MHT CET 2026 Registration Begins from 10 January 2026 as the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has opened the online application process for eligible candidates. The registration window will remain open until 12 February 2026, allowing applicants to apply for the PCM and PCB groups within the notified timeline. Candidates seeking admission to engineering, pharmacy, and allied undergraduate programmes through MHT CET 2026 are required to complete the registration process within the stipulated dates to be considered for the examination.
MHT CET 2026 Registration Dates and Examination Schedule
The CET Cell has officially announced the key dates related to MHT CET 2026 registration and examination. Applicants are advised to carefully note the deadlines to avoid last-minute issues during the application process. The table below provides a clear overview of the important dates associated with MHT CET 2026.
The examination will be conducted in two sessions this year, providing candidates with additional flexibility in scheduling.
MHT CET 2026 Application Process and Key Changes Introduced
The registration process for MHT CET 2026 is being conducted entirely online through the common CET portal. Candidates must first complete basic registration to generate login credentials before proceeding with the detailed application form. A significant change introduced this year is the mandatory requirement of both APAAR ID and Aadhaar Card for completing the application process. Applicants without these documents were advised to arrange them before initiating registration to avoid delays. During form filling, candidates are required to enter personal, academic, and contact details, select the subject group (PCM or PCB), upload scanned documents, and complete fee payment to successfully submit the form.
Documents Required for MHT CET 2026 Application Form
Before starting the application process, candidates were advised to keep the required documents ready to ensure smooth form submission. The essential documents include a valid Aadhaar card, APAAR ID, scanned photograph, and scanned signature in the prescribed format. Incomplete or incorrect document uploads may lead to rejection of the application at later stages.
MHT CET 2026 Application Fee Structure
The CET Cell has revised the application fee for MHT CET 2026 across all categories. Candidates must pay the applicable fee based on their category and selected subject group. The table below outlines the category-wise MHT CET 2026 application fee.
Fee payment is mandatory for successful submission of the application form.
What Happens After MHT CET 2026 Registration?
Candidates who complete the registration process before 12 February 2026 will be eligible to appear for the MHT CET 2026 examination. Following the exam, the CET Cell is expected to announce results and counselling schedules as per the admission timeline. Applicants are advised to regularly monitor official notifications related to admit cards, exam instructions, results, and counselling procedures
