MHT CET 2026 Second Attempt Exam Dates Out; Exams From May 10

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has released the notification for MHT CET 2026 second attempt examination schedule. The PCB group candidates will appear for their exams on May 10-11, 2026, while the PCM group candidates will take the examination from May 12-21, 2026, excluding May 16-17.

All candidates are advised to visit the official website cetcell.mahacet.org regularly for updates regarding admit cards and other critical instructions. The second attempt of MHT CET 2026 is being conducted for candidates who wish to improve their scores from the first attempt held in April 2026.

This examination is crucial for engineering and pharmacy aspirants seeking admission to premier institutes across Maharashtra.

The exam will be conducted in multiple shifts across various examination centers, and candidates must verify their admit card details, including examination center, date, time, and personal information before appearing for the test.

MHT CET 2026 Important Exam Dates

How to Download MHT CET 2026 Second Attempt Admit Card?

1. Visit the official website at cetcell.mahacet.org
2. Click on the link for “MHT CET 2026 Admit Card (Second Attempt)” on the homepage
3. Log in using the registered email ID and password
4. After login, the admit card will be displayed on the screen
5. Download the admit card and take a printout for exam day

Candidates must carefully verify all details mentioned on the admit card. Check name, photograph, signature, exam date, shift, and exam centre. In case of any discrepancy, report it to the authorities immediately. Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card to the examination centre. It is advisable to download the admit card well in advance to avoid last-minute technical issues.

MHT CET 2026 Exam Format

The MHT CET 2026 second attempt will follow the same format as the first attempt, with examinations conducted in multiple shifts throughout the scheduled dates.

The PCB group includes Physics, Chemistry, and Biology subjects, while the PCM group comprises Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. 

Each subject will have a designated examination time, and candidates must report to their assigned examination centers at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time to complete the entry process and verification procedures.

MHT CET 2026 Preparation

With the second attempt scheduled for May, candidates have adequate time to strengthen their preparation and focus on the weak areas identified during the first attempt.

Educational experts recommend that candidates review their first attempt performance, analyze question patterns, and practice previous years' question papers to improve accuracy and speed.

Time management during the examination is critical, so candidates should practice solving papers within the stipulated time frame and maintain a calm, focused approach during the actual examination.

What’s Next for Students

After the completion of the second attempt examination, the CET Cell will release the answer keys for candidate verification and objection submission. The final results will be declared after considering objections and completing the evaluation process.

Following result declaration, the counselling process will commence for eligible candidates to secure admission to engineering and pharmacy colleges across Maharashtra based on their merit rank and choice of institutes.

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