Maharashtra Common Entrance Test · Medical
MHT-CET PCB
Physics, Chemistry, and Biology — the PCB track of Maharashtra's state CET, used for admission to pharmacy, agriculture, and allied-science programs. (MBBS and AYUSH programs like BAMS/BHMS run through NEET instead.)
What's tested
Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany + Zoology). About 80% of questions come from Class 12 and 20% from Class 11.
Pattern
200 MCQs total — 50 each for Physics & Chemistry and 100 for Biology — over 3 hours. +1 mark per correct answer; no negative marking.
Mode
Computer-based test conducted by the State CET Cell. Results feed admission to B.Pharmacy, Pharm.D, and agriculture and allied-science programs across Maharashtra.
Frequently asked questions
What is the MHT-CET PCB exam pattern?
MHT-CET PCB has 200 MCQs over 3 hours — 50 each in Physics and Chemistry and 100 in Biology (Botany + Zoology). Every correct answer earns +1 mark and there is no negative marking.
How important is Biology in MHT-CET PCB?
Biology is half the paper: 100 of the 200 questions. Strong Botany and Zoology preparation moves your percentile more than any other single subject.
How much of MHT-CET PCB comes from Class 11 vs Class 12?
About 80% of questions come from Class 12 and roughly 20% from Class 11, following the Maharashtra State Board syllabus.
Which programs use the MHT-CET PCB score?
The PCB score feeds admission to B.Pharmacy, Pharm.D, and agriculture and allied-science programs across Maharashtra. Medical and AYUSH programs (MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS) are admitted through NEET, not CET.