Maharashtra Common Entrance Test for Law
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Exam Info
Overview
MH-CET Law is conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, for admission to 3-year LLB and 5-year integrated law programs in Maharashtra's top law colleges, including Government Law College Mumbai and ILS Law College Pune. The exam is open to students from all states of India and offers excellent opportunities for admission to prestigious Maharashtra law institutions. There is no negative marking in MH-CET Law, making it accessible even for unprepared sections.
Eligibility Criteria
Exam Pattern
| # | Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Legal Aptitude & Reasoning | 40 | 40 |
| 02 | General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 30 | 30 |
| 03 | Logical & Analytical Reasoning | 40 | 40 |
| 04 | English | 30 | 30 |
| 05 | Elementary Mathematics (3-yr LLB) | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Syllabus
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
Application Form Release | January 2026 (expected) |
Last Date to Apply | February 2026 (expected) |
MH-CET Law Exam Date | April 2026 (expected) |
Result Declaration | May 2026 (expected) |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (Maharashtra domicile) | ₹800 |
| SC / ST / NT / SBC (Maharashtra domicile) | ₹600 |
| Outside Maharashtra / NRI | ₹900 |
How to Apply
Register on the official MHT-CET portal (cetcell.mahacet.org) with a valid email ID and mobile number
Fill in your personal details, category, domicile, and academic qualifications carefully
Upload scanned photograph (25–50 KB) and signature (10–20 KB) in JPEG format
Pay the application fee online through payment gateway (₹800 General / ₹600 SC/ST)
Submit form and download the confirmation page for future reference
Participating Universities (25)
25 institutions accepting MH-CET LAW scores for 2026 admission
| # | University Name |
|---|---|
| 01 | Government Law College (GLC) 📍 Mumbai, Maharashtra · Est. 1855 |
| 02 | ILS Law College 📍 Pune, Maharashtra · Est. 1924 |
| 03 | Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU) 📍 Mumbai, Maharashtra · Est. 2014 |
| 04 | Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU) 📍 Nagpur, Maharashtra · Est. 2014 |
| 05 | Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU) 📍 Aurangabad, Maharashtra · Est. 2017 |
| 06 | Symbiosis Law School 📍 Pune, Maharashtra · Est. 1977 |
| 07 | Dr. Ambedkar College of Law 📍 Mumbai, Maharashtra · Est. 1956 |
| 08 | Government Law College 📍 Nagpur, Maharashtra · Est. 1923 |
| 09 | New Law College 📍 Pune, Maharashtra · Est. 1970 |
| 10 | Bharati Vidyapeeth New Law College 📍 Pune, Maharashtra · Est. 1980 |
| 11 | Rizvi Law College 📍 Mumbai, Maharashtra · Est. 1990 |
| 12 | K.C. Law College 📍 Mumbai, Maharashtra · Est. 1954 |
| 13 | Government Law College 📍 Aurangabad, Maharashtra · Est. 1960 |
| 14 | Shivaji University Law College 📍 Kolhapur, Maharashtra · Est. 1962 |
| 15 | Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Law College 📍 Aurangabad, Maharashtra · Est. 1978 |
| 16 | Pune University Law Department 📍 Pune, Maharashtra · Est. 1950 |
| 17 | Latur Law College 📍 Latur, Maharashtra · Est. 1975 |
| 18 | Nashik District Law College 📍 Nashik, Maharashtra · Est. 1965 |
| 19 | Jalgaon Law College 📍 Jalgaon, Maharashtra · Est. 1968 |
| 20 | Amravati University Law Department 📍 Amravati, Maharashtra · Est. 1958 |
| 21 | SRTM University Law College 📍 Nanded, Maharashtra · Est. 1985 |
| 22 | Sangli Law College 📍 Sangli, Maharashtra · Est. 1972 |
| 23 | Solapur University Law College 📍 Solapur, Maharashtra · Est. 1981 |
| 24 | Vidarbha Mahavidyalaya Law College 📍 Amravati, Maharashtra · Est. 1975 |
| 25 | Ratnagiri Law College 📍 Ratnagiri, Maharashtra · Est. 1985 |
CLATians Preparation Tips
No negative marking — attempt all questions for maximum score
Focus on Maharashtra-specific legal awareness and GK
Legal aptitude questions in MH-CET are application-based — practice case studies
English section tests comprehension — practice reading long passages
Attempt previous year MH-CET papers to understand the difficulty level
Latest Updates
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