The last date for MHT CET 2026 registration has been extended to February 20, 2026, for both PCM and PCB groups. The Maharashtra State CET Cell announced this extension through an official notification. Candidates planning to appear for either the first attempt or both attempts must complete their application on the official website, cetcell.mahacet.org.
To apply, candidates must first complete the registration process on the CET portal. After successful registration, they can fill out the MHT CET 2026 application form. The application will be considered complete only after payment of the prescribed fee in online mode. The deadline to pay the MHT CET 2026 application fee is February 13, 2026.
The application process involves several steps:
Step 1: MHT CET Registration
Step 2: Provide personal and educational details
Step 3: Upload scanned copies of the photograph, signature, and category certificate (only for reserved category candidates)
Step 4: Pay the application fee
The application form will be submitted after the payment of the application fee. Candidates should download and print a copy of their completed application form for future reference. This printed copy must be kept safe until the admission process is completed, as it will be required during college admission.
Candidates should follow the below-mentioned steps for the successful filling of the application form:
Step 1: Registration
To begin the application process, candidates must visit the official website. The first step is registration, where candidates need to enter personal details, a valid email address, and a phone number. After registration, the candidate will receive login credentials for the application form on their registered email.
Step 2: Filling Personal and Educational Details
Candidates must enter their name exactly as it appears on their Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets. They should carefully provide all required personal and educational details. While filling out the form, candidates must specify whether they are opting for PCM, PCB, or both. Additionally, they must select the language in which they wish to take the examination (English, Hindi, Marathi, or Urdu).
Step 3: Uploading Documents
Candidates need to upload their photograph and signature in the specified format and size. If applying under a reserved category, candidates must upload their caste certificate. Other necessary documents such as proof of identity and mark sheets should be uploaded in the correct format and size.
MHT CET 2026 Image Specifications
| Document |
Size |
Format |
| Photograph |
15 KB to 50 KB |
JPG/JPEG |
| Signature |
15 KB to 50 KB |
JPG/JPEG |
| ID Proof & Other Certificates |
15 KB to 256 KB |
PDF |
Step 4: Application Fee Payment
The application fee can be paid either online or offline. Once the fee is successfully paid, the application form will be automatically submitted. Candidates should download and keep a PDF copy of their completed application form, as it will be required during the admission process.
MHT CET 2026 Application Fee
This year MHT CET application fee has been increased by INR 300 for general candidates and by INR 200 for reserved category candidates. Candidates can check the fee details below:
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MHT CET 2026 Groups
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General
|
Reserved Category (Maharashtra Candidates only)
|
|
PCM
|
INR 1300
|
INR 1000
|
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PCB
|
INR 1300
|
INR 1000
|
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Both PCM and PCB
|
INR 2600
|
INR 2000
|
MHT CET 2026 Application Fee for Candidates Applying for Both Attempts
| MHT CET groups |
Category of Candidate without Late Fees |
| General |
Reserved (MS Candidates) |
| PCM (First Attempt) |
INR 1300 |
INR 1000 |
| PCM (Both Attempt) |
INR 2600 |
INR 2000 |
| PCB (First Attempt) |
INR 1300 |
INR 1000 |
| PCB (both Attempt) |
INR 2600 |
INR 2000 |
- Candidates have to submit the application fee using the online payment modes available – online mode/ Mobile Wallets/UPI.
