MHT CET 2026 Exam Date : Result, Counselling Schedule

The State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Maharashtra, announced the Tentative MHT CET Exam Schedule for the April and May 2026 sessions.

MHT CET Exam 2026 has been concluded for both attempts in May 2026 and was conducted in two shifts. Morning (9:00 AM to 12:00 PM) and Afternoon (2:00 PM to 5:00 PM). The MHT CET 2026 Results have been declared too. As per the latest events, the MHT CET Final Merit list will be updated on the official website, and MHT CET counselling dates will be announced soon.

Check the important dates of the MHT CET Cell 2026.

MHT CET 2026: Eligibility Criteria

Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET) 2026 eligibility criteria are presented here: 

Nationality: Only Indian nationals can apply.

Age Limit: No upper or lower age limit.

Educational Qualification:

• Passed Class 12 from a recognised board.
• PCM group for Engineering; PCB group for Pharmacy.
• Minimum 45% marks (General) and 40% (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD).

Subject Marks:

• At least 45% in PCM/PCB (General); 40% for reserved categories.

Appearing Candidates: Students appearing for Class 12 in 2026 can also apply.

Domicile: No domicile requirement for the exam. State quota admissions require Maharashtra domicile.

Other than these, reserved-category applicants must corroborate their eligibility under these quotas by presenting a valid caste and non-creamy layer certificates.