Easiest Shift of MHT CET 2026 PCM Session 1: Check Shift-Wise Analysis

Maharashtra Common Entrance Test 2026 ( MHT CET )

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MHT CET 2026 CAP Registration

2 Jul '26 - 12 Jul '26

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Updated on Apr 19, 2026 21:40 IST
MHT CET 2026 exam has started. The test is held in two shifts and 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. Once the exam shift is completed, candidates can get complete details regarding MHT CET 2026 shift-wise paper analysis, difficulty

Easiest Shift of MHT CET 2026 PCM Session 1: Maharashtra State CET Cell conducted MHT CET 2026 for session 1 (PCM) group from April 11 to 20. No exam was conducted on April 12 and 14. Candidates can get complete analysis of MHT CET 2026 PCM paper analysis, which MHT CET 2026 session 1 shift was easy and more.  Easiest Shift of MHT CET 2026 PCM Session 1

Easiest Shift of MHT CET 2026 PCM Session 1

MHT CET 2026 exam for session 1 has been completed. Candidates can check detailed analysis of MHT CET 2026 shift-wise analysis along with comparision, which shift was easy. This will give an idea of approximate percentile range for that particular shift. The engineering entrance exam was conducted from April 11 to 20 (excluding April 12) with a total of 18 shifts. The test was held 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.

Table of contents
  • MHT CET PCM 2026 Paper Analysis (Day and Shift-Wise)
  • MHT CET 2026 Question Paper with Answer Key: Check Shift-Wise Memory-Based Questions with Solutions
  • What does Easiest Shift in MHT CET 2026 exam mean?
  • Expected MHT CET 2026 Marks vs Rank for PCM

MHT CET PCM 2026 Paper Analysis (Day and Shift-Wise)

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

Physics - easy to moderate, Chemistry and Maths moderate with few tricky and lengthy questions. Maths was moderate to difficult. 

Topics asked: Mechanics, Electrostatics, Waves, Calculus, 3D Geometry, Probability, Organic, Coordination Compounds, Thermodynamics

Check here: MHT CET 2026 April 11 shift 1 paper analysis

MHT CET 2026 shift 2 was moderate to tough. 20% questions from Class 11 topics and 80% from Class 12 were asked. 

Chemistry was on moderate level. While Maths was toughest and Physics was moderately tough. 

Topics covered: Organic Reactions, Coordination Compounds, and p-Block Elements, Calculus differentiation/integration, Vectors, 3D Geometry, and Probability

MHT CET 2026 April 11 shift 1 paper was on easier side compared to shift 2 paper. 
April 13 MHT CET 2026 April 13 shift 1 paper was overall moderate. Physics was moderate and lengthy, Chemistry was easy to moderate, and Maths section was moderate.  Moderate to tough with concept-based questions. Overall, MHT CET 2026 shift 1 paper was easy compared to shift 2. 
April 15

Physics and Maths were moderate and lengthy and Chemistry was easy. 

Topics covered: Thermodynamics, SHM, Waves (Focus on formulae), Theory-based, Physical Chemistry - Chemical Kinetics, Differentiation, Integration, Vectors, Line and Plane, Matrices

Overal the paper was moderate. Chemistry was easiest of all. Maths was tough and lengthy, and Physics was moderate

Topics covered: Formula-based questions, Magnetism, Waves, Hinsberg's reagent, Lucas test, Werner's therory, Vector 3D, Differentiation, Integration, Calculus, Logic, Line and Plane.

Both shifts were at a moderate level. 
April 16

Physics was tough and lengthy with conceptual questions, Maths was on tougher side, and Chemistry was easiest.

Topics asked: Vector and Scalar product, Percentage error, dimensions formula, MOI, work energy theorem, K.E & Potential energy, Organic (alkanes, aldehydes and substitution reactions), Inorganic was easy, Easy level of Physical chemistry (Boiling point, SHE, Electrochemistry), Integration, Line and Plane and Vectors. Probability, Easy trignometry questions

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April 17 Physics and Maths were moderate with some tricky questions and Chemistry was easy. Overall, the paper was moderate. Was on moderate level with Physics being moderate, Maths being moderately tough and chemistry being the easiest of all.  Both shifts were at a moderate level. 
April 18 The overall MHT PCM April 18 shift 1 paper was moderate. Physics being moderate, Maths being moderately tough and chemistry being the easiest of all.  MHT CET 2026 PCM Shift 2 paper was moderate with all sections on moderate level. Questions were balanced with less tricky questions.  Both shift paper were on the same difficulty level. 
April 19 MHTCET 2026 April 19 shift 1 paper was moderate to tough. Many students felt the paper to be lengthy. Maths and Physics were moderate to difficult, and Chemistry was on easier side.

The MHT CET 2026 April 19 shift 2 paper was overall easy to moderate. 

Here is a section-wise breakdown -

  • Physics was easy to moderate
  • Chemistry was moderate
  • Maths was lengthy and moderate
Out of both shifts, the shift 2 was on the easier side compared to shift 1. 
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MHT CET 2026 PCM exam is now completed. Candidates appearing can check analysis (shift-wise) below. Check here 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.

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MHT CET 2026 Question Paper with Answer Key: Check Shift-Wise Memory-Based Questions with Solutions

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MHT CET 2026 April 16 Question Paper with Answer Key Solutions MHT CET 2026 April 15 Shift-wise question paper answer key solutions MHT CET 2026 April 13 PCM Question Paper with Solutions
MHT CET 2026 April 12 Question Paper with Answer Key (Shift-wise)    

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. 

Candidates appearing for later shifts can attempt MHT CET 2026 mock test. 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. 

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

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Do I need to attempt all the questions in MHT CET exam?
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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.

Q:   What is chapterwise weightage of class 11 and 12 topics in MHT CET?
A: 

The MHT CET chapter-wise weightage for classes 11th and 12th is as follows:

  • Class 11th: 20% weightage
  • Class 12th: 80% weightage
Q:   Is the MHT CET syllabus tough?
A: 

The MHT CET syllabus is of medium difficulty level. The topics covered in MHT CET syllabus is that of the Maharashtra state board for classes 11 and 12. Students can prepare for MHT CET exam using their NCERT textbooks and score a good score. Candidates are however advised to refer some additional books in order to score good marks in MHT CET. Also, not all topics of class 11 are covered in MHT CET exam whereas all class 12 topics are part of MHT CET syllabus.

Q:   What are the maximum marks in MHT CET?
A: 

The MHT CET 2026 exam is conducted for a total of 200 marks for both PCM and PCB marks. The MHT CET exam is conducted for 3 papers- Maths (Paper 1), Physics and Chemistry (Paper 2) and Biology (Paper 3) and each for 100 marks. Paper 2 is common for both groups.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is there passing marks in MHT CET 2026?
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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.

Q:   Is it hard to score 130 in MHT CET?
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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.

Q:   Is MHT CET admit card soft copy on mobile acceptable in the exam centre?
A: 

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. 

Q:   What is the overall difficulty level of MHT CET exam?
A: 

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.

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