MHT CET (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test) is conducted by the State CET Cell for admission into Engineering, Pharmacy, and Agriculture programs in Maharashtra colleges.
Eligibility Criteria
Must be an Indian National
Passed 10+2 with PCM/PCB from a recognized board
Minimum 45% marks in aggregate (40% for reserved category)
Maharashtra domicile required for state quota
Exam Pattern
Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Sections: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology
Total Marks: 200
No negative marking
Duration: 3 hours
Important Dates (Tentative)
Application Starts: January 2025
Exam Window: April–May 2025
Result Declaration: June 2025
Counseling: July–August 2025
Top Maharashtra Colleges via MHT CET
College of Engineering, Pune (COEP)
VJTI Mumbai
ICT Mumbai
Walchand College of Engineering, Sangli
Government College of Engineering, Amravati
Branch-Wise Cutoff (2024 Data)
COEP – CSE: Rank < 100
VJTI – IT: Rank < 300
ICT – Chemical: Rank < 500
MHT CET Counseling Process
Register at cetcell.mahacet.org
Fill college & course preferences
Participate in CAP rounds
Seat allotment & document verification
Final admission to allotted college
Preparation Tips
Cover both HSC Maharashtra Board and NCERT syllabus