MHT CET 2026 Registrations Cross 18 Lakh, Up 28% YoY Growth
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• Updated on 30 Apr, 2026, 12:29 PM, by Ishita Tanwar
MHT CET 2026 registrations have crossed 18.12 lakh, marking a 28% increase from last year.
The MHT CET 2026 registration data shows a significant surge, with around 18.12 lakh students participating this year. This marks a 28% increase compared to last year, according to official CET Cell data. The sharp rise highlights growing interest in professional courses such as engineering, pharmacy, and agriculture across Maharashtra.
MHT CET 2026 Total Registrations, MHT CET 2026 Growth Trend
Here is a clear snapshot of the latest data:
The steady increase reflects a strong upward trend in student participation.
MHT CET 2026 Participation Trends, MHT CET 2026 Rural and Digital Access
The CET Cell has linked this growth to better accessibility and digital initiatives:
- Increased participation from rural and semi-urban areas
- Expansion of computer-based testing (CBT)
- Introduction of student-friendly digital systems
- Focus on reducing the rural–urban education gap
Rural population accounts for nearly 54.8%, making accessibility improvements a key factor.
MHT CET 2026 Exam System Changes, MHT CET 2026 Two Attempt Model
One major change contributing to higher registrations is the introduction of a two-attempt system:
- Students can appear once or twice
- Higher score will be considered for admission
- Similar pattern to national exams like JEE Main
This has encouraged more students to register and attempt improvement.
MHT CET 2026 Impact, MHT CET 2026 Higher Education Trends
The increase in registrations reflects broader trends in education:
- Rising demand for professional courses
- Growth in Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) (around 27.1%)
- Increased participation from SC/ST categories
- Expansion of access through digital infrastructure
The CET Cell is targeting 18 lakh+ participation annually by 2029–30.
MHT CET 2026 Key Highlights, MHT CET 2026 Important Points
- Total participation: 18.12 lakh students
- Growth: 28% increase from last year
- Focus on digital and rural access
- Two-attempt system introduced
Covers 17+ professional courses
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