MHT CET 2026 April 24 PCB Exam LIVE: Shift 1 Underway, Shift 2 Reporting Time, Guidelines, Dress Code
The MHT CET 2026 April 24 exam is being in conducted in two shifts for the PCB subject group. The shift 1 has already begun. Check the MHT CET April 24 exam dress code, reporting time, things to carry for shift 2 and more.
MHT CET 2026 April 24 Exam Live Updates: PCB Exam Today
The State Common Entrance Test (CET), Cell, Maharashtra, is conducting the MHT CET 2026 April 24 exam in two shifts today. Today marks the 4th day of the MHT CET PCB exam for session 1
The MHT CET 2026 April 24 shift 1 started at 9 AM and will continue for 3 hours before concluding at 12 PM. The shift 2 entry begins at 12:30 PM. The last entry for shift 2 will be allowed till 1:45 PM. The exam timing for shift 2 is 2 PM to 5 PM.
The exam is held as a computer-based test. The first 90 minutes are scheduled for Physics and Chemistry, while the remaining 90 minutes are for Biology. The total marks in MHT CET for PCB group are 200 marks. There is no negative marking for any incorrect or unattempted questions.
MHT CET 2026 April 24 Reporting Time
Candidates can check the reporting time for shift 2 below.
| Exam Related Events |
Shift-2 |
|---|---|
| Entry in the examination hall |
12:30 PM |
| Last entry permitted in the examination hall |
1:45 PM |
| First log in to the read instructions |
1:50 PM |
| Commencement of Online Examination |
2:00 PM |
| End of Online Examination |
5:00 PM |
MHT CET April 24 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 April 24 Guidelines
Candidates can check the exam day guidelines for the MHT CET April 24 exam below.
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Carry MHT CET admit card to the exam centre.
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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 PCB Exam 2026 LIVE: Shift 1 Commenced, Updates on Shift 2 Guidelines, Dress Code & More
- 9:00 AM IST• 24 Apr 2026
MHT CET 2026 April 24 Shift 1 Begins
The MHT CET 2026 April 24 shift 1 exam has commenced. Candidates can check the MHT CET April 24 updates here.
- 8:45 AM IST• 24 Apr 2026
MHT CET 2026 April 24 Shift 1
The entry gates have closed for the MHT CET 2026 April 24 shft 1 exam. Late entry is not permitted.
- 8:20 AM IST• 24 Apr 2026
MHT CET 2026 Reporting Gates Close Soon: Documents To Carry
The reporting gates will close at 8:45 AM. Students must carry the following documents to the centres while appearing for the test.
- MHT CET Admit Card
- Valid Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar card, PAN card, Passport, Voter ID, Driving licence, School ID card)
- 7:53 AM IST• 24 Apr 2026
Items Banned in MHT CET 2026 Exam Hall
- Mobile phones, smart watches, earphones
- Calculators and electronic devices
- Wallets, handbags, or pouches
- Written material or notes
- Metal objects or accessories
- 7:04 AM IST• 24 Apr 2026
MHT CT 2026 PCB Exam Guidelines
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Carry MHT CET admit card to the exam centre.
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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.
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- 6:01 AM IST• 24 Apr 2026
MHT CET 2026 April 24 shift 1 shift timings
PCB 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
- 5:00 AM IST• 24 Apr 2026
MHT CET 2026: Colleges During CAP processes
The exam is used for admission into courses like:
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B.E / B.Tech
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B.Pharmacy
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Pharm.D
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Planning courses
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- 4:00 AM IST• 24 Apr 2026
MHT CET April 24 shift 1: Eligibility criteria
Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology from a recognised board to be eligible.
- 3:05 AM IST• 24 Apr 2026
MHT CET 2026 April 24: Total Number of Questions
The exam consists of multiple-choice questions. In the PCB group, there are 200 questions in total with equal distribution across Physics and Chemistry subjects.
- 1:52 AM IST• 24 Apr 2026
MHT CET 2026 April 24 Time Duration
The total duration of the exam is 180 minutes. It is divided into two sections of 90 minutes each, and candidates cannot switch between sections during the exam.
- 12:59 AM IST• 24 Apr 2026
MHT CET 2026 Exam LIVE
One of the biggest advantages of MHT CET is that there is no negative marking. Candidates can attempt all questions without penalty for wrong answers.
- 12:42 AM IST• 24 Apr 2026
MHT CET 2026 Mode of Exam
The exam is conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT). Candidates have to appear for the test online at the allotted exam centres.
- 12:18 AM IST• 24 Apr 2026
MHT CET 2026 April 24 Exam 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. Candidates must qualify this exam to get admission into various undergraduate courses in the state.
- 12:01 AM IST• 24 Apr 2026
MHT CET 2026 April 24 shift 1 exam
The MHT CET 2026 April 24 exam will be conducted in two shifts. The MHT CET shift 1 timings are 9 AM to 12 PM.
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.
130 is a good score in the MHT CET exam. To obtain 130 marks in MHT CET, students have to cover all the topics from the MHT CET syllabus and practice the MHT CET PYQs and sample papers.
Commonly asked questions
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.
There is no negative marking in MHT CET. In the Maharashtra CET exam, Physics and Chemistry question is of 1 marks. No marks are deducted for unattempted questions or incorrection answers.
The CET Cell will conclude the MHT CET 2026 second attempt registration on April 23.
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