The registration deadline for the MAH CET 2026 examination has been extended to March 18, 2026 . This extension applies to admissions for the 2026–2027 academic year for several undergraduate professional courses. The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, announced the revised deadline on March 4, 2026.
MAH CET 2026: Extended Registration
The extension provides additional time for eligible applicants to apply. The MAH CET 2026 is a unified entrance exam for programs including Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA), Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS), and Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT). The deadline also covers five-year integrated MBA and MCA programs.
As of the initial deadline, 56,723 students had registered. The CET Cell expects this number to increase with the extended application period.
Key Dates and Deadlines
The MAH CET 2026 exam dates remain unchanged. The entrance tests are scheduled to take place from April 28 to April 30, 2026 . The table below outlines the revised registration schedule.
| Course Category | Original Deadline | New Extended Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| BBA / BCA / BMS / BBMM | March 4, 2026 | March 18, 2026 |
| BHMCT (Hotel Management) | March 4, 2026 | March 18, 2026 |
| Integrated MBA / MCA (5-Year) | March 4, 2026 | March 18, 2026 |
Application Process and Fees
Interested students should visit the official website at cetcell.mahacet.org . Applicants must complete the online application form and pay the required fees before the March 18 deadline.
The application fee for general candidates is ₹1000 . Reserved category candidates must pay ₹800 .
APAAR ID Advisory
Creating an APAAR ID using DigiLocker is strongly recommended. This can expedite verification processes. However, the CET Cell states that an APAAR ID is not mandatory to complete the application this year. This is a contingency for potential technical issues.
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply:
- Go to the official website: cetcell.mahacet.org .
- Navigate to the ‘Candidate Registration A.Y. 2026-27’ section.
- Register or log in with existing credentials.
- Fill in accurate academic and course preference details.
- Upload required documents, including a photograph and signature.
- Make the online payment.
- Download the confirmation page after successful payment.