MHT CET 2027 Syllabus — Topic-Wise for PCM & PCB
MHT CET 2027 syllabus for PCM and PCB, chapter by chapter: the whole Class 12 list plus the Class 11 chapters named in the official CET Cell syllabus.
The MHT CET syllabus is about 20% Class 11 and 80% Class 12 — and it follows the Maharashtra State Board topic list, not NCERT. That last point trips up many students: if you prepare only from NCERT or JEE/NEET material, you can miss board-specific chapters. This guide lists the chapter-wise syllabus for both the PCM (engineering) and PCB (pharmacy/agriculture) groups from the official MHT CET 2026 syllabus — the latest one, and the basis for 2027 until the CET Cell publishes the 2027 version.
How the MHT CET Syllabus Is Weighted
| Group | Subjects | Class 11 | Class 12 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCM (Engineering) | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | ~20% | ~80% |
| PCB (Pharmacy/Agri) | Physics, Chemistry, Biology | ~20% | ~80% |
Physics and Chemistry are common to both groups: 50 questions each at 1 mark, in the first 90 minutes. Then comes Mathematics (50 questions at 2 marks) or Biology (100 questions at 1 mark) for 90 minutes. Either way the third subject is worth 100 of the 200 marks, so it is your biggest score lever.
Physics — Class 12 Topics (high weightage)
- Rotational Dynamics
- Mechanical Properties of Fluids
- Kinetic Theory of Gases and Radiation
- Thermodynamics
- Oscillations
- Superposition of Waves
- Wave Optics
- Electrostatics
- Current Electricity
- Magnetic Fields due to Electric Current
- Magnetic Materials
- Electromagnetic Induction
- AC Circuits
- Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter
- Structure of Atoms and Nuclei
- Semiconductor Devices
Class 11 Physics (~20%): Vectors, Error Analysis, Motion in a Plane, Laws of Motion, Gravitation, Thermal Properties of Matter, Sound, Optics, Electrostatics, and Semiconductors.
Chemistry — Class 12 Topics (high weightage)
- Solid State
- Solutions
- Ionic Equilibria
- Chemical Thermodynamics
- Electrochemistry
- Chemical Kinetics
- Elements of Groups 16, 17 and 18
- Transition and Inner-Transition Elements
- Coordination Compounds
- Halogen Derivatives
- Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers
- Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids
- Amines
- Biomolecules
- Introduction to Polymer Chemistry
- Green Chemistry and Nanochemistry
Class 11 Chemistry (~20%): Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry, Structure of Atom, Chemical Bonding, Redox Reactions, Elements of Groups 1 and 2, States of Matter (Gases and Liquids), Adsorption and Colloids (Surface Chemistry), Hydrocarbons, Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry, and Chemistry in Everyday Life.
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- Mathematical Logic
- Matrices
- Trigonometric Functions
- Pair of Straight Lines
- Vectors
- Line and Plane
- Linear Programming
- Differentiation
- Applications of Derivatives
- Integration
- Applications of Definite Integration
- Differential Equations
- Probability Distributions
- Binomial Distribution
Class 11 Maths (~20%): Trigonometry II, Straight Line, Circle, Conic Sections, Probability, Complex Numbers, Permutations and Combinations, Functions, Limits, and Continuity.
Biology — Class 12 Topics (PCB, 1 mark each)
- Reproduction in Lower and Higher Plants
- Reproduction in Lower and Higher Animals
- Inheritance and Variation
- Molecular Basis of Inheritance
- Origin and Evolution of Life
- Plant Water Relation
- Plant Growth and Mineral Nutrition
- Respiration and Circulation
- Control and Coordination
- Human Health and Diseases
- Enhancement of Food Production
- Biotechnology
- Organisms and Populations
- Ecosystems and Energy Flow
- Biodiversity, Conservation and Environmental Issues
Class 11 Biology (~20%): Biomolecules, Respiration and Energy Transfer, Human Nutrition, and Excretion and Osmoregulation.
How to Use This Syllabus
- Start with Class 12 — it is about 80% of the paper. Cover every Class 12 chapter first.
- Do not skip the listed Class 11 chapters. They are about 20% of marks and the foundation for Class 12 chapters — but you only need the chapters named above, not the whole Class 11 syllabus.
- Map against the State Board, not NCERT. If you study from NCERT, cross-check the Maharashtra Board topic names so nothing slips through.
- Prioritise the third subject. Maths (PCM) or Biology (PCB) is worth half the marks — strong scores there move your percentile most.
- Practise without negative marking in mind. Attempt everything; train for speed and accuracy, not selective attempting.
This syllabus follows the State CET Cell's official MHT CET 2026 syllabus and marking scheme (Class 12 chapter names as in the Maharashtra board textbooks). Confirm the exact topic list and any changes for 2027 on the State CET Cell website. For dates, see the MHT CET 2027 exam date and pattern page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MHT CET 2027 syllabus based on?
The MHT CET syllabus is set by the State CET Cell on the Maharashtra State Board (SCERT Maharashtra) syllabus: the whole Class 12 syllabus plus a listed set of Class 11 chapters, with about 20% weightage for Class 11 and 80% for Class 12. The CET Cell hasn't published a 2027 syllabus yet, so the MHT CET 2026 syllabus — the latest official one, used on this page — is the basis for 2027 preparation. Check cetcell.mahacet.org for the 2027 version.
What subjects are in MHT CET 2027?
It depends on your group. PCM (engineering) covers Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. PCB (pharmacy and agriculture) covers Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Physics and Chemistry are common to both groups; only the third subject differs.
Is the MHT CET syllabus the same as JEE or NEET?
There is large overlap because all are built on Class 11-12 Physics, Chemistry, Maths, and Biology, but MHT CET follows the Maharashtra State Board topic list, which differs from the JEE Main and NEET syllabus in places — for example Mathematical Logic, Pair of Straight Lines and Linear Programming in Maths, and Solid State and Polymer Chemistry in Chemistry. The CET Cell says Physics, Chemistry and Maths questions are at the level of JEE Main and Biology at the level of NEET. If you prepare from NCERT, cross-check the State Board topics so you do not miss board-specific chapters.
How much of MHT CET 2027 is from Class 11?
About 20%. In the 2026 scheme, 10 of the 50 questions in each of Physics, Chemistry and Maths, and 20 of the 100 Biology questions, came from Class 11 — and only from the Class 11 chapters listed in the syllabus. Class 11 topics such as vectors, chemical bonding and trigonometry also support Class 12 chapters, so they cannot be skipped.
Is there negative marking in MHT CET 2027?
No. MHT CET has no negative marking, so you should attempt all questions. Mathematics questions carry 2 marks each, while Physics, Chemistry and Biology questions carry 1 mark each. Both groups are out of 200 marks: PCM has 150 questions and PCB has 200.
Which is the most scoring section in MHT CET?
The third subject carries half the marks in both groups: Maths is 50 questions × 2 marks and Biology is 100 questions × 1 mark, so each is worth 100 of the 200 marks. Strong Maths or Biology can lift your percentile significantly, so allocate preparation time accordingly.