MHT CET 2025 Eligibility Criteria (Released) - Check Age Limit, Marks Required, No of Attempts, Important Factor

Updated By Dipanjana Sengupta on 17 Jan, 2025 13:24

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MHT CET 2025 Eligibility Criteria

MHT CET Eligibility Criteria 2025 is released by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Government of Maharashtra. According to the latest MHT CET 205 eligibility criteria, candidates who have qualified 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology are eligible to appear for the MHT CET 2025. However, along with the subjects, candidates must have to secure at least 45% marks in the exam.

The eligibility criteria for the MHT CET 2025 comprise the following: nationality, age limit, qualifying exam performance, category of the candidate, etc. Check the complete details of the MHT CET eligibility criteria 2025 in the article below. Candidates must keep in mind that they will not be considered for final admission unless they meet the eligibility criteria laid down by the conducting body. Before filling out the application form for MHT CET 2025, candidates must carefully cross-check the age limit, academic qualification, and other eligibility norms.

LATEST - MHT CET 2025 Mock Test Link is released by the Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell on the official website at mahacet.org.

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MHT CET 2025 Eligibility Highlights

Candidates must check the MHT CET Eligibility Criteria 2025 highlights, as it will provide insight into the exam as well as eligibility criteria. Check the MHT CET eligibility 2025 highlights in the table below:

Particulars

Details

Exam Name

Maharashtra Common Entrance Test

Conducting body

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra

Eligibility Requirements 

  • Nationality
  • Age
  • Educational Qualification
  • Minimum Marks Requirement

Official Website

cetcell.mahacet.org

MHT CET 2025 Eligibility Criteria for Maharashtra State Candidature

There are various categories of candidates belonging to the state of Maharashtra with respect to the MHT CET eligibility criteria. The categories have been discussed below.

Candidature Type

Eligibility Criteria

Type A

  • Candidates who have qualified the SSC as well as the HSC, Bachelor of Science, or Engineering Degree exams from a recognized school in the state of Maharashtra. Candidate who was either born in the state of Maharashtra or has their primary residence there.

Type B

  • A candidate who does not adhere to Type A but whose mother or father is from the state of Maharashtra.

Type C

  • Candidates who do not fit into Type A or Type B but whose mother or father is employed in the government of India, or a governmental-affiliated enterprise are classified. Before the last date of submitting the MHT CET application form, one or both parents must be assigned and reported to duty in Maharashtra.

Type D

  • Candidates who do not adhere to Types A, B, or C but whose parents are either currently employed by or have retired from the Government of Maharashtra or a Government of Maharashtra Undertaking

Type E

  • Candidates who qualified the SSC and/or HSC exams from an accredited institute in the disputed Maharashtra-Karnataka Border Area and whose mother tongue is Marathi.

MHT CET 2025 Eligibility For B.Tech/B.E

The eligibility criteria for candidates aspiring for B.Tech admission through MHT CET 2025 can be checked below -

Maharashtra State Candidature Candidate

  • Applicant must be a citizen of India.

  • Applicants should have passed HSC (10+2) or its equivalent exam with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with Chemistry or Biotechnology or Biology or Technical Vocational subjects and should have marks percentage (as notified by the Government from time to time) in these subjects.

  • Applicants who have passed the Diploma in Engineering and Technology (50% marks for the General category and 45% for Backward classes & PwD) and should have a Maharashtra domicile are also eligible.

  • Candidate should have passed B.Sc. Degree from a recognized university (50% marks for General category and 45% for Backward classes & PwD) as defined by UGC and passed XII standard with Mathematics as a subject (Maharashtra domicile)

All India Candidature Candidates, Jammu, and Kashmir Migrant Candidature Candidates

  • The applicant should be a citizen of India.

  • Applicant should have passed HSC(10+2) or its equivalent exam with Mathematics and Physics as a compulsory subject along with one of the Chemistry or Biology or Biotechnology or Technical or Vocational subjects and should have at least scored the required percentage of marks in the above subjects taken together.

For NRI, OCI, PIO, Children of Workers in Gulf Countries

  • Candidates should have passed the HSC or its equivalent examination with Physics & Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with any one of the following subjects - Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology or Technical or Vocational subjects, and obtained at least 50 % marks in the above subjects taken together.

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MHT CET 2025 Eligibility Criteria for B.Pharma

The eligibility criteria for candidates aspiring to get admission in B.Pharma course through MHT CET 2025 is as follows -

Maharashtra State Candidature Candidates and All India Candidature Candidates

  •  The applicant should be a citizen of India

  •  Applicant should have passed HSC (10+2) or its equivalent exam with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with Mathematics or Biology or Biotechnology and should have obtained at least the required percentage of marks (as notified by the Government from time to time) in the above subjects taken together

  • Applicants should have obtained a score in MHT-CET 2025

MHT CET 2025 Eligibility For Pharma-D First Year

The eligibility criteria of the Pharma.D course for admission through MHT CET is as follows -

Maharashtra State Candidature and All India Candidature Candidates

  • The applicant applying for MHT CET 2025 should be a citizen of India

  • Applicants should have passed HSC(10+2) or its equivalent exam with compulsory subjects Physics and Chemistry with one of the Mathematics or Biology or Biotechnology and should have obtained at least the required percentage (as notified by the Government from time to time) in the above subjects taken together

OR

  • Applicant should have passed Diploma Course in Pharmacy from institutes of State Board affiliated and should have an approval of competent central authority and State Government and should have obtained at least the required percentage of marks

  • Applicants should have at least 50% marks in the MHT-CET 2025

MHT CET Eligibility Criteria 2025 for Direct Admission

The MHT CET eligibility criteria for direct admission has been enumerated below.

  • NRI/OCI/PIO children or the children of Foreign National or Indian workers in the Gulf countries are not required to appear for the MHT CET 2025 exam. However, candidates belonging to Maharashtra State Candidature or Minority Candidature have to appear in MHT CET 2025 for securing admission in BE/BTech courses.
  • All India candidates may or may not appear for the MHT CET 2025 exam because JEE Main scores shall be preferred over MHT CET 2025 scores for providing admission into BE/BTech courses.
  • Candidates belonging to the Maharashtra State Candidature, Minority Candidature and All India Candidature have to appear in MHT CET 2025 for securing admission into BPharm/PharmD courses.

It is compulsory for all the candidates to comply with the MHT CET 2025 eligibility criteria before taking admission across the institutes of Maharashtra. In case of failing to meet any MHT CET 2025 eligibility conditions at the time of admission, their candidature may get cancelled.

MHT CET Eligibility Criteria 2025 for Minority

The candidate from a particular religious or linguistic community notified by the Maharashtra government will be eligible for the MHT CET 2025 minority category. Check the detailed MHT CET 2025 eligibility criteria for minorities below:

  • The domicile of the candidates must be from Maharashtra-Karnataka disputed borders 
  • Candidates must have completed 10+2 from school situated in the disputed borders of Karnataka and Maharashtra 
  • For admission in the minority category through MHT CET 2025, candidates have to produce the domicile certificate from the School or College Principal/Headmasters
  • The candidate must have studied Marathi as a compulsory subject 

MHT CET Eligibility 2025 for Wards of Defence Personnel

The wards of the defence personnel are eligible to appear for the MHT CET 2025 exam. Check the detailed eligibility criteria for the Wards of Defence personnel to get admission through MHT CET 2025 below:

  • The candidate must be a spouse, child or ward of a retired defence personnel who is resident of Maharashtra
  • Candidates must be a spouse, child or war of defence personnel who have been transferred to Maharashtra.

MHT CET 2025 Eligibility Criteria for PwD

The personnel who belong to the PwD category can check the eligibility criteria below:

Candidates have to produce PWd certificates that ensure that disability is not less than 40% 

  • Candidates who want to get admission in Pharma courses must have completed 10+2 with biology 
  • Female candidates are not eligible for mining engineering

MHT CET 2025 Eligibility Criteria: Documents Required

Candidates who want to get admission have to fill out the application form and require documents while filling out the application form and taking admission. Check the documents required for the MHT CET 2025 below:

  • Caste Certificate (If applicable)
  • Tribe Certificate (If applicable)
  • Domicile certificate 
  • EWS Certificate (If Applicable)
  • PwD Certificate (If Applicable)
  • Certificate for Defence Personnel ward produced by Defence Cadre 
  • Bank details for scholarship
  • Experience Certificate & No Obligation Certificate for Working Professionals 

MHT CET Application Form 2025

Candidates must thoroughly go through the MHT CET eligibility criteria 2025 before commencing the application process to avoid rejection at a later stage. The MHT CET application process 2025 comprises registration, filling of the application form, uploading documents, paying the fee, and printing the final application form are the steps for filling out the MHT CET application form 2025.Candidates should follow the steps mentioned below to fill the MHT CET application form 2025. 

  • Step 1: Register with personal details (Aadhaar and Non-Aadhaar) 
  • Step 2: Complete the online application form with personal and academic details
  • Step 3: Upload the scanned documents as per specifications
  • Step 4: Pay the application fee in online mode 
  • Step 5: Review the MHT CET 2025 Application form and submit the form
  • Step 6: Save the application receipt for future reference

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FAQs about MHT-CET Eligibility

What are MHT CET Eligibility Criteria 2025 for Direct Admission?

The eligibility criteria for direct admission to MHT CET indicates that NRI/OCI/PIO children, as well as children of foreign nationals or Indian workers in Gulf countries, are exempt from taking the MHT CET exam for BE/BTech courses. However, candidates from Maharashtra State Candidature or Minority Candidature must appear for the exam to secure admission. All India candidates have the option to take the exam, but JEE Main scores are preferred for BE/BTech admissions. For BPharm/PharmD courses, candidates from Maharashtra State, Minority Candidature, and All India Candidature are required to take the MHT CET. All candidates need to meet the MHT CET eligibility criteria before seeking admission in Maharashtra; failure to do so may lead to the cancellation of their candidature.
 

What are MHT CET 2025 Eligibility Criteria for B.Pharma Courses for All India Candidature Candidates?

MHT CET 2025 qualification criteria for B.Pharma programs for All India Candidature Candidates states that the applicant must be an Indian citizen. The applicant must have completed HSC (10+2) or an equivalent examination with Physics and Chemistry as mandatory subjects, along with either Mathematics or Biology or Biotechnology, and should have achieved at least the minimum percentage of marks (as specified by the Government periodically) in these subjects when combined. Additionally, candidates must have secured a score in MHT CET 2025.
 

What are MHT CET 2025 Eligibility Criteria for B.Pharma Courses for Maharashtra State Candidature Candidates?

MHT CET 2025 Eligibility Criteria for B.Pharma Courses for Maharashtra State Candidature Candidates include the applicant should be a citizen of India. Applicant should have passed HSC (10+2) or its equivalent exam with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with Mathematics Biology or Biotechnology and should have obtained at least the required percentage of marks (as notified by the Government from time to time) in the above subjects taken together. Applicants should have obtained a score in MHT CET 2025.
 

What are MHT CET 2025 Eligibility Criteria of BTech courses for NRI, OCI, PIO, and Children of Workers in Gulf Countries?

MHT CET 2025 Eligibility Criteria of BTech courses for NRI, OCI, PIO, and Children of Workers in Gulf Countries requires candidates should have passed the HSC or its equivalent examination with Physics & Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with any one of the following subjects - Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology or Technical or Vocational subjects, and obtained at least 50 % marks in the above subjects taken together.
 

What are MHT CET 2025 Eligibility Criteria of BTech courses for All India Candidature Candidates, Jammu, and Kashmir Migrant Candidature Candidates?

MHT CET 2025 Eligibility Criteria of BTech courses for All India Candidature Candidates, Jammu, and Kashmir Migrant Candidature Candidates requires the applicant should be a citizen of India. Applicant should have passed HSC(10+2) or its equivalent exam with Mathematics and Physics as a compulsory subject along with one of the Chemistry or Biology or Biotechnology or Technical or Vocational subjects and should have at least scored the required percentage of marks in the above subjects taken together.
 

What are MHT CET 2025 Eligibility Criteria of BTech courses for Maharashtra State Candidature?

Applicants must be citizens of India and should have passed the HSC (10+2) or its equivalent exam with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with either Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or Technical/Vocational subjects, meeting the percentage criteria set by the Government. Those with a Diploma in Engineering and Technology are also eligible, requiring 50% marks for the General category and 45% for Backward classes and PwD, along with a Maharashtra domicile. Additionally, candidates who hold a B.Sc. degree from a recognized university, with the same percentage requirements based on category, and have completed XII standard with Mathematics as a subject, are eligible provided they have a Maharashtra domicile.
 

What are the PwD eligibility criteria for MHT CET 2025?

Candidates must have a PwD certificate that ensures disability is not less than 40% to be eligible for the MHT CET 2025 exam. 

 

Do I have to submit the OBC NCL certificate to appear for MHT CET 2025?

If you belong to the OBC NCL category, then you have to provide the caste certificate for non creamy layer. A candidate who will not be able to produce the caste certificate then will be considered as an unreserved category or their candidature can be cancelled for admission

What are the documents required to fill out the MHT CET application form?

Check the documents required to fill out the MHT CET application form below:

  • aste Certificate (If applicable)
  • Tribe Certificate (If applicable)
  • Domicile certificate 
  • EWS Certificate (If Applicable)
  • PwD Certificate (If Applicable)
  • Certificate for Defence Personnel ward produced by Defence Cadre 
  • Bank details for scholarship
  • Experience Certificate & No Obligation Certificate for Working Professionals 

Is a PCB student eligible for the MHT CET exam?

Candidates must be graduates of the Maharashtra State Board's qualifying class 12 exam or from an approved institute with PCB or PCM subjects.

 

Which candidates are eligible to appear for the MHT CET exam?

Candidates who have qualified the SSC as well as the HSC, Bachelor of Science, or Engineering Degree exams from a recognized school in the state of Maharashtra are eligible for MHT CET. Candidates who were either born in Maharashtra or has their primary residence there can apply for MHT CET.

What are the minimum mark requirements to apply for MHT CET 2025?

You need a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in class 12th. If you are appearing in 12th then also you are eligible to apply but you have to provide the provisional mark sheet of the same as during the time of admission.

 

I will complete my qualifying exam (HSC / 12th Board exam) in March 2025, will I be eligible to apply for MHT CET 2025?

Yes, you are eligible to apply for MHT CET 2025, but you have to provide your provisional mark sheet of class 12th during the time of admission.

What is the age limit for MHT CET 2025?

There is no particular age limit for MHT CET 2025.

Can candidates from outside Maharashtra appear for MHT CET 2025?

Yes, candidates outside Maharashtra can appear for the MHT CET 2025 examination.

 

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