Overview
Overview
MHT CET (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test) is the state-level entrance exam for admission to Engineering, Pharmacy, and Agriculture courses in Maharashtra.
Key Facts
- Conducted by State CET Cell, Maharashtra
- Computer-based online test
- For Maharashtra domicile students (outside candidates can also apply for some seats)
- ~7 lakh candidates register annually
- Syllabus based on Maharashtra State Board + CBSE overlap
- No negative marking
Exam Pattern
Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subjects | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCM Group | Physics + Chemistry + Mathematics | 50+50+50 | 100+100+100 | 3 hrs 10 min |
| PCB Group | Physics + Chemistry + Biology | 50+50+50 | 100+100+100 | 3 hrs 10 min |
Marking
- Physics & Chemistry: +1 per question
- Mathematics / Biology: +2 per question
- No negative marking
Official Links
Resources
- MHT CET Official Website — Registration, Admit Card, Results
- MHT CET Counselling Portal
MHT CET + JEE Main Dual Route and Counselling Context
General Info
- Many Maharashtra engineering admissions consider MHT CET and/or JEE Main in different quotas.
- No-negative-marking attempt behavior (where applicable) changes strategy.
- State candidature type (A-E) impacts seat access and reservation pathways.