MH SET Exam Date 2026 (Revised) Out, Check Official Shifts & Schedules Here

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The MH SET Exam Date 2026 has been revised for the second time for candidates aspiring to become Assistant Professors in universities and colleges across Maharashtra and Goa. The 41st Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (MH SET) will now be conducted on 25 October 2026 (Sunday), as per the latest notification issued by Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) on 13 September 2026.

If you are preparing for the MH SET 2026 examination, this article provides the complete exam schedule, important dates, application timeline, correction window, and other essential information in one place.

MH SET Exam Date 2026: Highlights

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (MH SET) 2026
Conducting Authority	Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU)
Exam Level	State Eligibility Test
Purpose	Eligibility for Assistant Professor
Exam Date	25 October 2026 (Sunday) (Revised)
Exam Mode	Offline (OMR-Based)
Papers	Paper I and Paper II
Official Status	Exam Date Announced

MH SET Exam Date 2026 Revised

SPPU has revised the MH SET 2026 exam date once again through an official notice dated 13 September 2026. The exam, earlier rescheduled to 27 September 2026, will now be held on 25 October 2026. According to the notice, the change follows the recently released schedules of the UPSC and other competitive examinations, along with the Anant Chaturdashi festival falling on 25 September 2026, which could have created travel and logistical difficulties for candidates reaching their exam centres. After considering representations received on both counts, SPPU decided to reschedule the exam for candidates’ convenience.

MH SET 2026 Important Dates

Candidates should carefully note all the important dates announced by the conducting authority.

Event	Date
Application Correction Window	24 July 2026 (11:00 AM) to 26 July 2026 (6:00 PM)
MH SET Exam Date	25 October 2026 (Revised)

MH SET Exam Schedule

The Maharashtra SET Examination will be held on Sunday, 25 October 2026. The examination consists of two papers conducted on the same day. The official shift schedule is expected to remain similar to previous years. Candidates should, however, refer to their admit card once released for the exact reporting time and examination centre details.

Paper	Timing	Duration
Paper I	Morning Session	1 Hour
Paper II	Morning Session	2 Hours

How to check MH SET Exam date 2026??

To check the MH SET Exam Date 2026, follow these simple steps:

Visit the official MH SET website: MH SET Official Portal
On the homepage, click on “Important Dates” or look for the latest notification.
Check the schedule where the examination date is mentioned.
As per the latest official update, the MH SET 2026 Examination will be held on 25 October 2026 (Sunday).

The admit card release date will be notified soon by the exam authorities.

Who Should Appear for MH SET 2026?

The MH SET examination is designed for candidates seeking eligibility for the post of Assistant Professor in universities and colleges across Maharashtra and Goa. Candidates who have completed or are pursuing their postgraduate degree in the prescribed subjects and fulfill the eligibility criteria can apply for the examination. Qualifying MH SET makes candidates eligible to apply for Assistant Professor recruitment in institutions that recognize the Maharashtra SET qualification.