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MHT CET 2027

State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra

MHT CET is the Maharashtra state entrance test for B.E./B.Tech, B.Pharm, Pharm.D and B.Planning admissions through CAP. Check 2027 status, eligibility, PCM/PCB pattern, syllabus, fees, percentile normalisation, cutoffs and counselling.

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Last updated: 16 Oct 2026

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Application Process and Fees

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How to Apply for MHT CET

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Status (as of 16 October 2026): The MHT CET 2027 application form has not opened yet. The steps below follow the official MHT CET 2026 process and will be updated when the 2027 brochure is released.

The MHT CET application is fully online on the State CET Cell’s candidate portal. There is no offline form. The process takes about 30–45 minutes if you have your documents ready.

Six steps to apply for MHT CET online

Step-by-Step: How to Fill the MHT CET Application Form

  1. Go to the official portal. Open cetcell.mahacet.org and click the MHT CET registration link for the current year.

  2. New registration. Enter your name (exactly as on your Class 10 certificate), date of birth, mobile number and email ID. Create a password and note your login credentials.

  3. Identity verification. In 2026, Aadhaar and APAAR ID verification was done through DigiLocker. Keep the mobile number linked to your Aadhaar handy for the OTP.

  4. Fill personal and academic details. Enter category, candidature details, Class 10 and Class 12 details, and choose your group: PCM, PCB or both.

  5. Choose attempts and exam preferences. In 2026, candidates could register for the first attempt, the second attempt or both. Select your preferred medium (English, Marathi or Urdu) and the exam centre preferences asked in the form.

  6. Upload photo and signature. In 2026 the photograph had to be 2 × 2 inches and between 100 KB and 5 MB. Follow the exact specifications given in the brochure for your year.

  7. Pay the fee online. Pay through debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI as available on the portal.

  8. Print the confirmation. Download and keep the submitted application and payment receipt safe.

Edit and Correction Window

In 2026, the CET Cell issued an edit facility notice on 4 March 2026, allowing registered candidates to correct certain details. Not every field may be editable, so double-check name, date of birth, category and group before final submission.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Name spelling different from your Class 10 / Aadhaar records.

  • Selecting only PCM and later wanting a pharmacy seat with a PCB score (or vice versa).

  • Uploading a blurry or old photograph — the same photo is used on your admit card.

  • Waiting for the last day — portals slow down and late registration can cost an extra fee.

Key Takeaways

  • The MHT CET form is filled online only on the CET Cell portal.

  • In 2026, identity was verified through DigiLocker (Aadhaar and APAAR).

  • You can choose PCM, PCB or both, and one or both attempts.

  • An edit window was given in 2026, but check details carefully before submitting.

Pro Tip: Use a personal mobile number and email that you will keep active till CAP ends in September — all CET and CAP alerts go to these.

Source: MHT CET 2026 Information Brochure and notices, State CET Cell, Maharashtra

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I apply for MHT CET?

Online only, through the State CET Cell portal linked from cetcell.mahacet.org.

Can I apply for both PCM and PCB?

Yes. You can register for one or both groups.

Can I edit the MHT CET form after submission?

In 2026, an edit facility was given (notice dated 4 March 2026), but not every field may be editable.

MHT CET Application Fee

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Status (as of 16 October 2026): The MHT CET 2027 fee has not been announced. The table shows the official MHT CET 2026 fee.

The MHT CET application fee is charged per attempt. In 2026, candidates could appear in one or both attempts, and the fee depended on their category.

MHT CET 2026 application fee per attempt by category

MHT CET 2026 Application Fee

Category

Fee per attempt

Fee for both attempts

Open category (Maharashtra), Outside Maharashtra (OMS), J&K migrant candidates

₹1,300

₹2,600

Maharashtra reserved categories, EWS, PwD, orphan and transgender candidates

₹1,000

₹2,000

Other Fees You May Pay During the MHT CET Cycle

Item

2026 amount

Status

Late fee during the registration extension

As notified in the extension notice (17 March 2026)

Official notice

Answer key objection

₹1,000 per objection

As reported for 2026 (verify in official notice)

CAP registration fee (B.E./B.Tech)

₹1,300 (General / outside Maharashtra) · ₹1,000 (MH reserved / PwD)

As reported for 2026 (secondary)

Seat acceptance fee in CAP

Set by the Competent Authority (₹1,000 reported for 2026)

Brochure says amount is notified separately

Payment Tips

  • Pay only through the official candidate login. The CET Cell does not collect fees by phone, email or through agents.

  • If money is debited but the status shows “unpaid”, wait for the bank to update before paying again, and contact the official helpline.

  • The fee is generally non-refundable, so confirm your group and attempt choices before paying.

Key Takeaways

  • MHT CET 2026 fee: ₹1,300 per attempt for Open/OMS and ₹1,000 for Maharashtra reserved, EWS, PwD and others.

  • Both attempts cost ₹2,600 or ₹2,000.

  • Answer key objections and CAP registration have separate fees.

Pro Tip: If you belong to a Maharashtra reserved category, keep your caste certificate ready at the time of registration to claim the lower fee — and to avoid problems later in CAP.

Source: MHT CET 2026 Information Brochure, State CET Cell, Maharashtra; CAP 2026-27 Information Brochure; 2026 news reports for objection and CAP fees (secondary)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MHT CET application fee?

For 2026, ₹1,300 per attempt for Open, OMS and J&K migrant candidates, and ₹1,000 per attempt for Maharashtra reserved, EWS, PwD, orphan and transgender candidates.

How much is the fee for both attempts?

₹2,600 for Open/OMS candidates and ₹2,000 for Maharashtra reserved and other eligible categories (2026).

Is the MHT CET fee refundable?

The fee is generally non-refundable, so confirm your group and attempts before paying.

Documents Required for MHT CET Registration

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Keeping documents ready before you start saves time and prevents errors. Below is a practical checklist for the MHT CET registration stage, followed by the documents you should start arranging now for CAP admission later in the year.

Checklist for MHT CET Registration

Document / detail

Why it is needed

Aadhaar number and Aadhaar-linked mobile

Identity verification through DigiLocker (2026 process)

APAAR ID

Verified through DigiLocker in 2026

Recent passport-size colour photograph

Printed on your admit card; 2026 spec: 2 × 2 inches, 100 KB – 5 MB

Signature

Uploaded as per the format given in the brochure

Class 10 (SSC) details

Name, date of birth and board details

Class 12 (HSC) details

Board, seat number / appearing status and subjects

Category / caste certificate (if claiming)

To claim the reserved-category fee and reservation

PwD certificate (if applicable)

For scribe or compensatory time and PwD benefits

Valid email ID and mobile number

For login, OTPs and official communication

Online payment method

To pay the application fee

Photo ID for the Exam Day

The 2026 brochure accepts the following original photo IDs at the exam centre: PAN card, passport, driving licence, voter ID, bank passbook with photograph, Aadhaar / e-Aadhaar, school or college ID card, or a letter from a Gazetted officer on letterhead with photograph. A ration card is not accepted.

Start Arranging These for CAP Now

These are not needed to fill the MHT CET form, but they are required during CAP document verification. Certificates such as caste validity can take weeks to obtain.

  • Domicile certificate (or birth certificate / school leaving certificate showing birth in Maharashtra) — for Type A / Type B claims

  • Caste certificate and caste validity certificate (SC, ST, VJ/DT, NT, OBC, SBC, SEBC)

  • Non-creamy layer certificate valid up to 31 March of the admission year (VJ/DT, NT, OBC, SBC, SEBC)

  • EWS certificate in the prescribed format (Proforma V in 2026-27)

  • Income certificate below ₹8 lakh for TFWS (Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme) seats

  • Indian nationality certificate (or passport / school leaving certificate showing nationality as Indian)

Key Takeaways

  • Keep Aadhaar, APAAR ID, photo, signature and SSC/HSC details ready before registering.

  • A ration card is not accepted as photo ID on exam day.

  • Caste validity, NCL and domicile certificates take time — apply early for CAP.

Pro Tip: Scan all certificates once and keep a folder of clear PDF/JPG copies. You will need the same files for CET registration, CAP registration and college admission.

Source: MHT CET 2026 Information Brochure; CAP 2026-27 Information Brochure (Section 17), State CET Cell, Maharashtra

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ID proofs are accepted at the MHT CET exam?

PAN, passport, driving licence, voter ID, bank passbook with photo, Aadhaar/e-Aadhaar, school or college ID, or a Gazetted officer’s letter. Ration card is not accepted.

Is Aadhaar needed for MHT CET registration?

In 2026, Aadhaar and APAAR ID verification was done through DigiLocker.

Which certificates should I prepare early for CAP?

Domicile, caste and caste validity, non-creamy layer, EWS and TFWS income certificates, as applicable.