The State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Maharashtra, has officially released the provisional answer key for the MHT CET 2026 PCM (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics) second attempt. Candidates who appeared in the examination can now access the answer key, along with their response sheets and question papers, on the official websites: cetcell.mahacet.org and mahacet.org.
How to Download the MHT CET PCM 2026 Second Attempt Answer Key
To download the answer key, candidates must follow these steps:
- Visit the official website cetcell.mahacet.org.
- Click on the MHT CET 2026 answer key link available on the homepage.
- The login page will appear on the screen.
- Enter your application number or roll number and password.
- The MHT CET PCM second attempt answer key 2026 will be displayed.
- Download and save the PDF for future reference.
Important Dates and Details
The phase 2 PCM examinations were conducted on May 10 and 11, 2026. Earlier, the CET Cell had released the first attempt PCM answer key and response sheet on May 20, 2026. Candidates who are not satisfied with the provisional answer key can raise objections until May 30, 2026. To challenge any answer, candidates must log in to the MHT CET PCM objection tracking portal and submit their objections online. A fee of Rs 1,000 per question will be charged for each objection raised.
How to Raise Objections Against the MHT CET PCM Answer Key 2026
Candidates can follow the steps below to challenge the provisional answer key:
- Visit the official website cetcell.mahacet.org.
- Click on the “Candidate Login” option.
- Log in using the required credentials.
- Open the MHT CET objection tracking portal.
- The question paper and official answer key will appear on the screen.
- Select the question you want to challenge.
- Choose the answer you believe is correct.
- Pay the objection fee and submit the form online.
MHT CET PCM 2026 Marking Scheme
According to the MHT CET examination pattern:
- Physics and Chemistry sections carry one mark for each question.
- Mathematics section carries two marks for each question.
- Physics and Chemistry together carry a total of 100 marks.
- Mathematics section also carries 100 marks.
Candidates are advised to download the answer key and verify their responses. In case of any discrepancies, they should raise objections before the deadline. For further updates, candidates should regularly check the official website.
