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MHT CET 2026: PCM 2nd Attempt Final Answer Key (Out), PCB Result, Marks Vs Ranks, Cutoff, College Predictor and Counselling

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Shivam Yadav

Updated on - Jun 9, 2026

MHT CET Latest Updates

09 Jun, 2026 MHT CET 2026 PCM group second attempt objection redressal notice out. Check Now 

08 Jun, 2026 CET cell has released the MHT CET PCB 1st attempt result. Check Now

The State Cell Maharashtra has released the MHT CET 2026 PCM Group Second Attempt Final Answer Key on 9h June 2026 at cetcell.mahacet.org after reviewing all the objections. Overall, 14 questions received grace marks, and 14 answer keys were updated, with all changes to be incorporated into the final result.

The MHT CET 2026 PCB Result is out on June 8, 2026, at cetcell.mahacet.org. Candidates can download their personal scorecard from the official portal by logging in with their application number and password.

Direct link to download the MHT CET PCM 2026 2nd Attempt Final Answer Key PDF – (Out)
Click here to check the MHT CET 2026 Result (PCB 1st attempt Out)
MHT CET 2026 PCM 2nd Attempt Final Answer Key

Source: MHT CET Official Website

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has released the individual scorecard for the PCB group (first attempt), and the PCM group scorecard is expected to be released soon. 

  • This year, the State CET Cell, Maharashtra, held the MHT CET 2026 exam in two sessions for the first time, just like the JEE Main exam.
  • Post result, the State Cell of Maharashtra will move forward with the Counselling process, which is expected to start from mid-June 2026.
  • To secure engineering, pharmacy, or agriculture seats, candidates must register for the online counselling process managed by DTE, Maharashtra.
  • In 2025, top institutions like COEP Pune, VJTI Mumbai, SPIT Mumbai & PICT, Pune had the highest percentile of 98.5 to 99+ for open category admissions.
  • So, in 2026 also, students need to score in the 99+ percentile to get admission in top institutes like COEP Pune, VJTI Mumbai, etc.

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MHT CET 2026

In 2025, 6,75,600 students qualified, almost the same as 2024 (6,75,377). There was a strong growth of 63% overall in 4 years, with the highest jump of +23.6% in 2023.

MHT CET 2026 Latest Updates
Final Answer key 2nd Attempt 9 June 2026 (PCM Group)
Final Answer Key Released on May 30, 2026 (1st attempt PCM and 2nd attempt PCB)
Result Date 8 June, 2026 (PCB 1st Attempt result out)
Exam Mode Online (Computer-Based Test)
Sessions Held Session 1 (April) and Session 2 (May)
Official Website cetcell.mahacet.org

Table of Contents

  1. MHT CET 2026 Two-Session Update: What Changed?
  2. How to Check your MHT CET 2026 Result?
  3. MHT CET 2026 Answer Key
  4. How is the MHT CET 2026 Percentile Calculated?
  5. MHT CET 2026 Cutoff for Top Colleges
  6. MHT CET 2026 Marks vs Percentile
  7. MHT CET 2026 Counselling Process
  8. Steps to Register for MHT CET Counselling 2026
  9. Documents required for MHT CET Counselling 2026

MHT CET 2026 Key Summary

  • The MHT CET 2026 exam is held by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra.
  • This year, the exam was held in two sessions for the first time, similar to JEE Main.
  • Session 1 was held in April 2026, and Session 2 was held in May 2026.
  • The exam has two groups, PCM for engineering and PCB for pharmacy and agriculture.
  • There is no negative marking in the MHT CET exam.
  • The result uses a normalisation process to give percentile scores.
  • Your best score out of the two attempts is used for counselling.
  • More than 7 lakh candidates appear for MHT CET every year.

MHT CET 2026 Two-Session Update: What Changed?

  • New Two-Session Format: For the first time, the MHT CET 2026 was held in two separate sessions—similar to the JEE Main—giving students a second chance to improve their scores.
  • Best Score Counts: Students could choose to take one or both sessions, and the CET Cell will use their highest score for the final admission and counselling process.
  • Fair Percentile System: Because the exam had multiple shifts, a normalisation formula is used to balance difficulty levels, meaning the final scorecard displays percentiles instead of raw marks.
  • A Helpful Safety Net: Unlike previous single-session years, this new system prevents students from losing an entire year over one bad exam day by allowing them to rely on their better attempt.

MHT CET 2026 Result Date

The MHT CET 2026 result is expected in the second week of June 2026. The CET Cell will declare the result at cetcell.mahacet.org. The objection window for the final answer key closed on May 30, 2026. After this, the CET Cell will prepare the results based on the final answer key.

Year Exam Period Result Date Gap
2026 Session 1: PCM (Apr 11–20), PCB (Apr 21–26) Session 2: PCB (May 10–11), PCM (May 12–21) June 8, 2026 (PCB 1st Attempt) ~3– 4 weeks (from Session 2 end)
2025 April–May 2025 (Session 1 & 2) PCM: 16 June 2025 PCB: 17 June 2025 ~6–8 weeks
2024 PCB: April 22–30, 2024 PCM: May 2–17, 2024 16 June 2024 ~4–6 weeks
2023 PCM: May 9–14, 2023 PCB: May 15–20, 2023 12 June 2023 ~3–4 weeks
2022 August 5–28, 2022 15 September 2022 ~2–3 weeks
2021 September 20 – October 10, 2021 27 October 2021 ~2–3 weeks
MHT CET 2026 Result Date

How to Check your MHT CET 2026 Result?

Steps to check your MHT CET 2026 result:

How to Check your MHT CET 2026 Result?

MHT CET 2026 Answer Key

The MHT CET 2026 answer key was released in two stages: a provisional key and a final key. The provisional PCM key came out on May 20, followed by the final answer key for both groups on May 30, 2026.

By matching the answer key with your response sheet, you can calculate your expected score. There is no negative marking: PCM gives 2 marks for Math and 1 mark each for Physics and Chemistry, while PCB gives 1 mark per correct answer.

If you found an error in the provisional key, you could challenge it by submitting an objection and paying a fee. The CET Cell reviews all submissions before releasing the final answer key, which is used to calculate the results.

Also Check: MHT CET Answer Key 2026 (Out): Download PCM and PCB PDF with Solutions, Challenge Window, and Response Sheet

How is the MHT CET 2026 Percentile Calculated?

A normalisation process is used to balance different shift difficulties and ensure fair scoring for everyone.

  • Your percentile indicates the percentage of students you scored higher than or equal to, with the top scorer in each shift getting a 100th percentile.
  • Percentiles are calculated separately for PCM and PCB groups, meaning your rank depends entirely on your performance against others in your specific group.

Also Check: MHT CET 2026 Marks Vs Rank Vs Percentile: Check Category Wise Percentile and Rank

MHT CET 2026 Cutoff for Top Colleges

The MHT CET 2026 cutoff is the minimum percentile you need for admission to a college and branch. The CET Cell releases the cutoff after every counselling round.

  • Top colleges like COEP Pune and VJTI Mumbai always have the highest cutoffs.
  • The cutoff is released in two parts, one for the All India quota (AI) and one for the Maharashtra State quota (MH).
  • About 85% of seats are reserved for Maharashtra domicile students, and the rest are open to all.
  • Computer Science (CSE) and Information Technology (IT) are the most competitive branches.
College / Institute General (Open) OBC / EWS SC ST
COEP Pune 99+ 98.5 – 99.5 97 – 98.5 95 – 97.5
VJTI Mumbai 98.5 – 99.5 98 – 99 96.5 – 98 94.5 – 96.5
SPIT Mumbai / PICT Pune 96.5 – 98.5 95.5 – 97.5 93 – 96 90 – 94
MIT-WPU Pune / PCCOE Pune 92 – 96 90 – 95 87 – 92 82 – 88
Other Reputed Colleges 80 – 90 78 – 88 70 – 82 65 – 78
MHT CET 2026 Cutoff for Top Colleges

Related Links: MHT CET College Predictor 2026: Know Your B.Tech Admission Chances using CET Percentile

MHT CET 2026 Marks vs Percentile

A score above 120 is generally seen as safe for a decent engineering college. For the top colleges like COEP and VJTI, you usually need more than 160 marks and a rank within the top 1,000. These numbers can change a little every year based on the exam difficulty and the number of candidates.

Marks (Out of 200) Expected Percentile Performance Level
170 – 200 99.90 – 99.99+ Top Rank (Excellent)
160 – 169 99.50 – 99.89 Outstanding
150 – 159 99.00 – 99.49 Very Good
140 – 149 98.00 – 98.99 Good
130 – 139 96.50 – 97.99 Strong
120 – 129 95.00 – 96.49 Above Average
110 – 119 93.00 – 94.99 Decent
100 – 109 90.00 – 92.99 Moderate
90 – 99 85.00 – 89.99 Average
80 – 89 80.00 – 84.99 Below Average
70 – 79 72.00 – 79.99 Low
Below 70 65.00 – 71.99 Marginal
MHT CET 2026 Marks vs Percentile

Also Check: MHTCET 2026 Score Calculator: Calculate Marks using Response Sheet PDF

MHT CET 2026 Counselling Process

The MHT CET 2026 counselling is held through the Centralised Admission Process (CAP). The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Maharashtra, conducts the CAP after the results. You must register for the MHT CET counselling to get a seat.

The CAP is held in multiple rounds. In each round, you fill your college and branch choices, and the system allots a seat based on your percentile and choices.

Steps to Register for MHT CET Counselling 2026

The main steps are listed below.

Steps to Register for MHT CET Counselling 2026

If you are not happy with your allotted seat, you can wait for the next round to get a better choice. You should keep all your documents ready before the counselling starts to avoid any delay.

Documents required for MHT CET Counselling 2026

Here are the main documents you should keep ready for the MHT CET counselling.

  • MHT CET 2026 scorecard and admit card.
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets.
  • Domicile certificate for Maharashtra State quota seats.
  • Caste certificate and caste validity for the reserved category.
  • Non-creamy layer certificate, if you belong to the OBC category.
  • Aadhaar card or APAAR ID for identity proof.

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FAQs

Ques. Was MHT CET 2026 held in two sessions?

Ans. Yes, MHT CET 2026 was held in two sessions for the first time, just like JEE Main. Session 1 was in April and Session 2 was in May. Your best score out of the two attempts is used for counselling.

Ques. Is there negative marking in MHT CET 2026?

Ans. No, there is no negative marking in MHT CET 2026. So you can attempt every question without losing any marks.

Ques. What is the cutoff of MHE CET 2026?

Ans. The final MHT CET 2026 cutoff will be officially released round-wise during the CAP counselling process, which varies by college, branch, and category. However, expected trends indicate that premier institutes like VJTI and COEP will require a 99+ percentile for top branches like Computer Science, while a 95+ percentile remains a strong cutoff for other reputed colleges.

Ques. What is a good score in MHT CET 2026?

Ans. A score above 120 out of 200 is generally seen as safe for a decent college. For top colleges like COEP and VJTI, you usually need more than 160 marks. See the MHT CET good score guide for more.

Ques. Is 70 a good score for MHT CET?

Ans. A score of 70 is a relatively low percentile (roughly around 60–70 percentile), making it difficult to secure top-tier colleges, but still sufficient for several private or tier-3 engineering and pharmacy institutes in Maharashtra.

Ques. Can I get COEP with 150 marks in MHT CET?

Ans. Yes, 150 marks is an excellent score that gives you a very strong chance of getting into COEP, though top branches like Computer Engineering will still be highly competitive.

Ques. What percentile do I need for COEP Pune?

Ans. You usually need a 99+ percentile for the top branches at COEP Pune. CSE and IT are the most competitive branches. Check the MHT CET cutoff for branch-wise details.

Ques. How many marks is 99.95 percentile in MHT CET?

Ans. A 99.95th percentile in MHT CET typically requires an exceptionally high score of around 165 to 175+ marks out of 200, depending on your shift's difficulty level.

Ques. Can I appear for MHT CET 2026 if I am in Class 12?

Ans. Yes, students appearing in Class 12 can apply for MHT CET 2026. You must have Physics and Maths for PCM, or Physics and Biology for PCB.

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