MAH AAC CET Registration 2026 Begins; Offline Exam on April 10

Mumbai: The State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Maharashtra, has commenced the registration process for the Maharashtra Applied Arts and Crafts Common Entrance Test (MAH AAC CET) 2026. The entrance examination is conducted for admission to the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) programme in the state.

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website — cetcell.mahacet.org. As per the official schedule, the last date to submit the application form is March 3, 2026, while the offline entrance exam will be held on April 10, 2026.

MAH AAC CET 2026: Important Dates

MAH AAC CET 2026: Application Fee

Candidates are required to pay the application fee based on their category:

MAH AAC CET 2026: Eligibility Criteria

To apply for MAH AAC CET 2026, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination

• English must be a subject at the qualifying level

• Minimum marks required:

  • 45% aggregate for General category candidates

  • 40% aggregate for Reserved and PwD candidates from Maharashtra

MAH AAC CET 2026: Exam Pattern

The MAH AAC CET 2026 will assess candidates’ artistic skills as well as general awareness. The exam will be conducted for a total of 190 marks.

APAAR ID Mandatory for Registration

As per the official notice, candidates must have an APAAR ID to complete the registration process.

“Candidates without an APAAR ID need to create one through DigiLocker. The APAAR ID is necessary to complete the MH CET registration,” the CET Cell stated.

Additionally, applicants are advised to update Aadhaar-linked details before registering, including:

• Name and date of birth (as per Class 10 certificate)

• Recent photograph

• Father’s name

• Address

• Mobile number

How to Apply for MAH AAC CET 2026

Step 1 - Visit https://cetcell.mahacet.org/ 

Step 2 - Click on the MAH AAC CET 2026 registration link

Step 3 - Complete the application form with required details

Step 4 - Upload necessary documents

Step 5 - Pay the application fee

Step 6 - Submit and download the confirmation page

What Candidates Should Remember

• Ensure Aadhaar and APAAR ID details are updated

• Apply before March 3, 2026

• Prepare for both practical drawing tests and GK section

• Keep checking the official website for admit card and further updates