MHT CET 2027
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About MHT CET 2027
MHT CET is the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test for admission to engineering and pharmacy colleges in Maharashtra. It is the primary entrance exam for Maharashtra state quota seats.
The exam is based on the Maharashtra State Board syllabus and tests Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology. There is no negative marking.
MHT CET is important for students seeking admission to top Maharashtra engineering colleges like VJTI, COEP, and PICT.
Quick Facts
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Class 12 with PCM for engineering |
| Minimum Percentage | 45% in Class 12 (40% for reserved categories) |
| Age Limit | No specific age limit |
| Attempts | One attempt per year |
| Category Relaxation | 5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC |
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 50 | 50 |
| Chemistry | 50 | 50 |
| Mathematics | 50 | 100 |
Syllabus
Cutoff Trends (Last 3 Years)
| Year | General | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 95 | 90 | 75 | 65 | 92 |
| 2023 | 93 | 88 | 72 | 62 | 90 |
| 2022 | 90 | 85 | 68 | 58 | 87 |
Top Colleges Accepting MHT CET
Preparation Tips for Bihar Students
Follow Maharashtra State Board textbooks — the exam is based on state board syllabus
No negative marking — attempt all questions
Mathematics carries 100 marks (2 marks per question) — focus heavily on Math
Target 95+ percentile for top Mumbai/Pune colleges
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