MHT CET 2027
Maharashtra Health and Technical Common Entrance Test
MHT CET is Maharashtra's state-level CBT for engineering, pharmacy and planning admissions, run in two groups, PCM and PCB. Results are percentile based after normalisation across shifts, and seats are filled through the CAP rounds.
- Conducted by
- Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell (State CET Cell), Mumbai
- Mode
- Online, computer based test (CBT)
- Frequency
- Once a year, with two attempts in 2026
- Duration
- 180 minutes (90 minutes Physics and Chemistry, then 90 minutes Mathematics or Biology)
MHT CET 2027: Exam Date, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern
Updated on 18 October 2026 · Compiled from official Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell notices
MHT CET decides who gets which seat in Maharashtra's engineering and pharmacy colleges. It is a percentile exam, so your rank depends on how you did against others in your own shift.
About MHT CET
MHT CET is the Maharashtra Health and Technical Common Entrance Test, conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell in Mumbai. It is taken by candidates seeking B.E./B.Tech, B.Pharm, Pharm.D, B.Planning and integrated programmes in Maharashtra, with a PCM group for engineering and a PCB group for pharmacy and agriculture. The computer based test reports percentile scores after normalisation across shifts, and seats are filled through the Centralized Admission Process rounds. In 2026 candidates could attempt twice, with the best percentile counting. MHT CET 2027 has not been notified yet, and the last cycle was held in April and May 2026.
MHT CET 2027 at a glance
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam name | Maharashtra Health and Technical Common Entrance Test |
| Conducted by | Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell (State CET Cell), Mumbai |
| Frequency | Once a year, with two attempts in 2026 |
| Mode | Online, computer based test (CBT) |
| Duration | 180 minutes (90 minutes Physics and Chemistry, then 90 minutes Mathematics or Biology) |
| Language | English, Marathi and Urdu (as chosen at registration) |
| Courses | B.E./B.Tech, B.Pharm, Pharm.D, B.Planning and integrated M.E./M.Tech and M.Planning in Maharashtra, plus agriculture-stream courses via the agriculture brochure |
| Accepted by | Engineering and pharmacy colleges in Maharashtra admitted through the Centralized Admission Process (CAP), including government, aided, autonomous and private unaided institutes |
| Official website | cetcell.mahacet.org |
Key dates
MHT CET 2027 registration
Expected around January to February 2027
MHT CET 2027 exam (PCM and PCB)
Expected around April to May 2027
MHT CET 2027 result
Expected around June 2027
What MHT CET is
MHT CET is conducted by the State CET Cell under the Admissions Regulating Authority framework created by the Maharashtra Unaided Private Professional Educational Institutions (Regulation of Admissions and Fees) Act, 2015. The Commissioner of the State CET Cell is the Competent Authority for the exam and for the Centralized Admission Process (CAP).
The test has two groups. PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) is for B.E./B.Tech and related engineering courses. PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) is for B.Pharm, Pharm.D and agriculture-linked courses. A candidate can take either group or both. Marks do not carry from one group to the other.
Why it matters
- It is mandatory for candidates under Maharashtra State and Minority candidature seeking B.E./B.Tech or B.Pharm/Pharm.D.
- For All India candidature, JEE Main (for engineering) and NEET (for pharmacy) are preferred over MHT CET, as per the 2026 brochure.
- Seat type depends on Home University, Other than Home University and State Level categories, which affect which seats you compete for.
MHT CET snapshot (2026 cycle)
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Mode | Online CBT at centres in district headquarters across Maharashtra |
| PCM first attempt | 11 to 20 April 2026, 16 sessions |
| PCM registered / appeared (first attempt) | 4,79,332 / 4,54,069 |
| Duration | 180 minutes |
| Negative marking | None |
| Syllabus weight | About 20 percent Std XI, 80 percent Std XII |
| Result | Percentile up to 7 decimal places |
How admission works
After the result, candidates register for CAP on the admission portal, upload documents, and get verified. The Cell publishes provisional and final merit lists. Candidates then fill options and are allotted seats in CAP Rounds I to IV, followed by vacancy and institute-level rounds. Round-wise dates are given later in the counselling section.
Explore MHT CET 2027
- MHT CET DatesRegistration, exam and result timeline
- MHT CET Application FormSteps, fee, documents and photo rules
- MHT CET EligibilityWho can apply, attempts and age
- MHT CET Exam PatternSections, marks and marking scheme
- MHT CET SyllabusSubject-wise units and topics
- MHT CET Admit CardDownload steps and exam-day carry list
- MHT CET ResultScorecard, rank and what comes next
- MHT CET CutoffQualifying marks and admission cutoffs
- MHT CET CounsellingRounds, choice filling and documents
- MHT CET PreparationStudy plan, strategy and mistakes
- MHT CET All GuidesEvery guide, predictor and article
Frequently asked questions
Is MHT CET the same as MAH CET?
The State CET Cell conducts many CETs under the MAH brand, such as MBA/MMS and MCA. MHT CET refers to the PCM and PCB exam for engineering, pharmacy and agriculture streams.
Can I take both PCM and PCB?
Yes. The 2026 brochure lets a candidate choose one group or both, but the choice made at registration cannot be altered.
Does MHT CET have a rank or a percentile?
The CET Cell publishes percentile scores. Merit lists for CAP are then built from them.
What is MHT CET?
The Maharashtra common entrance test for engineering, pharmacy and planning, held in PCM and PCB groups by the State CET Cell.
When is MHT CET 2027?
Not announced as of October 2026. The 2026 PCM first attempt ran 11 to 20 April 2026.
How many questions are there in MHT CET PCM?
150 MCQs in 180 minutes: 50 each in Maths (2 marks), Physics (1 mark) and Chemistry (1 mark).
How many questions are there in PCB?
200 MCQs of 1 mark each: 50 Physics, 50 Chemistry and 100 Biology.
Is there negative marking?
No.
What is the MHT CET registration fee?
For 2026, ₹1,300 for general candidates and ₹1,000 for Maharashtra reserved candidates per group for one attempt. Both attempts cost double.
How is percentile calculated?
It is 100 times the number of candidates in your session who scored equal to or less than you, divided by candidates who appeared in that session.
Which attempt is counted if I take two?
The best Total percentile of the two attempts.
What is Home University vs Other than Home University?
HU is the university area where you passed your qualifying exam. HU and OHU seats are separate pools in CAP.
Is MHT CET needed if I have JEE Main?
Maharashtra State and Minority candidates must appear. For All India candidature, JEE Main scores are preferred for engineering.
Is there an age limit?
No age limit applies for appearing or admission.