MAH AAC CET Exam Pattern 2026: Duration, Marking Scheme, Total Marks

MAH AAC CET Exam Pattern 2026: Duration, Marking Scheme, Total Marks

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MAH AAC CET Exam Date:10 Apr' 26 - 10 Apr' 26

Achyuth NambiarUpdated on 29 Nov 2025, 04:27 PM IST

The CET Cell Maharashtra will release the MAH AAC CET Exam Pattern 2026 at cetcell.mahacet.org. Candidates can appear for the MAH AAC CET entrance exam 2026 on April 10, 2026, according to the tentative announcement issued on the official website. According to the exam pattern, candidates have to appear for four papers for an overall duration of five hours. Candidates can check out the details of the time split and the weightages for each section on the brochure for MAH AAC CET 2026 on the official website. Appearing for the MAH AAC CET 2026 entrance exam requires candidates to familiarise themselves with the exam pattern and syllabus.

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  1. MAH AAC CET 2026 Exam Pattern - Highlights
  2. MAH AAC CET Exam Timings
  3. MAH AAC CET Exam Total Marks
  4. MAH AAC CET Paper Pattern: Number of questions
MAH AAC CET Exam Pattern 2026: Duration, Marking Scheme, Total Marks
MAH AAC CET exam pattern

Read all about the total duration for the MAH AAC CET object drawing practical, the design practical and memory drawing practical and more. Aspirants should check MAH AAC CET 2026 exam pattern and strategise their preparation accordingly.

MAH AAC CET 2026 Exam Pattern - Highlights

  • The MAH AAC CET exam pattern will be released at the official website cetcell.mahacet.org.

  • All the practical MAH AAC CET exam papers will have only one question each.

  • The general knowledge question paper will contain Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with four options for each question.

  • The total duration for the Design Practical will be 90 minutes, Object Drawing Practical will be 60 minutes, and Memory Drawing Practical will be 90 minutes.

  • The total duration for the general knowledge subject will be 60 Minutes during which the candidate has to solve 40 questions.

  • There will be no negative marking.

  • The medium of the question paper will be in English language only.

MAH AAC CET Exam Timings

The MAH AAC CET 2026 will be conducted to test the aptitude and skills of the candidate seeking admission to the fine arts and design programme. Below is a table about the details of the MAH AAC CET exam duration for each exam session. Candidates can use the timings to prepare accordingly.

MAH AAC CET Exam Duration

Paper

MAH AAC CET Exam Timings

Paper I: Design Practical

1 Hour 30 Minutes

Paper II: Object Drawing Practical

1 Hour

Paper III: Memory Drawing Practical

1 Hour 30 Minutes

Paper IV: Objective Type Theory (General Knowledge)

1 Hour

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MAH AAC CET Exam Total Marks

The MAH AAC CET 2026 will consist of four papers of which three are practical, each paper of 50 marks and one objective-type theory paper of 40 marks. The entrance examination will consist of multiple papers that will focus on different aspects of the subject matter.

Paper

Subject

MAH AAC CET Exam Total Marks

I

Design Practical

50 marks

II

Object Drawing Practical

50 marks

III

Memory Drawing Practical

50 marks

IV

General Knowledge

40 marks

MAH AAC CET Paper Pattern: Number of questions

According to the MAH AAC CET exam pattern, each paper will be structured to include a certain number of questions, with marks assigned to each question. The format below will help the candidates get a clear idea of the exam pattern.

Paper

Subject

No. of Questions

Marks Per Question

I

Design Practical

1

50

II

Object Drawing Practical

1

50

III

Memory Drawing Practical

1

50

IV

General Knowledge

40

1

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the MAH AAC CET 2026 exam scheme?
A:

The MAH AAC CET 2026 consists of four papers- three practical papers of 50 marks and one objective-type theory paper of 40 marks.

Q: What are the subjects for the MAH AAC CET 2026?
A:

There are four papers for the MAH AAC CET-

  • Design Practical

  • Object Drawing Practical

  • Memory Drawing Practical 

  • General Knowledge

Q: Is there any negative marking for the MAH AAC CET exam 2026?
A:

There is no negative marking for the MAH AAC CET exam.

Q: Where can candidates find the MAH AAC CET exam pattern 2026?
A:

CET Cell Maharashtra will release the MAH AAC CET 2026 exam pattern along with the brochure at cetcell.mahacet.org. 

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Hello,

Yes, you can be eligible , but it depends on how you passed Mathematics.

JEE Main
You are eligible if:

  • You passed Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics.

  • Mathematics was passed as a full subject from NIOS.

  • NIOS is a recognized board.

  • Having two marksheets is allowed.

You are not eligible if:

  • Mathematics was taken only as an improvement or additional without passing it as a full subject.

MHT-CET
You are eligible if:

  • You passed Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics.

  • Mathematics from NIOS is shown as a passed subject.

  • NIOS is recognized for Maharashtra admissions.

  • Mathematics was passed before the admission year.

You are not eligible if:

  • Mathematics is not shown as a passed subject.

Important

  • Mathematics must be a separate and passed subject.

  • Keep both marksheets during counselling.

Always check the current year information brochure before applying.

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The registration for MH CET Law (5-year LLB) for the next cycle (likely 2026) hasn't started yet, but don't worry, it will open again around January/February, with the 2025 window closing in March. This means you can expect the same for the 2026 sessions.

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A non-local student does not get full fee reimbursement through MHT-CET or WBJEE. Full fee reimbursement is usually given only to students who belong to the home state and satisfy the state-specific eligibility rules. In MHT-CET, only Maharashtra domicile candidates under valid categories are eligible for government fee reimbursement. In WBJEE, only West Bengal domicile students can get the state benefits and fee waivers. If you are a non-local candidate in either state, you can still take admission, but you will not receive full fee reimbursement from the state government.