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MHT-CET Exam Guide 2026

Complete guide to exam pattern, syllabus, preparation tips, and important dates

About MHT-CET

Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT-CET) is a state-level entrance exam conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra for admission to engineering, pharmacy, and agriculture courses in the state of Maharashtra.

The exam is conducted in online mode (Computer Based Test) and is held across various centers in Maharashtra.

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Quick Facts


Exam Name: MHT-CET 2026

Conducting Body: CET Cell Maharashtra

Exam Mode: Online (CBT)

Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes)

Total Questions: 150

Marking: +1 for correct, no negative

Exam Pattern 2026

Detailed structure of MHT-CET examination

Section Subjects No. of Questions Marks
Section 1 Mathematics 50 50
Section 2 Physics 50 50
Section 3 Chemistry 50 50
Total 150 150

Syllabus 2026

Topic-wise syllabus for MHT-CET examination

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Mathematics

  • Algebra
  • Trigonometry
  • Calculus
  • Coordinate Geometry
  • Vectors & 3D Geometry
  • Probability & Statistics
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Physics

  • Mechanics
  • Electrodynamics
  • Optics
  • Modern Physics
  • Thermodynamics
  • Waves & Oscillations
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Chemistry

  • Physical Chemistry
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Inorganic Chemistry
  • Polymers & Biomolecules
  • Environmental Chemistry

Important Dates 2026

Tentative schedule for MHT-CET 2026

Event Tentative Date
Application Form ReleaseJanuary 2026
Last Date to ApplyMarch 2026
Admit Card ReleaseApril 2026
Exam DateMay 2026
Result DeclarationJune 2026
Counselling StartsJuly 2026

Preparation Tips

Expert advice to crack MHT-CET 2026

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Understand Syllabus

Go through complete syllabus and focus on important topics

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Time Management

Create a study schedule and allocate time for each subject

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Practice Mock Tests

Take regular mock tests to improve speed and accuracy

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