MHT CET 2026 Syllabus: Check Subject-Wise Syllabus, Subject Weightage, Books,

• Updated on 22 Sept, 2025 by Ankita Banerjee

MHT CET Syllabus 2026: The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell is expected to release the official MHT CET 2026 syllabus PDF soon. Meanwhile, candidates preparing for the exam can refer to the previous year’s syllabus to get a clear idea of the topics that are likely to be covered. For students applying to BTech courses (PCM group), the syllabus will include topics from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics based on the Class 11 and 12 curriculum of the Maharashtra State Board. Those appearing for MHT CET 2026 BPharma (PCB group) will need to prepare for Biology instead of Mathematics, along with Physics and Chemistry. As per the official pattern, the weightage of the syllabus will be split, with 20% of the questions coming from Class 11 topics and the remaining 80% from Class 12 topics.

Table of Contents

MHT CET Syllabus 2026 Overview
MHT CET 2026 Syllabus Class 11th
MHT CET Syllabus 2026 Class 12th
MHT CET Exam Pattern 2026
MHT CET Syllabus 2026 PCM with Weightage
MHT CET Syllabus 2026: Chemistry
MHT CET Syllabus 2026: Mathematics
MHT CET Syllabus 2026: Physics
MHT CET Syllabus 2026 for PCB with Weightage
MHT CET Syllabus 2026: Biology
MHT CET Syllabus 2026: Important Topics and their Weightage
MHT CET Syllabus 2026 Changes
MHT CET 2026: Important Books
MHT CET Syllabus 2026 FAQs

MHT CET Syllabus 2026 Overview

MHT CET is conducted annually by the State CET Cell for admission into Engineering, Pharmacy, and other professional courses. The syllabus is divided into two subject groups, i.e., PCM for Engineering aspirants and PCB for Pharmacy and related courses. All questions are in multiple-choice format (MCQs), and there is no negative marking. Check out the table below to know more:

Subject Group	Subjects Covered	Paper Format	Class-wise Distribution
PCM	Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics	Paper 1 (Maths) + Paper 2 (Physics & Chemistry)	80% Class 12th and 20% Class 11th
PCB	Physics, Chemistry, Biology	Paper 2 (Physics & Chemistry) + Paper 3 (Biology)	80% Class 12th and 20% Class 11th

Read: MHT CET Exam Pattern 2026

MHT CET 2026 Syllabus Class 11th

MHT CET Syllabus 2026 for Class 11 includes some important topics that strengthen core concepts, particularly in Physics and Chemistry. In Mathematics, chapters like Trigonometry, Limits, and Probability are important. For Biology (PCB group), topics such as Human Nutrition and Biomolecules are commonly asked. To get more details, candidates should refer to the table below:

Subjects	Topics
Physics	Motion in planes, Law of motion, Gravitation, Thermal properties of matter, Sound, Optics, Electrostatics, Semiconductor
Chemistry	The basic principle of organic chemistry, some fundamental ideas in chemistry, such as atom structure, chemical bonding, and redox reaction, elements of groups 1 & 2, states of matter, gases, and Liquids) Adsorption and colloids (Surface Chemistry), Hydrocarbons
Mathemetics	Trigonometry II, circles, straight lines, dispersion measurements, probability, complex numbers, permutations and combinations, functions, limits & continuity.
Biology	Biomolecule, Respiration and energy transfer, Human Nutrition, Excretion and osmoregulation

MHT CET Syllabus 2026 Class 12th

The Class 12th MHT CET syllabus includes advanced & scoring topics that carry significant weightage in the exam. In Physics, subjects such as current electricity, magnetism, and Semiconductors are key focuses. Chemistry primarily covers topics from organic and physical chemistry, while mathematics focuses on Calculus and Vectors. For PCB students, Physiology is essential. Check out the table below to know the complete list of Class 12th topics:

Subjects	Topics
Physics	Motion in circles, rotation, oscillations, gravity, elasticity, electrostatics, wave motion, and magnetism, Wave theory of lights, Stationary Waves, Kinetic Theory of Gases & Radiation, Interference and Diffraction, Current Electricity, Surface Tension, Magnetic Effect of electric current, Atoms, molecules, and nuclei; electrons and photons; electromagnetic inductions; semiconductors; and communication systems
Chemistry	Solid State, Chemical Thermodynamics and Energetic, General Principles and Processes of Isolation, Carboxylic Acids, Solutions and Colligative Properties, Group 15 elements, d and f Block Elements, Chemical Kinetic, Electrochemistry, Coordination compound, Halogen Derivative of Alkanes (and arenes), Aldehydes, Ketones and Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen, Alcohols, p-Block elements, Phenol and Ether Alcohol, Polymers, and Chemistry in Daily Life, Biomolecule, Carbohydrate
Mathemetics	Statements of mathematical logic, matrices, circles, lines, conics, trigonometric functions, and pairs of straight lines.Vector, 3-dimensional Geometry, Plane, Linear Programming Issues, Continuity, Derivatives Applications, Integration, Differentiation, Definite Integral Applications, Differential Equation, Probability Distribution, Statistics, Binomial Distribution and Bernoulli Trials
Zoology	Chromosomal Basis of Inheritance, Genetic engineering &Genomics, Human Health and Disease, Animal Husbandry, Circulation, Excretion and Osmoregulation, Control and Coordination, Human Reproduction, Organisms and Environment
Botany	The nature, expressions, and regulation of genes, the genetic basis of inheritance, the process and application of biotechnology enhancement of food production, the role of microbes in human health, photosynthesis, respiration, and plant, organism, and environmental reproduction

Also Check: MHT CET 2026 Application Form

MHT CET Exam Pattern 2026

MHT CET 2026 exam pattern reflects the higher weightage given to Class 12 topics compared to Class 11 in each subject. Each paper includes 40 questions from Class 12 and only 10 questions from Class 11. Therefore, it is important to focus more on the Class 12 syllabus for better preparation.

Subjects	No. of Questions		Total Marks	Duration
	Class XI	Class XII
Mathematics	10	40	100	90
Physics	10	40	100	90
Chemistry	10	40

MHT CET Syllabus 2026 PCM with Weightage

Candidates preparing for the MHT CET can refer to the subject-wise weightage of essential chapters from the Class 11 and 12 syllabus below. Knowing the chapter-wise weightage helps students prioritise their preparation and focus on high-scoring topics.

MHT CET Chemistry Syllabus 2026

In the Chemistry section of MHT CET 2026, Chemical thermodynamics and energetics carry the highest weightage at 15%, making them the most important topics to prepare for. Other high-scoring areas include p-block elements and Coordination Compounds. Refer to the table below to see the detailed topic-wise 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%

MHT CET Mathematics Syllabus 2026

Some topics in MHT CET Mathematics carry higher weightage, such as Integration (9%), 3D Geometry, and Trigonometric Functions. These chapters are often seen with multiple questions in the paper. Refer to the table below for full topic-wise weightage :

Important Topics	Weightage
Integration	9%
Trigonometric Functions	8%
Three-Dimensional Geometry	8%
Differentiation	7%
Probability Distribution	8%
Matrices	5%
Circles	6%
Comics	5%
Vectors	7%
Continuity	5%
Applications of Derivatives	5%
Differential Equations	6%
Bernoulli Trials and Binomial Distribution	4%
Pair of Straight Lines	5%

Check: MHT CET 2026 Question Papers

MHT CET Physics Syllabus 2026

The Physics section of MHT CET 2026 places the highest emphasis on topics such as the Kinetic Theory of Gases and Radiation (12% ), followed by Oscillations and Atoms, Molecules, and Nuclei, each carrying a higher weightage. Chapters such as Rotational Motion and Electrostatics are also quite important.

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%

MHT CET Syllabus 2026 for PCB with Weightage

The MHT CET 2026 PCB syllabus primarily covers important chapters from Classes 11 and 12, including Biology, Physics, and Chemistry. Topics such as genetics, Human Physiology, Biomolecules, and Electrostatics carry more weight and are often repeated in the exam. Refer to the table below to learn more about the biology syllabus:

MHT CET Biology Syllabus 2026

In the Biology section of MHT CET 2026, topics such as Biomolecules, Respiration, Human Nutrition, and Evolution carry higher weightage, making them particularly important for PCB students. Students can check the following table to know the detailed weightage of topics:

Important Topics	Weightage
Biomolecules	9%
Respiration and Energy Transfer	8%
Human Nutrition	8%
Excretion and Osmoregulation	7%
Origin and Evolution of Life	8%
Genetic Engineering and Genomics	5%
Human Reproduction	6%
Genes and Their 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%

MHT CET Syllabus 2026: Important Topics and their Weightage

The table below highlights the most critical topics in MHT CET 2026, showing their weightage, the number of expected questions, and the specific units covered by each subject. Topics such as integrals, 3D Geometry, P-block elements, and Wave Motion carry greater weight. Refer to the table below to know which sections are more scoring for aspirants:

Subject	Topic	Class	Weightage	Expected Questions	Units/Chapters Covered
Mathematics	Integrals	12	11.2%	28	Integration
Mathematics	Three-Dimensional Geometry	12	11.2%	28	3D Geometry
Mathematics	Probability	11	8.8%	22	Probability, Statistics & Distribution
Mathematics	Trigonometric Functions	11	7.6%	19	Trigonometric Concepts
Chemistry	P-Block Elements	11	8.4%	21	Group 15 & 16 Elements
Chemistry	Solutions	12	7.2%	18	Solutions and Colligative Properties
Chemistry	Thermodynamics	11	7.6%	18	Chemical Thermodynamics & Energetics
Chemistry	Electrochemistry	12	7.2%	18	Electrochemical Reactions
Chemistry	Aldehydes, Ketones & Carboxylic Acids	12	7.6%	16	Alcohols, Phenols, Ethers, Organic Compounds
Physics	Waves	11	7.6%	19	Wave Motion, Stationary Waves
Physics	Oscillations	11	7.2%	18	Rotational Motion, SHM
Physics	Wave Optics	12	7.2%	18	Electrostatics, Magnetic Effects of Current
Physics	Kinetic Theory of Gases	12	7.6%	18	Thermal Properties of Matter

MHT CET Syllabus 2026 Changes

The exam authorities made minor updates to the MHT CET 2025 syllabus for Class 11th. It is expected that these changes will persist for the year 2026. Specific new topics were included in the Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics syllabi, while a few were excluded.

Physics: Vectors and Error Analysis
Chemistry: Chemistry in Everyday Life
Mathematics: Conic Section

MHT CET 2026: Important Books

Here is a list of some of the most trusted and recommended books that students use while preparing for the MHT CET 2026 syllabus. These books focus on both theory and MCQs and help build concepts and practical skills. Go through the list below to choose the best books for each subject:

MHT CET Physics (Marvel) by AJ Bapat
Concepts of Physics of Volume 1 & Volume 2 by H.C. Verma
Chemistry for MHT CET (MCQ) by Mayur Mehta and Chitra Joshi (Marvel Publication)
MHT CET Chemistry by Arihant Publishers
Mathematics for MHT CET (MCQ) by Hemant G. Ainapure (Marvel Publication)
Pradnya’s Objective Mathematics by C. S. Patil
MHT-CET Engineering Entrance Exam (Editorial Compilation)
MHT-CET PCM Online Tests Series
Complete Reference Manual MH-CET Biology by Arihant Publishers
Complete Reference Manual MHT-CET Biology by R.K. Manglik

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MHT CET Syllabus 2026 FAQs

Can I complete the MHT CET 2026 syllabus in a week?

It's possible to complete the MHT CET 2026 syllabus in a week, depending on the topic or subject and your learning and understanding speed. Focus on essential issues according to their weightage for scoring first. Finish up with the topic you covered, revise it, or explore new issues in the syllabus that are essential and can be completed within the week if you work more and dedicate more time to the topics. Remember, if the syllabus is more challenging, at least study what you already know. If it's not that lean, try to complete all topics according to your subject. Make a proper timetable and research accordingly.

How much time will it take to complete the entire MHT CET 2026 syllabus?

The time required to cover the MHT CET 2026 syllabus varies for every student; however, to complete the entire MHT CET syllabus, students typically need around 1 year. The ideal time to start preparing for MHT CET is in class 12, as the syllabi for JEE and class 12 are similar. Students studying in class 12 can identify the topics that are common to both and pay special emphasis to those.

Can I get into New Law College with a score of 70?

No, it is not possible to get admission to New Law College with a score of 70 in MHT CET 2026 or MH CET Law for law courses. New Law College has offered BA LLB and LLB courses with cutoff scores of 84.78 and 58.21, respectively, for General AI category candidates. Considering the New Law College MHTCET law cutoff 2024, candidates cannot secure admission to the LLB course with a score of 70.

How do I score 180+ in the MHT CET 2026 in 2 months if my HSC syllabus is not fully completed?

MHT CET is a comprehensive and application-oriented exam. If you know concepts, then you can easily score 180+ marks. Solve the Arihant question bank for MHT CET PYQS, read the board textbooks correctly, and watch some YouTube videos on question marathons. They are invaluable.