The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell has published the MHT CET 2026 PCM provisional answer key and response sheet for Session 1 in the candidate login. Along with the answer key, the authorities will also provide the question paper and recorded responses so that students can estimate their probable scores even before the result. Students will get a limited objection window to challenge any question by paying Rs 1000 per question online.

For the PCM group, the MHT CET 2026 paper pattern and marking scheme are as follows:

• Mathematics: 50 questions × 2 marks = 100 marks.
• Physics: 50 questions × 1 mark = 50 marks.
• Chemistry: 50 questions × 1 mark = 50 marks.
• Total marks: 200 marks for PCM.
• There is no negative marking for wrong or unattempted questions.

How to Download MHT CET PCM Answer Key 2026 & Response Sheet:

1. Go to the official website – cetcell.mahacet.org.
2. Click on the “MHT CET 2026” or “Candidate Login” link for the PCM group.
3. Log in using your registered email ID / application number and password.
4. On the dashboard, click on “MHT CET PCM Answer Key 2026 / Response Sheet”.
5. The provisional answer key, response sheet and question paper will appear on the screen.
6. Download and save all PDFs for further analysis and objection filing, if required.

How to Raise Objections to MHT CET PCM Answer Key:

1. Visit cetcell.mahacet.org and open the MHT CET 2026 candidate login.
2. Enter your login credentials (registered email / application number and password).
3. Under the “Objection Tracker” section, open the question paper and provisional answer key.
4. Select the specific question you want to challenge and mark the option you believe is correct.
5. Upload valid supporting proof, such as scans from standard textbooks or official references.
6. Pay Rs 1000 per question online and submit the objection form within the deadline.