MHT CET Exam Date 2025: The complete syllabus for Class 12 in physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics has been outlined for the CET exam. Additionally, topics from Class 11 and the marking scheme are included.
NEW DELHI: The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell has released the syllabus, exam pattern, and marking scheme for the MHT CET for the academic year 2025-26, covering fields such as engineering and technology, pharmacy, BPlanning, and master’s programs. The Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET 2025) also facilitates admissions into MBA, MCA, law, and various other courses.
The Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET) is a state-level entrance examination conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra. It is held for students seeking admission to various undergraduate programs in engineering, pharmacy, and agriculture in colleges and universities across the state of Maharashtra. The exam is a crucial gateway for aspiring candidates to secure seats in B.Tech, B.Pharm, B.Sc Agriculture, and other allied courses.
The MHT CET is typically held once a year, and it is designed to assess a candidate’s proficiency in subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology, based on the Class 11 and Class 12 syllabus of Maharashtra State Board. The exam aims to evaluate the candidates’ understanding, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities, making it one of the most competitive exams in the state.
The MHT CET is conducted in online mode and consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs). It offers candidates an opportunity to gain admission to some of the top engineering and pharmacy institutes in Maharashtra, making it an essential exam for students looking to build a career in the technical or healthcare sectors.
Overall, the MHT CET serves as a crucial step in shaping the academic futures of students aspiring for a professional degree in Maharashtra.
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The MHT CET 2025 question paper will align with the syllabus set by the State Council of Educational Research and Training, Maharashtra, and will match the difficulty level of the Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main 2025). Detailed subject-wise syllabus and exam pattern information has been made available on the official website, cetcell.mahacet.org.
For the MHT CET engineering syllabus 2025, the question paper will allocate approximately 20% of its weight to the Class 11 curriculum, while the remaining 80% will focus on the Class 12 syllabus.
According to the CET Cell, there will be no negative marking; however, the difficulty level will be comparable to that of JEE (Main) for Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, while the Biology section will align with NEET standards. The questions will primarily focus on application-based scenarios.
The MHT CET 2025 question paper will feature three sections of multiple-choice questions (MCQs), with each section carrying a total of 100 marks-
Exam Paper Details
| Paper and Subject | Number of MCQs based on Class 11 | Number of MCQs based on Class 12 | Marks per Question | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 – Mathematics | 10 | 40 | 2 | 90 minutes |
| Paper 2 – Physics | 10 | 40 | 1 | 90 minutes |
| Paper 2 – Chemistry | 10 | 40 | 1 | 90 minutes |
| Paper 3 – Biology | 20 | 80 | 1 | 90 minutes |
| Total | 50 | 200 | 300 |
MHT CET syllabus 2025
The state educational board has outlined the complete syllabus for Class 12, covering subjects such as physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics. Below is the syllabus for Class 11, which is relevant for the engineering entrance examination-
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Physics | Vectors, Error Analysis, Motion in a plane, Laws of Motion, Gravitation, Thermal properties of matter, Sound, Optics, Electrostatics, Semiconductors |
| Chemistry | Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry, Structure of Atom, Chemical Bonding, Redox Reactions, Elements of Group 1 and 2, States of Matter (Gaseous and Liquids), Adsorption and Colloids (Surface Chemistry), Hydrocarbons, Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry, Chemistry in Everyday Life |
| Mathematics | Trigonometry II, Straight Line, Circle, Probability, Complex Numbers, Permutations and Combinations, Functions, Limits, Continuity, Conic Sections |
| Biology | Biomolecules, Respiration and Energy Transfer, Human Nutrition, Excretion and Osmoregulation |
