MCAER CET 2027 — the Maharashtra Council of Agricultural Education and Research Common Entrance Test — is expected to be held in May 2027 (UG) and July 2027 (PG). Applications for the UG CET are expected to open in January 2027. The exam is conducted by MCAER through the Maharashtra Agricultural Universities Examination Board (MAUEB) for admission to B.Sc., M.Sc., B.Tech., M.Tech. and MBA programmes across the State Agricultural Universities (SAUs) of Maharashtra — covering Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Forestry, Home Science, Food Technology and Agricultural Biotechnology. Candidates preparing for the MCAER PG CET 2027 or MCAER UG CET 2027 can find full details — eligibility, application form, exam pattern, syllabus sections and counselling process — on this page.

Disclaimer: All 2027 dates mentioned on this page are indicative and based on previous-year trends. They will be updated to confirmed status once the official MCAER CET 2027 notification is released on the official website.

MCAER CET 2027 Key Highlights

What Is the Current Status of MCAER CET 2027?

• The official notification for MCAER CET 2027 is yet to be released. All dates below are based on previous-year schedules and are indicative only.
• Based on the 2023 cycle, the admit card for the PG CET is expected to be released approximately 10 days before the examination date (expected).
• The MCAER PG CET 2027 exam is expected to be held in July 2027 (expected).
• The answer key for MCAER CET 2027 is expected to be released within 10 days of the examination (expected).
• The result for MCAER CET 2027 is expected to be announced approximately 2–3 weeks after the examination concludes (expected).
• The exam is conducted by MCAER for admission to postgraduate and undergraduate programmes in agriculture and allied sciences across Maharashtra’s four State Agricultural Universities.
• The exam is a multiple-choice question (MCQ) based test with a total of 200 questions and no negative marking.

When Are the MCAER CET 2027 Exam Dates?

The exam is conducted by the Maharashtra Council of Agricultural Education and Research (MCAER) for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in agriculture and allied sciences. The table below lists the expected schedule for MCAER CET 2027 based on the previous-year pattern. Confirmed dates will be updated once the official notification is published on www.mcaer.org.

How to Fill the MCAER CET 2027 Online Application Form?

The detailed information regarding the MCAER CET 2027 application form is given below.

• An online MCAER CET application form 2027 must be filled in order to be considered as a candidate for the entrance exam.
• The UG applications usually start in January and the UG exam is held in the month of May.
• The PG application process is typically initiated a few months later, with the MCAER PG CET 2027 scheduled in July.
• Candidates are advised to keep a copy of the filled application form for future reference, including counselling.
• The application form for both UG and PG streams is available on the official website: www.mcaer.org.

MCAER CET 2027 Application Fee

The details regarding the MCAER CET 2027 application fee are given below. Candidates should verify the exact fee structure on the official notification, as it may be revised for the 2027 cycle.

*Reserved category includes SC, ST, OBC, and other categories as defined by the Maharashtra government. Fees are subject to revision in the official 2027 notification.

What Is the MCAER CET 2027 Eligibility Criteria?

The MCAER CET 2027 eligibility criteria are given below. Candidates must ensure they meet the required qualifications before applying.

For UG:

• Candidates must have cleared the 10+2 level examination from the Maharashtra State Board of Higher Secondary Education or an equivalent recognised board.
• The subjects Physics, Chemistry, Biology (or Agriculture) and English must have been studied at the 10+2 level.
• Candidates appearing in the qualifying examination are also eligible to apply, subject to producing final mark sheets at the time of counselling or admission.

For PG:

Candidates must hold a 4-year graduation degree in one of the following programmes from a recognised university: B.Sc. (Agriculture), B.B.A. (Agriculture), B.Sc. (ABM), B.Sc. (BBM), B.Sc. (Agri. Bio-Tech.), B.Sc. (Horticulture), or B.Sc. (Forestry). Candidates in the final year of the qualifying degree may also apply provisionally.

What Is the MCAER CET 2027 Exam Pattern?

• The PG CET exam is divided into 6 sections:
  • Agriculture
  • Animal Husbandry and Dairy Science
  • Forestry and Wildlife Management
  • Home Science
  • Horticulture
  • Soil and Water Conservation
• The minimum qualifying marks for MCAER CET 2027 are 40% for General (Open) category candidates and 35% for Reserved category candidates.

The detailed information regarding the MCAER CET 2027 exam pattern is given below.

• Total Questions: 200 multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
• Duration: 2 hours
• Marking Scheme:
  • Correct answer: +1 mark for every correct response
  • Incorrect answer: No negative marking
  • Unattempted questions: No marks deducted
• Medium: English
• Mode: Offline (pen and paper)

MCAER CET 2027 Analytics

The table below presents approximate data from previous cycles to help candidates benchmark their preparation for MCAER CET 2027. These figures are approximate and based on publicly available information; exact figures may vary.

How Is the MCAER CET 2027 Result and Merit List Prepared?

The details regarding the result of MCAER CET 2027 are given below.

• Results of the CET exam are usually announced 2 to 3 weeks after the conclusion of the examination.
• Once the results are announced, candidates can view the MCAER CET 2027 merit list on the official website of MCAER, following which they can proceed for counselling.
• The counselling schedule and process details are uploaded on the official website. Based on the rank obtained by the candidate, he or she is called to participate in the counselling process conducted for admission to the various UG and PG courses offered by MCAER and its affiliated institutes.

MCAER CET 2027 Merit List

The details regarding the MCAER CET 2027 merit list are given below.

• The merit list is prepared on the basis of the marks obtained by the candidate in the CET exam.
• The final merit list is prepared by allotting 70% weightage to the marks obtained by the candidate in the CET exam and the remaining 30% weightage to the candidate’s CGPA score from the qualifying degree.
• Separate merit lists are prepared for each subject/discipline group.
• Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for the release of provisional and final merit lists.

MCAER Courses — UG and PG Programmes

The list of UG and PG courses offered through MCAER CET 2027 is given below:

For the complete list of colleges and State Agricultural Universities accepting admissions through MCAER CET 2027, please visit the official website.

MCAER CET 2027 Highlights

Knowledge Graph — MCAER CET 2027

Official Sources

• www.mcaer.org — Official website of Maharashtra Council of Agricultural Education and Research

Conclusion

MCAER CET 2027 is an important state-level entrance examination for students aspiring to pursue UG and PG programmes in agriculture and allied sciences in Maharashtra. The MCAER PG CET 2027 is expected in July 2027, while UG applications are expected to open in January 2027. Aspirants should regularly monitor www.mcaer.org for the official notification, application form dates and admit card. Begin your preparation early by reviewing the six PG exam sections and practising 200-question MCQ papers within the two-hour time limit. Ensure all eligibility documents — qualifying degree mark sheets, category certificates and photograph — are ready before the application window opens. Stay updated, apply on time and check the official merit list after results are declared to prepare for counselling.