Can Outside Maharashtra Candidates Apply for MHT CET 2027? Check Eligibility, Admission Rules

The MHT CET exam is the biggest engineering entrance exam after the national-level JEE Mains. Since this is a state-level exam, aspirants are often confused about whether they can apply for MHT CET without belonging to the state. Check this article to find details on the MHT CET domicile requirements, all-India candidature eligibility, admission rules, reservation benefits, etc.

Can Outside Maharashtra Students Apply for MHT CET 2027?

Students from outside Maharashtra can apply for the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET). The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell allows candidates from other states to appear for the MHT CET exam. However, appearing for the exam and getting admission to Maharashtra colleges are two different things. Candidates who do not have Maharashtra domicile can apply for MHT CET 2027, provided they meet the prescribed eligibility criteria. They will be considered under the All India Candidature category during the admission process.

MHT CET 2027: Eligibility for outside Maharashtra candidates

According to the previous year's information brochure, candidates applying under the All India Candidature category must be Indian citizens. For admission to BTech courses, candidates must have passed class 12 or an equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with one of the prescribed subjects, including Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology or Computer Science. They must secure at least 45% marks in the relevant subjects taken together.

For BPharm admissions, candidates must have passed class 12 with Physics and Chemistry, along with Mathematics or Biology, and meet the prescribed minimum marks requirement.
The MHT CET 2027 eligibility criteria will be confirmed through this year's notification.

Can outside Maharashtra students get reservation?

No. Candidates applying under the All India Candidature category cannot claim Maharashtra State reservation benefits. They will be considered under the applicable All India admission seats.
Students must also understand that qualifying for MHT CET does not automatically make them eligible for Maharashtra State Candidature seats. Domicile and other candidature conditions determine the category under which a student can participate in the Centralised Admission Process (CAP).

Is MHT CET compulsory for outside Maharashtra candidates?

For BTech admissions, All India Candidature candidates can also apply through JEE Main scores. JEE Main scores are given preference over MHT CET scores for All India candidates. Similarly, for BPharm and PharmD admissions, NEET scores are preferred over MHT CET scores for All India Candidature candidates. Students planning to apply for MHT CET 2027 should check the updated admission brochure before filling out the application form.

MHT CET 2027 Registration

To fill MHT CET application form, candidates must be ready with important details like personal details, educational details, and communication details etc. The authority will activate the MHT CET registration link online and candidates will have to complete all the steps to apply for the exam. The CET Cell will provide complete details on the guidelines, step-by-step process, category-wise application fee and the required details through the MHT CET notification 2027 pdf only.