MHT CET 2026: PCM Exams Scheduled from April 11, Tentative Timetable Released

The Maharashtra State CET Cell has announced a tentative timeline for the admission year 2026, which will take place from March 24 to May 8, 2026, for engineering, medical, management, teacher education, law, and fine arts admissions. This is the first time the MHT CET (PCM & PCB) and MBA/MMS CET will be held twice in a single academic year. A seamless and well-organized admissions process for all professional and higher education courses offered in the state of Maharashtra is made possible by the timeline, which gives students and institutions certainty for planning and preparation.

MHT CET 2026 Dates

The PCB group exams are set for April 21–April 26, while the PCM group exams will take place from April 11–April 19. The dates of the MAH MBA/MMS CET 2026 are April 6–8.

Officially, the CET cycle starts on March 24, 2026, and runs through May 8, 2026. Later in May, there will be a second round of MHT and MBA CET. These tests will be administered twice a year for the first time, giving students the opportunity to raise their scores in a manner akin to the national JEE Main system. 

Second Round of CET Exams

The CET Cell has also announced a second tentative schedule:

By releasing the tentative schedule, students can temporarily assess their exam period and organize their studies accordingly. Each of the MHT and MBA tests is given twice per year, allowing candidates a second chance to improve upon their scores and potentially improve their odds of admission to their preferred programs.