MH CET LAW Date 2026: Check 3 & 5 Year LLB Complete Counselling Timeline

Maharashtra Common Entrance Test - Law 2026 ( MHCET Law )

Aashish Jha
Updated on Oct 15, 2026 15:01 IST

By Aashish Jha, Senior Executive- Content

MHCET Law Exam Date 2026: The State CET Cell Maharashtra released all important MH CET Law exam date 2026 via a notification. The MH CET Law date was different for each course. The MH CET 3 Year LLB exam dates were April 1 and 2, 2026. Graduates were allowed to take this test. The MH CET 5 Year LLB exam was set for May 8, 2026. Students who passed Class 12 could take MH CET Law 5 Year exam. Maharashtra CET Law registration was done before the exam. The authority conducted counselling process after results were announced. The Maharashtra State CET Cell held MH Law CET counselling for both courses, i.e., 5 Year integrated LLB and 3-year LLB, separately.

The Maharashtra State CET Cell has completed MH CET Law admission process. The authority announced MHCET Law Admission cutoff date. The authority has not extended the schedule as of now. The admission cutoff date for MHCET 5 Year LLB program 2026 was October 10, 2026. The MH CET 3 Year LLB 2026 admission cutoff date was October 12, 2026. The State CET Cell has earlier extended MH CET Law dates for admissions. Candidates are required to complete all important processes of this state-level exam within specified MHCET Law exam date 2026. The MH CET 5 Year Law website is llb5cap26.mahacet.org. Candidates can visit the MH CET LLB 3 Year website at llb3cap26.mahacet.org. Candidates can check all important MH CET LLB Exam dates below.

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Table of contents
  • MH CET Law Exam Dates & Schedule 2026
  • MH CET Law 2026 Counselling Date
  • MH CET Law Result Date 2026
  • MH CET Law 2026 Answer Key Date
  • MH CET Law 2026 Exam Dates
  • MHCET LAW 2026 Admit Card
  • MHCET Law 2026 Application Dates
  • MH CET Law 2026 FAQs
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MH CET Law Exam Dates & Schedule 2026

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of MHCET Law 2026 exam

DatesPast Exam Dates
12 Oct ' 26

MH CET 3 Year LLB 2026 Admission Cut Off Date

10 Oct ' 26

LLB 3-Year CAP Extended Institute Level Round Colleges Upload Merit List

10 Oct ' 26

MH CET 5 Year LLB 2026 Admission Cut Off Date

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MH CET Law 2026 Counselling Date

The MH CET Law Counselling process is completely online. Candidates needed to participate in counselling process to get admission to law colleges available through Maharashtra Law CET exam. Only those candidates who meet the MH CET Cutoff 2026 can appear in the counselling rounds. The State CET Cell Maharashtra releases round-wise dates for various events, such as:

  • Registration
  • College Option Form Filling
  • Form Editing
  • Display of Alphabetical List
  • Final Merit List
  • Seat Allotment
  • College Reporting

Seat availability at each college also plays a role in admission. Exam pattern also matters. Candidates should keep track of all MH CET law dates for counselling. 

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MH CET Law Result Date 2026

The MH CET law result 2026 for both the 3-yr & 5-yr LLB courses is out. The CET Cell did not announce any MH CET Result Date 2026 in advance. Candidates can download the scorecard by visiting their login. Based on these results, candidates can participate in the MHCET Law 2026 counselling process, which is also known as the CAP process. The MH CET Law results were shared by the exam conducting body in online mode on the official website. The result was declared only for those candidates who had completed Maharashtra CET Law registration and appeared for the exam. 

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MH CET Law 2026 Answer Key Date

The MHCET Law answer key was released on June 4, 2026. The authority announced the answer key release schedule after the announcement of MHCET law exam date 2026. Candidates could raise objections to the provisional answer key until May 26, 2026. Candidates had to pay INR 1000/- per objection. The final answer key was issued later, after checking all the objections. Candidates must note that the 3-year LLB and the 5-year LLB answer keys were released separately. 

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MH CET Law 2026 Exam Dates

The authority announced the MH CET Law exam date along with the notification. The MHCET Law entrance exam was held in computer-based mode on May 8, 2026, for admission to the five-year LLB program. The MH CET 3 year LLB exam date was different from the 5 Year LLB. The 3 Year LLB exam was held on April 1 & 2, 2026. Candidates appearing for the exam at the allotted test centres had to report to the test centre on time. The exam was held in two shifts. The last shift concluded at 5:00 PM. Both Maharashtra-domiciled and outside-state candidates were allowed to appear for the exam. The exam duration was 120 minutes. The MH CET Law exam is held for admission to both 3 Year and 5 Year LLB courses in participating law colleges.

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MHCET LAW 2026 Admit Card

The Maharashtra CET cell released the MHCET Law Admit Card 2026 in online mode for the 5-year LLB course. Candidates who filled the application form can download the hall ticket by visiting cetcell.mahacet.org. No entry is allowed without it. Candidates also need a valid photo ID like Aadhaar, PAN, or passport. 

MH CET Hall Ticket 2026 Download Instructions 

Candidates can download the MHCET Law hall ticket as per the steps provided below: 

  • Go to cetcell.mahacet.org
  • Click the MH CET Law admit card download link.
  • Enter your login details
  • Your admit card will appear
  • Download it
  • Take a printout for the exam day

It's wise to reach the centre 60-90 minutes early. Electronic devices are not allowed inside the hall.

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Candidates should keep the admit card safe till the full admission process ends.

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MHCET Law 2026 Application Dates

The MHCET Law Application Form dates 2026 were released through an official notification. The MHCET application process is over for both the 3-year and 5-year LLB courses. The applicant had to submit the latest scanned photograph and signature in the required format. They may be asked to upload the category certificate, residential proof, and date of birth proof (class 10th certificate), etc. The authority also released application correction dates after the release of MHCET Law exam date.

Also Read: MH CET LAW Application Form Correction: Know Important Guidelines, Editable Fields, Process

Candidates can check important dates related to the MH CET Law Application below

Event

Date

MH CET LLB 3-yr Registration Dates

08-Jan-2026 to 03-March-2026

MH CET LLB 3-yr Application Correction

09-March-2026 to 11-March-2026

MH CET Law 2026 5-year LLB Registration Dates

09-Jan-2026 to 31-March-2026

MH CET LLB 5-year Application Correction

07-April-2026 to 09-April-2026

Candidates were allowed to fill the MH CET Law application form only online.

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MH CET Law 2026 FAQs

Candidates can find the MH CET Law Date FAQs on this page

Q:   In which cities is MHCET Law exam held?
A: 

MH CET Law exam happens in many cities across Maharashtra and a few outside too. Major test centres include Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Aurangabad, Kolhapur, Solapur, and Thane. Some centers also in Delhi, Bhopal, and Ahmedabad. You can choose your preferred city while filling MH CET Law application form.

Q:   Is MHCET Law only for Maharashtra students?
A: 

No, MH CET Law 2026 not only for Maharashtra students. Candidates from any Indian state can apply. But Maharashtra students may get more seats under state quota. Others can take admission through all India quota. Everyone must meet same eligibility and appear for MH CET Law exam to qualify.

Q:   Can I apply for MHCET Law if my Bachelors degree result is awaited?
A: 

Yes, you can apply for the MH CET Law exam even if your bachelor's result has not been declared yet. But you must show proof of passing the degree before admission time. During registration, choose the “result awaited” option. Make sure you complete all eligibility criteria before final counselling or seat allotment.

Q:   How to prepare for MHCET Law?
A: 

Prepare for MH CET Law by first getting familiar with the pattern, which has 150 questions to solve in 120 minutes. 

Q:   What is MHCET Law cut off?
A: 

The MHCET Law cutoff means the least marks you need to get admission in a law college. It keeps changing every year depending on exam level, total students, and seat numbers. If you score higher marks, your chance of getting top law colleges becomes much better.

Q:   Can I crack MHCET Law through Self Study?
A: 

Yes, self-study is enough if done properly. Follow a schedule, use good books, and practice mock tests regularly. Discipline and consistency are key.

Q:   What is the format of MHCET law exam?
A: 

The MH CET Law exam happens online and goes on for 2 hours, that is 120 minutes total. It has 120 MCQ-type questions for both 3-year and 5-year LLB programs. The paper is divided into five parts: Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, General Knowledge, English, and Mathematics. Every question carries 1 mark, and there's no negative marking in MH CET Law exam.

Q:   Is it compulsory to attempt the English section of MHCET Law?
A: 

Yes, all sections are compulsory. The English section tests grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension skills. Skipping any section can reduce total marks and overall score.

Q:   Which details have to be prepared before filling out the MHCET Law application form?
A: 

Before filling the MHCET Law form, keep your name, date of birth, contact details, academic records, photo, signature, and ID proof ready. Ensure all details match official documents to avoid errors.

Q:   Are six months enough to prepare for MHCET Law?
A: 

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. 

Q:   How to prepare for MH CET Law 2027?
A: 

Know the MH CET Law 2027 syllabus first, it help to plan better. The exam have parts like Legal Aptitude, GK, Logical Reasoning, English and Maths for 5-year LLB. 

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