MHT CET 2026 April 21 PCB Exam LIVE: Shift 1 Ongoing, Updates on Shift 2 Reporting Time, Guidelines, Dress Code
The MHT CET 2026 PCB exam starts today. The authority is conducting the exam in two shifts. Candidates scheduled to appear in the MHT CET 2026 April 21 exam can check the MHT CET exam day guidelines, dress code and reporting timings here.
MHT CET 2026 April 21 Exam Live Updates: PCB Exam Starts Today
The State Common Entrance Test (CET), Cell Maharashtra, has commenced the MHT CET 2026 April 21 shift 1 exam. The exam will be held for three hours and will conclude at 12 PM. Students appearing in the MHT CET PCB group must check this page for complete details on paper analysis, topics asked, paper solutions and shift 2 reporting guidelines.
The MHT CET April 21 shift 2 will be held from 2 PM to 5 PM. While reporting to the exam hall, candidates have to carry their MHT CET hall ticket, a valid photo ID proof and a passport-size photograph. Any student who fails to carry the following documents will not be allowed entry inside the exam hall.
MHT CET 2026 April 21 Reporting Time
Candidates must strictly follow the reporting time mentioned on their admit card. Late entry will not be allowed under any circumstances.
| PCB Group Timings |
Shift 2 |
|---|---|
| Entry in Examination Hall |
12:30 PM |
| Last entry permitted in the examination hall |
1:45 PM |
| Login to read instructions |
1:50 PM |
| Commencement of examination |
2:00 PM |
| End of examination |
5:00 PM |
MHT CET 2026 April 21 Exam Dress Code Guidelines
Candidates can check the dress code for MHT CET April 21 exam below.
| Recommended |
Avoid |
|---|---|
| Light-weight shirts or T-shirts |
Full sleeve shirts (especially with large buttons) |
| Simple trousers or pants |
Jackets, hoodies, or sweaters (unless necessary) |
| Open footwear like slippers or sandals |
Jeans with too many pockets |
| Shoes with thick soles |
MHT CET 2026 April 21 Exam Day Guidelines
Candidates can check the exam day guidelines for the MHT CET April 21 exam below.
- Carry MHT CET admit card to the exam centre.
- Bring a valid photo ID such as Aadhaar card, passport, driving licence, or school ID.
- Reach the centre as per the reporting time
- Only bring essential documents to the exam centre and avoid carrying any prohibited items.
LIVE UPDATE
MHT CET 2026 April 21 PCB Exam Today LIVE: Shift 1 Starts; Updates on Shift 2 Reporting Time, Guidelines, Dress Code, Last-min Tips
- 9:00 AM IST• 21 Apr 2026
MHT CET PCB Exam Live: April 21 Shift 1 Starts
The MHT CET April 21 shift 1 exam starts. The exam will be held fr 3 hours and conclude at 12 PM.
- 8:45 AM IST• 21 Apr 2026
MHT CET 2026 April 21 Shift 1 Reporting Gates Close
The MHT CET 2026 April 21 shift 1 exam will commence at 9 AM. The entry gates have closed.
- 8:29 AM IST• 21 Apr 2026
MHT CET April 21 Live: No Negative Marking
The MHT CET 2026 exam has no negative marking. Students can attempt questions without the fear of losing marks. This will help them maximise their attempts and improve their scores.
- 8:15 AM IST• 21 Apr 2026
MHT CET 2026 PCB LIVE
MHT CET 2026 is a state-level entrance exam conducted by the State CET Cell, Maharashtra for admission to engineering, pharmacy and other professional courses. The exam is held in online mode across Maharashtra only.
- 7:58 AM IST• 21 Apr 2026
MHT CET 2026 April 21 Exam: Reporting Guidelines
- Students have to reach the centre at least 60 minutes before the exam.
- Entry to the exam hall will usually close 30 minutes before the exam begins.
- Late entry will not be allowed under any circumstances.
- 7:46 AM IST• 21 Apr 2026
MHT CET 2026 PCB Exam LIVE: Mandatory Documents at MHT CET Exam Centre
Candidates must carry the following documents along with admit card of MHT CET hall ticket 2026 -
- MHT CET Admit Card
- Valid Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar card, PAN card, Passport, Voter ID, Driving licence, School ID card)
- 7:37 AM IST• 21 Apr 2026
MHT CET 2026 PCB Exam Today
CET Cell will commence the MHT CET 2026 PCB exam at 9 AM today.
Commonly asked questions
No. There is no minimum mark required to pass the MHT CET exam. The only requirement to get the scorecard is to appear in all subjects of MHT CET and obtain a non-zero score.
Yes, the MHT CET 2026 exam is MCQ type for both the PCM and PCB groups. For each question, students will be given 4 alternatives and candidates have to mark the correct answer.
The MHT CET 2026 syllabus is based on the syllabus of State Council Of Educational Research And Training, Maharashtra for classes 11th and 12th. The complete syllabus of class 12th and a select few topics from class 11th together make up the MHT CET syllabus.
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