State (Maharashtra) LevelComputer Based Test (CBT)
MHT-CET 2026
Maharashtra Common Entrance Test
Conducted by: State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra (CET Cell)Exam Date:
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Exam Date
TBA
Total Marks
200
Duration
3 hours 10 minutes (PCM) / 3 hours 10 minutes (PCB)
Frequency
Once a year
About MHT-CET 2026
Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT-CET 2026) is the single national-level entrance examination for admission to undergraduate medical courses in India. Conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra (CET Cell), it is mandatory for admissions to B.Tech, B.E., B.Pharma, Pharma.D, B.Arch, B.HMCT, B.Des and other medical/dental programs across all government and private colleges in India.
The exam is conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) format and is available in English, Marathi, Urdu. The total duration is 3 hours 10 minutes (PCM) / 3 hours 10 minutes (PCB) with a maximum score of 200 marks. The syllabus is based on NCERT Class 11 and 12 curriculum covering Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Every year, over 20 lakh students register for NEET making it one of the most competitive exams in India. The exam score is used for admission to approximately 1,10,000+ MBBS and BDS seats across the country, including AIIMS and JIPMER institutes.
Last updated: March 2026Reviewed by: AdmissionMilega Counseling Team
Sources:National Testing Agency
Conducted By
CET Cell
Mode
Computer & Paper
Frequency
Once a year
Total Marks
200
Duration
3 hours 10 minutes (PCM) / 3 hours 10 minutes (PCB)
Courses
7+ programs
MHT-CET 2026 Important Dates
Event
Date
Status
Registration Start
March 2026
Upcoming
Registration Last Date
April 2026
Upcoming
Admit Card Release
April 2026
Upcoming
PCM Group Exam
May 2026
Upcoming
PCB Group Exam
May 2026
Upcoming
Answer Key Release
May 2026
Upcoming
Result Declaration
June 2026
Upcoming
CAP Round Counseling
July–August 2026
Upcoming
*Dates are tentative and subject to change. Check official website for confirmed dates.
MHT-CET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Passed 12th (HSC) or equivalent from Maharashtra State Board or any recognized board
- PCM group: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects for B.Tech/B.E.
- PCB group: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology for B.Pharma and related courses
- Minimum 50% aggregate in PCM/PCB for General category (45% for reserved categories)
- Students appearing in 12th board exams in 2026 are also eligible
Age Criteria
No age limit for MHT-CET
Attempts
No limit on number of attempts
Nationality
Indian Nationals domiciled in Maharashtra get preference. All India candidates can apply for All India seats and minority/management quota
Application Fee
General / OBC₹800
SC / ST / PwD₹600
General (PCM + PCB both groups)₹1,500
SC / ST / PwD (PCM + PCB both groups)₹1,000
MHT-CET 2026 Exam Pattern
Subject
Questions
Marks
Physics
50
100
Chemistry
50
100
Mathematics / Biology
50
100
Total
150
200
Marking Scheme
+2 for correct, 0 for incorrect — NO negative marking. PCM paper: Physics + Chemistry + Mathematics. PCB paper: Physics + Chemistry + Biology. Questions based on Maharashtra State Board + NCERT syllabus.
+4
Correct Answer
-1
Wrong Answer
0
Unanswered
Duration: 3 hours 10 minutes — 90 minutes for Mathematics/Biology section, 100 minutes for Physics + Chemistry combined
MHT-CET 2026 Syllabus
Physics
Measurements
Scalars & Vectors
Force
Friction in Solids & Liquids
Refraction of Light
Ray Optics
Electrostatics
Current Electricity
Magnetic Effect of Electric Current
Magnetism
Electromagnetic Induction
AC Circuits
Atoms, Molecules & Nuclei
Semiconductors
Communication Systems
Circular Motion
Gravitation
Rotational Motion
Oscillations
Elasticity
Surface Tension
Wave Motion
Stationary Waves
Kinetic Theory of Gases
Thermodynamics
Wave Theory of Light
Interference & Diffraction
Electrostatics (XII)
Current Electricity (XII)
Photoelectric Effect
Dual Nature of Radiation & Matter
Chemistry
Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry
Structure of Atom
Chemical Bonding
Redox Reactions
States of Matter (Gaseous & Liquid)
Adsorption & Colloids
Hydrocarbons
Chemical Thermodynamics & Energetics
Chemical Equilibrium
Ionic Equilibria
Chemical Kinetics
Elements of Group I and II
Elements of Group III and IV
Electrochemistry
Solid State
Solutions & Colligative Properties
d-Block & f-Block Elements
Coordination Compounds
Halogen Derivatives
Alcohols, Phenols & Ethers
Aldehydes, Ketones & Carboxylic Acids
Amines
Biomolecules
Polymers
Chemistry in Everyday Life
Mathematics (PCM Group)
Trigonometric Functions
Trigonometric Functions of Compound Angles
Factorization Formulae
Straight Line
Circle & Conics
Sets, Relations & Functions
Sequences & Series
Permutations & Combinations
Probability
Complex Numbers
Limits
Continuity
Differentiation
Integration
Applications of Derivative
Applications of Definite Integral
Differential Equations
Matrices
Mathematical Logic
Statistics
Vectors
Three Dimensional Geometry
Linear Programming
Pair of Straight Lines
Bernoulli Trials & Binomial Distribution
MHT-CET 2026 Cutoff (Previous Years)
Year
General
OBC
SC
ST
2025
175-140
139-110
109-80
109-70
2024
170-135
134-105
104-75
104-65
2023
168-130
129-100
99-70
99-60
2022
165-125
124-95
94-65
94-55
*Cutoff shown as marks range (highest-lowest qualifying). Source: NTA official data.
MHT-CET 2026 Preparation Tips
1
Focus on Maharashtra Board Syllabus
MHT-CET questions heavily draw from Maharashtra State Board textbooks. Read Balbharati textbooks thoroughly for Class 11 and 12 — many questions come verbatim.
2
No Negative Marking Advantage
Unlike JEE, MHT-CET has no negative marking. Attempt ALL questions — even educated guesses can boost your score significantly.
3
NCERT for Chemistry
For Chemistry, NCERT textbooks supplement the State Board syllabus well. Focus on reactions, equations, and named reactions for Organic Chemistry.
4
Practice Mental Math
MHT-CET gives limited time per question (~1.3 minutes). Practice mental calculations and shortcut methods to save time on calculation-heavy questions.
5
Solve Previous Year MHT-CET Papers
Solve MHT-CET papers from the last 5-7 years. The difficulty level and question pattern remain consistent — this is the best way to score high.
6
Mock Tests on CBT Platform
Practice on the official CET Cell mock test platform to familiarize yourself with the computer-based interface, navigation, and on-screen calculator.
Top Colleges Accepting MHT-CET 2026 Score
1
COEP Technological University Pune2
VJTI Mumbai3
Walchand College of Engineering Sangli4
College of Engineering Pune (COEP)5
Sardar Patel Institute of Technology Mumbai6
ICT Mumbai (Institute of Chemical Technology)7
Government College of Engineering Aurangabad8
Bharati Vidyapeeth's College of Engineering Pune9
Pune Institute of Computer Technology (PICT)10
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is MHT-CET 2026?
MHT-CET (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test) 2026 is a state-level entrance exam conducted by CET Cell Maharashtra for admission to B.Tech, B.E., B.Pharma, Pharma.D, and other professional courses in Maharashtra's government, private, and aided colleges.
When is MHT-CET 2026 exam date?
MHT-CET 2026 is expected in May 2026. The PCM and PCB group exams are conducted on separate dates. Exact dates will be announced on cetcell.mahacet.org.
Is there negative marking in MHT-CET?
No. MHT-CET has absolutely no negative marking. Each correct answer gets +2 marks and there is no penalty for wrong answers. This makes it crucial to attempt all questions.
What is the syllabus for MHT-CET?
MHT-CET syllabus is based on Maharashtra State Board Class 11 (approx 20% weightage) and Class 12 (approx 80% weightage) syllabus. It is slightly different from JEE Main syllabus.
Can students from other states appear for MHT-CET?
Yes, students from any state can appear for MHT-CET. However, Maharashtra domicile candidates get preference for state quota seats. Outside Maharashtra students can get admission through All India seats, management, and minority quota.
Can I appear for both PCM and PCB groups?
Yes. Candidates can register for both PCM and PCB groups by paying the combined fee. This is useful for students interested in both engineering and pharmacy courses.
What is the MHT-CET exam pattern?
MHT-CET has 150 questions — 50 each in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology. Each question carries 2 marks (total 200 marks for PCM/PCB, Physics & Chemistry carry 100 marks combined). No negative marking. Duration: 3 hours 10 minutes.
How does MHT-CET counseling work?
MHT-CET counseling is conducted through CAP (Centralized Admission Process) rounds by CET Cell Maharashtra. Candidates fill college preferences online, and seat allotment happens based on merit, category, and preference order. For counseling guidance, contact AdmissionMilega.
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