Engineering Entrance

MHT-CET

Maharashtra Common Entrance Test

A state-level entrance examination used for admission to professional undergraduate programmes in Maharashtra.

Official Information Information reviewed for 2026

Conducting Body

Maharashtra State CET Cell

Level

State

Mode

Computer Based Test

Duration

As specified for the relevant PCM/PCB group and year

Overview

Understanding MHT-CET

Admission to participating professional undergraduate programmes in Maharashtra.

PhysicsChemistryMathematics / Biology

Who Can Apply

Eligibility

Eligibility depends on the qualifying examination, subjects, domicile/category conditions and the programme applied for.

Engineering candidates should check the current CET Cell brochure for the PCM group requirements.

Admission eligibility and examination eligibility are not always identical; verify both before applying.

What You Study

Subjects

Physics

Prepare the prescribed subject syllabus with concept clarity, application-based practice and examination-oriented questions.

Chemistry

Prepare the prescribed subject syllabus with concept clarity, application-based practice and examination-oriented questions.

Mathematics / Biology

Prepare the prescribed subject syllabus with concept clarity, application-based practice and examination-oriented questions.

Structure

Exam Pattern

Groups
PCM and PCBProgramme-dependent
Mode
Computer Based Test
Questions
Pattern varies by the current CET Cell information brochure
Medium
English, Marathi and Urdu may be available subject to the current notification

Scoring

Marking Scheme

Scheme

Follow the current CET Cell information brochure

Negative marking

Verify for the current session before preparation

What to Prepare

Important Topics

Physics

  • Mechanics
  • Electricity & Magnetism
  • Waves
  • Optics
  • Modern Physics

These are preparation categories, not a substitute for the latest official syllabus.

Chemistry

  • Physical Chemistry
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Inorganic Chemistry

These are preparation categories, not a substitute for the latest official syllabus.

Mathematics / Biology

  • Algebra
  • Calculus
  • Geometry / Biology topics as applicable

These are preparation categories, not a substitute for the latest official syllabus.

Student Guide

How to Prepare

01

Prioritise the prescribed syllabus

Map every chapter to the current CET Cell syllabus and avoid preparation based only on older patterns.

02

Practise timed MCQs

Build speed because the computer-based format requires efficient question selection.

03

Review Maharashtra-specific admission rules

Separate examination preparation from counselling and seat-eligibility requirements.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Who conducts MHT-CET?+

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell conducts MHT-CET.

Which subjects are tested for engineering?+

Engineering candidates prepare through the PCM group: Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.

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