MHT CET 2026 Exam Pattern: Check PCM, PCB Paper Pattern & Marking Scheme

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Updated on Sep 17, 2025 18:06 IST

MHT CET Exam Pattern 2026: The Maharashtra Common Entrance Test Cell will soon release the MHT CET 2026 exam pattern for both PCM and PCB groups. As per the last year MHT CET exam Pattern information available on the official website, the MHT CET 2026 PCM paper will have a total of 150 MCQ questions, 50 each from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. In the PCB group exam, there will be 100 MCQ questions from Biology and 50 each from Physics and Chemistry. The exam will be conducted online in Computer Based Test mode and the total duration of the paper will be 3 hours for both PCM and PCB group. There is no negative marking in MHT CET exam but the level of questions are similar to JEE Main. The MHT CET 2026 question paper will have 20% questions from the class 11, and 80% from the class 12 MHT CET syllabus.

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MHT CET Exam Pattern 2026 Complete Details
MHT CET 2026 Marking Scheme
MHT CET 2026 Difficulty Level
MHT CET 2026 Exam Pattern FAQs

MHT CET Exam Pattern 2026 Complete Details

It is necessary for aspirants to be aware of the MHT CET exam pattern to understand details about the marking scheme, exam duration, marks per question, and total marks of the exam. As the exam pattern of MHT CET 2026 is yet to be released, take a look at the MHT CET exam pattern from past year below:

Particulars	Details
Mode of Examination	Online, Computer Based Test
Number of Sections	For PCM Group Section 1- Physics and Chemistry Section 2- Mathematics For PCB Group Section 1- Physics and Chemistry Section 2- Biology
Duration of Exam	180 minutes (90 minutes for each section)
Type of Questions	Multiple Choice Questions
Total number of Questions	PCM Group - 150 Questions (50 from each subject) PCB Group - 200 Questions (100 from Biology and 50 each from Physics & Chemistry)
Total Marks	200 marks (100 marks for each section)
Language of Examination	Mathematics will be in the English language Physics and Chemistry will be in English/Urdu/Marathi Biology will be in English/Urdu/Marathi
Marking Scheme	Physics & Chemistry - 1 mark will be awarded for every correct answer. Mathematics - 2 marks will be awarded for every correct answer. Biology - 1 mark will be awarded for every correct answer.
Negative Marking	No negative marking

Commonly asked questions

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

The difficulty level of MHT CET is similar to JEE Main, as per the information available in the official information brochure. The questions asked in MHT CET is similar to the difficulty level of JEE Main. Students preparing for class 12 can 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: 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.

MHT CET 2026 Marking Scheme

The marking scheme for MHT CET 2026 will be released soon. Candidates can check here the information on last year marking scheme followed by the CET Cell.

MHT CET Marking Scheme

Paper	Subject	No of MCQs based on		Marks per question	Total Marks	Duration in Minutes
Paper	Subject	Class 11	Class 12	Marks per question	Total Marks	Duration in Minutes
Paper-1	Mathematics	10	40	2	100	90
Paper-2	Physics Chemistry	10 10	40 40	1	100	90
Paper-3	Biology	20	80	1	100	90

Check MHT CET 2026 Syllabus details here

Commonly asked questions

Q: What type of questions are asked in MHT CET?

The MHT CET exam question paper will have Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). Each question will be provided with 4 options and only 1 option will be correct. There will be total 150 questions, 50 each from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. The exam will be conducted online as a computer-based test.

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.

MHT CET 2026 Difficulty Level

The difficulty level of MHT CET is similar to JEE Main, as stated by the exam conducting authority. MHT CET 2026 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.

Commonly asked questions

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

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 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). .

MHT CET 2026 Exam Pattern FAQs

Check Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to MHT CET 2026 Exam Pattern.

Commonly asked questions

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 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: Will there be any break in MHT CET 2025 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: 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: 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.

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Complement of a Set Equal Sets Universal Set Finite and Infinite Set Empty Set Sets and their Representations Relations and Functions Cartesian Products of Sets Functions Relations Binomial Theorem Binomial Theorem for Positive Integral Index Composition of Functions and Invertible Function Types of Functions Types of Relations Properties of Inverse Trigonometric Functions Inverse Trigonometric Functions Basic Concepts of Inverse Trigonometric Functions Types of Matrix Transpose of a Matrix Symmetric and Skew Symmetric Matrices Invertible Matrices Operations on Matrices Determinants Determinants Integration as Inverse Process of Differentiation Differentiation Standard Deviation Assumed Mean Method Correlation and Regression Z Score Table Cube and Cuboid Complement of a Set Equal Sets Universal Set Finite and Infinite Set Empty Set Sets and their Representations Relations and Functions Cartesian Products of Sets Functions Relations Binomial Theorem Binomial Theorem for Positive Integral Index Composition of Functions and Invertible Function Types of Functions Types of Relations Properties of Inverse Trigonometric Functions Inverse Trigonometric Functions Basic Concepts of Inverse Trigonometric Functions Types of Matrix Transpose of a Matrix Symmetric and Skew Symmetric Matrices Invertible Matrices Operations on Matrices Determinants Determinants Integration as Inverse Process of Differentiation Differentiation Standard Deviation Assumed Mean Method Correlation and Regression Z Score Table Cube and Cuboid Overview DIMENSIONS OF PHYSICAL QUANTITIES DIMENSIONAL FORMULAE Significant Figures DIMENSIONAL ANALYSIS AND ITS APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL SYSTEM OF UNITS Overview Change of State Ideal Gas Equation and Absolute Temperature Thermal Expansion Heat Transfer Specific Heat Calorimetry Temperature and Heat Measurement of Temperature Thermodynamic Process Carnot Engine Reversible and Irreversible Process Thermal Equilibrium Thermodynamic State Variables Equation of State Overview First Law of Thermodynamics Second Law of Thermodynamics Behaviour of Gases Kinetic Theory of Ideal Gas Overview Periodic and Oscillatory Motion Simple Pendulum Simple Harmonic Motion Overview Speed of a Travelling Wave Displacement Relation in a Progressive Wave Superposition Principle Beats Reflection of Waves Kinematic Equation Uniformly of Accelerated Motion Instantaneous Velocity and Speed Overview Acceleration Resolution of Vectors Vector Addition by Analytical Method Scalars and Vectors Multiplication of Vectors by Real Numbers Addition and Subtraction of Vectors Overview Projectile Motion Motion in a Plane Conservation of Momentum Equilibrium of a Particle Circular Motion Common Forces in Mechanics Solving Problems in Mechanics Conservation of Mechanical Energy Potential Energy of Spring Power Kinetic Energy Collision Work Concept of Potential Energy Moment of Inertia Overview Centre of Mass Vector Product of Two Vectors Torque and Angular Momentum Motion of Centre of Mass Equilibrium of a Rigid Body Overview Angular Velocity and Relation with Linear Velocity Dynamics of Rotational Motion About a Fixed Axis Kinematics of Rotational Motion About a Fixed Axis Angular Momentum of Rotation About a Fixed Axis Keplers Law Overview Escape Speed Earth Satellites Energy of an Orbiting Satellite Stress Strain Curve Elastic Moduli Applications of Elastic Behaviour of Materials Surface Tension Bernoulli Principle Pressure in Fluids Viscosity Streamline Flow Forces between Multiple Charges Conductors and Insulators Basic Properties of Electric Charge Electric Charge Electric Charge and Field Electric Flux Electric Charge and Field Electric Field Lines Continuous Charge Distribution Interference Light Waves Youngs Experiment Refraction Reflection Plane Wave Huygens Principle Refraction Reflection Plane Wave Huygens Principle Einstein Photoelectric Theory Photoelectric Effect Wave Theory Light Photoelectric Effect Electron Emission Overview Bohr Model of Hydrogen Atom Radioactivity Physics Nuclei Overview Size of Nucleus Binding Energy Nuclear Energy Semiconductor Devices Overview Semiconductor Devices Overview Semiconductor Diode Diode as Rectifier Intrinsic Semiconductor Extrinsic Semiconductor Overview Potential Due to Point Charge Combination of Capacitors Electrostatic Potential Energy Stored in a Capacitor Capacitors and Capacitance Effect of Dielectric on Capacitance Electrostatics of Conductors Potential Energy of a System of Charges Potential due to a System of Charges Electric Current Overview Electrical Energy and Power Temperature Dependence of Resistivity Wheatstone Bridge Overview Ohms Law Kirchhoffs Law Drift of Electrons and the Origin of Resistivity Torque on Current Loop Magnetic Dipole Motion in Magnetic Field Solenoid Magnetic Field due to a Current Element Magnetic Field on Axis of Circular Current Loop Ampere Circuital Law Magnetic Force Overview Moving Coil Galvanometer Magnetism and Matter Magnetic Properties of Materials Magnetisation and Magnetic Intensity Bar Magnet Electromagnetism Motional Electromotive Force Experiments of Faraday and Henry Alternating Current Overview Transformer AC Voltage Applied to a Resistor AC Voltage Applied to an Inductor AC Voltage applied to a Capacitor AC Voltage applied to a Series LCR circuit Representation of AC Current and Voltage by Vector Electromagnetic Spectrum Electromagnetic Waves Displacement Current Total Internal Reflection Refraction through a Prism Optical Instruments Derivation of Lens Formula Reflection of Light by Spherical Mirrors Refraction at Spherical Surface and by Lenses Derive Equation of Motion by Calculus method Alternating Current Overview Mole Concept and Molar Mass STOICHIOMETRY AND STOICHIOMETRIC CALCULATIONS Percentage Composition Laws of Chemical Combination Atomic and Molecular Masses Properties of Matter and their Measurement Importance of Chemistry Overview Overview Atomic Models Discovery of Sub Atomic Particles Towards Quantum Mechanical Model of Atom Quantum Mechanical Model of Atom Electronic Configuration Types of Elements Periodic Table Electronic Configuration of Element Periodic Trends in Properties of Elements Genesis of Periodic Classification Nomenclature of Elements with Atomic Numbers Present Form of Periodic Table Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure Hybridization Valence Bond Theory Molecular Orbital Theory Hydrogen Bonding Ionic or Electrovalent Bond Kossel-Lewis Approach to Chemical Bonding Bond Parameters Bonding in Homonuclear Diatomic Molecules VSEPR Theory Applications of Chemical Bonding Equilibrium Processes Homogeneous Equilibria Factors Affecting Equilibria Applications of Equilibrium Constant Ionization of Acids and Bases Ionic Equilibrium in Solution Equilibrium in Chemical Processes Solubility Equilibria of Sparingly Soluble Salts Heter Heterogeneous Equilibria Oxidation Number Classification of Organic Compounds Isomerism Nomenclature of Organic Compounds Quantitative Analysis Qualitative Analysis of Organic Compounds Overview Structural Representations of Organic Compounds Fundamental Concepts in Organic Reaction Mechanism Tetravalence of Carbon Shapes of Organic Compounds Methods of Purification of Organic Compounds Classification Alkanes Alkenes Alkynes Aromatic Hydrocarbon Carcinogenicity and Toxicity Abnormal Molar Mass Colligative Properties and Molar Mass Solubility Proteins Vitamins Carbohydrates Enzymes Hormones Nucleic Acids Electrolytic Cells and Electrolysis Corrosion Galvanic Cell Fuel Cells Nernst Equation Electrochemical Cells Batteries Rate of Reaction Integrated Rate Equations Collision Theory of Chemical Reactions Temperature Dependence of the Rate of a Reaction Factors Influencing Rate of a Reaction Bonding in Metal Carbonyls Difference between Glucose and Fructose

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Which colleges can I get for engineering if I have 75 percentile in MHT CET via open category?

Answered a month ago

Rank around 50k, some colleges are :

1. Government College of Engineering, Amravati

2. Government College of Engineering, Jalgaon

3. Prof. Ram Meghe Institute of Technology, Badnera

4. K. J. Somaiya Institute of Engineering and IT (less competitive branches)

5. Pimpri Chinchwad College of Engineering, Pu

PRINCE MISHRA

Contributor-Level 7

Can you help me prepare a list of colleges that I can get with 61.68 percentile in MHT CET?

Answered a month ago

While precise cutoffs vary across rounds and branches, here are some colleges historically known to have admissions open at or around this percentile range:

MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU), Pune

Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Technology, Pune

Bharati Vidyapeeth's College of Engineering, Pune

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Souvik Kumar Karati

Beginner-Level 5

How to check seat allotment of CAP round 1 for engineering in MHT CET?

Answered a month ago

Visit the official MHT CET CAP website: fe2025.mahacet.org

On the homepage, click on the "MHT CET CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment Result" link.

A login window will appear. Enter your Application Number and Password or Date of Birth to log in.

After logging in, your seat allotment status and details (colle

Abhishek Sharma

Beginner-Level 5

How to download allotment letter for MHT CET 2026 CAP counselling?

Answered 2 months ago

Candidates can download their MHT CET Counselling CAP allotment letter by login to the official website. The allotment letter will have details about the college and branch allotted to the candidate and details of fee to be paid for confirming the admission.

Satyendra Singh

Contributor-Level 10

Has B.Pharma counselling for MHT CET 2025 started?

Answered 2 months ago

Yes, the counselling of B.Pharmacy 2025 MHT CET has already begun. The B.Pharmacy counselling (CAP Admission) registration started on July 7, 2025, and has a cut-off date to register and upload documents i.e. July 28, 2025. By July 29, 2025, it is possible to complete the document verification on

Antu Kaibartya

Contributor-Level 10

Can I get VJTI college for textile engineering with score of 82.83, ranking 56753 and EWS category rank 3705?

Answered 2 months ago

It is unlikely you will get VJTI for Textile Engineering with a score of 82.83 and a rank of 56753 in the EWS category (rank 3705). The cutoff for VJTI's Textile Technology programme is generally higher than the scores you've mentioned, especially for the EWS category.

Joshetha SR

Beginner-Level 5

Which government colleges accept MHCET Law scores for LLB?

Answered 2 months ago

Here are some top government LLB colleges in India accepting MHCET Law scores: