MHT CET 2025 Syllabus pdf has been released by the Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell. The candidates can download MHT CET Syllabus PDF PCM and PCB 2025 from the table below.
The syllabus of MHT CET includes four subjects - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology. As per the MHT CET Syllabus 2025 Weightage PCM and PCB, all topics of class 12 will be covered in the exam whereas from class 11, only a few topics will be covered.Â
The syllabus of MHT CET is similar to the class 11 and 12 syllabus released by the Maharashtra Board. As per the MHT CET syllabus 2025 with weightage PCM and PCB prescribed by the Maharashtra CET Cell, 20 percent weightage is given to the Class 11 topics and the remaining 80 percent to the Class 12 topics of the Maharashtra board.Â
Candidates can check the MHT CET syllabus pdf for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology here. Candidates applying for engineering courses must appear in the Mathematics part while those applying for pharmacy courses need to appear in the Biology part. MHT CET 2025 exam date for engineering will be announced soon. Read more to know about the MHT CET syllabus 2025.
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Q: Â Is MHT CET syllabus similar to the syllabus of and Maharashtra board class 11 and 12?
The MHT CET syllabus is similar to the class 11 and 12 syllabus of the Maharashtra board, but not identical. The MHT CET syllabus includes standard class 11 and 12 topics of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, but not all topics of class 11 are covered in the MHT CET syllabus whereas all topics of class 12 are included in the CET syllabus. Additionally, some topics may have slightly different emphases or weightages in the MHT CET syllabus compared to the Maharashtra board syllabus.
It's important to note that the MHT CET syllabus is set by the Maharashtra CET Cell, and the best way to verify the syllabus is to download it from the official website or the Shiksha page. It's also advisable to follow the NCERT textbooks as the base for studying the syllabus of MHT CET.
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Q: Â Are NCERT books enough to complete MHT CET syllabus?
The syllabus of MHT CET is all covered in NCERT textbooks of class 11 and 12. NCERT books are considered the best to clear exam like MHT CET. NCERT books have easy to understand language and a lot of solved questions which make it the best fit to begin MHT CET preparation. Also, many previous year toppers and subject-matter experts have advised to use NCERT books.
Upvote Q: Â Is MHT CET syllabus same as syllabus of JEE Mains?
The syllabus of MHT CETs is not same as JEE Main. Candidates must note that MHT CETs and JEE Mains are two different exam meant for different purposes. MHT CET is conducted for admission to BTech courses in institutes of Maharashtra while JEE Mains is conducted for admission to NITs, IIITs and other CFTIs.
In terms of syllabus, although both MHT CETs and Mains have class 11 and 12 topics of Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, there are some topics which are a part of Mains syllabus but not in CET. Also, the difficulty level of JEE is way ahead of MHT CET. Students preparing for the JEE Main and MHT CET exam can download the syllabus from the Shiksha page.
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Q: Â Can I complete MHT CET syllabus in 6 months?
MHT CETs syllabus can be completed in 6 months considering the topics had already been studied in class 11 and 12. As the topics in MHT CET syllabus and class 11/12 topics are similar, students can easily complete the revision in 6 months. However, completing the syllabus does not mean the completing the preparation. Students need to solve previous year questions and mock tests as well as study other reference /NCERT books for clearing the concepts.
Upvote Q: Â Which chapters are important in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics for MHT CET exam?
Candidates can check here the important chapters for MHT CET Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
Physics
Mechanics and Electricity and Magnetism (Equal importance)
Modern Physics
Optics
Heat and Thermodynamics and Waves, Sound
Measurement and errors
Chemistry
Gaseous State
Chemical Kinetics
Organic Chemistry
Reactions of Benzene
Ores and Metallurgy
Thermodynamics
Polymers
EnvironmeMaharashtra CET Celll Chemistry
Mathematics
Algebra
Trigonometry
Analytical Geometry
Differential Calculus
Integral Calculus
Vectors
Upvote Q: Â What is Chapterwise weightage of class 11 and 12 topics in MHT CET?
The high-weightage topics from class 11 and 12 Physics as per the previous year paper analysis are Current Electricity, Waves, AC, Magnetism, Laws of Motion, Work, Power and Energy. In Chemistry, the high-weightage topics are s and p block elements, Coordination compounds, Thermodynamics, Gaseous state, Chemical bonding, Atomic structure, Polymers, Environmental Chemistry, Organic chemistry. In Mathematics, the high-weightage topics are Sequence and Series, Vectors and 3D, Integral and Differential Calculus, and Definite and Indefinite Integral.
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MHT CET 2025 Syllabus Class 11
Candidates are provided here with the detailed subject-wise class 11th MHT CET syllabus for Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology. Candidates preparing for MHT CET 2025 should study as per the prescribed syllabus.
| Subjects | Topics |
| Physics CET Syllabus | Motion in a plane, Laws of motion, Gravitation, Thermal properties of matter, Sound, Optics, Electrostatics, Semiconductor |
| Chemistry MHT CET Syllabus | Some basic concepts of chemistry, Structure of atoms, Chemical bonding, Redox reactions, Elements of groups 1 and 2, States of matter (Gaseous and Liquids), Adsorption and colloids (Surface Chemistry), Hydrocarbons, Basic principles of organic chemistry |
| MHT CET Maths Syllabus | Trigonometry II, Straight lines, Circles, Measures of dispersion, Probability, Complex numbers, Permutations and combinations, Functions, limits, and continuity. |
| Biology Syllabus | Biomolecules, Respiration and energy transfer, Human Nutrition, Excretion and osmoregulation |
Q: Â Is MHT CET syllabus tough?
MHT CET syllabus can be categorized as easy to medium in difficulty level. The topics covered in MHT CETs syllabus is similar to CBSE class 11 and 12 syllabus. Students can prepare for MHT CETs exam using their NCERT textbooks and score a decent score. Candidates are however advised to refer some additional books in order to score good marks in MHT CETs.
Upvote Q: Â How many questions are asked in MHT CET exam?
The MHT CET exam has a total of 150 questions from all three subjects. The exam has 50 questions each from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. All the 150 questions are multiple choice questions. Students need to answer all 150 multiple choice questions. Students need to complete all the 150 questions in 3 hours.
Upvote Q: Â What is the difficulty level of MHT CET 2024 exam?
The difficulty level of MHT CET is medium. The questions asked in MHT CET is similar to the difficulty level of class 12 board exams. Students preparing for class 12 can easily crack MHT CET with a little extra effort. The syllabus of MHT CET is also similar to class 11 and 12 Maharashtra board which is an advantage for students planning to appear in MHT CET.
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The syllabus of MHT CET from class 12 consists of the following topics
| Subjects | Topics |
| Physics MHT CET Syllabus | Circular motion, Rotational motion, Oscillations, Gravitation, Elasticity, Electrostatics, Wave Motion, Magnetism, Surface Tension, Wave Theory of Light, Stationary Waves, Kinetic Theory of Gases and Radiation, Interference and Diffraction, Current Electricity, Magnetic Effects of Electric Current, Electromagnetic Inductions, Electrons and Photons, Atoms, Molecules, and Nuclei, Semiconductors, Communication Systems |
| Chemistry MHT CET Syllabus | Solid State, Chemical Thermodynamics and Energetic, Electrochemistry, General Principles and Processes of Isolation, Solutions and Colligative Properties, p-Block elements, Group 15 elements, d and f Block Elements, Chemical Kinetics, Coordination Compounds, Halogen Derivatives of Alkanes (and arenes), Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids, Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen, Alcohols, Phenols and Ether Alcohol, Polymers, Chemistry in Everyday Life, Biomolecules Carbohydrates |
| Maths MHT CET Syllabus | Mathematical Logic Statements, Matrices, Pair of Straight Lines, Circle, Line, Conics, Trigonometric Functions, Vectors, Three Dimensional Geometry, Plane, Linear Programming Problems, Continuity, Applications of Derivatives, Integration, Differentiation, Applications of Definite Integral, Differential Equation, Probability Distribution, Statistics, Bernoulli Trials and Binomial Distribution |
| Zoology Syllabus | Origin and the Evolution of Life, Chromosomal Basis of Inheritance, Genetic Engineering and Genomics, Human Health and Diseases, Animal Husbandry, Circulation, Excretion and osmoregulation, Control and Co-ordination, Human Reproduction, Organisms and Environment-II |
| Botany Syllabus | Genetic Basis of Inheritance, Gene its nature, expression, and regulation, Biotechnology Process and Application, Enhancement in Food Production, Microbes in Human Welfare, Photosynthesis, Respiration, Reproduction in Plants, Organisms and Environment |
Q: Â What type of questions are asked in MHT CET?
As per the MHT CET pattern, the questions asked in the exam will be multiple choice questions (MCQs) with four options, and there will be no negative marking. The exam will be conducted online as a Computer-Based Test (CBT).
The exam will consist of two sections - Section 1 (Physics and Chemistry) and Section 2 (Mathematics). Mathematics section will have 50 questions while Physics & Chemistry section will have 100 questions, 50 each from both subjects. The total duration of the exam will be 180 minutes, with 90 minutes for each section.
Upvote Q: Â Are calculators allowed in MHT CET exam?
Calculators are not allowed in the MHT CET exam. However, students are provided the virtual calculator during the exam which can be used to solving lengthy calculations. The virtual calculator is made available on the computer screen during the test and candidates can use it by clicking on the calculator link. Candidates are advised to practice solving numerical questions on their own as using virtual calculators can take much time.
Upvote Q: Â What is the difficulty level of MHT CET 2024 exam?
The difficulty level of MHT CET is medium. The questions asked in MHT CET is similar to the difficulty level of class 12 board exams. Students preparing for class 12 can easily crack MHT CET with a little extra effort. The syllabus of MHT CET is also similar to class 11 and 12 Maharashtra board which is an advantage for students planning to appear in MHT CET.
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Candidates can check here the subject-wise weightage of Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics from class 11 and 12 syllabus
Important Chemistry Chapters with Weightage
| Important Topics | Weightage |
| Chemical Thermodynamics And Energetics | 15% |
| p-Block Elements- Group 15 To 18 | 9% |
| Coordination Compounds | 9% |
| d And f Block Elements | 8% |
| Alcohols, Phenols, And Ethers | 8% |
| Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen | 8% |
| Solid State | 6% |
| Solutions And Colligative Properties | 6% |
| Chemical Kinetics | 5% |
| Halogen Derivatives Of Alkanes And Arenes | 5% |
| Aldehydes, Ketones And Carboxylic Acids | 5% |
| Biomolecules | 4% |
| Polymers | 4% |
| Chemistry In Everyday Life | 5% |
Important Mathematics Chapters with Weightage
| Important Topics | Weightage |
| Integration | 9% |
| Trigonometric Functions | 8% |
| Three Dimensional Geometry | 8% |
| Differentiation | 7% |
| Probability Distribution | 8% |
| Matrices | 5% |
| Circles | 6% |
| Conics | 5% |
| Vectors | 7% |
| Continuity | 5% |
| Applications of Derivatives | 5% |
| Differential Equations | 6% |
| Bernoulli Trials And Binomial Distribution | 4% |
| Pair Of Straight Lines | 5% |
Important Physics Chapters with Weightage
| Important Topics | Weightage |
| Kinetic Theory Of Gases And Radiation | 12% |
| Oscillations | 8% |
| Atoms, Molecules, And Nuclei | 8% |
| Rotational Motion | 7% |
| Electrostatics | 7% |
| Magnetic Effects Of Electric Current | 6% |
| Electromagnetic Induction | 6% |
| Semiconductors | 6% |
| Wave Motion | 5% |
| Magnetism | 5% |
| Circular Motion | 4% |
| Surface Tension | 4% |
| Interference And Diffraction | 4% |
| Current Electricity | 4% |
Q: Â What is the exam pattern for MHT CET?
MHT CET (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test)
Exam Pattern: Mode of Examination: Computer-Based Examination
Exam Duration: For PCM Physics Chemistry Maths 180 minutes For PCB Physics Chemistry Biology 180 minutes
Type of Questions: MCQs Total Number of Questions: For PCM Physics Chemistry Maths 150 Questions For PCB Physics Chemistry Biology 200 Questions
Total Marks: For PCM Physics Chemistry Maths 200 Marks For PCB Physics Chemistry Biology 200 Marks
Language/Medium of Exam: English Hindi Marathi, Urdu
Marking Scheme: 1 Mark for each correct response in PCB Physics Chemistry and Biology 2 Marks for each correct response in Mathematics, and No negative marking For more details, you may visit the Shiksha MHT CET page. (https://www.shiksha.com/engineering/mht-cet-exam). .
Upvote Q: Â Do I need to attempt all the questions in MHT CET exam?
It is not compulsory to attempt all the question in exam. Students can attempt any number of questions out of total 150 questions in the exam. Students are advised to attempt only those questions for which they can arrive at the answers/solutions. Questions for which the answer is not sure should be left. Students must note that there are no minimum marks in MHT CET that students need to score. Students gets All India Rank based on the marks they secure in exam and gets admission based on that rank.
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Candidates can check here the subject-wise weightage of Biology topics. The weightage of Physics and Chemistry is similar to PCM.
| Important Topics | Weightage |
| Biomolecules | 9% |
| Respiration and Energy Transfer | 8% |
| Human Nutrition | 8% |
| Excretion and Osmoregulation | 7% |
| Origin and Evolution of Life | 8% |
| Genetics Engineering and Genomics | 5% |
| Human Reproduction | 6% |
| Genes and its Nature | 5% |
| Reproduction in Plants | 7% |
| Respiration | 5% |
| Photosynthesis | 5% |
| Biotechnology and its Application | 6% |
| Microbes in Human Welfare | 4% |
| Human Health and Disease | 5% |
Q: Â Is there a negative marking in MHT CET?
MHT CET paper do not have negative marking for incorrect answer. In MHT CET exam, Physics and Chemistry question is of 1 marks. No marks are deducted for unattempted questions. For any question, if none of the options is found correct or a question is found to be wrong or dropped, then full marks will be awarded to all candidates irrespective of the fact whether the question has been attempted or not attempted by the candidate.
Upvote Q: Â Can I change the language of the question paper during the MHT CET exam?
Question papers during the exam will be visible in English, Urdu and Marathi. Candidates can switch the language of the question paper between the default languages which is English, Urdu and Marathi. In total, MHT CET is conducted in 3 languages and candidates have the option to select any language out of the available options. Candidates cannot switch the language of question paper between all 3 languages during the exam.
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MHT CET 2025 exam pattern will be announced soon by the exam conducting authority. The MHT CET exam will be divided into the following three sections:
- Section1: Mathematics
- Section 2: Physics and Chemistry
- Section 3: Biology (Botany and Zoology)
Each of the three sections is of 90 minutes (1 hour 30 minutes). Although there is no negative marking in MHT CET, the difficulty level of the exam would be at par with JEE Main and NEET UG for PCM and PCB respectively. The questions will typically be application-based.
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MHT CET 2025 Syllabus FAQs
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Q: Â Where can I get MHT CET 2025 syllabus PDF?
Maharashtra CET Cell will soon release the syllabus of MHT CET 2025 on the official website. The syllabus of MHT CET consists of standard class 11 and 12 topics of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Students can download the current MHT CET syllabus PDF from the Shiksha page or from the MHT CET official page to start their preparation. It is advised that students prepare for the exam strictly as per the syllabus and do not leave any topic to prepare for the exam.
Upvote Q: Â In how much time can I complete the entire MHT CET syllabus?
The time required to cover MHT CET syllabus would vary for every student however, to complete the entire MHT CET syllabus, students would require around 1 year. The ideal time to start preparing for MHT CET is class 12 as the syllabus for JEE and class 12 is similar. Students who are studying in class 12 can point out the topics that are common in both and pay special emphasis to that.
Upvote Q: Â What is the weightage of class 11 and 12 chapters in MHT CET syllabus?
As per the official syllabus of MHT CET released by Maharashtra CET Cell, class 11 chapters have 20 percent weightage and class 12 chapters have 80 percent weightage. Candidates must note that all the topics of Maharashtra class 12 Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics is included in the MHT CET syllabus while only a few topics of class 11 is included in the CET syllabus. There is no official number on MHT CET chapterwise weightage but candidates need to study the whole syllabus released by the Maharashtra CET Cell in order to score good marks in the exam. However, as per the previous year’s paper analysis, some chapters have high weightage in exam.
Upvote Q: Â Is MHT CET syllabus same for PCM and PCB groups?
The syllabus for MHT CET PCM (BE/BTech) and PCB (BPharma) is different. MHT CET PCM exam is conducted for admission to BE/BTech while the PCB examis conducted for BPharma courses. MHT CET PCM syllabus consists of Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. PCB syllabus has Biology, Physics and Chemistry. Candidates must note that Physics and Chemistry syllabus is common/same in both PCB and PCM papers. Candidates can download the CET syllabus from Shiksha page or from the official website.
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College of Engineering and Technology, Shegaon offers a BTech programme across multiple specialisations. The admission to the BTech course is based on candidates' performance in the MHT CETÂ entrance exam, followed by its counselling process. During the College of Engineering and Technology, Shegaon
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Sanmati Engineering College accepts MHT CET entrance exam scores, followed by a counselling process for BE/ BTech admission. During the Sanmati Engineering College MHT CET cutoff 2024, the last-round cutoff ranged between 2.12 and 75.34Â for the General category students in the HS quota. Refer to the
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Prof Ram Meghe College of Engineering and Management, Badnera accepts MHT CET entrance exam scores, followed by a counselling process for BE/ BTech admission. During the Prof Ram Meghe College of Engineering and Management, Badnera MHT CET cutoff 2024, the last-round cutoff ranged between 56.56 and
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Dr. Rajendra Gode Institute Of Technology and Research offers a BE programme across multiple specialisations. The admission to the BE course is based on candidates' performance in the MHT CETÂ entrance exam, followed by its counselling process. During the Dr. Rajendra Gode Institute Of Technology and
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Sinhgad Academy of Engineering offers a BE programme across multiple specialisations. The admission to the BE course is based on candidates' performance in the MHT CET entrance exam, followed by its counselling process. During the Sinhgad Academy of Engineering MHT CET cutoff 2024, the last-round cl
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DY Patil Institute of Technology Pune accepts the MHT CET entrance exam scores, followed by the MHT CET counseling process. During the MHT CET last-round cutoff 2024, the cutoff percentile was 97.59 for admission to the Computer Engineering branch for the General HS category students. So, no, candid
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As per your MHT CET percentile 95.72 percentile you will be able to secure good B.Pharm College of your choice in Maharashtra. Based on previous trends, you may expect colleges like:
1. Vivekanand Education Soceity's Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai
2. Bombay College of Pharmacy for the
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Government Law College, Churchgate, accepts MHT CET Law entrance exam scores, followed by its counselling process for admission to the B.L.S. LL.B and Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) courses. During the last-round cutoff 2024, the MHT CET Law score was 99.61 for the General category students under the AI qu
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Yes, it is possible to get New Law College with a score of 70 in MHT CET or MH CET law for the law courses. New Law College has offered BA LLB and LLB courses at a cutoff score of 84.78 and 58.21, respectively, for the General AI category candidates. Taking into consideration New Law College MHTCET
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Yes, it is possible to get into UNIPUNE for law admission at 85 percentile into various affiliated colleges. There are a lot of colleges afffiliated to UNIPUNE that allows admission at this rank. Candidates can check UNIPUNE MHCET Law Cutoff 2024 among the General AI category in the table below.Â
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