MAH HM CET MHMCT Application Form 2026, Registration: Know How to Apply

Maharashtra Hotel Management Common Entrance Test 2026 ( MAH HM CET )

DeskCalelnderExam On - 25 Mar '26

This exam is conducted for courses given below:
Porishmita Paul
Updated on Nov 15, 2025 13:28 IST

By Porishmita Paul, Associate Senior Executive

MAH HM CET 2026 Application Form: The CET Cell Maharashtra will release the MAH HM CET Application Form 2026 along with the notification. MAH HM CET 2026 Application Process is likely to begin in December 2025. The application form will be released separately for MAH BHMCT CET 2026 and MAH MHMCT CET 2026. Candidates can apply for MAH HM CET 2026 registration at cetcell.mahacet.org.

The MAH BHMCT CET Application Process is completely online. Candidates will be able to complete the MAH HM CET 2026 (MAH BHMCT CET 2026) by visiting the official website. Candidates must fill out the MAH BHMCT CET Application form on or before the last date. To fill out the MAH HM CET application form 2026, candidates must first register, upload scanned documents and images, preview, and pay the application fee online. 

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Table of contents
  • MAH HM CET 2026 Application Form Link
  • MAH HM CET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • Eligibility to Apply for MAH HM CET 2026
  • MAH HM CET 2026 Application Form Checklist
  • MAH HM CET 2026 Application Process
  • Steps to Fill MAH HM CET 2026 Application
  • MAH HM CET Application Fee 2026
  • Uploading Documents for MAH HM CET 2026 Application?
  • MAH HM CET 2026 Application Correction
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MAH HM CET 2026 Application Form Link

DeskCalendarRegistration: Dec ' 25

The MAH HM CET 2026 registration and form submission are completely online. Candidates can fill out the application form by visiting the official website only. A link to access the official website to apply for MAH HM CET 2026 will also be provided below.

Link to fill MAH BHMCT CET 2026 application form

To be announced

Link to fill MAH MHMCT CET 2026 application form

To be announced

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is MAH HM CET registrations started for 2026?
A: 

No, MAH HM CET registrations 2026 have not started yet. It is likely to begin in December 2025. The official authorities will release the MAH HM CET schedule soon on the official website.

Q:   How many students appear for MAH HM CET exam?
A: 

In the MAH HM CET 2025, a total of 35 candidates registered, with 27 appearing for the examination. This indicates an attendance rate of approximately 77 per cent. The exam was conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, for admissions to postgraduate hotel management programs .

MAH HM CET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of MAH HM CET 2026 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Dec ' 25

MAH HM CET 2026 registrations for BHMCT course

TENTATIVE
Dec ' 25

MAH MHMCT CET registrations

TENTATIVE
25 Mar ' 26

MAH MHMCT CET 2026 exam date

28 Apr ' 26 - 30 Apr ' 26

MAH BHMCT CET 2026 exam date

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Eligibility to Apply for MAH HM CET 2026

To apply for MAH HM CET 2026, candidates have to be eligible as per the conditions given in the table below:

Criteria BHMCT MHMCT
Nationality Indian Indian
Qualification 10+2 passed Passed Bachelor's Degree in Hotel Management and Catering Technology
Marks in qualifying exam 45% marks in aggregate (at least 40% marks in aggregate for reserved category candidates) 50% marks in aggregate (at least 45% marks in aggregate for reserved category candidates).
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MAH HM CET 2026 Application Form Checklist

Candidates need to have following important documents and information handy to complete online MAH HM CET application form.

  1. Mobile Number: A valid mobile number is required for registration of user in system.
  2. Email ID: A valid Email ID is required for registration of user in system.
  3. Documents: Scanned Photograph, Signature, and photo ID proof. Scanned photo and signature must be of following specifications.

Document

Format

Size

Dimensions

Photo

JPEG/JPG

Max 50 KB

3.5 cm X 4.5 cm

Signature

JPEG/JPG

Max 50 KB

3.5 cm X 1.5 cm

Photo Id proof

PDF/JPEG/JPG/PNG

Max 500 KB

NA

Note that photo ID proof can be any one of following:

  • PAN card
  • Indian passport
  • Permanent driving license
  • Voter’s ID card
  • Bank passbook with photograph
  • Aadhaar Card
  • E-aadhaar card print with a photograph
  • Recent ID card issued by school/college
  • Photo ID proof issued by a gazetted officer on official letterhead with photo
  • Photo ID proof issued by a people’s representative on official letterhead with photo

Note: Uploaded photo ID proof is to be carried at exam hall with MAH HM CET admit card.

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MAH HM CET 2026 Application Process

Below diagram helped the candidates understand the application process clearly.

 

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Steps to Fill MAH HM CET 2026 Application

Candidates can follow steps below to complete online application process of MAH HM CET 2026. Each step is important to proceed to next one. Also, all details in form must be filled correctly. Details filled in form will be verified at time of MAH HM CET counselling and admission.

1. Registration ( for first-time users)

  • Visit official website cetcell.mahacet.org, or click on direct link available on this page.
  • Click on “Online registration form MAH MHMCT CET 2026 /MAH BHMCT CET 2026”.
  • Next, read all instructions that appear on screen and click on “I Accept and Proceed”.
  • Now candidates can register themselves by clicking on "New Registration" button on home page.
  • After opening online registration form, candidates should enter below-given details:
    • Full Name (As Printed on SSC/HSC Marksheet)
    • Father's Name (FIRST NAME ONLY)
    • Mother's Name (FIRST NAME ONLY)
    • Gender 
    • Marital Status and Date of Birth
    • Religion
    • Region
    • Mother Tongue
    • Annual Family Income (Optional)
    • Nationality
    • Permanent Address
    • Address for correspondence
    • Mobile number and Email ID
    • Password of choice
  • After filling in these details candidates have to click “Save and Proceed” button.

2. OTP Verification 

State CET Cell sends a One Time Password (OTP) on registered mobile number to verify Login. Here is what to do:

  • After receiving One Time Password (OTP), candidates have to enter it in space provided and click “Verify OTP”.
  • After Verification of One Time Password (OTP), candidates can proceed ahead.
  • If candidates do not receive OTP on entered mobile number, click on "Resend OTP" button and try again. 
  • After verification of OTP, candidates are given an “Application Number” generated by a computer system.
  • Note application number as it is needed for login every time along with password.

3. Sign In and fill in application form

After registering online, enter application number generated by system and chosen password while registering on login screen and click on “Sign In” button. Candidates have to complete application form in following stages:

  1. Filling in domicile and category details
  2. Filling qualification details
  3. Selecting exam enter your preference
  4. Uploading photo and signature
  5. Uploading a photo ID proof
  6. Preview and validate the details filled
  7. Paying the application fee
  8. Print the application form

4. Preview and Validate Information

In this step, candidate needs to validate entered information before proceeding towards final submissions.

  • If candidate wants to change information, then he/she should click on Edit button.
  • After Validation, if all details filled in by candidate are correct and final then candidate should click on “Proceed for Payment” button for payment. 

5. Pay application fee

Candidates need to check details filled in application form carefully before proceeding towards Payment. After successful Payment, student will be unable to make any changes to application form Details. If candidate selects Online Payment mode, then system will redirect candidate to Payment Gateway to proceed with Online Payment Process. One can pay fees using Debit Card, Credit Card, Online Banking.

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MAH HM CET Application Fee 2026

To complete MAH HM CET 2026 application form, candidates must pay exam fee online. Fee amount differs based on candidate's category and whether they are applying for BHMCT or MHMCT programs. Details are as follows:

Category

Fee for BHMCT CET

Fee for MHMCT CET

For Open Category Candidates from Maharashtra State, Outside Maharashtra State (OMS), J & K Migrant candidates

INR 800

INR 1000

For SC, ST, VJ/DT- NT(A), NT(B), NT(C), NT(D), OBC, SBC, EWS & Persons with Disability Candidates belonging to Maharashtra State only

INR 600

INR 800

MAH HM CET 2026 Application Fee Payment Mode: Candidates can choose any one of below given online payment modes to pay application fee.

  1. Card
  2. UPI/QR
  3. Net banking
  4. Online wallet (PhonePe and more)

Note: No offline payment options are accepted. Payment must be done online only.

6. Print the application form

Candidates can print application form after payment of MAH HM CET Application Form 2026 is completed. This printout must be kept safe with candidates. There is no need to send form to authorities. 

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Uploading Documents for MAH HM CET 2026 Application?

Students need to scan their documents in the exact format and size that is given on this page, so they can upload the images properly in the online application form. You can follow this small guide on how to upload scanned documents and images in the application form.

Uploading scanned photo / signature / photo ID proof:

  • You first click on “select upload type”, it’s right there on the screen.
  • After that, you pick Photograph / Signature / Photo ID proof, depending what you want to upload that moment.
  • Then you press the Open button, and you move to the folder where your photo kept, and you just choose it.
  • Sometimes the picture doesn’t fit nicely, so you tap the Crop option/tab and trim the photo a little.
  • When you finish cropping, you only need to click Upload, and the file goes in the form.
  • Once it’s done, your uploaded photograph or signature will show on the screen so you can see if it looks okay.
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MAH HM CET 2026 Application Correction

After the registration window closes, the CET Cell will open a correction facility for certain details in the application form. Candidates can make corrections to their Name, Photo, Signature, and Exam Center during this time; no other details in the form are allowed to be edited after the final submission of the form. The correction window will be open for 2-3 days only. Candidates had to pay no extra charges to correct their details in the already filled application forms.

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Answered a month ago

MAH HM CET 2026 exam will be conducted in online (computer-based) mode. The BHMCT CET lasts for 90 minutes, and the MHMCT CET for 60 minutes.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 months ago

Candidates must be Indian citizens with at least 45% marks in HSC exam for UG programs. For PG programs, a Bachelor Degree in Hotel Management and Catering Technology with 50% marks and 45% for reserved categories and PWD is mandatory. 

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 months ago

MAH HM CET 2026 will offer 4 years Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology course and 2 years master of Hotel Management and Catering Technology.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 months ago

Government of Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell is the conducting body of MAH HM CET 2026.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 months ago

No, MAH HM CET registrations 2026 have not started yet. It is likely to begin in December 2025. The official authorities will release the MAH HM CET schedule soon on the official website.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 months ago

MAH HM CET is a hotel management exam for admission into UG and PG Hotel Management and Catering Technology (HMCT) courses. The exam is conducted annually by the Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell. The full form of MAH HM CET is Maharashtra Hotel Management Common Entrance Test.

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Porishmita Paul

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