MH SET Exam Date 2026 (Out) - Check Official Schedule at setexam.unipune.ac.in
The Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) conducts the Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (MH SET) as the State Agency for Maharashtra and Goa. Qualifying MH SET makes a candidate eligible to apply for Assistant Professor positions in universities and colleges across Maharashtra and Goa. The 41st edition of the exam, MH SET 2026, has seen its exam date revised twice since the original notification was released.
MH SET Exam Date 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) |
| Exam Name | 41st Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (MH SET) 2026 |
| Purpose | Eligibility for Assistant Professor posts in Maharashtra & Goa |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (Pen-and-paper, OMR-based) |
| Number of Papers | 2 (Paper I and Paper II) |
| Original Exam Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Current Confirmed Exam Date | 27 September 2026 (Sunday) |
| Official Website | setexam.unipune.ac.in |
MH SET Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 28 May 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 2 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online (Regular Fee) | 26 June 2026 (6 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply with Late Fee | 30 June 2026 (6 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 1 July - 3 July 2026 |
| Exam Date (Original) | 26 July 2026 |
| Exam Date (1st Revision) | 6 September 2026 |
| Exam Date (Current, Confirmed) | 27 September 2026 (Sunday) |
Required Documents for MH SET 2026 Application
- Scanned passport-size photograph (JPG/JPEG, maximum 50 KB)
- Scanned signature (JPG/JPEG, maximum 30 KB)
- Valid email ID and mobile number for registration
- Postgraduate degree/marksheet details for entering educational qualification
- Category certificate details, where applicable (OBC/SC/ST/PwD/orphan, etc.)
- Debit card/credit card/net banking details for fee payment
How to Apply for MH SET 2026
- Visit the official SPPU SET website at setexam.unipune.ac.in.
- On the homepage, click the link for the MH SET application for the relevant exam date.
- For first-time applicants, click "New User Registration."
- Register using a valid email ID and password, then submit.
- Log in and fill in personal details, educational qualification, and other required information in the main application form.
- Upload the scanned photograph and signature as per the specified size and format.
- Pay the application fee applicable to your category.
- Submit the form and download/print a copy of the completed application for your records.
MH SET 2026 Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official SPPU SET website; the application link is deactivated after the deadline and no further submissions are accepted.
- Candidates can appear only for the subject matching their postgraduate degree.
- Retain a printed copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
- Keep checking the official website regularly, since the exam date has already been revised twice in this cycle.
- Carry the admit card and a valid photo ID to the exam centre; entry may be denied without these.
MH SET Exam Date 2026 - Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current confirmed MH SET exam date for 2026?
The 41st MH SET exam is currently confirmed for 27 September 2026 (Sunday), after being revised twice from the original 26 July 2026 date.
Why was the MH SET 2026 exam postponed?
It was first postponed from 26 July to 6 September 2026 to avoid a clash with MPSC exams and travel disruption from the Ashadhi Wari pilgrimage, and then postponed again to 27 September 2026 because 6 September clashed with the CTET exam.
Has the MH SET 2026 exam been postponed a third time?
As of this writing, no further postponement has been officially confirmed; 27 September 2026 remains the latest confirmed date. Candidates should verify on the official website closer to the date.
Is there negative marking in the MH SET exam?
No, there is no negative marking in the MH SET exam.