The introduction of a second attempt for MHT CET marks a significant change in the examination process, allowing 4,92,383 students more opportunities to improve their scores starting May 9, 2026.
This year is notable as it is the first time the CET Cell has introduced two attempts for these entrance exams. In the first attempt, 8,96,236 students registered, with 8,33,482 appearing, resulting in an attendance rate of 92.99%.
The second attempt will also include the MBA/MMS CET on May 9 for 53,931 candidates. The PCB group exam is scheduled for May 10 and 11 for 1,16,538 students, while the PCM group exam will run from May 12 to May 21 for 3,21,914 candidates.
The higher percentile score will be considered for admission if a candidate appears for both attempts. A score of 100 marks in MHT CET is expected to correspond to a percentile range of around 88 to 92 for PCM and 85 to 90 for PCB.
Candidates can download the MHT CET 2026 Answer Key and response sheet from cetcell.mahacet.org. The official release of the answer key session is expected by May 2.
The CET Cell has officially confirmed that the MBA answer keys will be available on that date. These changes aim to enhance fairness and provide students with multiple chances to succeed.
