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MAH B.ED CET & ELCT 2026 EXAM OVERVIEW:

The Maharashtra B.Ed Common Entrance Test (MAH B.Ed CET) & English Language Content Test (ELCT) 2026 is conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra for candidates aspiring to enroll in Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) programs in top colleges across the state. The exam evaluates candidates on Mental Ability, Teaching Aptitude, and General Awareness, while ELCT is conducted for English medium B.Ed programs.


MAH B.ED CET & ELCT 2026 EXAM HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Exam Name: Maharashtra B.Ed Common Entrance Test (MAH B.Ed CET) & ELCT

  • Conducting Body: State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra

  • Level: State-Level Entrance Exam

  • Mode of Exam: Online (Computer-Based Test)

  • Duration: 90 Minutes (CET), 60 Minutes (ELCT)

  • Sections: Mental Ability, Teaching Aptitude, General Awareness, English Language (for ELCT)

  • Total Marks: 100 (CET), 50 (ELCT)

  • Marking Scheme: +1 for each correct answer, no negative marking

  • Language of ExamEnglish and Marathi (except ELCT, which is only in English)

MAH B.ED CET & ELCT 2026 ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

  • Educational Qualification: Candidates must have completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved category candidates from Maharashtra).

  • Nationality: Indian citizens only.

  • Age Limit: No upper age limit for the exam.

  • Additional Requirement for ELCT: Candidates opting for English medium B.Ed courses must appear for ELCT along with CET.

MAH B.ED CET & ELCT 2026 EXAM DATES (TENTATIVE):

Event Date (Tentative)
Registration Start Date Last Week Of December 2025
Last Date to Apply Last Week Of February 2026
Admit Card Release TBA
MAH B.Ed CET & ELCT 2026 Exam Date Last Week Of March 2026
Result Declaration TBA
Counselling Process Begins TBA

MAH B.ED CET & ELCT 2026 REGISTRATION:

Candidates must complete the online registration process through the official website (www.mahacet.org). The steps include:


How to fill MAH B.Ed CET & ELCT 2026 Application Form?


1. Visit the official website and click on the B.Ed CET 2026 registration link.

2. Fill in personal details such as name, contact information, and academic qualifications.

3. Upload scanned documents (photograph, signature, and required certificates).

4. Pay the application fee online via debit/credit card or net banking.

5. Submit the form and download a copy for future reference.

MAH B.ED CET & ELCT 2026 APPLICATION FORM:

The application form will be available online, and candidates must ensure they enter accurate details. The fee structure is as follows:


  • General Category (Maharashtra & Other States): ₹1000/-

  • Reserved Category (Maharashtra Domicile): ₹800/-

MAH B.ED CET & ELCT 2026 SYLLABUS:

MAH B.Ed CET 2026 Syllabus:

1. Mental Ability (40 Marks) – Logical reasoning, Series completion, Coding-Decoding, Syllogisms, Relationships.


2. Teaching Aptitude (30 Marks) – Leadership, Communication skills, Creativity, Professional commitment.


3. General Awareness (30 Marks) – History, Political Science, Economics, Science, Geography, and Current Affairs.


MAH B.Ed ELCT 2026 Syllabus:

1. Reading Comprehension


2. Vocabulary – Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word substitutions


3. Grammar & Sentence Structure


4. Phonetics & Language Aptitude


MAH B.ED CET & ELCT 2026 EXAM PATTERN:

MAH B.ED CET 2026 EXAM PATTERN


SR. Topics No. of Questions Marks per Question Maximum Marks Total Marks
1 Mental Ability 40 1 40
2 General Knowledge 30 1 30 100
3 Teacher Aptitude 30 1 30

The Test will comprise of Multiple Choice Objective Type Questions with Four Options.


  • There is no Negative Marking System for this Test
  • Test Duration: 90 Minutes
  • Medium of CET: English and Marathi
  • Mode of Examination – Online


MAH B.ED ELCT 2026 EXAM PATTERN


SR. Topics No. of Questions Mark Per Question Maximum Marks Total Marks
1 Reading Comprehension 20 1 20
2 Vocabulary Focus 05 1 05
3 Grammer Focus 08 1 08
4 Sentence Formation 07 1 07 50
5 Phonetics 03 1 03
6 Verbal Idioms and Proverbs 05 1 05
7 Figures of Speech 02 1 02

The Test will comprise of Multiple Choice Objective Type Questions with Four Options.


  • There is no Negative Marking System for this Test
  • Test Duration: 60 Minutes
  • Medium of CET: English
  • Mode of Examination – Online
  • The Candidate will have to opt for ELCT in the Application form
  • The Candidates who do NOT OPT for ELCT will not be allowed to appear for ELCT

ELCT will be conducted for the Candidates opting for the Test and are intending to seek admission to English Medium Colleges after the B.Ed. CET is over.


MAH B.ED CET & ELCT 2026 PREPARATION TIPS:

1. Understand the Exam Pattern & Syllabus – Focus on high-weightage topics.

2. Use High-Quality Study Material – Books, Previous Year Papers, Mock Tests.

3. Improve Time Management – Practice solving papers within the time limit.

4. Stay Updated with Current Affairs – Follow newspapers and monthly magazines.

5. Take Regular Mock Tests – Analyze performance and work on weak areas.

MAH B.ED CET & ELCT 2026 ADMIT CARD:

  • Admit cards will be available for download on the official website.

  • Candidates must enter their Registration Number & Date of Birth to access the admit card.

  • Carry a valid photo ID along with the admit card on the exam day.

MAH B.ED CET & ELCT 2026 CUT-OFFS:

The cut-off marks vary based on category, college preference, and difficulty level.

MAH B.ED CET & ELCT 2026 SELECTION PROCESS:

1. Appear for the CET & ELCT (if applicable).

2. Check the merit list & cut-off scores.

3. Participate in the CAP (Centralized Admission Process).

4. Select preferred colleges & lock choices.

5. Seat allotment & document verification.

MAH B.ED CET & ELCT 2026 MARKING SYSTEM:

  • CET: 100 Marks (MCQs)

  • ELCT: 50 Marks (MCQs for English Medium Candidates)

  • +1 for each correct answer

  • No negative marking

MAH BED CET & ELCT 2026 COUNSELLING PROCESS:

Candidates shortlisted through MAH BEd CET & ELCT 2026 must participate in the counselling process to secure admission to B.Ed courses. The counselling will be conducted online through the official website as part of the Centralized Admission Process (CAP).


To apply, candidates need to log in using their registration number and complete the counselling registration. During the process, they must select and lock their preferred colleges for B.Ed admission. Additionally, candidates are required to pay the counselling fee online to confirm their participation.