The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has announced the tentative schedule for the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET) 2027. For the upcoming academic session, the Cell plans to conduct the Session 1 examination between December 15, 2026, and January 15, 2027. The MHT CET is a crucial gateway for candidates seeking admission into undergraduate Engineering, Technology, Pharmacy, and Agriculture programs across the state. With the exam dates shifted earlier than the traditional April window, aspirants must accelerate their preparation and track the upcoming admit card releases closely.
MHT CET 2027 Overview
| Exam Conducting Body | State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra |
| Examination Name | Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET 2027) |
| Courses Offered | Engineering, Technology, Pharmacy, and Agriculture |
| Session 1 Exam Window | December 15, 2026, to January 15, 2027 (Expected) |
| Mode of Examination | Online Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Selection Process | CBT followed by Centralised Admission Process (CAP) |
| Official Website | cetcell.mahacet.org |
MHT CET 2027 Exam Details
The MHT CET 2027 will be administered as a 200-mark online Computer-Based Test (CBT). Candidates will be divided into two primary groups based on their subject choices: PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) for engineering aspirants and PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) for pharmacy and agriculture candidates.
To accommodate the large volume of applicants, the examination will be held in multiple shifts across designated centers in Maharashtra. Candidates are required to report to their respective centers well before the exam commencement time mentioned on their admit cards.
Shift Timings:
- Session 1 (Morning Shift): 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM (180 Minutes)
- Session 2 (Afternoon Shift): 02:00 PM – 05:00 PM (180 Minutes)
MHT CET 2027 Important Dates
The State CET Cell has outlined a comprehensive timeline for application, examination, and post-exam procedures. Below are the key expected dates for the MHT CET 2027 Session 1.
| Event | Tentative Schedule |
| Online Application Start Date | Second week of September 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | Last week of October 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | First week of November 2026 |
| Admit Card Release (PCM Group) | First week of December 2026 |
| Admit Card Release (PCB Group) | Third week of December 2026 |
| PCM Exam Date (Session 1) | Second week of December 2026 |
| PCB Exam Date (Session 1) | Second week of January 2027 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | PCM: 2nd week of Jan 2027 PCB: 3rd week of Jan 2027 |
| MHT CET Result Declaration | PCM: 2nd week of Feb 2027 PCB: 3rd week of Feb 2027 |
| CAP Registration Begins | First to Third week of March 2027 |
How to Download MHT CET 2027 Admit Card
Once the State CET Cell activates the download links in December 2026, candidates can secure their hall tickets by following these sequential steps:
Open a web browser and navigate to the official portal at cetcell.mahacet.org.
On the homepage, locate and click on the specific link designated for the “MHT CET 2027 Admit Card” under the technical education or notifications section.
Enter your official login credentials, which include your Application Number and Date of Birth (or Password).
Submit the details to view your admit card on the screen.
Verify all printed information carefully, including your name, exam center address, shift timings, and reporting instructions.
Download the PDF file and print at least two hard copies to carry to the examination center.
Official Links
| Maharashtra State CET Cell Portal | Click Here |
| MHT CET 2027 Exam Date | Click Here |
