MH CET Law (5-Year LLB) Registrations Continue; Students Focus on May Exam Prep

As the academic season heats up, students across Maharashtra are breathing a sigh of relief. The State Common Entrance Test Cell has officially extended the deadline for the 5-Year LLB Registration process. Initially set to close earlier this month, the window has now been pushed to March 15, 2026. This extension is a golden opportunity for Class 12 students who were previously occupied with their board exam practicals and revision sessions. Currently, thousands of young aspirants are logging onto the official portal to secure their chance at a legal career.

While the registration remains open, the Exam Preparation phase has entered a critical stage. The CET Cell has confirmed that the computer-based entrance test will be held on May 8, 2026. Unlike the 3-year law program, this 5-year integrated course includes a specific section on basic mathematics, which often requires extra attention from students. According to the latest updates on the Official MH CET Cell Website, candidates must ensure their digital identity is verified through the APAAR system before they can successfully submit their final application forms.

1. Key Updates on Registration and Deadlines

The extension of the 5-Year LLB Registration timeline allows students to double-check their documents and avoid last-minute technical errors.

• Final Deadline: The last date to complete the online form and pay the application fee is now March 15, 2026.
• Mandatory APAAR ID: All students must generate an Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR) ID via DigiLocker, as this is now a compulsory field in the Maharashtra Law Entrance portal.
• Correction Window: Following the March 15 deadline, a brief period will be provided for students to correct minor mistakes in their personal details or uploaded photos.
• Application Fees: General category candidates must pay ₹1000, while reserved category students from Maharashtra pay ₹800 through the online payment gateway.
• Direct Portal Access: Candidates can begin their journey by visiting the CET Exam Portal 2026-27 to create their unique user profiles.

2. Strategic Focus for the May Entrance Test

With the exam date set for May 8, students are moving from basic reading to intensive Exam Preparation and mock testing.

• Mathematics Section: This section consists of 8 marks based on Class 10 level arithmetic; students should focus on percentages, profit and loss, and averages.
• Legal Aptitude: This is the most important section, testing how students apply legal principles to a given set of facts.
• Weightage Distribution: The paper contains 120 questions in total, and since there is no negative marking, students are encouraged to attempt every single question.
• General Knowledge: Aspirants should stay updated with the last 12 months of current affairs, particularly major legal judgments and new government schemes.
• Syllabus PDF: A detailed breakdown of all topics is available for download in the Official Information Brochure.

3. Admission Process and College Selection

The Maharashtra Law Entrance is just the first hurdle in a multi-step process to enter the state's top law institutions.

• Admit Card Release: Hall tickets are expected to be available for download in late April, roughly ten days before the May 8 exam.
• Result Timeline: The scores are usually declared within 3 to 4 weeks after the exam, followed by a merit list based on percentiles.
• Centralized Admission Process (CAP): Successful candidates must register for CAP rounds in June to select their preferred colleges.
• Top-Tier Colleges: Admission to schools like the Government Law College (GLC) in Mumbai or ILS Law College in Pune requires a very high score due to intense competition.
• Eligibility Check: Ensure you have at least 45% marks in your Class 12 exams (40% for SC/ST) to meet the final Application Criteria for admission.

Conclusion

The extension of the 5-Year LLB Registration date to March 15 gives every student a fair shot at joining the legal profession right after school. However, with the Maharashtra Law Entrance exam scheduled for May 8, there is no room for laziness. Successful Exam Preparation requires a balance between board exam studies and CET-specific practice. Aspirants should use this time to master the logic and reasoning sections while ensuring all digital paperwork, like the APAAR ID, is in order. By staying updated with the official notifications and practicing regularly, students can confidently aim for a seat in Maharashtra's leading law universities.

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