MHT CET Exam Pattern 2023 has been released by the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test Cell. As per the MHT CET paper pattern, the exam will be conducted online as Computer Based Test. MHT CET 2023 question paper consisted of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) having four options with one correct. There was no negative marking in MHT CET 2023 exam but the level of questions were similar to JEE Main.
MHT CET 2023 exam was conducted in two groups; PCM (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics) and PCB (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology). Candidates who applied for engineering courses had to appear in the PCM group while candidates who applied for pharmacy courses had to appear in the PCB group. The selection of PCM/PCB courses had to be made while filling the MHT CET 2023 application form.
As per the MHT CET syllabus, a total of 20% weightage was given to the questions from the class 11 syllabus and 80% weightage was given to the questions from the class 12 syllabus while setting the question paper. Each paper was of 100 marks and the duration was of 90 minutes.
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MHT CET Exam Pattern 2023
It is necessary for aspirants to be aware of the MHT CET 2023 exam pattern in detail to understand details about the marking scheme, exam duration, marks per question, and total marks of the exam. Take a look at the MHT CET exam pattern below:
| Particulars |
Details |
| Mode of Examination |
Online, Computer Based Test |
| Number of Sections |
There will be two sections- Section 1- Physics and Chemistry Section 2- Mathematics |
| Duration of Exam |
180 minutes (90 minutes for each section) |
| Type of Questions |
Multiple Choice Questions |
| Total number of Questions |
150 (50 questions for each subject) |
| Total Marks |
200 marks (100 marks for each section) |
| Language of Examination |
|
| Marking Scheme |
Physics & Chemistry - 1 mark will be awarded for every correct answer. Mathematics - 2 marks will be awarded for every correct answer. |
| Negative Marking |
No negative marking |
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MHT CET 2023 Marking Scheme
| Paper |
Subject |
No of MCQs based on |
Marks per question |
Total Marks |
Duration in Minutes |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class 11 |
Class 12 |
|||||
| Paper-1 |
Mathematics |
10 |
40 |
2 |
100 |
90 |
| Paper-2 |
Physics Chemistry |
10 10 |
40 40 |
1 |
100 |
90 |
| Paper-3 |
Biology (Botany) Biology (Zoology) |
10 10 |
40 40 |
1 |
100 |
90 |
MHT CET Difficulty Level
The difficulty level of MHT CET is similar to JEE Main, as stated by the exam conducting authority. MHT CET 2023 will be conducted in two slots. As per the previous year question paper, it has been observed that the MHT CET exam was quite the same as JEE Main. On the other hand, the difficulty level of Biology has been at par with the NEET UG exam. For candidates seeking admission to Engineering and Technology degree courses, it is mandatory to appear for Paper-1 and Paper-2. The questions in the MHT CET exam will be application-based.
MHT CET 2023 Exam Pattern FAQs
Check Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to MHT CET Exam Pattern.
Q: How is MHT CET conducted, online or offline?
Maharashtra CET Cell conducts MHT CET exam in online mode as a computer-based test. MHT CET exam is conducted for two different courses; BTech, and BPharma. The exam for both BTech and BPharma is completely online. The exam is held across various test cities in India.
Q: What type of questions are asked in MHT CET?
The MHT CET question paper will have questions from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as per the prescribed syllabus. Each Subject will have one section consisting of Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs). There will be no negative markings for all questions. For each question, a candidate has to enter the correct answer using the mouse and the on-screen virtual numeric keypad in the place designated to enter the answer. For every correct answer in Physics and Chemistry, 1 marks will be awarded while in Mathematics, every question is of 2 marks.
Q: Is there a negative marking in MHT CET?
MHT CET paper do not have negative marking for incorrect answer. In MHT CET exam, Physics and Chemistry question is of 1 marks. No marks are deducted for unattempted questions. For any question, if none of the options is found correct or a question is found to be wrong or dropped, then full marks will be awarded to all candidates irrespective of the fact whether the question has been attempted or not attempted by the candidate.
Q: How many questions are asked in MHT CET exam?
The MHT CET exam has a total of 150 questions from all three subjects. The exam has 50 questions each from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. All the 150 questions are multiple choice questions. Students need to answer all 150 multiple choice questions. Students need to complete all the 150 questions in 3 hours.
Q: In how many languages MHT CET exam is conducted?
Maharashtra CET Cell conducts MHT CET exam in a total of 3 languages. The languages in which the paper is conducted are Marathi, Urdu, and English. Students can select the language of their choice from the available options while filling out the application form. The language of MHT CET question paper during the exam will be available in a total of 3 languages, English, Urdu and Marathi. The language of paper can be switched among these 3 languages during the exam.
Q: Will there be any break in MHT CET 2024 exam?
The total duration of MHT CET exam is 3 hours and the exam is conducted continuous without any break. Candidates are allowed to enter the exam hall as per the scheduled time and can leave only after the completion of paper. The exam will have a total of 150 questions from 3 subjects, Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Students have to answer 75 questions out of 90 in 3 hours without any break. Also, there is no separate time for subjects and students can appear any subject based on his/her choice.
Q: Can I change the language of the question paper during the MHT CET exam?
Question papers during the exam will be visible in English, Urdu and Marathi. Candidates can switch the language of the question paper between the default languages which is English, Urdu and Marathi. In total, MHT CET is conducted in 3 languages and candidates have the option to select any language out of the available options. Candidates cannot switch the language of question paper between all 3 languages during the exam.
Q: Do I need to attempt all the questions in MHT CET exam?
It is not compulsory to attempt all the question in exam. Students can attempt any number of questions out of total 150 questions in the exam. Students are advised to attempt only those questions for which they can arrive at the answers/solutions. Questions for which the answer is not sure should be left. Students must note that there are no minimum marks in MHT CET that students need to score. Students gets All India Rank based on the marks they secure in exam and gets admission based on that rank.
Q: What is the difficulty level of MHT CET 2024 exam?
The difficulty level of MHT CET is medium. The questions asked in MHT CET is similar to the difficulty level of class 12 board exams. Students preparing for class 12 can easily crack MHT CET with a little extra effort. The syllabus of MHT CET is also similar to class 11 and 12 Maharashtra board which is an advantage for students planning to appear in MHT CET.
Q: Are calculators allowed in MHT CET exam?
Calculators are not allowed in the MHT CET exam. However, students are provided the virtual calculator during the exam which can be used to solving lengthy calculations. The virtual calculator is made available on the computer screen during the test and candidates can use it by clicking on the calculator link. Candidates are advised to practice solving numerical questions on their own as using virtual calculators can take much time.
Q: What is the exam pattern for MHT CET?
MHT CET (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test)
Exam Pattern: Mode of Examination: Computer-Based Examination
Exam Duration: For PCM Physics Chemistry Maths 180 minutes For PCB Physics Chemistry Biology 180 minutes
Type of Questions: MCQs Total Number of Questions: For PCM Physics Chemistry Maths 150 Questions For PCB Physics Chemistry Biology 200 Questions
Total Marks: For PCM Physics Chemistry Maths 200 Marks For PCB Physics Chemistry Biology 200 Marks
Language/Medium of Exam: English Hindi Marathi, Urdu
Marking Scheme: 1 Mark for each correct response in PCB Physics Chemistry and Biology 2 Marks for each correct response in Mathematics, and No negative marking For more details, you may visit the Shiksha MHT CET page. (https://www.shiksha.com/engineering/mht-cet-exam). .
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 4 weeks ago
No, the MH-CET admission process will not continue till 15th August 2023. The last date for submitting the MHT CET 2023 choice form for CAP Round II was July 30 to August 1, 2023. The provisional allotment of CAP Round II was on August 3, 2023. The last date for accepting the offered seat in CAP R
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 2 months ago
MHT CET Eligibility Criteria 2023
Candidates planning to appear for the should make sure to fulfill the eligibility criteria for the exam. There are some critical aspects of the eligibility criteria which are given below:
- The candidate must be a citizen of India.
- There is no such criteria of a specific
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 2 months ago
Congratulations on your MHT CET exam results! While I can provide you with some general guidance, it's important to note that admission decisions are ultimately made by the college itself and can depend on various factors such as the number of seats available, the cutoff scores for each branch, and
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Percentile of 66 in MHCET is considered moderate while it may limit your options. Here are a few colleges in Maharashtra that you can consider:
Pune Institute of Computer Technology, Maharashtra Institute of Technology, Vishwakarma Institute of Technology, K. J. Somaiya College of Engineering
I hope
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 3 months ago
Hello dear,
I hate to break the fact but as per your percentile your rank into government college have a very low chances although I can suggest few colleges but I think the chances is a little less in this competitive world.
To know about the list of colleges I would suggest to use rank predictor
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Contributor-Level 8
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