Notifications

1. Key Dates & Deadlines (Merit List Phase) - REVISED & EXTENDED

Online Registration & Document Upload: July 2, 2026, to July 16, 2026 (Up to 5:00 PM). [Previously: July 12, 2026]

Document Verification & Form Confirmation: July 3, 2026, to July 17, 2026 (Up to 5:00 PM). [Previously: July 13, 2026]

Provisional Merit List Display: July 15, 2026. (No change)

Grievances Submission: July 16, 2026, to July 18, 2026 (Up to 5:00 PM). (No change)

Final Merit List Display: July 20, 2026. (No change)

⚠️ Important Note: The dates for Registration and Document Verification have been extended by 4 days. Ensure you complete these steps by the new deadlines.

2. Application & Registration

Mandatory Registration: All candidates seeking admission through CAP must register online at www.mahacet.org.

Fee for Non-MHT-CET Candidates: If you have a valid JEE (Main) or NEET (UG) score but did not register for MHT-CET 2026, you must pay a non-refundable application fee online.

General/OMS/J&K/Ladakh Migrant: ₹1300/-

Reserved (Maharashtra State only), PWD, Orphan, Transgender: ₹1000/-

3. Document Verification Modes

Two Modes: You must choose one during form filling.

E-Scrutiny (Online): Upload scanned documents. Verification is done online via a Facilitation Centre (FC). You do not need to visit in person.

Physical Scrutiny: You must visit a designated Scrutiny Centre (SC) / Facilitation Centre (FC) in person for document verification.

4. Eligibility Criteria (Brief)

Citizenship: Must be a citizen of India.

Qualifying Exam: Passed 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with one of (Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, Technical/Vocational subject, or Computer Science).

Minimum Marks: 45% (40% for Reserved, EWS, and PWD candidates from Maharashtra State) in the above subjects taken together.

Entrance Test:

Must have a non-zero score in MHT-CET 2026 (PCM/PCB) OR a non-zero positive score in JEE (Main) / NEET.

Note: Preference is given to candidates with JEE (Main) or NEET scores over those with only MHT-CET scores.

Diploma Holders: Candidates with a 3-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology (with 45% marks) are also eligible.

5. Category & Certificate Requirements - UPDATED

Caste/Tribe Validity: SC, ST, VJ/DT NT(A), NT(B), NT(C), NT(D), OBC, SBC, and SEBC candidates must produce a valid Caste/Tribe Validity Certificate.

Non-Creamy Layer (NCL): OBC, SBC, and SEBC candidates must produce a valid NCL certificate (valid until 31st March 2027).

EWS: Must produce an EWS certificate as per the specific Maharashtra Government format (G.R. No. 2-809/P.N.3/9/6-3, dated 31/05/2021).

Failure to Produce Documents: If you fail to produce the required validity/NCL/EWS certificates during verification, you will be treated as a General Category candidate for CAP admissions.

6. Important Warning on Certificate Submission - UPDATED

OBC & SEBC Candidates: If you submitted a receipt for your Caste Validity Certificate during registration, you must now upload and verify the original certificate by visiting a Scrutiny Center as per the new timeline in G.R. No. 2028/3.4.9(4-9)/4, dated 02/07/2026.

All Reserved Categories (SC, ST, VJ/DT NT(A), NT(B), NT(C), NT(D), SBC, EWS, OBC, SEBC): If you submitted a receipt for your Caste/Tribe Validity, NCL, or EWS Certificate, you must upload and verify the final original certificate at a Scrutiny Center and submit it to your admitted institute on or before the final reporting date of the 4th CAP round. Failure to do so will result in automatic admission cancellation, and you will be considered under the Open category for subsequent rounds.

7. Special Category Candidates

J&K and Ladakh Migrants: Must register online and then approach "Director, Sardar Patel College of Engineering (SPCE), Andheri (West), Mumbai" directly for admission under the specific quota.

NRI/OCI/PIO/FN: Must apply through the separate portal: https://fn.mahacet.org/. (OCI guidelines per Supreme Court order will apply).

Orphan/Defense Reservations: Applicable as per Government of Maharashtra rules.

8. Important Warnings & Instructions

Rejected Applications: If your application is not confirmed by E-Scrutiny or Physical Scrutiny centers within the given timeline, it will be rejected, and your name will not appear in the merit list.

Fee Difference: Reserved category candidates who fail to produce required certificates will have to pay a fee difference of ₹300/-.

Help & Support: For queries, call the helpline at +91-9175108612 or 18002098851 between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM. A ticketing system is also available inside your CAP login.

Future Schedule: The schedule for "Option Form filling" and "CAP Allotment" will be announced shortly on the website.

To view the full official document, please refer to the link provided: https://fe2026.mahacet.org/ViewPublicDocument?MenuId=9734

The State Common Entrance test, Maharashtra, has released the MHT CET PCM Result 2026 on June 15, 2026. The results can be accessed through their official website cetcell.mahacet.org. The results for MHT CET PCM 2026 are released in order of the two phases: phase 1 and phase 2. The results for MHT CET PCM 2026 Phase 1 have been officially announced, and officials will subsequently release the MHT CET PCM 2026 topper’s list on their website. In order to download the results, candidates must use their provided credentials, such as the registration number and security pin. The results released shall include percentile scores as well as subject-wise scores of physics, chemistry, and mathematics, including All India Rank and State Rank.

This year marks the first time that the MHT CET 2026 Exam is being conducted in two sessions. The authorities have mentioned that the best of both attempts will be considered for those students who appear in both attempts. Following the announcement of the MHT CET PCM Result 2026, authorities will release a provisional merit list of the candidates for the same. Those candidates who are not satisfied with the merit list score are allowed to further challenge the merit list through the official online portal. Upon reviewing the challenges, the MHT CET PCM 2026 final merit list will be released with the names of shortlisted candidates and their overall ranking. 

MHT CET PCM Result 2026: How to Check and Download Score Card? 

The MHT CET PCM Result 2026 has officially been released on the official portal of CET Cell. In order to check result, the candidate can follow the steps mentioned below : 

Step 1: Visit the official MHT CET website and click on the MHT CET PCM RESULT 2026 link on the homepage. 

Step 2: Fill in your credentials such as application number and security pin. 

Step 3: Click on the SUBMIT button

Step 4: MHT CET PCM 2026 Result will be displayed on your screen. 

Step 5: Thoroughly verify your result and download it. 

Candidates are advised to keep a printout of their score card for future reference. 

MHT CET PCM 2026 Result: Tie Breaking Rule 

In situations where two or more candidates score the same marks in MHT CET PCM Result 2026, tie-breaking rules are considered to determine the rank order of the candidates. 

Ranks are usually decided using the following order : 

Higher marks in mathematics (specifically for PCM candidates)

Higher marks in physics 

• Higher marks in chemistry
• Higher marks in class 12th examination 
• Candidates older in age

Tie-breaking criteria become essential, especially for candidates competing for top institutes and most sought-after branches in the fields of engineering and pharmacy. These rules are made to ensure fair ranking among candidates with the same scores. 

For further updates on the released MHT CET PCM Result 2026 and merit list, candidates are advised to regularly active on careerniti website.