Easiest Shift of MHT CET 2026 PCM Session 1
Maharashtra Common Entrance Test 2026 ( MHT CET )
Exam On - 11 Apr '26 - 20 Apr '26
Easiest Shift of MHT CET 2026 PCM Session 1: Maharashtra State CET Cell will start conducting MHT CET 2026 for session 1 (PCM) group from April 11 to 20. There will be no exam on April 12. Candidates can check which MHT CET 2026 shift was easy based on the student’s reaction and expert’s analysis. Read below for more.
Easiest Shift of MHT CET 2026 PCM Session 1
MHT CET 2026 exam will start tomorrow. The engineering entrance exam is scheduled to take place from April 11 to 20 (exclusing April 12) with a total of 18 shifts. The test is conducted in two shifts; the total time duration of the exam is three hours. Candidates can refer to MHT CET 2026 shift timings to stay updated with the schedule and reporting time.
Once the exam shift is completed, candidates can get complete details regarding MHT CET 2026 shift-wise paper analysis, difficulty level, types of questions asked in MHT CET PCM paper, etc. After MHT CET exam is completed, candidates can check a comparison and overall analysis of the morning and afternoon shifts.
- What does Easiest Shift in MHT CET 2026 exam mean?
- MHT CET 2026 PCM Difficulty Level Predictions by Experts Based on Last Year
- MHT CET PCM 2026 Paper Analysis
- MHT CET Previous Year Paper Analysis
- Expected MHT CET 2026 Marks vs Rank for PCM
What does Easiest Shift in MHT CET 2026 exam mean?
The easiest shift in MHT CET 2026 mainly refers to the shift that has the most straight-forward questions. It can also mean that the majority of questions are direct, formula-based and theory-heavy. With the help of the MHT CET easiest shift-wise paper analysis 2026, candidates will get an idea about the topics to target, so that they take no time attempting questions.
But here’s a catch: now that the shift is easier, a major pool of students will score good marks, due to which percentile can go high.
Candidates appearing for later shifts can attempt MHT CET 2026 mock test
MHT CET 2026 PCM Difficulty Level Predictions by Experts Based on Last Year
Based on last year’s paper analysis, here’s what experts have predicted regarding MHT CET 2026 exam for PCM groups -
- Overall, the difficulty level of the MHT CET question paper will remain moderate. It was because, last year (in most of the shifts), the number of difficult questions was less.
- Students can expect repetition of questions in majority of shifts, as per the experts.
- Candidates can expect at least 4 to 5 difficult questions (tricky and lengthy) in each MHT CET 2026 shift.
Candidates appearing for the Maharashtra Engineering Entrance exam must be aware of the exam dates and reach the test centre before time. Along with MHT CET admit card 2026, they must carry a valid ID proof, such as PAN card, Voter ID, ID proof issued by recent school or college, etc.
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MHT CET PCM 2026 Paper Analysis
After each shift, candidates can find shift-wise MHT CET 2026 exam analysis for all exam dates. This will give an idea about the question paper toughness for students appearing in later shifts and sessions.
| MHT CET 2026 exam dates | Shift 1 Analysis | Shift 2 Analysis | Easiest Shift of MHT CET 2026 PCM Session 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 11 | soon | soon | soon |
| April 13 | soon | soon | soon |
| April 14 | soon | soon | soon |
| April 15 | soon | soon | soon |
| April 16 | soon | soon | soon |
| April 17 | soon | soon | soon |
| April 18 | soon | soon | soon |
| April 19 | soon | soon | soon |
| April 20 | soon | soon | soon |
MHT CET Previous Year Paper Analysis
Last year, MHT CET for PCM was held from April 19 to 27. Candidates can check the MHT CET paper analysis of few shifts below -
| Date |
Maths (shift 1 and 2) |
Physics (shift 1 and 2) |
Chemistry (shift 1 and 2) |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 19 |
Was moderately tough. Had tricky and lengthy questions. Topics covered: 3D geometry, vectors, differential equations, trigonometry, relations and functions |
Overall, a balanced question paper with conceptual and numerical questions. Topics covered: laws of motion, current electricity, magnetism, wave optics, etc. |
Chemistry was direct and scorable. Questions were mostly NCERT-based. Topics covered: co-ordination compounds, p and d-block elements, redox reactions, states of matter, etc. |
| April 20 |
Moderate to tough with few challenging questions. Strong fundamentals were required. Topics covered: calculus, probability, vectors, 3D geometry, and matrices |
Moderate to tough with formula and concept-based questions. Topics covered: modern physics, current electricity, thermodynamics, optics, etc. |
Easiest section out of three. Balanced set of questions from organic, physics, and inorganic chemistry. |
| April 21 |
Found to be toughest in both the shifts. Shift 1 had more calculus-based questions. While shift 2 had more questions on vector and 3D. |
Moderate to tough level questions. Few questions were high-problem solving. Topics covered: current electricity, rotational dynamics, modern physics, etc. |
Chemistry was the easiest section in both shifts. Topics covered: redox reactions, states of matter, surface chemistry, etc. |
| April 22 |
Maths section was moderate to tough with few challenging questions. Topics covered: differential equations, 3D geometry, vectors, etc. |
Physics was easy to moderate. Topics covered: Balmer series, Wave Optics, Logic gates, Oscillations, etc. |
Chemistry was rated the easiest section out of all. Topics covered: solid state, redox reactions, IUPAC nomenclature, co-ordination compounds |
Expected MHT CET 2026 Marks vs Rank for PCM
Candidates can check expected MHT CET marks vs rank below -
| MHT CET Marks |
MHT CET Percentile |
|---|---|
| 160+ |
99.50+ |
| 140-160 |
99+ |
| 130-140 |
98-99 |
| 110-130 |
96-98 |
| 100-110 |
95-96 |
| 95-100 |
92-95 |
| 80-90 |
85-95 |
| 60-80 |
65-85 |
| 55-65 |
60-70 |
| Below 55 |
Below 70 |
Check: MHT CET College Predictor
Commonly asked questions
As per the information brochure, the MHT CET exam will be similar to the JEE Main exam in terms of difficulty level. However, those who appear for both tests often report that MHT CET is easier as compared to JEE Mains.
It is not compulsory to attempt all the question in MHT CET exam. Students are advised to attempt only those questions for which they know the correct answer. Questions for which the answer is not sure should be left. However, as there is NO negative marking in MHT CET exam, questions for which answer is doubtful can be attempted in last. Students gets All India Rank based on the marks they secure in exam and gets admission based on that rank.
The MHT CET chapter-wise weightage for classes 11th and 12th is as follows:
- Class 11th: 20% weightage
- Class 12th: 80% weightage
Commonly asked questions
No. There is no minimum mark required to pass the MHT CET exam. The only requirement to get the scorecard is to appear in all subjects of MHT CET and obtain a non-zero score.
130 is a good score in the MHT CET exam. To obtain 130 marks in MHT CET, students have to cover all the topics from the MHT CET syllabus and practice the MHT CET PYQs and sample papers.
No, candidates need to carry the printout of their MHT CET 2025 admit card downloaded from the websie. Candidates will have to download and take a printout of their admit card in A4 paper to be carried to the exam centre on the day of exam.
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