The MH CET Law 2026 application process for the 5-year LLB course has been extended on the official Maharashtra CET Cell website, cetcell.mahacet.org. Check out this article to learn about the important details of the MHCET Law 2026 entrance exam.
The Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, extended the application process for the 5-yr LLB course. The MH CET Law 2026 5-year LLB application form will now be available till March 31, 2026 at cetcell.mahacet.org. The MH CET Law 2026 application form for both 3-year and 5-year LLB courses had to be filled out separately. Earlier, the last date for the MH CET Law 3-year LLB form was January 23, 2026, but later it was extended to March 3, 2026. The MH CET Law 5-year LLB form can be filled till March 31, 2026. All candidates must fill out and submit the MH CET Law 2026 online form before the last date.
The Maharashtra CET Cell released both forms together on the portal. Students who want to join law courses should check all details carefully before applying. The MH CET Law entrance exam 2026 will be held on April 1 & 2, and May 8, 2026 for 3-yr and 5-yr LLB course respectively.
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The MH Law CET Law registration process (3-year LLB and 5-year LLB) was held at portal.maharashtracet.org or cetcell.mahacet.org. The deadline to finish the MH CET Law Registration 2026 was mentioned in MH CET Law Notification 2026. The MH CET Law Application Fee is INR 1,300 for general and EWS aspirants and INR 1000 for SC/ ST/ OBC candidates. Candidates who wish to appear for MHCET Law 2026 can refer to this article to understand the Law CET Maharashtra exam admission process.
Also Read: List of documents required to fill MH CET Law Application Form
- MH CET Law 2026 Application Dates
- MH CET Law Eligibility Criteria 2026
- MHCET Law 2026: Application Fees
- MHCET Law Application Form 2026: Pre-requisites
- Steps to fill MHCET Law Application Form 2026
MH CET Law 2026 Application Dates
Candidates can refer to the MH Law CET application dates below for their respective courses
| Events | MHCET Law 2026 Dates for 5-year LLB | MHCET Law 2026 Dates for 3-year LLB |
|---|---|---|
| Release of MH CET Law 2026 notification | 21-Nov-2025 | 21-Nov-2025 |
| Application form starts for 5-year LLB course | 09-Jan-2026 | 08-Jan-2026 |
| Last date to submit the application form | March 3, 2026 |
March 31, 2026 |
| MH CET Law Exam Date | 08-May-2026 | 01-Apr-2026, 02-Apr-2026 |
| Release of admit cards | March 2026 | March 2026 |
| Result | April 2026 | April 2026 |
Also Read: MH CET Law Exam Pattern 2026
Commonly asked questions
Yes, Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell provided the application correction facility to the candidates who registered for MHCET Law 5-year LLB 2026. The correction window closed on April 9 at the official login portal.
If you are not able to download your MH CET Law admit card, make sure you internet is stable. Cross check your registration number / registration or payment reference ID, qualifying exam hall ticket number, and date of birth. You can also try accessing it on another device.
These details will be mentioned on the MH CET Law admit card
- Candidate name
- Father & Mother's name
- Roll number
- Application number
- Date of birth
- Medium of the question paper
- Subjects opted for in the MH CET Law
- Exam date and time
- Exam center address
- Exam day guidelines
Generally those who score 90 and above have more chances of getting admission into one of the best law colleges in Maharashtra.
MH CET Law Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must check the MH CET Law 2026 eligibility criteria before beginning the process to submit the MH CET Law 2026 application form.
| Particulars | 3-year LLB | 5-year LLB |
|---|---|---|
| Age Limit | No upper age limit | No upper age limit |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation from any stream | 10+2 from recognised board or equivalent |
| Passing Marks | General: 45% SC/ST:40% ST: 42% | |
MHCET Law 2026: Application Fees
The application fee is mentioned as follows,
| Category |
Fee (in INR) |
|---|---|
| CET Fee for Open Category candidates from Maharashtra State, Out Side Maharashtra State (OMS)/All India Candidates belonging to all Categories, and J&K Migrant Candidates. On Line Application Form filling dates: | INR 1300 |
| CET Fee-For Candidates belonging to Backward Class Categories (SC, ST, VJ/DT- NT (A), NT-1 (B), NT-2(C), NT-3(D), OBC, SEBC, EWS and SBC categories) belonging to Maharashtra State only having valid Caste Certificate and having valid Non-creamy Layer Certificate valid up to 31st March-2027 for DT-VJ, NT1, 2,3, OBC & SBC Candidates. On Line Application Form filling dates: | INR 1000 |
| CET Fees for Orphan and Transgender candidates & PWD candidates from the State of Maharashtra only | INR 1000 |
Commonly asked questions
Candidates will be able to edit details in their MH CET Law 2026 application form using their own Login ID at the official MH CET Law website.
- Visit the official website - portal.maharashtracet.org
- Use LoginID and password to login
- Click on edit MHCET Law application form
- Do the changes required and save the form after duly checking
To register for the Maharashtra CET LLB 3-year result, check the process given below
- Visit cetcell.mahacet.org.
- Click on the 'Admission Portal AY 2026-27' on the MHCET LLB homepage.
- A new page will open up, click on the 'LLB 3-year' tab.
- Now, click on 'Candidate's Login' tab to register for the MH CET 3 year LLB counselling.
- Fill in your registered email ID and password.
- On the login page of Law MHCET enter the required information & upload the necessary documents.
- Select the preferred colleges for MH CET LLB 3-year admission and lock your details once you are done.
- Take the printout of MH CET LLB 3-year registration form for future reference.
For Maharashtra LAWCET exam preparation, candidates must know the exam pattern first. Read the main topics that are there in the syllabus. The best way to clear the exam is to prepare from books recommended by the experts.
General Knowledge (GK) is often said to be the hardest part of the MH CET Law exam because it's wide, changing, and not easy to predict. Current affairs are usually simpler to handle, but the static GK part that includes history, geography, and legal topics becomes tough for many students.
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MHCET Law Application Form 2026: Pre-requisites
Candidates must keep the details required to fill out the form, such as education qualification documents, bank details/ card details for fee payment, ready with themselves
- They should keep scanned copies of the photograph & signature as per the specification.
- Candidates should ensure that they are using a system that supports Internet Explorer 9+, Google Chrome 30+ or Firefox 20+ or Microsoft Edge or Bing browsers, and the network is working smoothly to fill the application form uninterrupted.
- Candidates should check the eligibility criteria of MH CET Law 2026 for their respective course and category before proceeding to fill up the application form.
Also Read: MH CET Law Syllabus 2026
Steps to fill MHCET Law Application Form 2026
The online MH Law CET application form can be filled in five steps as under:
- Visit portal.maharashtracet.org or cetcell.mahacet.org.
- Candidates need to scroll down on the page for the application form link and the registration form will appear
- The link will take the candidates to a new window for the registration form, wherein candidates need to click on 'New Registration' as under:
- To register successfully, candidates have to fill all the details correctly i.e. Candidate name, email id, phone number and enter the captcha code correctly. They need to enter their SSC and HSC marks, percentages and pass years.
- After this, the registration id and password will appear on the screen. Moreover, the candidates will also receive SMS and confirmation on their email address as registered.
- Next, candidates have to upload a photograph and a signature as per the specifications. On successful uploading, the photograph and signature will appear as under:
- After this, candidates have to click on ‘Save and Next’ for the following step
- Candidates have to fill and submit the application form with the required details as under:
- Select whether belonging to SC/ ST/ VJ/DT (NT- A)/ NT 1 (B)/ NT 2 (C)/ NT 3 (D)/ OBC/ SBC/ SEBC/ EWS/ OPEN
- Select the correct option as per your educational, domicile and disability status as under:
- If candidates do not come under the PWD category, then all other options will be disabled and but if YES, then candidates need to select the following options:
- Next, candidates have to select their educational details and test centres selection (at least three) as under
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After this step, candidates must click on the Validate Your Details button at the bottom of the page. Then, the application fee will be shown on the screen according to the candidate’s category.
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Next, fill in your educational qualification details such as SSC, HSC, or equivalent exam information, and again click on Validate Your Details. Once the details are verified, click on Save and Next to move to the next step.
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A preview of the filled MH CET Law 2026 application form will appear on the screen. Candidates must select ‘I Agree’ at the bottom of the page to confirm and submit the details successfully. It’s important to check all the information carefully before the final submission of the MH CET Law application form.
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After verifying everything, candidates can proceed to pay the MH CET Law 2026 application fee by clicking on the Save and Next button. The payment screen will then appear to complete the transaction.
- Candidates have entered the captcha code and click on submit button. A dialogue box will open up, click on OK to proceed.
- The e-payment bill desk will appear on the screen as under
- Fill your card or bank details carefully and go ahead to make the payment.
- Once the CET Cell gets your payment, the status in your applicant account will be updated within 48 hours. You should take printouts of the filled MH CET Law 2026 application form and the fee challan, and keep them safe for later use or any future reference.
Important: APAAR ID and Aadhar is mandatory for registration, although the conducting body has now given some relaxation
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Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, the CAP Counselling dates for 5 year LLB courses are out. Candidates can register until July 17, 2026. The rest of dates will be released soon.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
The reporting time for the MHCET Law exam will be different for both the shifts. It is not yet out, however, the candidates will be required to reach the examination hall as per the time mentioned on the admit card. The hall ticket will be issued to the registered candidates online. Use the login cr
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
The CET Cell has declared the MHCET Law 3-year LLB & 5-year LLB courses.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
MH CET Law exam lasts for 2 hours. The test held online in computer-based mode. You must answer 150 questions in that time. Each question carries one mark, and there is no negative marking. Manage time well because once timer ends, paper auto submits.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
There is no sectional time limit in MH CET Law exam. You get total 2 hours to finish all 150 questions. You can move between sections anytime during test. Manage your time wisely so every part gets enough attention before exam ends.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
General Knowledge (GK) is often said to be the hardest part of the MH CET Law exam because it's wide, changing, and not easy to predict. Current affairs are usually simpler to handle, but the static GK part that includes history, geography, and legal topics becomes tough for many students.
Answered a month ago
With a rank of 1748 in the MH CET Law 3-year LLB exam, you stand a good chance of getting admission to several law colleges across Maharashtra.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
Yes, six months is a good time to prepare for the MH CET Law exam. It gives enough days for both 3-year and 5-year LLB courses. Study daily with focus on Legal Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, and English. Keep giving mock tests often.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
It's neither too easy nor too tough. With proper planning and regular practice, most students can score well. Difficulty depends on the preparation level.
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Answered a month ago
General Knowledge and Current Affairs section is the most important section in the MH CET Law question paper. These sections test candidates' awareness of current events and a variety of academic subjects. The weightage of this section is 40.
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