MHT CET 2026 PCM 2nd Attempt LIVE: May 18 Shift 1 Begins at 9 AM, Reporting Time, Guidelines
The MHT CET 2026 exam resumes today after a two-day break. The authority is conducting the PCM exam today in two shifts. Candidates scheduled to appear in the MHT CET 2026 May 18 exam can check the MHT CET exam day guidelines, dress code and reporting timings here.
The State Common Entrance Test (CET), Cell, Maharashtra, will commence the MHT CET 2026 exam for shift 1 at 9 AM. The entry gates for the shift 1 exam opens at 7:30 AM. Candidates must report to the allotted exam centre on time to undergo mandatory frisking and security checks. Students have to carry their MHT CET 2026 hall ticket along with their ID proof while reporting to the centres.
The authority will conduct the MHT CET exam for 3 hours as a computer-based test. The first 90 minutes are scheduled for Physics and Chemistry, while the remaining 90 minutes are for Mathematics. The total marks in MHT CET for PCM group are 200 marks. There is no negative marking for any incorrect or unattempted questions.
MHT CET 2026 May 18 Shift 1 Reporting Time
Candidates must strictly follow the reporting time mentioned on their admit card. Late entry will not be allowed under any circumstances.
| PCM Group Timings |
Shift 1 |
|---|---|
| Entry in Examination Hall |
7:30 AM |
| Last entry permitted in the examination hall |
8:45 AM |
| Login to read instructions |
8:50 AM |
| Commencement of examination |
9:00 AM |
| End of examination |
12:00 PM |
MHT CET May 18 PCM Exam Dress Code
Candidates can check the dress code for the MHT CET 2026 before appearing for the exam today. The following dress code guidelines apply to both males and females.
| 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 |
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Shoes with thick soles |
MHT CET 2026 May 18 Shift 1 Guidelines
Candidates can check the exam day guidelines for the MHT CET May 18 Shift 1 exam below.
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Carry MHT CET admit card to the exam centre.
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Bring a valid photo ID such as Aadhaar card, passport, driving licence, or school ID.
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Reach the centre as per the reporting time
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Only bring essential documents to the exam centre and avoid carrying any prohibited items.
LIVE UPDATE
MHT CET 2026 PCM Exam for Session 2 LIVE: May 18 Shift 1 Commences at 9 AM
- 12:23 AM IST• 18 May 2026
MHT CET 2026 2nd Attempt PCM Exam LIVE
The authority will resume the MHT CET 2026 PCM exam for session 2 today after a two-day break.
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