MHT CET Registration 2026 Last Date (Feb 12): Know Eligibility, Fee & Register Before Deadline

MHT CET is one of the major entrance exams for students applying for engineering and other professional programs in Maharashtra. The MHT CET Cell administers the online registration process through the official MHT CET website, and candidates are required to register online before the deadline. Students must note that the authorities will conduct MHT CET twice annually starting from this year. 

The MHT CET registration dates and timeline are out, and as per the same, MHT CET for PCM will be conducted from April 11 to 19, 2026, whereas the second session of PCM will be held from May 14 to 17, 2026. These MHT CET dates & schedule assist students in understanding when to apply, how to log in, and how to fill out the application form. While registering for MHT CET, candidates must first check their eligibility criteria, such as the MHT CET engineering eligibility criteria. 

Students must note that more than 2.38 Lakh applicants have applied for MHT CET 2026 for PCM, and it is the highest count to date for this examination. Based on the number & records, students must enhance their preparation strategy to ace the exam. Students are advised to speed up their MHT CET preparation 2026 to match the competition level and obtain good marks. 

What Is MHT CET 2026?

MHT CET is a state-level entrance examination conducted by the Maharashtra CET cell to help universities and colleges select eligible candidates for offering multiple programs in Engineering and other fields. The MHT CET is applicable for class 12 students, and the exam pattern is based on a few major subjects including Math, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. 

Aspirants who participate in MHT CET and obtain a valid rank are offered admission by top Engineering, Pharmacy and Agricultural Institutes in Maharashtra. MHT CET 2026 is an important gateway for students wanting to pursue their desired program in top universities in Maharashtra, India. Interested applicants can find the MHT CET registration link below:

Direct Link To MHT CET Registration 2026

MHT CET 2026 Highlights

The following table contains all the crucial highlights regarding the MHT CET 2026 exam. 

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET)
Conducting Authority	MHT CET Cell, Maharashtra
Mode of Exam	Computer-Based Test (Online)
Courses Offered	Engineering (PCM) & Pharmacy (PCB)
MHT CET 2026 Registration Mode	Online
MHT CET 2026 Registration Start Date	January 2026
MHT CET 2026 Registration Last Date	12 February 2026
MHT CET 2026 Exam Date – Session 1 (PCM)	April 11 to 19, 2026
MHT CET 2026 Exam Date – Session 1 (PCB)	April 21 to 26, 2026
MHT CET 2026 Exam Date – Session 2 (PCB)	May 10 to 11, 2026
MHT CET 2026 Exam Date – Session 2 (PCM)	May 14 to 17, 2026
Official Website	cetcell.mahacet.org
Admit Card Release	Before the exam date
Result Declaration	Expected in June 2026

Eligibility criteria for MHT CET Registration 2026

Students can check out the MHT CET eligibility criteria 2026. Students must meet the eligibility criteria for MHT CET. Any applicant who fails to satisfy the MHT CET eligibility criteria for Engineering will not be considered an eligible candidate. 

Particulars	Eligibility Criteria for MHT CET
Nationality	Candidate must be an Indian citizen
Qualifying Exam	Must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 (HSC) or equivalent
Mandatory Subjects (Engineering)	Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology / Technical / Vocational subjects
Minimum Marks (General Category)	At least 45% aggregate marks in PCM subjects
Minimum Marks (Reserved Category)	At least 40% aggregate marks in PCM subjects
Diploma Holders	Diploma holders are eligible for direct second-year engineering admissions through lateral entry
Maharashtra State Candidature	Candidates must meet domicile or state eligibility rules as defined by the MHT CET Cell
JEE Main Candidates	Candidates with valid JEE Main scores may also be eligible for admission through counselling
Age Limit	No upper age limit specified
Eligibility Authority	Eligibility criteria are set and verified by the MHT CET Cell

How to Fill Out the MHT CET 2026 Registration Form?

Refer to the following to check out how to register for the MHT CET 2026. 

Step 1: Eligibility Check.

Candidates must check the MHT CET eligibility criteria before proceeding with the 2026 registration process. Applicants must satisfy these criteria as specified by the MHT CET Cell. 

For engineering courses, the engineering eligibility criteria include Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in Class 12. Candidates who do not satisfy the eligibility criteria may not be permitted to register.

Step 2: Visit the Official Portal.

To start the online registration process, visit the official MHT CET website and access the MHT CET login page. New registrants need to provide basic personal information first. 

After completing the registration process, a MHT CET registration number is generated, which will be used for all subsequent logins and MHT CET processes.

Step 3: Fill the Registration Form.

After successfully logging in with the new MHT CET login details, fill out the registration form with the correct personal, academic, and contact information. 

Candidates also need to upload scanned copies of documents as per the instructions during the 2026 registration process. Verify all the details before proceeding to the next step.

Step 4: Upload Documents and Pay Fees.

After entering all the details, upload all the necessary documents in the prescribed format. Pay the MHT CET 2026 registration fees after successfully uploading the documents. 

The registration fee differs according to the category of the candidate. The registration is completed after the successful payment of the fees.

Step 5: Review and Submit

Candidates must read carefully all the details logged in before submitting the final application. The registered MHT CET registration form has to be submitted by the MHT CET registration last date. 

The latest MHT CET 2026 is of great significance because the applications received after the latest date might not be accepted. Once this is done, save and/or print the confirmation page and retain their MHT CET registration number somewhere safe to use in the future.

Documents Required for MHT CET Registration

Refer to the following to learn about all the documents required for MHT CET registration. 

• Class 10 mark sheet
• Class 12 mark sheet
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Scanned signature
• Valid photo ID proof
• Category certificate
• Caste validity certificate
• Maharashtra domicile certificate
• Income certificate
• Disability certificate (if applicable)

MHT CET Online Registration Fees 2026

Aspirants may check out the following table to learn about the MHT CET registration 2026 fees for all the categories of students.

MHT CET Group	Attempt Type	General Category (INR)	Reserved Category – Maharashtra Candidates (INR)
PCM	First Attempt	1300	1000
PCM	Both Attempts	2600	2000
PCB	First Attempt	1300	1000
PCB	Both Attempts	2600	2000
PCM + PCB	Single Application	2600	2000

Mistakes to Avoid During MHT CET Registration

Refer to the following table to know what are some of the common mistakes students make to while registering for the MHT CET and avoid the same. 

Common Mistake	Why to Avoid It
Not checking eligibility criteria	Ineligible candidates may face rejection during admission
Waiting till the last date of registration	Server issues can lead to incomplete submission
Entering incorrect personal details	Some details cannot be edited later
Uploading unclear or wrong documents	The application may be rejected during verification
Forgetting to save the registration number	Required for login, admit card, and counselling
Skipping fee payment confirmation	Registration remains incomplete without payment

MHT CET Exam Pattern 2026

Students must form their preparation strategy based on the latest MHT CET exam pattern. The following table contains the complete exam pattern for MHT CET 2026. 

Particulars	Details
Mode of Examination	Online, Computer-Based Test
Number of Sections	For PCM GroupSection 1- Physics and ChemistrySection 2- MathematicsFor PCB GroupSection 1- Physics and ChemistrySection 2- Biology
Duration of Exam	180 minutes (90 minutes for each section)
Type of Questions	Multiple Choice Questions
Total number of Questions	PCM Group – 150 Questions (50 from each subject)PCB Group – 200 Questions (100 from Biology and 50 each from Physics & Chemistry)
Total Marks	200 marks (100 marks for each section)
Language of Examination	Mathematics will be in the English language Physics and Chemistry will be in English/Urdu/Marathi Biology will be in English/Urdu/Marathi

MHT CET Marking Scheme and Number of Questions

• Physics & Chemistry: 1 mark is awarded for every correct answer
• Mathematics: 2 marks are awarded for every correct answer
• Biology: 1 mark is awarded for every correct answer
• There is no negative marking for wrong answers

Number of Questions in MHT CET

• Physics: 50 questions
• Chemistry: 50 questions
• Mathematics: 50 questions
• Biology: 100 questions

MHT CET Application Form Correction Facility 2026

The Maharashtra CET Cell provides the candidates with an opportunity to correct some information in the MHT CET application form upon completion of MHT CET online registration. In case you have completed MHT CET 2025 registration, then you can update your information by logging in via the MHT CET login portal on the MHT CET official website.

To access the correction window, you need to visit the MHT CET official website and log in with your email address and password used during MHT CET registration 2025. You are free to modify academic and exam information during the correction period, such as the subject group that you selected during MHT CET 2025 registration. A new group of subjects may also be added after completing the MHT CET registration details.

It should be noted, however, that it is not possible to update some personal details that were filled in during the MHT CET 2025 registration process once the form has been turned in.

The details that cannot be edited using the correction facility are:

• Candidate’s Name
• Date of Birth
• Email ID
• Mobile Number

In case you go wrong in any of these areas, you will be required to submit a request under the helpdesk department on the MHT CET official website. These requests will be analysed independently by the authorities after the MHT CET registration last date.

How to Edit the MHT CET Application Form of 2026

In case you have completed MHT CET registration and received your MHT CET registration number, then make corrections by following the steps given below:

• Go to the MHT CET official website.
• Click the link for already registered candidates under the MHT CET login.
• Enter the registered email ID and password used during MHT CET 2025 registration.
• The MHT CET application form will be displayed on the screen.
• Modify and re-enter the required amendments on the form and submit it again.

Once the form has been updated, download and save a printout of the form and store it somewhere secure to be used on future occasions, particularly during counselling and admission after the MHT CET 2025 exam date.

MHT CET Exam Centres 2026

The MHT CET cell has published the exam centre list on its official website. Applicants can be allotted their exam centre in Maharashtra or outside of Maharashtra as well. To reach the exam venue on time, aspirants are advised to plan their commute 2-3 days before the examination date.

To check the complete list of MHT CET exam centres 2026, refer to the following.

Location Type	District / State	District Code
Within Maharashtra	Palghar	991
Within Maharashtra	Gadchiroli	508
Within Maharashtra	Raigadh	520
Within Maharashtra	Solapur	526
Within Maharashtra	Dhule	498
Within Maharashtra	Amravati	503
Within Maharashtra	Akola	501
Within Maharashtra	Aurangabad	505
Within Maharashtra	Beed	523
Within Maharashtra	Ratnagiri	528
Within Maharashtra	Nanded	511
Within Maharashtra	Ahmednagar	522
Within Maharashtra	Nandurbar	497
Within Maharashtra	Thane	517
Within Maharashtra	Wardha	504
Within Maharashtra	Washim	502
Within Maharashtra	Gondia	507
Within Maharashtra	Osmanabad	525
Within Maharashtra	Bhandara	506
Within Maharashtra	Kolhapur	530
Within Maharashtra	Yavatmal	510
Within Maharashtra	Hingoli	512
Within Maharashtra	Sindhudurg	529
Within Maharashtra	Pune	521
Within Maharashtra	Mumbai City	519
Within Maharashtra	Satara	527
Within Maharashtra	Mumbai Suburban	518
Within Maharashtra	Jalna	514
Within Maharashtra	Nashik	516
Within Maharashtra	Jalgaon	499
Within Maharashtra	Sangli	531
Within Maharashtra	Latur	524
Within Maharashtra	Buldhana	500
Within Maharashtra	Chandrapur	509
Within Maharashtra	Nagpur	505
Within Maharashtra	Parbhani	513
Outside Maharashtra	Bihar	–
Outside Maharashtra	Chhattisgarh	–
Outside Maharashtra	Delhi-NCR	–
Outside Maharashtra	Gujarat	–
Outside Maharashtra	Uttar Pradesh	–
Outside Maharashtra	Rajasthan	–
Outside Maharashtra	Jharkhand	–
Outside Maharashtra	Madhya Pradesh	–
Outside Maharashtra	Telangana	–
Outside Maharashtra	Karnataka	–

MHT CET Admit Card 2026

The MHT CET admit card 2026 will be released online after the completion of MHT CET 2025 registration and before the MHT CET 2025 exam date. The admit card can be downloaded only by candidates who have completed MHT CET online registration, paid the MHT CET 2025 registration fees, and submitted the application before the MHT CET last date of registration.

The admit card contains crucial information such as the candidate’s name, roll number, exam date, exam time, and exam centre. Candidates must carry the admit card to the examination centre without fail.

Process to Download the MHT CET Admit Card 2026

• To download the admit card, candidates need to perform the following steps:
• Visit the MHT CET official website.
• Click on the MHT CET Admit Card link available after the MHT CET registration date 2025 window closes.
• Log in using your application number and password generated during MHT CET registration 2026.
• The admit card will be displayed on the screen.
• Download and print more than one copy of the admit card for future use.
• Candidates are also required to carry a valid photo ID along with the admit card on the day of the MHT CET 2025 exam.

Events After MHT CET Registration & Exam

Once the students have registered and appeared for the MHT CET exam, they must keep a close track of all the upcoming events. Such events are listed below: 

• Release of the MHT CET answer key and objection window
• Declaration of MHT CET result and percentile scorecard
• Start of the centralised admission process (CAP) registration
• Choice filling and college preference submission
• Announcement of CAP seat allotment rounds
• Reporting to the allotted institute for document verification
• Payment of admission fees and confirmation of the seat
• Further rounds of counselling for vacant seats, if applicable

MHT CET Registration Guidelines 2026

Students may read some of the most crucial guidelines for MHT CET below: 

• Aspiring candidates are advised to read through the eligibility criteria before starting the process.
• The registration process is possible only through the official website of MHT CET, as stated by the MHT CET Cell.
• It is advisable to finish the reservation process before the deadline to avoid any possible technical issues.
• The applicant’s account needs to be linked to a valid and functional email address and phone number, as they are required for the new registration process and subsequent notifications.
• After a successful registration process, candidates are advised to safely note down and retain their MHT CET registration number.
• All the necessary documents need to be submitted in the exact format and size as required by the website.
• The registration fee needs to be paid online, and candidates are advised to retain the confirmation page or receipt for the payment process.
• The official website needs to be accessed on a regular basis for any updates regarding the registration process, correction window, admit card, and examination details.

How to Prepare for MHT CET 2026?

Aspirants may check out the subject-wise MHT CET preparation tips given below:
Physics

• Pay less attention to heavy theory and more to formulas and simple concepts.
• Solve numerical problems on a daily basis, particularly in Class 12 subjects.
• Figure out significant formulas, update them on a regular basis and create a brief formula journal.
• Practice solving MHT CET previous year question papers to know the pattern.

Chemistry

• Preparation will be divided into Physical, Organic and Inorganic Chemistry.
• In the case of Physical Chemistry, have practice numbers and equations.
• Clarity in reactions and mechanisms in Organic Chemistry.
• In the case of Inorganic Chemistry, either revise the NCERT facts and tables several times over.

Mathematics

• The most important thing is to practice solving problems.
• Speed and accuracy: Maths scores more points per question.
• Correct formulas often and enlist shortcuts.
• Take mock tests and practice tests frequently.

Biology (for PCB students)

• Read NCERT step by step, particularly diagrams and definitions.
• Pay attention to significant words, procedures, and illustrations.
• Study MCQs every day to enhance memory.
• Enhance every now and then, since Biology is theory-prolific.

Previous Year MHT CET Question Papers

Students are advised to include the MHT CET previous year question papers in their routine. Practising previous year question papers will enhance one’s familiarity with the exam pattern, difficulty level, time management, most repeated concepts, highest-weightage chapters and many more. There are numerous benefits students get from preparing with the MHT CET papers of the previous year. Refer to the following to check out the same.

• Prepares you to know the real pattern and type of question in the exam.
• Indicates the subjects that are regularly inquired about in the test.
• Enhances the time and speed of the real test.
• Instills confidence through a minimisation of exam fear and surprises.
• Assists you in spotting the weak areas that require greater practice.
• Ensures accuracy by doing real test-level questions.
• Assistance in the improvement of revision before the exam.
• Provides a clear picture of the difficulty of MHT CET.

Click Here to Get MHT CET Question Paper PDFs

Engineering Colleges Accepting MHT CET for B.Tech in Maharashtra

There are various reputed Institutes accepting the MHT CET score in Maharashtra. To know about all the top Engineering colleges accepting MHT CET scores, refer to the following table.

Rank/College Name	City	Approx. Total Fee (₹)
Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT)	Mumbai	Rs. 3.41 Lakh
COEP Technological University	Pune	Rs. 3.46 to 5.09 Lakh
Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (VJTI)	Mumbai	Rs. 3.30 Lakh
Dr. Vishwanath Karad MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU)	Pune	Rs. 3.15 to 14.20 Lakh
Ramrao Adik Institute of Technology (RAIT)	Navi Mumbai	Rs. 4.85 to 18 Lakh
Vishwakarma Institute of Technology (VIT)	Pune	Rs. 7.37 to 7.68 Lakh
Shri Ramdeobaba College of Engineering & Management	Nagpur	Rs. 6 to 6.42 Lakh
GH Raisoni College of Engineering (GHRCE)	Nagpur	Rs. 4.58 to 6.43 Lakh
Atharva College of Engineering	Mumbai (Malad)	Rs. 3.56 to 5.35 Lakh
Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Engineering	Navi Mumbai	Rs. 4.47 Lakh

Conclusion

The registration of MHT CET 2026 is a very important one to students who wish to pursue engineering and other professional courses in Maharashtra. As mentioned in the MHT CET registration details, one has to ensure that the MHT CET eligibility requirements are met, the MHT CET online registration is successfully filed until the MHT CET registration last date (February 12), and the MHT CET registration fees are paid as required before the MHT CET registration last date. 

Through the MHT CET official site, the cell of MHT CET undertakes the whole process, starting with registration and correction of the candidates up to the release of the admit card and counselling. It is recommended that students retain their MHT CET registration number securely, use the MHT CET login portal on a regular basis, and ensure they are well-informed of the MHT CET 2026 exam date and other admission events. Doing all the steps properly and on schedule will make sure the last-minute problems do not arise, and the process of admission will be problem-free.
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