MH-SET
Maharashtra State Eligibility Test
Form Date: 08 Dec - 10 Dec 2026 (Tentative)
Pen & Paper Mode
Form Date: 08 Dec - 10 Dec 2026
MH-SET Basic Information
- Application Fee:₹ 800
- Examination Modes:Pen & Paper Mode
- Exam Conducting Body:Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU)
MH SET 2027: Notification, Application Form, Exam Date, Syllabus
Updated On - October 02 2026 by Abhinandan Singh
MH SET 2027 exam is conducted every year by the Savitribai Phule Pune University. Maharashtra State Eligibility Test is conducted for the post of Assistant Professor in the states of Maharashtra and Goa. MH SET is a state-level eligibility exam. Maharashtra SET exam is conducted in 32 different subjects of Arts, Commerce, Science, Management, Law, Mental, Moral and Social Sciences Education and Physical Education. Also, the candidates must go through the article to know more about MH SET 2027 Application Form, Eligibility Criteria, Admit Card, Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Result, Counselling, etc.
Latest Updates
- MH SET 2027 will be conducted by Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) across 17 cities in Maharashtra and Goa.
- The MH SET 2027 exam is tentatively scheduled for 26 March 2027. The official schedule is expected to be announced by SPPU on setexam.unipune.ac.in.
- Candidates who register for the examination will be able to download their admit card from the official website at setexam.unipune.ac.in once it is released.
- The exam will be an objective-type test conducted in two sessions: Session 1 (Paper 1) from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, and Session 2 (Paper 2) from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
- Paper 1 will consist of 50 compulsory questions; Paper 2 will consist of 100 compulsory questions.
- Candidates must carry a printout of their admit card to the examination centre along with a valid photo ID proof for verification.
MH SET 2027 Exam Status
Candidates can check MH SET status from below:
| Particulars | Status |
|---|---|
| MH SET Status 2027 | Notification |
MH-SET 2027 Important Dates
The candidates can check the dates regarding MH SET 2027 below in the given table:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form start date | 08.12.2026 (tentative) |
| Last date to fill the Application Form | 10.12.2026 (tentative) |
| Last date of submission of online Fee through Credit card/Debit card/Net Banking | Expected to be announced by SPPU |
| Correction/Editing of particulars in the Application form start date | Expected to be announced by SPPU |
| Correction/Editing of particulars in the Application form deadline | Expected to be announced by SPPU |
| Admit Card available for Download | Expected to be announced by SPPU |
| MH-SET 2027 Exam Date | 26.03.2027 (tentative) |
| Answer Key releasing date | TBA |
| Result Date | TBA |
MH-SET 2027 Answer key
Authority will publish MH SET 2027 answer key on the official website after the commencement of the exam. If candidates have any doubt regarding the answer key, they can object to the answer key with payment of Rs.1000 /- per request. In case their objection is found correct then only the authority will refund the objection fees. After correcting and go through all objection the authority will release the final answer key and result is prepared based on the final answer key.
MH-SET 2027 Result
The result of the MH-SET will be made available on the official website .in when it is declared. Candidates can download the result by following the instructions given below:
- Go to SET Exam official website which is set exam.unique.ac.in.
- Then click on result link appearing on the main menu.
- After that, Click on select appropriate exam section. Note that this will only be available only if the result is out.
- Then the candidate has to select with marks or without marks option.
- Now the candidate has to enter seat number, name, birth date and mobile number (as mentioned in Online Application Form).
- The result of Maharashtra SET 2027 will be displayed on the screen.
- Candidates can download the Result in PDF format and keep it safe for further events.
MH-SET 2027 Exam Pattern
Candidates must go through the given points related to MH-SET 2027 exam pattern :
| Exam Mode | Offline(Pen and Paper) |
|---|---|
| Duration | 180 Minutes or 3 Hours |
| No. of Papers | 2 (Paper 1 and Paper 2) |
| No. of Sessions | 2 (Session 1 and Session 2) |
| Number of Questions |
|
| Type of Questions | Objective mode |
| Marking |
|
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Medium | English and Hindi |
The distribution of negative marking is not specified on the official website.
| Session | Paper | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
| First | I | 50 out of 60 questions | 50 x 2 = 100 | 1-1/4 Hrs. (10:00 a.m. to 11.15 a.m.) |
| First | II | 50 all compulsory | 50 x 2= 100 | 1-1/4 Hrs. (11:15 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.) |
| Second | III | 75 all compulsory | 75 x 2= 150 | 2-1/2 Hrs. (02:00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.) |
MH-SET 2027 Syllabus
Savitribai Phule Pune University will conduct Maharashtra State eligibility Test 2027 in the following subjects:
MH-SET Subjects:
- Marathi
- Hindi
- English
- Sanskrit
- Urdu
- History
- Economics
- Philosophy
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Political Science
- Defence & Strategic Studies
- Home Science
- Library & Information Science
- Journalism & Mass Communication
- Social Work
- Public Administration
- Mathematical Sciences
- Environmental Sciences
- Physical Science
- Chemical Sciences
- Life Sciences
- Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean & Planetary Science
- Geography
- Computer Science & Application
- Electronics Science
- Forensic Science
- Commerce
- Management
- Law
- Education
- Physical Education
MH-SET 2027 Admit Card
The Savitribai Phule Pune University will issue the Maharashtra SET Hall Ticket 2027. The hall tickets will be issued on the official website of the university at the set exam.unique.ac.in. Given below are some details related to MH-SET 2027 Hall Ticket:
- The candidates who have filled their application form can download the admit card from the official website by entering the username and password provided to them at the time of registration.
- Hall Ticket of Maharastra SET 2027 will be available on the official website. There is no other mode by which a candidate can get his or her to admit card.
- Candidates are advised to download and get a printout of their MH-SET ADMIT CARD 2027.
- Candidate has to carry their admit card and also one additional national photo identity such as Adhar Card, PAN card, Voter Id, etc to the examination center for the verification purpose on the Day of the Examination.
- The candidates will be allowed to appear only in the SET subject which is mentioned on the admit card.
- Applicants have to go to that particular Test center which is mentioned on their admit card.
MH-SET 2027 Application form
MH-SET 2027 Registration form is tentatively expected to open on 08 December 2026. Candidates who wish to become Assistant Professors in universities or colleges of Maharashtra and Goa can apply for this test by filling the application form in online mode. Refer to the instructions below to understand the steps for completing the MH State Eligibility Test registration form:
- The interested applicants have to visit the official web page of Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune.
- Candidates can register themselves by submitting the required details appearing on the screen.
- The username and password will be provided by the university after which candidates can fill their Application Form with all the correct and complete details.
- Candidates must have to check all the details mentioned in the application form before submitting it.
- In the application form, candidates have to upload scanned photo and signature.
- Make a payment of the exam fee. The examination fees once paid cannot be refunded under any circumstances.
- After submitting the application form, candidates are advised to take the print out of it for future use.
MH-SET 2027 Application Fee
After filling in all the details in the Application Form, candidates have to pay the registration fee as per their category. For further Information regarding MH-SET 2027 Registration fee, candidates can check the following table:
| Sr.No. | Category | Application Fees |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Open(General category) | Rs. 800/- |
| 2 | OBC/SBC/DT(A)/NT(B)/NT(C)/NT(D)/SEBC (Non Creamy Layer Category Only) /EWS/ OrphanSC/ST/PH/VH/Transgenders/ | Rs. 650/- |
| 3 | SC/ST/PH/VH/Transgenders | Rs. 650/- |
The candidates of other states except for Goa, belonging to reserved categories shall be treated as Open category, as per the reservation policy of Maharashtra & Goa Govts.
Mode of Payment:
- Candidates can pay the examination fee in Online mode only i.e. either by credit/ debit card or Internet Banking.
MH-SET 2027 Eligibility Criteria
Before applying for MH-SET 2027 Candidate must check the eligibility criteria for the exam. A candidate is advised to fill the Registration Form only if they are fulfiling the eligibility criteria as per Maharastra Government. MH-SET 2027 Eligibility is given below:
- Candidate must have a master’s Degree recognized by UGC student’s Post Graduate diploma/certificate awarded by Indian University/Institute or Foreign degree/Diploma/Certificate given by the Foreign University/Institute
- The students with SC/ST/OBC/SBC/DT/NT category, obtaining 55% marks in Master’s or related exam are eligible for this test. OBC/SBC/DT/NT from the non-creamy layer and SC/ST/PH/VH (PH & VH-Visually, i.e., Blind) category aspirants obtaining 50% marks in Master’s or related exam will be considered for the exam.
- Candidates who are still pursuing their Master's degree or any equivalent postgraduate course or candidates who have appeared in the final year exam of their Master’s degree and whose result is still awaited or applicants whose qualifying examinations have been delayed can also apply for MH-SET.
- Reserved Category Candidate of states outside Maharashtra or Goa will be treated as General Category Candidate as per the rules of Maharashtra Government.
- Candidates can appear for MH-SET in the subject of their Post Graduation only e.g.
- Commerce: M.Com.
- Environmental Science: M.Sc. Env. Sci.,
- Life Science: M.Sc. Life Science/Botany/Zoology/Microbiology/ Biotechnology,
- Home Science: M.Sc., M.A. Home Science etc.
- Registered Candidates should note that their candidature is provisional. Candidate has to verify their documents concerning the claims made in their application, after the result of the SET examination.
- A candidate who has already qualified MH-SET in any subject, he or she will not be allowed to appear again for MH-SET in the same subject. If a candidate is found doing so, the Authority have rights to take any legal actions against them.
- There is no upper age limit for the candidate to apply for MH-SET 2027.
- As per the rules by U.G.C., the candidates who have passed M.Sc. (by Research) will be not eligible to appear for the MH-SET.
MH-SET 2027 Exam Centre
The SET Examination will be conducted at the following 15 centers only. Candidate can choose their MH-SET 2027 Test Centre at their convenience from the following list:
| Center Name |
|---|
| Mumbai |
| Pune |
| Kolhapur |
| Nashik |
| Jalgoan |
| Aurangabad |
| Nanded |
| Amravati |
| Nagpur |
| Goa |
| Solapur |
| Chandrapur |
| Gadchiroli |
| Ahmednagar |
| Dhule |
Important Links for MH- SET 2027
Candidates can find all the important links for MH SET below.
| MH SET Syllabus (Updated) 2027 |
| MH SET 2027 Eligibility Criteria |
| MH SET 2027 Application Procedure |
| MHT SET 2027 Examination Scheme |
MH-SET 2027 Highlights
The Maharashtra State Eligibility Test highlights can be checked below:
| Exam Name( Commonly Known as) | MH-SET 2027 |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Maharashtra State Eligibility Test |
| Conducting Body | Savitribai Phule Pune University(SPPU) |
| Frequency | Once |
| Exam Level | State-level |
| Application Form Mode | Online |
| Examination Mode | Offline |
| MH-SET 2027 Official Website | https://setexam.unipune.ac.in/ |
| Application Link | Active Soon |
Stay Connected for more information regarding MH-SET 2027.
About Savitribai Phule Pune University
Savitribai Phule Pune University which is also Pune University is one of the prestigious university in India. Pune University is situated in the North-western region of Pune and was established on 10 February 1949 under the Poona University Act. Huge campus of 411-Acre houses 46 academic departments. Pune University has about 718 Affiliated colleges and research institutes under it. The University ranks 04 in state of Maharashtra and 10 in NIRF rankings of country. The main educational programs of the University of Pune are extended through a comprehensive course structure, with traditional and modern delivery processes. University provides more than 400-course programs covering different disciplines are offered at the Graduate and Post-Graduate levels. Pune University provides admission in doctoral research in a wide range of fields. The number of colleges affiliated with the this University, and its student is rapidly increased over the years.
MH-SET Important Dates
| Title | Dates |
|---|---|
| Form Date 2027 | 08 Dec - 10 Dec 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admit card | 16 Mar 2023 |
| Exam Date | 26 Mar 2027 (Tentative) |
Maharashtra State Eligibility Test Exam Pattern
Paper 1
Exam Duration:
1 hours
Total Marks:
100
Question Paper Type :
Multiple Choice Questions
Negative Marking:
No
S.No | Subjects | Questions | Marks | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | --- | 50 | 2 | 100 |
Instructions:Paper-I shall be of general nature, intended to assess the teaching/research aptitude of the candidate. It is primarily designed to test reasoning ability, comprehension, divergent thinking and general awareness of the candidate. Paper I shall consist of fifty (50) objective type compulsory questions of two marks each.
Paper 2
Exam Duration:
2 hours
Total Marks:
200
Question Paper Type :
Multiple Choice Questions
Negative Marking:
No
S.No | Subjects | Questions | Marks | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | --- | 100 | 2 | 200 |
Instructions:Paper-II shall consist of hundred (100) objective type compulsory questions, (except mathematical science) based on the subject selected by the candidate. Each question will carry two marks. In Mathematical Science, a student has to attempt all questions (100) either from Sections I & II or from Sections I & III only. The OMR sheets of the candidates attempting questions from both sections II & III, will be rejected.
Frequently Asked Questions
Form Start Date:
08 Dec 2026
Form End Date:
10 Dec 2026
The forms will open on 08 Dec 2026
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DAYS
Examination Date (Online):
26 Mar 2027
Application Fees:
₹ 800
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Waiting for the Maharashtra set 2021 updates??? When will the dates will finalized??? Plzzz as early as possible update us
Waiting for 2021 exam date