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The MHT CET application process is fully online and conducted exclusively on the official portal cetcell.mahacet.org. The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra releases the registration window through an official notification, typically in December or January before the examination year. A total of 7,65,335 candidates registered for MHT CET 2025, making it one of the most widely applied‑for state engineering entrance examinations in the country.
This page covers every stage of the MHT CET registration in sequence: creating an account, filling personal and academic details, uploading documents, selecting exam preferences, paying the fee, and using the correction window. Before applying, candidates should confirm their eligibility by reviewing the MHT CET Eligibility Criteria and the overall exam structure on the MHT CET complete guide.
| Parameter Detail | |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Official Portal | cetcell.mahacet.org |
| Application Window (Typical) | December to February |
| Late Fee Window | February to March (additional Rs. 500) |
| Correction Window | Available for limited fields post‑submission |
| Payment Mode | Online (debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI) |
| Fee Refund | Not applicable under any circumstance |
The CET Cell publishes the precise dates in the information brochure each year. The following is the typical sequence based on the pattern followed in recent cycles:
| Event Typical Period | |
| Information Brochure Release | December (last week) or January (first week) |
| Registration Opens (without late fee) | January (first or second week) |
| Registration Closes (without late fee) | February (second or third week) |
| Late Registration Period | February (third week) to March (first week) |
| Additional Late Fee Window | Announced separately if reopened |
| Form Correction Window | March (approximately 2 to 3 days) |
| Admit Card Download | 7 to 10 days before exam |
For the exact dates applicable to the current cycle, visit MHT CET Notification which is updated with every official announcement.
Open cetcell.mahacet.org on a desktop or laptop browser. Mobile browsers can be used but a desktop is recommended for a smooth upload and form‑filling experience. Locate the registration or application form link for the relevant examination year on the homepage.
Click on the new candidate registration link. This creates a unique account on the portal. Fill in the following details:
After submitting, the system generates a unique Application Number. This number is required for all future logins, including admit card download, result access, and CAP registration. Keep it noted safely.
Log in using the Application Number and password. The form is divided into sections. Fill personal details carefully:
All information must match the supporting documents exactly. Discrepancies in spelling of name, date of birth, or category between the application form and the documents will cause problems at document verification during CAP.
Enter the following academic information:
Select the exam stream: PCM (for engineering), PCB (for pharmacy / agriculture), or PCMB (for both). This selection determines which papers the candidate will appear for. Candidates who select PCMB pay the combined application fee.
Select the preferred exam centre from the available list. The CET Cell allots exam centres based on the preference given, subject to availability. Candidates can typically enter multiple centre preferences in order of priority.
MHT CET is conducted at approximately 226 test centres across Maharashtra and at select centres outside the state (in cities such as Delhi, Pune, Mumbai, Nashik, Aurangabad, Nagpur, and others as notified). Candidates applying from outside Maharashtra should select the out‑of‑state centres available in the portal.
Candidates must upload scanned copies of the following documents in the formats and sizes specified in the information brochure:
| Document Format Typical Size Limit | ||
| Passport‑size photograph | JPG / JPEG | 20 KB to 200 KB |
| Signature | JPG / JPEG | 10 KB to 50 KB |
| Aadhaar card | JPG / JPEG or PDF | As specified |
| Domicile certificate (for MH category) | JPG / JPEG or PDF | As specified |
| Caste certificate (if applicable) | JPG / JPEG or PDF | As specified |
| Disability certificate / UDID card (if applicable) | As specified | As specified |
Photograph specifications: The photograph should be recent, with a white background, and should clearly show the face. Blurry, scanned‑from‑photocopy, or old photographs are rejected by the system.
Signature specifications: The signature must be of the candidate, in black or blue ink, on white paper, and must match the signature that will be shown at the exam centre. Do not use block letters or initials as the signature.
Uploading incorrect or out‑of‑specification documents is one of the most common reasons for form rejection. Verify each upload against the brochure specifications before proceeding.
Before payment, the portal shows a full preview of the filled application. Review every field carefully:
Any field that cannot be corrected after submission should be verified at this stage.
After preview, proceed to fee payment. The fee is paid online through the designated payment gateway on the portal. Accepted modes include:
Application Fee Structure:
| Category Application Fee | |
| General / Open (Maharashtra and outside Maharashtra) | Rs. 800 (approx.) |
| Reserved Category (SC / ST / OBC / VJNT / SBC / EWS) - Maharashtra domicile | Rs. 600 (approx.) |
| Late fee surcharge | Rs. 500 additional |
Note: Fee amounts above are based on MHT CET 2025 data. The CET Cell revises fees in each cycle. Always verify from the current information brochure before paying. The application fee is non‑refundable under all circumstances, including application rejection due to ineligibility.
After successful payment, the transaction ID is generated and a confirmation message is sent to the registered email and mobile number.
After payment, the portal generates a completed application confirmation with a unique application number and a summary of all filled details. Download this page as a PDF and take a printout. Retain it until the entire MHT CET admission process including CAP counselling and college reporting is complete.
The CET Cell provides a limited correction window after the application submission deadline. Candidates can correct specific fields during this window by logging in with their application number and password.
Based on recent cycles, the following fields are typically editable during the correction window:
If critical fields like date of birth or caste are entered incorrectly and cannot be corrected, candidates may need to contact the CET Cell helpdesk directly. In most cases, such errors can only be addressed during document verification at CAP facilitation centres.
Corrections made during the window are final. The correction window is open only for 2 to 3 days in most cycles. Candidates should check the MHT CET Notification page regularly for the exact correction window dates.
Keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
| Document Required For | |
| Class 10 (SSC) mark sheet | Date of birth and name verification |
| Class 12 (HSC) mark sheet or hall ticket | Academic eligibility |
| Aadhaar card | Identity verification (mandatory) |
| APAAR ID | Mandatory as per recent CET Cell notifications |
| Passport‑size photograph | Upload |
| Signature | Upload |
| Domicile certificate | Maharashtra (MH) category claim |
| Caste certificate | SC / ST / OBC / VJNT / SBC category |
| Non‑creamy layer certificate | OBC / VJNT / SBC |
| Income certificate | EWS category |
| Disability certificate and UDID card | PwD category |
Documents must be issued by the competent authority and should be current (not expired, where applicable).
Uploading non‑compliant photographs or signatures is among the most frequent application errors. Follow these specifications exactly:
Photograph:
Signature:
If the photograph or signature does not meet the specifications, the system may reject the upload. Even if it passes the automated check, mismatched signatures at the exam centre can create entry issues.
The candidate name entered in the application form must exactly match the name on the Class 10 (SSC) mark sheet or leaving certificate, including middle name if applicable. Even a single letter variation (for example, "Shubham" vs "Shubam") can cause problems during verification.
Candidates who intend to take both PCM and PCB must select the PCMB option, not just PCM. Selecting only PCM means the Biology paper is not included in the registration. This error can only be corrected during the correction window.
All official communications including admit card notifications, result alerts, and CAP counselling updates are sent to the registered email and mobile. These fields cannot be changed after submission. Verify them carefully before paying the fee.
PDF uploads are sometimes rejected when JPEG is required, and vice versa. Always check the format and size requirements in the brochure. Compress images to the required file size using free online tools before uploading.
Internet connectivity issues or session timeouts can cause a payment failure where the amount is debited from the bank but not credited to the application. In such cases, wait 24 to 48 hours for the amount to auto‑reverse. If it does not, contact the CET Cell helpdesk with the bank transaction reference number.
Many candidates pay the fee and close the browser without downloading the confirmation. The confirmation page serves as proof of registration and is essential during document verification.
The MHT CET application fee is non‑refundable under all circumstances. This applies even if:
Candidates should verify eligibility, stream selection, and all personal details thoroughly before proceeding to payment.
Candidates domiciled outside Maharashtra can apply for MHT CET. They will be considered under the All India (AI) category, competing for 15% of seats. The application process is the same. During the form, they select their state of domicile and are not required to upload a Maharashtra domicile certificate.
Outside‑Maharashtra candidates can select out‑of‑state exam centres in cities such as Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and others as listed in the information brochure. Not all cities may have centres every year; availability depends on the number of applicants from that region.
From 2026, the CET Cell introduced a two‑session format for MHT CET. Both Session 1 and Session 2 of the examination are conducted within the same application cycle, and candidates appear for both sessions under a single registration. Session 1 was held in April 2026 and Session 2 in May 2026. The best score across both sessions is considered for merit list preparation.
This change means candidates have two opportunities to improve their score without re‑registering. The application form for both sessions is submitted together through a single registration.
Once the application is submitted and the fee is paid, the next milestone is the release of the admit card, which is available for download approximately 7 to 10 days before the examination date. Candidates who applied for PCM receive the admit card for PCM sessions; those who applied for PCB receive the PCB admit card.
After the examination, the following events occur in sequence:
For exam‑day instructions and what to carry, refer to MHT CET Exam Day Guidance.
The CET Cell provides a helpdesk for technical and procedural queries related to the application form. Contact details including the helpdesk phone number and email address are published in the information brochure and on cetcell.mahacet.org. Candidates facing issues with payment, document upload, or account access should contact the helpdesk promptly since application deadlines are strict and extensions are not guaranteed.