The Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) is going to end the application process for the 41st Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (MH SET) on 26th June 2026 (6 pm). Candidates who are interested in applying for the MH SET Exam must hurry up, as this is their last chance to apply. Once the link is inactivated, no online form will be accepted under any circumstances.
MH SET Notification 2026 Out
The MH SET Notification 2026 for the 41st Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (MH SET) has been released by the Savitribai Phule Pune University at their official website www.setexam.unipune.ac.in. Candidates who are willing to apply for the exam must go through the notification PDF to check all the details, like instructions to apply, application fee, and more.
MH SET 2026- Summary
Teaching aspirants interested in making a career in the teaching field have to qualify for the MH SET Exam, which includes 2 papers. To be eligible to appear for the 41st MH SET 2026 Exam, candidates have to submit their application forms through the official website www.setexam.unipune.ac.in by following the instructions mentioned in the notification PDF.
| MH SET 2026- Overview | |
| Organization | Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) |
| Exam Name | 41st Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (MH SET) |
| Post Name | Assistant Professors |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Last Registration Date | 26th June 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Examination (Paper I and Paper II) |
| Level of Exam | State Level |
| Mode of Examination | Offline |
| Official Website | www.setexam.unipune.ac.in |
MH SET 2026- Important Dates
The MH SET Notification 2026 has been released at www.setexam.unipune.ac.in with the complete schedule. The last date to apply online for the MH SET Exam 2026 is 26th June 2026. Check important dates from the table below.
| Events | Dates |
| Notification Release Date | 28th May 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 2nd June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26th June 2026 (6 pm) |
| Last Date to Apply with Late Fee |
30th June 2026 (6 pm) |
| Application Correction Window | 1st July – 3rd July 2026 |
| Exam Date | 26th July 2026 (Sunday) |
MH SET Exam Date 2026 Out
Along with the release of the notification, the officials have also announced the MH SET Exam Date 2026 for the 41st Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (MH SET). The exam will be conducted on a single day, i.e., 26th July 2026 (Sunday). Only the candidates who will submit their online application forms successfully will be eligible to appear for the exam.
MH SET Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates interested in the 41st Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (MH SET) must be aware that they fulfill the required eligibility parameters for the MH SET exam. Here we have shared the eligibility criteria in terms of educational qualification and age limit as mentioned in the notification pdf.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have completed post-graduation to be eligible to apply online for the MH SET Exam. A candidate who has already qualified for SET in a subject will not be allowed to appear again for SET in the same subject.
- The candidates must have completed their Master’s Degree/ Post Graduation form recognized by U.G.C., in a subject of SET.
- Candidates from the general category must have secured at least 55% marks (without gracing or rounding off )in the Master’s or equivalent examination.
- Candidates from OBC/ SBC/DT(VJ)/NT [belonging to non-creamy layer and SC/ST//Trans genders/PwD/Orphans must be required to secure at least 50% marks (without gracing or rounding off) in Masters or equivalent Examination.
- Candidates can appear for the MH SET Exam 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 etc., Home Science: M.Sc., M.A. Home Science.
Age Limit
No upper age limit to apply online for the Maharashtra State Eligibility Test.
MH SET Application Form 2026 Link
Candidates who are interested in applying for the NH SET exam but haven’t applied yet must act fast, as the last date is 26th June 2026 (6 pm), is the last day to register. Candidates can submit their duly filled application form through the official website www.setexam.unipune.ac.in or the direct link shared here.
MH SET Application Fee 2026
Candidates have to pay an application fee to complete the MH SET Application Form. The fee will be paid in online mode through a Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking Only and once paid will be refunded under any circumstances.
| Category | Application Fee |
| Open | Rs. 800/- |
| OBC/DT(A (VJ)/ NT(B)/NT(C)/ NT(D)/SEBC/ (for Non-Creamy Layer)*/Open (EWS)/ PwD/ SC/ ST/ Trans-gender/ Orphan | Rs. 650/- |
How to Fill MH SET Application Form 2026
Candidates can fill out their MH SET Application Form 2026 at the official website by following the below step-by-step process.
- Go to the official website of Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) at www.setexam.unipune.ac.in.
- On the homepage Click on the link that reads “Apply for M-SET held on 26th July 2026 (Sunday)”.
- For new registration. Click on the tab ‘New User Registration for SET Exam 26th July 2026.’
- To complete the registration process, enter a valid email ID and password and click on the Submit tab.
- After the successful registration process, submit your application form by providing your personal details, education, and other required details.
- Upload a scanned copy of your Photo and Signature (Photo Size: 50KB JPG/ JPEG)/(Signature Size: 30KB JPG/ JPEG).
- Pay the application fee for the MH SET Examination as per category and click on the final submit tab.
- Download and take a printout of the MH SET Application Form 2026 for future reference.
MH SET Exam Pattern 2026
- The Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (MH SET) will consist of two papers.
- The time duration is a total of 3 hours
- For each correct answer, 2 marks will be awarded
- There is no negative marking in the MH SET exam
| Paper | Subject | Total Questions | Total Marks | Time Duration |
| Paper 1 | Reasoning Ability, Comprehension, Divergent Thinking, and General Awareness of the Candidate | 50 | 100 | 1 hour |
| Paper 2 | Subject chosen by candidates | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
| Total | 150 | 300 | 3 hours | |
MH SET 2026- Minimum Qualifying Marks
Candidates are required to score a minimum qualifying mark to qualify for the MH SET exam.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
| OPEN/ EWS/ Orphan | 40% |
| SC/ST/PwD (Disability 40% Or More)/Trans-Genders/ Orphan | 35% |
| OBC/DT(A (VJ)/ NT(B)/ NT(C)/NT(D)/ SBC/ (Non Creamy Layer Only) | 35% |









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