MHT-CET 2026 — Free Mock Test, Exam Pattern, Syllabus & Preparation
MHT CET is the entrance exam conducted by Maharashtra for admission to engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, and health sciences undergraduate courses in sta…
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MHT CET (Maharashtra Health Sciences and Technical Common Entrance Test): MHT CET is the entrance exam conducted by Maharashtra for admission to engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, and health sciences undergraduate courses in state colleges and universities. It is one of the most competitive entrance exams in India with over 5 lakh applicants annually. Admission to prestigious institutions like COEP, MIT Pune, and various state engineering colleges is solely through MHT CET.
MHT CET Exam Pattern
| Total questions | 200 |
| Duration | 180 minutes |
| Marking scheme | +1 for correct, 0 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted (Physics & Chemistry); +1 for correct, −0.25 for incorrect (Mathematics) |
Sections
- Physics (50 questions)
- Chemistry (50 questions)
- Mathematics (100 questions)
- Or Biology (100 questions) for agriculture/pharmacy stream
Subjects Covered in MHT CET
Physics · Chemistry · Mathematics · Biology · Biotechnology · Pharmacology · Agricultural Science
How to Prepare for MHT CET
- Mathematics has 100 questions with a ¼ negative mark per wrong answer — be careful. Focus on accuracy in math more than speed.
- MHT CET syllabus includes both 11th and 12th standard content in equal proportion. Don't skip 11th standard topics.
- The exam is known for time crunch — 200 questions in 180 minutes is brutal. Practice solving questions in 50 seconds per question.
- Maharashtra Board textbooks (HSC) and NCERT both cover the syllabus. Use both as supplements to ensure complete coverage.
MHT CET Result, Cutoff & Counselling
How to check the result: Once the MHT CET result is declared, log in to the official conducting body's website with your application number and password / date of birth, then download your scorecard or rank card.
Understanding the cutoff: The MHT CET cutoff is the minimum rank or score needed to get a seat. It changes every year with the number of candidates, the paper's difficulty and the seats available, and it differs by category (General / OBC / SC / ST / EWS) and quota — so always check the latest official cutoff.
Counselling & admission: Admission is through the Maharashtra CET Cell (CAP rounds). You register, fill your college and branch choices by rank, and report for document verification and seat confirmation.
MHT CET — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the required score for COEP or MIT Pune?
Top engineering colleges in Maharashtra like COEP and MIT typically have cut-offs of 600+ for General category. Aiming for 700+ gives a safe margin.
Is MHT CET valid outside Maharashtra?
MHT CET is recognized only by Maharashtra colleges. However, if you've appeared in JEE Main, you are eligible for NIT admissions as an alternative.
How many attempts are allowed for MHT CET?
You can appear for MHT CET multiple times. However, only the latest score is considered for admission.
What is the difference between Physics+Chemistry+Mathematics and Physics+Chemistry+Biology?
The Mathematics stream (PCM) is for engineering colleges. The Biology stream (PCB) is for agriculture, pharmacy, and health sciences colleges.
📌 Exam patterns, dates, cutoffs and counselling are announced officially each year — always verify the latest details on the official website before applying.
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