The State Common Entrance Test Cell has officially released the MH BSc Nursing CET 2026 exam dates. Candidates who successfully applied for the entrance test should note that the Computer-Based Test (CBT) will be conducted over two days, on 6th and 7th May 2026.
The State CET Cell, Maharashtra, manages the annual MH BSc Nursing CET, serving as the gateway for students seeking admission to prestigious B.Sc. Nursing programs across the state. With the official notification now live, candidates can finalize their preparation based on the confirmed exam schedule.
MH BSc Nursing CET Exam Date 2026 Out
As officially confirmed, the MH BSc Nursing CET 2026 will take place on 6th and 7th May 2026 via online (CBT) mode at designated centers throughout Maharashtra. This state-level entrance examination is the primary selection criteria for admission into B.Sc. Nursing, GNM, and ANM courses offered by institutions across the state.
| Events | Date |
| Admit Card Release Date | Last week of April 2026 |
| Exam Dates | 6th and 7th May 2026 |
| Result Date | 1st week of June 2026 |
| Counselling Starts | July or August 2026 |
MH BSc Nursing CET Exam Schedule 2026
The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has scheduled the MH B.Sc Nursing CET 2026 for 6th and 7th May 2026. To ensure a smooth testing experience, the exam will be conducted in two daily shifts—morning and afternoon—to accommodate the large number of applicants appearing for the test.
- Shifts: The exam typically runs in Shift 1 (Morning) and Shift 2 (Afternoon).
- Specific Slot Assignment: Your exact shift timing and session will be printed on your admit card, which is expected to be released in the last week of April 2026
- Reporting Time: Candidates are generally required to report to the examination center well before the commencement of the test for biometric verification and security checks.
MH BSc Nursing CET Exam Pattern 2026
- Mode of Exam: The test will be conducted as an online Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Total Marks: 100 marks
- Number of Questions: 100 multiple-choice questions
- Medium of Exam: Online
- Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, and Nursing Aptitude
- Level of Exam: Class 11 and 12 Maharashtra State Board curriculum
- Negative Marking: Nil
| Sections | No. of Questions | Marks |
| Physics | 20 | 20 |
| Chemistry | 20 | 20 |
| Biology | 20 | 20 |
| English | 20 | 20 |
| Nursing Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Preparation Tips for MH BSc Nursing CET Exam 2026
- Focus on Class 12: Study from the Maharashtra State Board books, as they cover a major portion of the questions.
- Practice Nursing Aptitude: Utilize specific guides to understand nursing duties and medical ethics.
- Time Management & Attempt All: Speed is important to answer 100 questions in 90 minutes; attempt all questions as there is no negative marking.
- Solve Mock Tests: Take online mock tests to become comfortable with the Computer-Based Test (CBT) environment.
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