The introduction of a second attempt for MHT CET marks a significant change in the examination process, allowing 4,92,383 students to improve their scores starting May 9, 2026. This unprecedented move by the CET Cell aims to enhance accessibility and fairness in the examination process.
In the first attempt, 8,96,236 students registered, with 8,33,482 appearing, which resulted in a commendable attendance rate of 92.99%. The high turnout underscores the importance of these exams for aspiring students.
Key dates for upcoming exams:
- The MBA/MMS CET will be conducted on May 9, 2026, for 53,931 candidates.
- The PCB group exam is scheduled for May 10 and 11, 2026, accommodating 1,16,538 students.
- The PCM group exam will take place from May 12 to May 21, 2026 (excluding May 16 and 17), with 3,21,914 candidates participating.
This year marks the first time the CET Cell has introduced two attempts for these entrance exams. Previously modeled after national-level JEE (Main), this change aims to provide more opportunities for students to achieve better results.
The official release of the MHT CET 2026 Answer Key Session 1 is anticipated by May 2, 2026. Candidates can download it along with their response sheets from cetcell.mahacet.org.
If candidates choose to appear for both attempts, the higher percentile score will be considered for admission. A score of 100 marks in MHT CET is projected to correspond to an estimated percentile range of 88 to 92 for PCM and 85 to 90 for PCB.
The CET Cell has confirmed that this initiative aims to alleviate pressure on students while enhancing their chances of success. The higher percentile score will play a crucial role in determining admissions across various programs.
