

MHT CET 2026 Application Fees

MHT CET Document Upload Specifications

MHT CET Correction Window & Exam Centres

• Correction Window: March, 2026 (most fields editable)
• Exam Cities: All 36 districts of Maharashtra + select cities in Gujarat, MP, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Telangana, Goa
• Language: English, Marathi, Urdu (Mathematics in English only)

MHT CET 2026 Exam Pattern

PCM Group (Engineering)

PCB Group (Pharmacy)

Key Points: No negative marking • Duration: 180 minutes • Difficulty level similar to JEE Main

MHT CET 2026 Detailed Syllabus

• 20% weightage from Class 11 Maharashtra State Board syllabus
• 80% weightage from Class 12 Maharashtra State Board syllabus
• Complete syllabus available on cetcell.mahacet.org
• Mathematics: Full Class 12 + selected Class 11 topics (Integration, Matrices, Trigonometry, 3D Geometry)
• Physics & Chemistry: Full Class 12 + selected Class 11 topics
• Biology: Botany + Zoology (full Class 12 + 20% Class 11)

Best Books for MHT CET 2026 Preparation

How to Download MHT CET 2026 Admit Card

1. Visit cetcell.mahacet.org
2. Click on “MHT CET 2026 Admit Card Download” (PCM/PCB)
3. Enter Application ID, Date of Birth & Security Pin
4. Verify details and download the hall ticket
5. Print 2 colour copies on A4 sheet

Admit card released on April 3 (PCB) & April 9 (PCM). Carry with a valid photo ID (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport) & passport-size photo.

MHT CET 2026 Exam Day Instructions

• Report 90 minutes before exam (gates close 60 minutes prior)
• Carry: Printed admit card, photo ID, passport-size photo
• Allowed: Transparent water bottle, black ball-point pen (provided)
• Prohibited: Mobile, calculator, electronic gadgets, notes, bags
• Dress code: Light clothes, no metal items, half sleeves
• Biometric verification & frisking mandatory
• Follow instructions on admit card; maintain decorum

MHT CET 2026 Score Card & Result

• Result declared on June 16 (PCM) & June 17 (PCB) at cetcell.mahacet.org
• Score card shows percentile (no raw marks), All India Rank (AIR), category rank
• Normalization applied across shifts
• Download: Login → Result → Enter credentials → PDF
• Valid for 2026–26 admissions only

MHT CET Previous Years Cut-off Percentile (General Category, Round 1)

MHT CET 2026 Counselling / CAP Process

• Conducted by State CET Cell via Centralized Admission Process (CAP)
• 4 rounds (CAP 1–4) + Institute-level rounds if seats vacant
• Steps:

1. Register on fe2026.mahacet.org (June 28–July 12, 2026)
2. Upload documents & pay fee (₹800 General / ₹600 Reserved)
3. Document verification (online e-scrutiny or facilitation centre)
4. Merit list release (July 2026)
5. Choice filling & locking (up to 300 options)
6. Seat allotment (July–August 2026)
7. Fee payment & reporting to allotted institute

• Options: Freeze (accept), Float (upgrade), Slide (same college, higher branch)
• Reservation: Maharashtra state norms (52% for reserved categories)

Top 15 Engineering Colleges Accepting MHT CET 2026 Score with Approx. Fees & Cutoff Percentile (General, Round-1)

MHT CET 2026: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. **Is Maharashtra domicile compulsory?**No, but non-domicile candidates get only 15% All India seats (higher fees).
2. **Can I appear for both PCM and PCB?**Yes, separate registration & fee required.
3. **Is there negative marking?**No negative marking in MHT CET.
4. **Can I use JEE Main score instead of MHT CET?**Yes, for 15% All India quota seats in Maharashtra colleges.
5. **Is Class 11 syllabus important?**Yes, 20% questions from Class 11 Maharashtra Board syllabus.
6. **Is calculator allowed?**No.
7. **Can I get COEP with 98 percentile?**Difficult for CSE/IT; possible for Mechanical/Civil.
8. **Is Marathi compulsory?**No, paper available in English, Marathi, Urdu.
9. **How many CAP rounds?**Usually 4 CAP rounds + institute-level rounds.
10. **Is hostel compulsory?**No, but top colleges like COEP, VJTI have good hostel facilities (₹50k–1L per year).
11. **Can I change branch after first year?**Yes, many colleges allow branch change based on first-year performance.
12. **Is TFWS available?**Yes, Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme for economically backward (income < ₹8 lakh).
13. **Best score for top private colleges?**97–99 percentile for CSE in PICT, SPIT, VIT, Cummins.
14. **Is coaching required?**Highly recommended; most toppers join classes like Rao IIT, Allen, Vidyalankar.
15. **When does CAP registration start?**Usually last week of June / first week of July 2026.