The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell) has extended application deadlines for multiple entrance exams, including MHT CET for engineering and nursing programs. The new deadline for registering for nursing, B.Ed, M.Ed, M.P.Ed, and other courses is March 16 .
Application Deadline Extension
The CET Cell announced the deadline extension for several 2026 state entrance exams. These include the MHT CET for engineering (PCM/PCB), nursing (B.Sc Nursing & GNM), and diploma courses. Extensions were granted due to candidate requests and for academic reasons.
Candidates must complete online registration and fee payment by the revised dates. Applications are valid only after successful payment.
Revised Application and Exam Dates
The CET Cell has released updated timelines for registration, fee payment, and tentative exam dates. Specific deadlines vary by course.
| Course | Registration End Date | Fee Payment End Date | Tentative Exam Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| MHT CET 2026 (PCM/PCB) – Final Extension | February 24 (Regular) February 27 (Late with Rs 500 fee) |
February 24 (Regular) February 27 (Late with Rs 500 fee) |
April 11-26 (First Attempt) May 10-17 (Second Attempt) |
| MH-Nursing CET 2026 (B.Sc Nursing & GNM) | March 16 | March 16 | May 6-7 |
| MH-DPN/PHN CET 2026 | March 16 | March 16 | Not confirmed |
| M.P.Ed, M.Ed, B.Ed (General & Special) & B.Ed ELCT CET 2026 | February 27 | February 27 | Not confirmed |
Exam Format
The MHT CET is an online Computer-Based Test. It features multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with four answer options. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers. The exam duration is 180 minutes (three hours) per group.
APAAR ID Requirement
Candidates must generate an APAAR ID through DigiLocker. This ID is required before filling out the application form.