| Updated On - Apr 21, 2026
The MHT CET 2026 PCB exam has begun on 21st April, 2026. The MHT CET PCB exam will continue till 26 April 2026. The authority is conducting the exam in two shifts. Candidates scheduled to appear in the MHT CET 2026 April 21 exam can check the MHT CET exam day guidelines, dress code and reporting timings here.
The MHT CET 2026 PCB Shift 1 starts from 9 A.M and the second shift begins at 2 P.M. You must review the MHT CET 2026 guidelines to avoid any confusion.
- You must download the MHT CET admit card and carry it to the exam centre.
- Failure to carry any of the documents mentioned in the MHT CET 2026 admit card will result in being rejected from taking the exam.
- You are not allowed into the examination hall after the reporting time.
- You must reach the MHT CET exam center at least 30 minutes before the reporting time.
Check:
- MHT CET 2026 Exam Centres, List of Test Cities With Codes and Guidelines
- How to Download MAH CET Admit Card
- MHT CET 2026 Admit Card Out: Download MHT CET Hall ticket at cetcell.mahacet.org
MHT CET 2026 April 21 Reporting Time
Candidates must strictly follow the reporting time mentioned on their admit card. Late entry will not be allowed under any circumstances.
| PCB Group Timings | Shift 2 |
|---|---|
| Entry in Examination Hall | 12:30 PM |
| Last entry permitted in the examination hall | 1:45 PM |
| Login to read instructions | 1:50 PM |
| Commencement of examination | 2:00 PM |
| End of examination | 5:00 PM |
MHT CET 2026 Exam Day Guidelines and Dress Code
You must carry all the documents and follow the Dress Code for the MHT CET 2026 exam. The video by “Sameer Shaikh” explains the latest MHT CET 2026 guidelines and dress code.
Day 1 of the MHT CET PCB exam has officially concluded. We will update the questions and paper analysis soon.
The 2nd shift for the MHT CET exam for April 21 will end soon at 5 P.M.
We will share the MHT CET Paper Analysis here once the shift is over.
For MHT CET 2026, the safe score to secure admission to top engineering colleges in Maharashtra is estimated to be 160-170 out of 200.
- A score above 160-170 marks out of 200 equates to nearly the 99.5+ percentile.
- With a 99.5+ percentile, students can apply for admission to top engineering colleges like COEP and VJTI.
- Any score above 130-150 marks also has the chance to get admitted to top-tier private colleges in Maharashtra.
Also Read:
| Exam Group | Exam Dates | Expected Admit Card Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) | May 10 to 11, 2026 (Session 2) | 9th May, 2026 (Tentative) |
| PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) | May 14 to 17, 2026 (Session 2) | 13th May, 2026 (Tentative) |
- The CET Cell, Maharashtra, has issued the final MHT CET hall ticket 2026 PCB on April 17, 2026.
- The MHT CET 2026 hall ticket for PCB download link has been updated on the website, cetcell.mahacet.org.
Check: MHT CET 2026 Admit card Out Live Updates: Redownload City Allotment Slip Link at cetcell.mahacet.org
The MHT CET (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test) PCB exam is a state-level entrance test used for admission to undergraduate Pharmacy, Agriculture, and allied health science courses in Maharashtra. It tests Class 11 and 12 proficiency in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology to facilitate entry into technical and health science programs.
Key Details of MHT CET (PCB):
- Exam Structure: The exam is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) worth 200 marks.
- Duration: 3 hours.
- Note on Medical: While some sources mention health sciences, admission to MBBS/BDS in Maharashtra is largely conducted via NEET-UG, not MHT CET.
- Purpose: Admission to B.Pharmacy, D.Pharmacy, B.Sc. Agriculture, B.Sc. Horticulture, B.F.Sc. (Fisheries Science), and related degrees.
- Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB).
- Eligibility: Candidates must have completed their Class 12 exams, typically through the Maharashtra State Board, though other boards are accepted.
The MHT CET is essential for students seeking to enter specialized, non-MBBS, health-related fields in Maharashtra's state-affiliated colleges.
The second shift of the MHT CET 2026 PCB April 21 Exam is now ongoing.
The MHT CET 2026 exam pattern has been released by the CET cell on its official website, cetcell.mahacet.org. The exam pattern of MHT CET 2026 is given below:
| Subject | Questions | Duration | Marking Scheme |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | 50 MCQs | 45 Minutes | 1 Mark per question |
| Mathematics | 50 MCQs | 90 Minutes | 2 Mark per question |
| Chemistry | 50 MCQs | 45 Minutes | 1 Mark per question |
| Biology | 100 MCQs | 90 Minutes | 1 Mark per question |
| Note: There will be no negative marking in the exam. |
- The MHT CET April 21 shift 2 will be held from 2 PM to 5 PM. The entry gate will close soon.
- While reporting to the exam hall, candidates must carry their MHT CET hall ticket, valid photo ID proof, and a passport-size photograph.
- Any student who fails to carry the following documents will not be allowed entry into the exam hall.
A score of 110-120+ marks out of 200 is considered a safe score in MHT CET 2026, which will secure admission in reputable engineering colleges with a 90–95 percentile.
| Marks Range | Expected Percentile | Performance Level |
|---|---|---|
| 160+ | 99.5+ | Excellent (Top 1%) |
| 140–160 | 99+ | Very Strong |
| 130–140 | 98–99 | Safe for govt colleges |
| 110–130 | 96–98 | Good |
| 100–110 | 95–96 | Average+ |
| 80–100 | 85–95 | Average |
- Students are exiting the exam hall following the conclusion of the MHT CET April 21 shift 1 exam.
- The student's reviews and reactions will be posted here, stay tuned.
You must strictly follow the reporting time mentioned on your MHT CET admit card. Late entry will not be allowed under any circumstances.
|
PCB Group Timings |
Shift 2 |
|---|---|
|
Entry in Examination Hall |
12:30 PM |
|
Last entry permitted in the examination hall |
1:45 PM |
|
Log in to read instructions |
1:50 PM |
|
Commencement of examination |
2:00 PM |
|
End of examination |
5:00 PM |
The 1st shift of the MHT CET 2026 PCB exam will be over at 12 P.M. Once the exam is over, we will share the MHT CET paper analysis here.
| Marks Range (Out of 200) | Expected Percentile Range | Expected Rank Range | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 180 – 200 | 99.90 – 100 | 1 – 100 | Top Students likely to get COEP, VJTI, SPIT |
| 160 – 179 | 99.50 – 99.89 | 100 – 1,800 | Excellent score; strong chance for top branches |
| 130 – 159 | 98.00 – 99.49 | 1,800 – 7,000 | Very good; eligible for top government colleges |
| 100 – 129 | 95.00 – 97.99 | 7,000 – 20,000 | Good score; possible admission to reputed private institutes |
| 80 – 99 | 90.00 – 94.99 | 20,000 – 40,000 | Average, decent colleges and branches available |
| 60 – 79 | 80.00 – 89.99 | 40,000 – 55,000 | Below-average; limited college and branch options |
| 50 – 59 | 70.00 – 79.99 | 55,000 – 70,000 | May secure lower-tier private colleges |
| Below 50 | Below 70.00 | Above 70,000 | Unlikely to qualify for top colleges |
We have a list of more than 600 colleges that accept MHT CET scores 2026. You can check the List of Top Colleges in India Accepting MHT CET Based on 2026 Ranking. The types of colleges are:
- Various Government Institutes
- Government-Aided Institutes
- University-Managed Institutes
- University-Managed Departments
- Unaided private professional educational institutes
This year MHT CET exam will be held twice. The session 1 exams are scheduled in April and the session 2 exams in May. MHT CET exam dates have been released, and candidates can check the same below:
| MHT CET 2026 session | Dates | |
|---|---|---|
| PCM Group | PCB Group | |
| MHT CET 2026 session 1 exam date | April 11 to 19 (Except April 12) | April 21 to 26 |
| MHT CET 2026 session 2 exam date | May 14 to 17 | May 10 to 11 |
Yes. You can carry one ballpoint pen to the exam hall for rough work. The rough sheets will be provided at the centers.
The MHT CET April 21 shift 1 exam starts at 9 A.M. Students are not allowed entry in the exam hall hereafter. The exam will be held for 3 hours and conclude at 12 PM.
The MHT CET 2026 April 21 shift 1 exam will commence at 9 AM. The entry gates have closed at 8:45 A.M.
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