The MHT CET 2026 registration window for candidates seeking admission through the common entrance test for PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) and PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) groups closes today, 20 February 2026. Applicants must complete the online form and confirmation steps at the official portal cetcell.mahacet.org before the deadline expires.
MHT CET 2026 Registration Last Date and Extension Details
The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell extended the registration deadline for the MHT CET 2026 application form to 20 February 2026 to accommodate more candidates who had not yet completed their submissions.
- Registration start date: 10 January 2026
- Original last date: 12 February 2026
- Extended deadline: 20 February 2026
- Official application portal: cetcell.mahacet.org
Candidates are reminded that failure to register by this date may result in the application not being accepted for the upcoming MHT CET 2026 exam.
Who Should Apply and How to Complete the Form?
The MHT CET is a state-level entrance exam used for admission to undergraduate engineering, pharmacy, and related programmes in Maharashtra. Applicants must ensure they have completed all required steps, including:
- Creating or logging in with a valid account
- Entering personal, academic, and contact details
- Uploading scanned documents as per specifications
- Paying the required application fee
- Confirming and submitting the application before the deadline
Students are advised to double-check all details before submission to avoid errors.
Upcoming MHT CET 2026 Exam Schedule
Once registration closes, candidates will begin preparation for the exam, scheduled in two phases:
- First attempt: 11 April to 26 April 2026
- Second attempt: 10 May to 17 May 2026
The test will be conducted in two shifts (morning and afternoon) across various centres in Maharashtra for PCM and PCB streams separately. Stay updated with official notices from the CET Cell and visit the cetcell.mahacet.org website regularly for updates on admit card issuance and subsequent exam stages.