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MH SET Notification 2026 has been released by Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) on behalf of the Maharashtra State Government. The 41st SET examination will be conducted on Sunday, 26th July 2026 at centres across Maharashtra and Goa. The application form is available online at setexam.unipune.ac.in from 2nd June 2026. Candidates aspiring for assistant professorship in Maharashtra and Goa colleges must go through this notification carefully before applying.
MH SET Notification 2026 Out
Savitribai Phule Pune University has officially released the MH SET 2026 notification on its official website setexam.unipune.ac.in. The application window opens on 2nd June 2026 at 11:00 a.m. and closes on 16th June 2026 at 6:00 p.m. with a regular fee. A late fee window is also available from 17th to 19th June 2026. The exam will be conducted in OMR-based (offline) mode across 18 cities in Maharashtra and Goa.
MH SET Notification 2026: Overview
The table below gives a quick summary of all important details related to MH SET 2026.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (MH SET) |
| Conducting Body | Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) |
| Purpose | Eligibility for Assistant Professorship |
| Edition | 41st |
| State | Maharashtra & Goa |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Mode of Exam | OMR-Based (Offline) |
| Exam Level | State Level |
| Exam Date | 26th July 2026 (Sunday) |
| Official Website | setexam.unipune.ac.in |
| Official Notice | Download Here |
MH SET 2026 Important Dates
All the key dates for MH SET 2026 are now officially confirmed as per the released notification. Candidates should note that the late fee window is only 3 days, so it is advised to apply within the regular fee period.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Form Start Date | 2nd June 2026 (11:00 a.m. onwards) |
| Last Date to Apply (Regular Fee) | 16th June 2026 (till 6:00 p.m.) |
| Last Date to Apply (Late Fee) | 17th June 2026 (11:00 a.m.) to 19th June 2026 (till 6:00 p.m.) |
| Fee Payment List Display (Tentative) | 2nd week of July 2026 |
| MH SET Exam Date | 26th July 2026 (Sunday) |
MH SET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must check the MH SET 2026 eligibility criteria carefully before filling out the application form. Eligibility is based on educational qualification, category, and domicile. There is no upper age limit to apply for the MH SET. Below are the details of the eligibility criteria:
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Master’s Degree recognized by UGC in the subject of SET |
| Minimum Marks – General / EWS | 55% in Master’s degree (without rounding or gracing) |
| Minimum Marks – SC / ST / OBC / SEBC / DT(VJ) / NT / Transgender / PwD / Orphan | 50% in Master’s degree (without rounding or gracing) |
| Appearing Candidates | Candidates in the final year of Master’s may apply provisionally |
| Not Eligible | Candidates in 1st year / 1st–2nd semester of Master’s; M.Sc. by PPPR/Research candidates |
| Domicile for Reservation | Only Maharashtra & Goa domicile candidates can avail of the reservation benefits |
| Subject | Candidates must appear in the subject of their postgraduation only |
| Already Qualified | Candidates already SET qualified in a subject cannot appear again in the same subject |
| Age Limit | No upper age limit |
MH SET 2026 Application Form Link
The MH SET 2026 application form is available online at setexam.unipune.ac.in from 2nd June 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Candidates need to register with a valid email ID and then fill out the application form.
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply for MH SET 2026
The entire application process for MH SET 2026 is online only. Follow the steps below carefully to apply without any mistakes:
- Visit the official website: setexam.unipune.ac.in
- Click on “Apply Now” on the homepage to fill out the User Registration Form
- Enter a valid email ID and create a password—this email ID becomes your username.
- Log in using the registered Username and Password
- Step 1: Click on “Fill Main Application Form” and fill in all personal, academic, and subject details carefully. Click “Submit” after verifying all details—a unique Application Number will be generated
- Step 2: Upload scanned passport-size photo (max 50 KB, JPG/JPEG) and signature (max 30 KB, JPG/JPEG)
- Step 3: Click on “Payment and Print Application Form” and pay the examination fee via credit/debit card or internet banking/UPI.
- After successful payment, download and print the 2-page Online Application Form (Page 1: Application details; Page 2: Payment transaction details)
- Keep the printout safe—do not send it to any coordinating centre or the SET Department
Application Fees
The MH SET 2026 application fee must be paid online during the application process via debit/credit card, internet banking, or UPI. The fee is non-refundable once submitted.
| Category | Regular Fee | Late Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Open (General / Unreserved) | Rs. 800/- | Rs. 1,300/- |
| OBC / DT(A)(VJ) / NT(B) / NT(C) / NT(D) / SEBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / Open (EWS) / PwD / SC / ST / Transgender / Orphan | Rs. 650/- | Rs. 1,150/- |
MH SET 2026 Exam Pattern
MH SET 2026 will be conducted in OMR-based mode only, with two papers in a single day. Both papers are compulsory and consist of objective-type (MCQ) questions. Below is the exam pattern:
| Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I – General Aptitude | 50 (All Compulsory) | 100 (2 marks each) | 1 Hour | 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. |
| Paper II – Subject Specific | 100 (All Compulsory) | 200 (2 marks each) | 2 Hours | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. |
| Total | 150 | 300 | 3 Hours | – |
| Negative Marking | None | – | – | – |
MH SET 2026 Syllabus
The MH SET syllabus is based on the UGC NET and UGC-CSIR NET syllabus, which is available on the official SET website as well as on the UGC website. The exam is conducted in 32 subjects across the faculties of Arts, Science, Commerce, Law, Management, Education, and Physical Education.
Paper I Syllabus (General Aptitude):
Paper I is common for all candidates and covers the following topics:
- Teaching Aptitude
- Research Aptitude
- Reading Comprehension
- Reasoning (including Mathematical Reasoning)
- Communication
- Information & Communication Technology (ICT)
- Data Interpretation
- People, Development & Environment
- Higher Education System
Paper II Syllabus (Subject-Specific):
The Paper II syllabus is based on the subject chosen by the candidate at the postgraduate level. The syllabus is aligned with postgraduate-level knowledge and is detailed and updated as per UGC norms. The 32 subjects in which MH SET 2026 is conducted are listed below.
| Subject Code | Subject Name |
|---|---|
| 01 | Marathi |
| 02 | Hindi |
| 03 | English |
| 04 | Sanskrit |
| 05 | Urdu |
| 10 | History |
| 11 | Economics |
| 12 | Philosophy |
| 13 | Psychology |
| 14 | Sociology |
| 15 | Political Science |
| 16 | Defence & Strategic Studies |
| 17 | Home Science |
| 18 | Library & Information Science |
| 19 | Mass Communication & Journalism |
| 20 | Social Work |
| 21 | Public Administration |
| 30 | Mathematical Sciences |
| 31 | Environmental Sciences |
| 32 | Physical Science |
| 33 | Chemical Sciences |
| 34 | Life Sciences |
| 35 | Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean & Planetary Science |
| 36 | Geography |
| 37 | Computer Science & Application |
| 38 | Electronics Science |
| 39 | Forensic Science |
| 50 | Commerce |
| 51 | Management |
| 60 | Law |
| 70 | Education |
| 71 | Physical Education |
MH SET 2026 Qualifying Marks
Candidates must appear in both papers and secure a minimum aggregate of marks across both papers to be considered eligible. Below are the Qualifying Marks of MH SET 2026:
| Category | Minimum Aggregate Marks (Both Papers Combined) |
|---|---|
| Open / EWS | 40% |
| SC / ST / PwD (40% or more disability) / Transgender / Orphan | 35% |
| OBC / DT(A)(VJ) / NT(B) / NT(C) / NT(D) / SEBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 35% |
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