MHT CET 2026: Registration to require Aadhaar and APAAR ID; Maharashtra CET Cell issues important guidelines

MHT CET 2026: The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has announced that candidates appearing for the Maharashtra Health and Technical Common Entrance Test (MHT CET) 2026 will be required to provide both their Aadhaar number and APAAR ID during the online registration process.

The online application form for the MHT CET exam 2026 will soon be made available on the official website of the CET Cell at cetcell.mahacet.org. Candidates are advised to keep the required identification details ready before beginning the registration process.

Aadhaar and APAAR ID requirement for MHT CET 2026

According to the guidelines issued by the CET Cell, applicants must enter their Aadhaar number and APAAR ID while filling out the application form. APAAR stands for Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry, which serves as a unique academic identity for students and is part of the national digital education record framework.

The CET Cell has clarified that these details will be used for identity verification and to ensure accuracy in candidate records during the examination and admission process.

Candidates can read the official notice here.

What candidates should do before registration

Candidates planning to appear for MHT CET 2026 should ensure that:

• Their Aadhaar number is active and correctly linked with their personal details.
• They have generated their APAAR ID and have access to the correct credentials.
• The information entered during registration matches official records.

Any discrepancy in Aadhaar or APAAR details may lead to issues during form submission or later stages of the admission process.

MHT CET 2026 application form

The MHT CET 2026 application form will be released online only. Once the registration window opens, eligible candidates will be able to apply through the official CET Cell portal by completing registration, filling in personal and academic details, uploading documents, and paying the prescribed application fee.

The CET Cell is expected to announce the detailed schedule, including application dates, examination dates, and eligibility criteria, separately on its website.

Official website: Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website at cetcell.mahacet.org for the latest updates and detailed instructions related to MHT CET 2026 registration and examination guidelines.
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