MHT CET

The duration of the MHT CET 2026 exam is 180 minutes for both the PCM and PCB groups. The papers 1 and 3, Maths & Biology, are for 90 minutes each, while paper 2, for Physics and Chemistry, is 90 minutes taken together.

As per the information brochure, the MHT CET exam will be similar to the JEE Main exam in terms of difficulty level. However, those who appear for both tests often report that MHT CET is easier as compared to JEE Mains.

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.

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. 

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.

Candidates who miss the deadline for MHT CET can apply during the extended registration period or apply with a late fee. The schedule for MHT CET 2027 registration is yet to be released.

Yes. A candidate who is not from Maharashtra can apply for MHT CET. They can also apply for admission via JEE Main scores.

The minimum marks required to apply for MHT CET 2026 is 45% for general categories and 40% for reserved categories. Candidates who obtain these scores in class 12th or equivalent exams are eligible to apply for MHT CET 2026.

It is mandatory to appear for MHT CET 2026 for candidates belonging to Maharashtra State Candidature, Minority Candidature, seeking admission to B.E./B.Tech. However, All India Candidature candidates may or may not appear for MHT CET 2026 as the score of JEE Main 2026 shall be preferred over MHT CET 2026 for admission to B.E./B.Tech

The MHT CET 2026 application form is available only in online mode. Candidates have to register on the website, cetcell.mahacet.org to fill the complete form. The authorities will not entertain any requests in offline mode.