Maharashtra Engineering Aspirants Await MHT CET 2027 Exam Schedule

Engineering aspirants across Maharashtra are currently awaiting the official announcement of the MHT CET 2027 examination dates. The anticipation follows the recent release of the academic calendars for both the JEE Main 2027 session and the Maharashtra Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) board examinations, which have set the stage for a busy testing season in early 2027.

While the State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has yet to issue a formal notification regarding the specific dates for MHT CET 2027, preliminary expectations suggest a potential shift in the testing window. According to statements from CET Cell Commissioner Dileep Sardesai, the first attempt for the entrance test is tentatively being considered for the period between December 15, 2026, and January 15, 2027.

Exam Timeline and Student Impact

The proposed timeline for the first attempt of MHT CET 2027 is significant as it would place the state-level entrance exam before the commencement of the JEE Main January session and the Maharashtra HSC board exams. The National Testing Agency has confirmed that the JEE Main 2027 session 1 is scheduled to begin on January 22, 2027. Meanwhile, the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education has announced that the Class 12 HSC written examinations will take place from February 8 to March 16, 2027.

For students currently in Class 12, the scheduling of these examinations is a critical factor in their academic planning. In addition to the written board exams, the Maharashtra State Board has scheduled practical, oral, and internal assessments to occur between January 20 and February 6, 2027. If the MHT CET first attempt is finalized within the proposed December-to-January window, it would allow students to complete one round of the state entrance test before the intense period of board examinations begins.

Looking Ahead to the Second Attempt

Beyond the first attempt, the State CET Cell is expected to conduct a second attempt for MHT CET 2027 in April 2027. This multi-session approach is designed to provide students with flexibility, though the exact dates for both sessions remain subject to official confirmation from the authorities. As of now, the State CET Cell has not released a finalized calendar, leaving students to rely on these projected timelines while they balance their preparation for national-level engineering entrance exams, state board requirements, and the MHT CET.

Students and parents are advised to monitor the official website of the State CET Cell for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding the registration process, examination dates, and any changes to the testing schedule. Until an official notice is published, the current dates for the first and second attempts remain classified as expected rather than confirmed.