MHT-CET 2026 Registrations Continue; Maharashtra CET Cell Accepting Applications Till February 12

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, continues to oversee the ongoing registration phase for the MHT-CET 2026. The application portal remains open for individuals aiming for undergraduate seats in Engineering, Technology, and Pharmacy programs. According to the current schedule, the deadline for submitting the online form stands at February 12, 2026.

The Maharashtra CET Cell has noted a steady influx of submissions since the portal opened. This year’s examination cycle is particularly significant due to the high volume of candidates expected to participate in the computer-based testing format scheduled for the upcoming spring season.

            1. Current Registration and Documentation Status

The registration process for 2026 requires the integration of several digital identity markers. The Maharashtra CET Cell has synchronized the portal with national databases to ensure that the data provided by candidates is verified in real-time.

• Identity Verification: The system currently requires both Aadhaar and APAAR IDs for all candidates to initiate the application sequence.
• Digital Submission: All supporting documents, including category certificates and academic transcripts, are being uploaded digitally to the centralized server.
• Payment Gateway: The portal is currently processing registration fees via multiple online modes, with the standard fee structure remaining in place until the February deadline.

2. Examination Structure and Schedule Overview

The MHT-CET 2026 examination is structured to cover various professional streams through distinct subject groups. The Maharashtra CET Cell has organized the timetable to accommodate both the PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) and PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) groups over a multi-day testing window.

• Testing Windows: The first session of the examination is slated to begin in mid-April, with the second session following in May.
• Attempt Policy: Under the current 2026 guidelines, candidates have the option to appear for two sessions, with the best score being utilized for the final merit list.
• Center Allocation: The Maharashtra CET Cell is currently finalizing the list of digital centers across the state where the computer-based examination will take place.

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3. Conclusion

The MHT-CET 2026 cycle is moving forward according to the pre-decided administrative timeline. With the registration window set to close on February 12, the focus remains on the successful collection and verification of each application. The Maharashtra CET Cell continues to maintain the digital infrastructure necessary to support the thousands of candidates who will eventually sit for the examination. Once the deadline passes, the process will transition into the correction window and admit card issuance phase, leading up to the scheduled tests in April and May.