The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has officially opened the application window for the MAH-L.L.B. 3-Year CET 2026. This highly competitive entrance exam is the gateway for graduates across India to secure admission into prestigious law colleges within Maharashtra for the academic session 2026-27. Aspiring legal professionals must note that the registration process is entirely online and requires the generation of a mandatory APAAR ID via DigiLocker. With the exam scheduled for early April, candidates are advised to complete their applications well before the January deadline to avoid technical delays.
MAH 3-Year LLB CET 2026 Overview
| Exam Name | Maharashtra 3-Year LLB Common Entrance Test (MAH 3-Year LLB CET) |
| Conducting Authority | State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra |
| Exam Level | State Level Entrance Exam |
| Course Offered | 3-Year Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) |
| Academic Session | 2026 – 2027 |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | cetcell.mahacet.org |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Official Notification Release | November 21, 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | January 8, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | January 23, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | March 2026 (Tentative) |
| MAH 3-Year LLB Exam Dates | April 1 and 2, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | May 2026 |
MAH 3-Year LLB CET 2026 Exam Details
The MAH 3-Year LLB CET is an online Computer-Based Test (CBT) conducted to evaluate the legal aptitude and logical reasoning skills of candidates. The examination is held in multiple shifts across various centers in Maharashtra. This year, the exam structure has been streamlined to 120 questions, focusing more intensely on the core competencies required for the study of law.
Eligibility Details
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have a Graduate Degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Candidates who are in the final year of their graduation are also eligible to apply.
- Minimum Aggregate Marks:
- General / OMS / EWS Category: 45% marks.
- OBC / VJ / NT / SBC Categories (Maharashtra only): 42% marks.
- SC / ST Categories (Maharashtra only): 40% marks.
- Age Limit: There is no upper age limit for admission to the 3-year LLB program as per the latest Bar Council of India (BCI) and court guidelines.
- Citizenship: Candidates must be Indian Citizens. Candidates from other states (OMS) are eligible but will be considered under the Open Category.
Participating Institutes
- Government Law Colleges (GLC) – Notable: GLC Mumbai.
- University Departments – e.g., Department of Law, University of Mumbai/Pune.
- Government-Aided & Minority Colleges.
- Unaided/Private Self-Financed Colleges.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (INR) |
| Open, OMS, EWS, J&K Migrants | ₹1,000 |
| Reserved (SC, ST, OBC, VJ/DT-NT, SBC) – Maharashtra Only | ₹800 |
| Orphan & Transgender Candidates | ₹800 |
Exam Pattern
| Subject Section | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
| Legal Aptitude and Legal Reasoning | 24 | 24 |
| General Knowledge with Current Affairs | 32 | 32 |
| Logical and Analytical Reasoning | 24 | 24 |
| English | 40 | 40 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
- Duration: 120 Minutes (2 hours).
- Marking Scheme: +1 mark for each correct answer.
- Negative Marking: None.
- Language: English and Marathi.
How to Apply
- APAAR ID Generation: Create an APAAR ID through DigiLocker before applying.
- New Registration: Visit cetcell.mahacet.org and click on “New Registration”.
- Account Creation: Enter your name, email, and mobile number to generate login credentials.
- Form Filling: Fill in personal and educational details.
- Upload Documents: Upload photograph and signature in prescribed format.
- Fee Payment: Pay the application fee online.
- Final Print: Submit and download the confirmation page.
MAH 3-Year LLB CET 2026 Official Links
