MHT CET 2026 Registration Live: Date, Application Link & How to Apply

The State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Maharashtra, is gearing up to start MHT CET 2026 registration for engineering and pharmacy aspirants seeking admission to undergraduate courses in the state. Registrations will be open online at cetcell.mahacet.org, with the official application link to be activated soon. The registration window for MHT CET 2026 was expected from January 1, 2026, but has been delayed due to website testing and technical checks. The process is now likely to commence in the first week of January 2026, and candidates should follow live updates to avoid missing important deadlines.

MHT CET 2026 Registration Dates and Exam Schedule

MHT CET 2026 will be conducted in two sessions for PCM (Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics) and PCB (Physics, Chemistry & Biology) groups, providing flexibility for candidates to choose preferred dates. Tentative registration and exam timelines are as follows:

Candidates planning to apply should keep their documents ready once the registration portal goes live.

Who Is Eligible to Register for MHT CET 2026?

Students who are appearing for or have passed the Class 12 (or equivalent) examination in 2026 with the prescribed subject combinations are eligible to register for MHT CET 2026. There is no upper age limit for applying. Candidates must also meet the minimum qualifying marks requirement, typically 45% in Class 12 for general category students and 40% for reserved category candidates, as per eligibility norms. The introduction of the mandatory Aadhaar card and APAAR ID for registration this year emphasises the need for candidates to complete these prerequisites in advance to avoid delays in the form‑filling process.

How to Fill the MHT CET 2026 Application Form?

Once the official registration link is activated on the cetcell.mahacet.org portal, candidates should follow these steps to apply online:

1. Visit the official website and click on the MHT CET 2026 Registration / Apply Online link.
2. Register as a new user by entering a valid email ID, mobile number, and other basic details.
3. Log in using credentials and complete the application form by filling in personal and academic information.
4. Select the subject group (PCM or PCB) as applicable.
5. Upload scanned documents such as a photograph, signature, and ID proof as per specifications.
6. Pay the application fee online through debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI and submit the form.
7. Save and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Candidates are advised to check all entered details carefully before submission and keep a copy of the filled application for use during the counselling and admission stages.

Important Points for MHT CET 2026 Aspirants

• The MHT CET 2026 registration link will be activated only online, and no offline applications will be accepted.
• The portal is expected to remain open until mid‑February 2026 (tentative), allowing ample time for candidates to register.
• Aspirants should ensure that they have all mandatory documents and IDs ready, including Aadhaar and APAAR ID, ahead of form submission.
• The exam dates are spread across April and May 2026, and refer to subject group schedules while planning preparation.