The exam for MHT CET PCM 2026 has commenced at various centers in Maharashtra. Several aspirants of engineering have registered for the entrance test organized by the State CET Cell.
Through this article, one will be able to get real-time information about the exam pattern, difficulty level, and answer keys of the test.
MHT CET 2026 PCM Exam Key Highlights
- Exam conducted in online (CBT) mode
- Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
- Total duration: 180 minutes
- Conducted in multiple shifts daily
- Over 4.7 lakh students appeared in the first phase
MHT CET Official Website
MHT CET PCM 2026 Exam Schedule
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Start Date | April 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test |
| Sessions | Multiple shifts per day |
| Second Attempt | May 2026 |
The exam is being held in two phases, giving students a chance to improve their scores.
Paper Analysis (PCM)
Overall Difficulty Level
- Easy to Moderate
- Some shifts reported time-consuming Maths section
Subject-wise Analysis
Physics
- Mostly formula-based questions
- Topics included: Magnetic field, rotation, and modern physics
- Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Chemistry
- Direct questions from NCERT
- Focus on organic and physical chemistry
- Difficulty: Easy
Mathematics
- Lengthy calculations
- Questions required speed and accuracy
- Difficulty: Moderate
As per trends, the paper was balanced but required time management.
MHT CET 2026 Question Paper Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 50 | 1 mark each |
| Chemistry | 50 | 1 mark each |
| Mathematics | 50 | 2 marks each |
- Total Marks: 200
- No negative marking
- 20% questions from Class 11 & 80% from Class 12
MHT CET 2026 Answer Key
The MHT CET 2026 answer key (PCM) will be released soon on the official website.
- Available in two phases (provisional + final)
- Candidates can raise objections against the provisional key
- Response sheet and question paper will also be released
Good Attempts (Expected)
| Section | Good Attempts |
|---|---|
| Physics | 35–40 |
| Chemistry | 40–45 |
| Mathematics | 30–35 |
Note: These are expected ranges based on student feedback.
The exam of MHT CET PCM 2026 is being carried out well with an average level of difficulty. Candidates are advised to assess themselves based on the answer key and question paper that will be published later. Proper preparation can definitely fetch a good rank.