MHT CET 2026 April 18 Question Paper with Solutions Shift-wise Answer Key

Maharashtra Common Entrance Test 2026 ( MHT CET )

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Updated on Apr 18, 2026 07:23 IST
Candidates who are appearing for the MHT CET 2026 PCM exam can find the MHT CET 2026 April 18 question paper with answer key solutions here. The MHT CET 2026 April 18 shift-wise QP and solutions are provided here for the memory-based questions. Students for all other exam days should also refer to the MHT CET 2026 April 18 question paper.

MHT CET 2026 April 18 solutions will be updated on this page after the conclusion of shift 1 at 12 PM. The MHT CET April 18 shift-wise question paper and solutions will be prepared for the memory-based questions.

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MHT CET 2026 April 18 Question Paper Analysis, Solutions, Answer Key

MHT CET 2026 April 18 PCM Question Paper with Solutions OUT: State CET Cell is conducting the MHT CET 2026 exam for shift 1 from 9 AM to 12 PM, while shift 2 will be held from 2 PM to 5 PM. The MHT CET 2026 April 18 question paper with solutions will be updated here for both shifts. Those who appear for the MHT CET 2026 can check the MHT CET 2026 April 18 solutions to check their performance and calculate their expected scores. Students for all other exam days should also refer to the MHT CET 2026 April 18 question paper for the expected difficulty levels for their shifts and to know the frequently asked topics. The question paper and answer key is prepared for the memory-based questions.

LIVE: MHT CET 2026 April 18 PCM Exam Question Paper Analysis

Table of contents
  • MHT CET 18th April Shift 1 Paper Analysis
  • MHT CET 2026 18th April Shift 1 Question Paper with Solutions OUT
  • How to Calculate Scores Using Answer Key?
  • MHT CET 2026 Marking Scheme
  • MHT CET 2026 Result Date

MHT CET 18th April Shift 1 Paper Analysis

The MHT CET 2026 April 18 shift 1 paper analysis will be updated here shortly after the exam is over. The analysis will be based on the students' reactions and reviews. Note that the subject-wise difficulty level of the test is subjective to each student appearing for the test.

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MHT CET 2026 18th April Shift 1 Question Paper with Solutions OUT

Candidates can check the MHT CET 2026 April 18 paper with solutions here. Disclaimer: These are prepared by coaching experts for the memory-based questions.

Also check: MHT CET PCM Question Paper 2026

How to Calculate Scores Using Answer Key?

Students can calculate their expected scores using the answer key by following these steps:

  • Compare your responses with the answer key

  • Count the number of correct answers

  • Use the marking scheme to calculate your total score

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

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?
A: 

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 the MHT CET exam MCQ type?
A: 

Yes, the MHT CET 2026 exam is MCQ type for both the PCM and PCB groups. For each question, students will be given 4 alternatives and candidates have to mark the correct answer.

MHT CET 2026 Marking Scheme

Candidates can check the official marking scheme by CET Cell to calculate scores from the following table. The authority will allot marks based on the following marking scheme. 

Type of Response

Marking Scheme

Correct response

  • Section 1 (P+C): 1 mark awarded

  • Section 2 (M): 2 marks awarded

Incorrect response

0 (No negative marking)

No answer

No marks

Marked for review

No Marks

MHT CET 2026 Result Date

The tentative MHT CET result date 2026 PCM is May 2nd week. The result will be announced online in the official website cetcell.mahacet.org. MHT CET 2026 result will mention the candidate's percentile after the normalisation process.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the MHT CET syllabus?
A: 

The MHT CET 2026 syllabus is based on the syllabus of State Council Of Educational Research And Training,  Maharashtra for classes 11th and 12th. The complete syllabus of class 12th and a select few topics from class 11th together make up the MHT CET syllabus.

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