MHT CET Eligibility Criteria 2024 determines the parameters that should be fulfilled by the candidates interested in taking MHT CET 2024. The parameters include the age of the candidates, educational qualifications and others. 

Candidates have to meet MHT CET Eligibility Criteria laid down by the conducting authority to appear for the exam. All Indian Nationals who have passed the HSC/12th class exam or its equivalent examination can appear for MHT CET 2024. 

As per DTE Maharashtra, 85% of the seats in private unaided engineering institutes in Maharashtra will be filled through MHT CET, while 15% of seats will be filled/reserved for All India Quota based on MHT CET

What is the MHT CET Exam?

The state-level Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET) is used to choose candidates for admission to engineering and pharmacy programmes at different Maharashtran colleges. The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell administers the test annually.

Three question papers will be used in the MHT CET 2024 exam. Paper 1 will be maths; Paper 2 will be a combination of chemistry and physics; and Paper 3 will be biology. Those who are interested in registering for the engineering course should show up for Papers 1 and 2. Candidates for pharmacy programmes are expected to show up for Papers 2 and 3. The table below lists the highlights of the MHT CET 2024.

MHT CET 2024 Exam Dates Revised, Check Admit Card Release Date

Event

Dates

MHT CET 2024 admit card release date

PCB: April 13, 2024

PCM: April 19, 2024

MHT CET 2024 exam date

PCB: April 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, 30, 2024

PCM: May 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 15, 16, 17, 2024

MHT CET 2024 result date

Last week of May 2024

Animated Blinking Gradient Button MHT CET 2024 counselling

June to August 2024

MHT CET 2024 Highlights

Exam Particulars

Exam Details

Exam Name

Maharashtra Common Entrance Test or MHT CET

Conducting Body

Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell

Exam Level

State-Level Undergraduate Examination

Exam Frequency

Once a year

Mode of Exam

Online as Computer Based Test (CBT)

Courses offered through the Entrance Exam

BE/BTech, B. Pharma, D. Pharma

Question Paper

  • Paper 1 (Mathematics)
  • Paper 2 (Physics and Chemistry)
  • Paper 3 (Biology)

Exam Duration

  • Paper 1 (90 minutes)
  • Paper 2 (90 minutes)
  • Paper 3 (90 minutes)

Total Marks

  • Paper 1 (100 marks)
  • Paper 2 (100 marks)
  • Paper 3 (100 marks)

Total Questions and Marks

  • Paper 1 (Mathematics - 50 Questions)
  • Paper 2 (Physics - 50 Questions + Chemistry - 50 Questions)
  • Paper 3 (Biology - 50 Questions)

Marking Scheme

  • 1 Mark for each correct response in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
  • 2 Mark for each correct response in Mathematics
  • No negative marking

Language/Medium of Exam

English, Hindi, Marathi, Urdu

Colleges Accepting Exam Score

Around 400 Institutes

Official Website

cetcell.mahacet.org


MHT CET 2024 Admit Card

The PCM group's MHT CET 2024 admit card is now available. On the website mahacet.org, candidates can download their MHT CET PCBM Admit Card. Candidates must use their email address and password to log in to the website to download their admit card. On the day of the exam, candidates must print the page after downloading it and bring it to the testing location. On April 13, the MHT CET PCB Admit Card was made available. 

The MHT CET 2024 exam date, time, exam centre address, paper the candidate is appearing for, and the candidate's details (name, photo, and signature) will all be included on the admit card. Candidates should get in touch with the MHT CET Cell if they find any errors on their admit card. The detailed instructions for downloading the admit card are

  1. Log on to the MHTCET 2024 official website cetcell.mahacet.org
  2. Click on the MHT CET 2024 admit card download link.
  3. Login using your email ID and password.
  4. Click on the 'Submit' button.
  5. Your MHCET hall ticket 2024 will be displayed on the screen.
  6. Download the same and take a printout for all future references.

MHT CET 2024 Exam Day Guidelines

The MHT CET admit card contains information about the rules for exam day. Some general guidelines that each candidate should abide by on test day are listed below. The following safety measures must be taken by candidates at the exam location:

  1. To the exam location, candidates must bring their MHT CET Admit Card 2024.
  2. Candidates must bring their admit card and one photo ID as proof. 
  3. Reach at the exam location by the time specified on the admit card.
  4. No prohibited item may be brought inside the exam centre by candidates.

MHT CET Exam Centre 2024

The list of MHT CET 2024 exam centres will be made available on the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra website. The test will be administered in several Maharashtra cities. While completing the application form, candidates have the option to select the exam centre of their choice. However, the exam conducting body will make the final exam centre assignment.

The candidate's admit card will include information about the MHT CET 2024 exam centre, such as the name and address of the designated location. It is recommended that candidates double-check the information and make sure they arrive at the testing location on time on the day of the test.

MHT CET 2024 Eligibility Criteria for Maharashtra State and All India Candidates

Criteria

Maharashtra Candidates

All India Candidates

Age Limit

No limit

No limit

Qualifying Exam

HSC or equivalent

HSC or equivalent

Minimum Marks in HSC or equivalent

45% (40% for SC/ ST/ OBC)

45% (40% for SC/ ST/ OBC)

Number of Attempts

No limit

No limit

MHT CET Cutoff 2024

The minimum score or position required by a Student to be admitted to any of the participating Maharashtran institutes' engineering, pharmacy, or agricultural programmes is known as the MHT CET 2024 cutoff. The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, will establish the cutoff scores or ranks based on several variables, including the number of applicants, the exam's difficulty, and the availability of seats in the participating institutes. The MHT CET 2024 results will be announced first, followed by the release of the cutoff scores or ranks.

Admission Through MHT CET 2024 Counselling Process

Maharashtra State CET Cell will hold MHT CET 2024 counselling to admit eligible candidates. There will be three rounds of the Common Admission Process (CAP) for qualified candidates. The MHT CET counselling process consists of five easy steps: registering for the CAP online at cetcell.mahacet.org releasing the merit list, filling out and locking in course and college choices, assigning seats, and reporting to the designated college.

The list of some of the top colleges accepting MHT CET 2024 scores is provided below for your reference:

College

City

Institute of Chemical Technology

Mumbai

Defence Institute of Advanced Technology

Pune

College of Engineering, Pune

Pune

Dr. Vishwanath Karad MIT World Peace University

Pune

Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (VJTI, Mumbai)

Mumbai

Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University College of Engineering

Pune

SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies

Mumbai

Vishwakarma Institute of Technology

Pune

Shri Ramdeobaba College of Engineering and Management

Nagpur

G. H. Raisoni College of Engineering, Nagpur

Nagpur

Frequently Asked Questions (F&Q)

Ques. What is MHT CET?

Ans. MHT CET, short for Maharashtra Common Entrance Test, is a state-level entrance exam conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, for admission to various undergraduate courses in engineering, pharmacy, and agriculture in colleges across Maharashtra.

Ques. When is the MHT CET scheduled for 2024?

Ans. The dates for the MHT CET 2024 exam have been released. For PCB, the exam is set for April 22–30, and for PCM, it is set for May 2–May 16, 2024. 

Ques. Who is eligible to appear for MHT CET?

Ans. Candidates who have passed or are appearing for the 10+2 or equivalent examination with the required subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology) are eligible to appear for MHT CET.

Ques. What is the exam pattern of MHT CET?

Ans. The MHT CET exam typically consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering subjects like Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology, depending on the course. The duration of the exam and the number of questions may vary.

Ques. How can I apply for MHT CET?

Ans. Candidates can apply for MHT CET by visiting the official website of the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, and filling out the online application form. They need to provide personal and educational details, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee.

Ques. What is the syllabus for MHT CET?

Ans. The syllabus for MHT CET includes topics from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology as per the respective course requirements. Candidates should refer to the official syllabus provided by the exam conducting authority.

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