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The MHT CET exam has 3 papers- Maths, Physics & Chemistry, and Biology. However, there are only 2 sections in the exam. For the PCM group, the two sections are Paper 1 (Maths) and Paper 2 (Physics and Chemistry). For the PCB group, the two sections are Paper 2 (Physics and Chemistry) and Paper 3 (Biology). 

As per the MHT CET 2026 exam pattern, the test will be conducted in online mode (CBT) having only MCQs. The exam consists of three papers (PCM/PCB) with 90 minutes each, totalling 100 marks per paper. There is no negative marking. Mathematics questions are worth 2 marks each, while Physics, Chemistry, and Biology are worth 1 mark each.

The CET Cell will now conduct the MHT CET exam twice a year, similar to the JEE Mains exam. With this, the authorities aim to provide candidates another chance to improve their scores without wasting a year.

Biology or Paper 3 is not compulsory for PCM group students, though it will be tested for the PCB group aspirants. Thus, it is important to choose your subjects carefully, depending on the course you seek admission into. Candidates can also apply for both groups, thus making biology compulsory in such a case.

The MHT CET 2026 exam is conducted for a total of 200 marks for both PCM and PCB marks. The MHT CET exam is conducted for 3 papers- Maths (Paper 1), Physics and Chemistry (Paper 2) and Biology (Paper 3) and each for 100 marks. Paper 2 is common for both groups.

The MHT CET 2026 exam will be conducted in online mode as a computer-based test. Candidates have to select the correct answers on their computer screens. The exam will be held at various test centres across the state.

The MHT CET 2026 syllabus is based on the syllabus of State Council Of Educational Research And Training,  Maharashtra for classes 11th and 12th. The complete syllabus of class 12th and a select few topics from class 11th together make up the MHT CET syllabus.

The duration of the MHT CET 2026 exam is 180 minutes for both the PCM and PCB groups. The papers 1 and 3, Maths & Biology, are for 90 minutes each, while paper 2, for Physics and Chemistry, is 90 minutes taken together.

Admission to the PGDM courses in IPE Hyderabad are based on merit. Students from the ST/SC category are given relaxation in the eligibility criteria. While the eligibility criteria for General category students is 50% aggregate and above in Bachelor's degree, students from ST/SC category who score 45% and above in Bachelor's degree are eligible to apply for PGDM courses in IPE Hyderabad.

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