MHT-CET 2026 Result Date, Answer Key & Your Complete Post-Exam Roadmap
If you've just finished MHT-CET 2026 Session 1 — or you're mid-way through Session 2 (PCB: May 10–11; PCM: May 12–21) — the exam anxiety has probably been replaced by a different kind of stress: the wait. When does the answer key drop? When exactly will the result be out? And what should you actually be doing in the weeks between now and CAP Round?
This guide cuts through the noise. Below you'll find the current status of every key milestone, the exact steps to check your answer key and scorecard the moment they're live, a scoring calculator you can use right now, and a concrete action plan for the weeks ahead — drawn from PredictCollege.in's analysis of 19,882+ verified CAP Round cutoff records and four years of watching students navigate this process.
⚠️ No confirmed result date as of May 12, 2026. The State CET Cell has not published a specific date yet. Based on the dual-session schedule and past timelines, the Session 1 result is expected by late May and the combined final result by late June 2026. Ignore any third-party sites claiming otherwise — cetcell.mahacet.org is the only place that matters.
MHT-CET 2026 — Full Timeline From Exam to Admission
2026 marks the first year MHT-CET runs two separate sessions, adding a new layer to the calendar. Here's every key date mapped out, with current status:
Session 1 Exam
PCM group: April 11–20, 2026 (April 12 and 14 excluded) | PCB group: April 21–26, 2026. Conducted at 226 centres statewide in Computer-Based Test (CBT) format, two shifts per day. Approximately 3.2 lakh students sat this session.
Session 2 Exam
PCB group: May 10–11, 2026 | PCM group: May 12–21, 2026 (May 16 & 17 excluded). This is the first time CET Cell has offered a second attempt within the same exam cycle. Students who sit both sessions will have their higher session percentile count toward admissions.
Provisional Answer Key & Response Sheet Release
Once Session 2 concludes, the CET Cell will publish the provisional answer key alongside individual response sheets on cetcell.mahacet.org. Students get a window — typically 3 to 7 days — to raise objections at ₹1,000 per question. Objections accepted by the expert panel are incorporated into the final key, which then drives result calculation.
MHT-CET 2026 Result Declaration
Results will be released session-wise first, then consolidated. For students who attempted both sessions, the higher of the two session percentiles becomes your official merit score. Your scorecard — available via candidate login on cetcell.mahacet.org — will show subject-wise raw marks, overall percentile, and your CRL rank.
Provisional Combined Merit List (CML)
CET Cell publishes the provisional CML across all categories and groups. Any candidate who believes their rank contains an error can raise a challenge through the official portal. A final, verified CML is published after the challenge window closes.
CAP Round 1 Registration on DTE Portal
Eligible candidates register on Maharashtra's DTE portal and complete document verification online or at facilitation centres. Choice filling opens shortly after — this is where you list every college-branch combination you want. Round 1 seat allotment is followed by Round 2 and institute-level rounds through August, with final admission by September 2026.
How to Access Your MHT-CET 2026 Answer Key — Step by Step
The process is straightforward, but it's worth walking through it in advance so you're not fumbling on the day it goes live. Everything happens at cetcell.mahacet.org:
Open the official CET Cell website
Type cetcell.mahacet.org directly into your browser. Do not click links forwarded via WhatsApp or social media — unofficial sites often mirror the look of the real portal while harvesting your login credentials or presenting incorrect answers. When in doubt, type the URL manually.
Sign in to your candidate account
Use the Email ID and Password you created when applying for MHT-CET 2026 — the same ones used to download your admit card. If you've forgotten your password, use the portal's "Forgot Password" link well before result day to avoid a last-minute scramble.
Download both your response sheet and question paper
Your response sheet is the official record of every option you selected, identified by question number. The question paper PDF carries the provisional answer key alongside each question. Download and save both files immediately — don't rely on the portal staying accessible once traffic peaks.
Calculate your estimated raw score
Cross-reference your response sheet against the answer key question by question. Apply the standard MHT-CET marking scheme: 2 marks for every correct Mathematics answer, 1 mark each for Physics and Chemistry. There is no negative marking — unattempted or wrong answers score zero, not minus anything.
Challenge any answer you believe is wrong
If you're confident a provisional answer is incorrect, you can file an objection through the designated portal link within the announced window. The fee is ₹1,000 per question, fully refunded if your objection is accepted. Subject experts review all objections — historically, a small number of answers do get revised each year, which can move final scores for many students simultaneously.
MHT-CET 2026 Score Calculator — Estimating Your Raw Marks Before the Scorecard
Once you have the answer key, use the formula below to get your raw score. Remember: this raw number is an intermediate step, not your final admission currency. The percentile on your scorecard — derived through normalization — is what actually determines your CAP Round rank.
MHT-CET 2026 Scoring Formula (PCM)
Maximum Possible = (50 × 2) + (50 × 1) + (50 × 1) = 200 marks
Incorrect or unattempted answers = 0 marks (no negative marking)
| Subject | Total Questions | Marks per Correct Answer | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 50 | 2 marks | 100 |
| Physics | 50 | 1 mark | 50 |
| Chemistry | 50 | 1 mark | 50 |
| Total | 150 | — | 200 |
📊 Your raw score is not your percentile — and the difference matters enormously. MHT-CET uses a session-level normalization formula that converts raw marks into percentile within your specific exam group and date. A candidate who scores 125 out of 200 in a harder shift may end up with a higher percentile than someone who scores 128 in an easier shift. Until the official scorecard is released, your raw score is only an estimate. Read our detailed normalization explainer to understand exactly how this calculation works.
Downloading Your MHT-CET 2026 Scorecard — What to Expect and How to Save It
On result day, cetcell.mahacet.org will bear the full load of 6 lakh+ students trying to check their scores simultaneously. Here's the smartest way to approach it:
| Step | What to Do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open cetcell.mahacet.org — bookmark it today so there's no delay on result day |
| 2 | Hit "Candidate Login" and enter your registered Email ID + Password |
| 3 | Locate the "MHT-CET 2026 Scorecard" or "Result" link on your dashboard |
| 4 | Download the scorecard as a PDF immediately and save it to at least two devices |
| 5 | Print a minimum of 4 colour copies — required for CAP Round registration, document verification, scholarship forms, and college admission records |
Your official scorecard will display: raw marks for each subject (Maths, Physics, Chemistry separately), your combined percentile score, your open-category rank, and your reservation-category rank if applicable. For every CAP Round decision — choice filling, option form, seat acceptance — use the percentile figure, not the raw marks.
✅ Beat the traffic by timing your access smartly. Past result days have seen cetcell.mahacet.org slow significantly between 9 AM and 6 PM. Your best windows are 5–7 AM or after 10 PM on result day. Download your scorecard PDF the moment you get in and save it locally — don't count on being able to re-access it immediately if the portal goes down later in the day.
MHT-CET 2026 Marks vs Percentile — What the Data Says
With the two-session format new this year, there's upward pressure on raw scores across the board — more students attempting twice means the score distribution will shift slightly compared to 2024–25. The table below uses PredictCollege.in's adjusted estimates based on previous year data and session difficulty modelling. Treat these as planning ranges, not guarantees.
| Raw Score (out of 200) | Estimated Percentile | Approx. CRL Rank Range |
|---|---|---|
| 155 and above | 99.3 – 99.8 %ile | ~1,200 – 4,200 |
| 135 – 154 | 98.0 – 99.3 %ile | ~4,200 – 12,000 |
| 120 – 134 | 95.5 – 98.0 %ile | ~12,000 – 27,000 |
| 105 – 119 | 92.0 – 95.5 %ile | ~27,000 – 48,000 |
| 90 – 104 | 86.0 – 92.0 %ile | ~48,000 – 84,000 |
| 75 – 89 | 78.0 – 86.0 %ile | ~84,000 – 1,32,000 |
| 60 – 74 | 66.0 – 78.0 %ile | ~1,32,000 – 2,04,000 |
| Below 60 | Below 66 %ile | Above 2,04,000 |
⚠️ Session difficulty can shift your percentile by 3–6 points for the same raw score. A student who scores 110 marks in a particularly tough PCM slot may end up with a higher percentile than someone scoring 115 in an easier slot. Never use estimated percentile ranges to make final CAP Round choices — wait for your official declared percentile.
The 4–6 Week Window Before Results: How to Use It Productively
Here's an uncomfortable truth: the students who come out of CAP Round with the best outcomes relative to their percentile aren't necessarily the smartest — they're the best prepared. The gap between Session 2 ending and results being declared is one of the most valuable planning windows of your entire admission journey. Here's how to use it.
Start collecting CAP Round documents immediately
Income certificates, caste validity certificates, NCL (Non-Creamy Layer) certificates, domicile certificates — many of these take 2 to 4 weeks to obtain through government offices. Starting this process only after results are declared means you'll be chasing paperwork when you should be focused on choice filling. Our detailed CAP Round document checklist tells you exactly what's needed and where to get it.
Explore your likely college options using your estimated score
You don't need your official percentile to start researching. Plug your estimated percentile into the PredictCollege.in predictor and start exploring the 856+ colleges across Maharashtra. Filter by branch preference, city, and category to build a realistic preliminary shortlist. Once your official scorecard is out, you can refine the list in minutes — rather than starting from scratch under time pressure.
Register on MahaDBT and NSP for scholarship access
Government scholarships for engineering students — including EBC, OBC, and SC/ST post-matric scholarships — require active accounts on mahadbtmahait.gov.in (MahaDBT) and scholarships.gov.in (NSP). Application windows open in August–September and close fast. Creating and verifying your accounts now — before the post-result rush — keeps you ready to apply the day windows open. See our full Maharashtra engineering scholarship guide.
Study how the CAP Round choice form actually works
Your percentile gets you into the room. Your choice form determines which seat you walk away with. The allotment algorithm is preference-first — meaning a lower-ranked choice is only considered if all higher-ranked choices are unavailable. Many students fill the form defensively and end up undershooting their actual potential. Learning the three-tier strategy and the most common mistakes now gives you a significant edge. Start with our complete CAP choice filling strategy guide.
Check whether TFWS or EWS applies to you
If your household income is below ₹8 lakh per annum, you may qualify for the Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS) or EWS reservation — both of which can dramatically expand the set of colleges accessible at your percentile. These seats appear on the choice form as separate options, and students who don't know to look for them simply miss them. Review the TFWS guide and EWS reservation guide now so you're informed from Day 1 of choice filling.
Don't Wait for Results to Start Planning
Use your estimated percentile today to explore 856+ colleges across Maharashtra — filtered by branch, city, and category. Update with your official percentile the moment results are declared for your final shortlist.
Open College Predictor →Frequently Asked Questions — MHT-CET 2026 Result & Answer Key
When will MHT-CET 2026 result be declared?
No official result date has been published as of May 12, 2026. The CET Cell's past timelines and the new two-session format point to Session 1 results by late May 2026 and the combined final result (best of both sessions) by late June 2026. These are informed estimates based on available information — the official announcement will appear on cetcell.mahacet.org.
Will the MHT-CET 2026 answer key be released before Session 2 ends?
Almost certainly not. CET Cell has indicated the answer key for Session 1 will only be released once Session 2 concludes on May 21, 2026 — this prevents any information advantage for Session 2 candidates. Unlike JEE Main, which has a much longer buffer between sessions, MHT-CET's two sessions run in quick succession. Keep checking cetcell.mahacet.org from May 22 onwards.
Will Session 1 and Session 2 results be published separately?
Based on current reports, yes — the CET Cell is expected to release session-wise results before publishing the final combined merit list. The merit list used for CAP Round will reflect the better of your two session percentiles. Exact sequencing hasn't been officially confirmed, so watch cetcell.mahacet.org for the formal schedule.
Is there a minimum qualifying mark to be eligible for CAP Round 2026?
No. MHT-CET 2026 does not have a cutoff mark for eligibility. Any student who appeared and scored at least one mark receives a scorecard and is entitled to register for CAP Round. Which colleges you can actually access depends purely on your percentile rank relative to all other candidates — there is no binary pass/fail threshold.
How exactly does the "best of two sessions" calculation work?
The CET Cell normalizes each session's raw scores independently into percentiles. If you appeared in both sessions, your final merit list position is determined by the higher of your two session percentiles — not an average, and not a combined score. So if Session 1 gave you 89 percentile and Session 2 gave you 94 percentile, your CAP Round merit rank is built on 94 percentile. There is no penalty for performing worse in one session.
Is cetcell.mahacet.org the only official website for MHT-CET results?
Yes, without exception. All official MHT-CET 2026 activity — answer keys, result declarations, scorecard downloads, merit lists, CAP Round notifications — is published exclusively on cetcell.mahacet.org. Be very cautious with any link not pointing to this exact domain. The CET Cell does not partner with third-party apps, coaching institute portals, or social media accounts to release results early or officially.
The stretch between Session 2 ending and your result being declared may feel like dead time, but it's actually one of the most consequential periods of your entire admission journey. Students who use it to collect documents, learn the CAP Round system, and map out realistic college options consistently do better than those who wait passively — regardless of percentile.
Bookmark this page for live updates as milestones are reached. The moment the official answer key and result go live, head to the PredictCollege.in college predictor with your official percentile for a complete, data-backed list of your CAP Round 2026 options.