No, MHT-CET 2026 is not limited only to students from Maharashtra. Candidates from all over India can apply for the exam and appear for it without any restriction based on state. This makes it a good opportunity for students from different regions who want to pursue engineering, pharmacy, or agriculture courses in Maharashtra.
However, it is important to understand that Maharashtra state students are given preference under the state quota system. A large number of seats in government and government-aided colleges are reserved for candidates who have a Maharashtra domicile. Because of this, local students may have slightly better chances of getting into top colleges with lower ranks compared to out-of-state candidates.
That said, students from other states (also called OMS – Outside Maharashtra State candidates) can still apply and participate in the admission process. They can get admission mainly in private colleges, deemed universities, and through certain quota seats where state restrictions are less strict. If they score well in the exam, they can still secure good colleges.