Overview

• Official Name: Entrance Examination (PGM-CET 2006) for Admission to Medical Postgraduate Courses (MD/MS/Diploma)
• Common Short Names: PGM-CET Maharashtra
• Type: State-level Entrance Examination conducted by the Government of Maharashtra
• Year Established: Exam conducted since 2006
• Campus City/State: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (Examination center locations vary within Maharashtra)
• Approvals & Affiliations: Conducted under the governance of the Maharashtra Health Sciences University (Maharashtra University of Health Sciences - MUHS), Nashik; recognised and mandated by Government of Maharashtra and Medical Council of India (now NMC) for postgraduate medical admissions
• Official Website: https://cetcell.mahacet.org/ (Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell)

Quick Facts

• Conducting Authority: Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell
• Exam For: MD/MS/Diploma Medical Postgraduate Admissions in Maharashtra
• Approximate Candidate Count: 10,000+ candidates appear annually
• Contact: Phone: +91-22-22626026, Email: helpdesk.cetcell@mahacet.org
• NAAC Grade: Not applicable – Exam authority
• Rankings: Not applicable – Entrance exam
• Key Authorities: Director, State CET Cell Maharashtra

Courses & Programs

• Medical Postgraduate Courses:
  • MD (Doctor of Medicine) – Duration: 3 years, Regular mode
  • MS (Master of Surgery) – Duration: 3 years, Regular mode
  • Diploma in various Medical Specialties – Duration: 2 years, Regular mode
• Faculties Covered: Medicine, Surgery, and allied medical disciplines

Admissions

• Admission Mode: State-level merit-based counseling through PGM-CET Maharashtra
• Accepted Entrance Exams: PGM-CET Maharashtra for MD/MS/Diploma admissions
• Admission Timeline: Examination typically conducted in May/June; counselling sessions from July to September annually
• Application Process:
  1. Visit Maharashtra State CET Cell Portal
  2. Register as a candidate and fill online application form
  3. Upload required documents and pay application fees online
  4. Download hall ticket from the portal before exam date
  5. Appear for PGM-CET examination as per schedule
  6. Check results online and participate in centralized counseling for seat allotment

Eligibility Criteria

• Qualification: MBBS degree recognized by Medical Council of India (now NMC)
• Internship: Completion of one year internship before admission year
• Minimum Marks: Minimum 50% aggregate marks in MBBS (45% for reserved categories)
• Age Limit: No age limit specified
• Documents Required:
  • MBBS Mark sheets and Degree Certificate
  • Internship Completion Certificate
  • Birth Certificate or Proof of Date of Birth
  • Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • Domicile Certificate (if applying under state quota)
  • Photograph and identity proof

Fee Structure & Scholarships

• Fee Structure:
  • PG Medical Course Annual Tuition Fee: Approx. ₹5,000 to ₹50,000 depending on Government or Private colleges
  • Hostel and Examination fees vary by college
• Scholarships & Financial Aid:
  • State Government Scholarships for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
  • Post-matric scholarships by Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
  • Institute merit-cum-need scholarships wherever applicable
  Details: Maharashtra Scholarship Portal

Placements & Career Outcomes

• Post MD/MS Career Paths: Clinical practice, academic teaching, hospital administration, research, govt./private hospitals
• Placement Statistics: Not applicable— medical PG seats lead to clinical or academic positions, not standard campus placements
• Internship & Residency Support: Provided through respective medical colleges affiliated with MUHS and hospitals
• Placement Cell Contact: Varies by medical college

Campus & Facilities

• Examination Centers: Selected government and private medical colleges across Maharashtra (e.g., Mumbai, Pune, Nashik, Aurangabad)
• Facilities at Affiliated Colleges: Hostels, mess, sports, laboratories, libraries, healthcare centers, Wi-Fi, research labs, student medical associations, annual medical education conferences
• Transport: Accessible by road and local train networks at major city campuses

Faculty & Research

• Faculty: Senior academicians and clinicians appointed by affiliated Medical Colleges under MUHS
• Research Centres: Affiliated medical colleges have research labs with focus on clinical and biomedical research
• Funding & Grants: Various government research grants for medical research through colleges
• Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs): Specific MoUs not published centrally

Rankings & Reputation

• NIRF Rankings (Medical colleges in Maharashtra): Several MUHS affiliated colleges feature in NIRF Medical Rankings (e.g., Seth GS Medical College, King Edward Memorial Hospital)
• NAAC Accreditation: Accreditation granted to individual affiliated medical colleges, not to exam authority
• Other Rankings: Individual affiliated institutes ranked by India Today, Outlook;
  See official college websites for details

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Results Publication: Available on Maharashtra State CET Cell Website
• Cut-Offs: Vary by course, category, and college; generally published as category-wise opening and closing ranks
• Seat Matrix: Published during counseling; available on CET Cell site (Seat Matrix)

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai
• Railway Stations: Mumbai Central, Dadar, Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (depending on exam centre)
• City Connectivity: Well connected by local trains, BEST buses, and metro services
• Local Transit: Auto rickshaws, taxis, app-based cabs readily available

FAQs

Q1: What is PGM-CET Maharashtra exam?

A state-level entrance exam for admission to MD/MS/Diploma medical postgraduate courses in Maharashtra.

Q2: Who conducts the PGM-CET exam?

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell under the Government of Maharashtra conducts the exam.

Q3: What are the eligibility criteria for PGM-CET?

MBBS degree from a recognized institute, completion of internship, and minimum required marks as per category.

Q4: How do I apply for the exam?

Apply online via the CET Cell official portal.

Q5: What is the exam pattern?

Multiple choice questions (MCQs) based exam; syllabus based on MBBS subjects as prescribed by Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS).

Q6: Are management quota seats available?

No management quota in government colleges; private colleges may have separate provisions as per government rules.

Q7: Where can I check results and cut-offs?

Results and cut-offs are published on Maharashtra CET Cell website.

Q8: Are there scholarships for PG medical students?

Yes, government and institute scholarships exist for reserved categories and merit-based candidates.

Q9: When is the exam usually conducted?

Annually around May or June; dates are notified officially each year.

Q10: How much is the application fee?

Typically between ₹2,500 to ₹5,000; exact fee detailed yearly on the official site.

Q11: Can Non-Maharashtra domicile candidates apply?

Yes, but admission seat reservations and quota are governed by domicile policies.

Q12: Is PGM-CET score valid for all medical colleges in Maharashtra?

Yes, for all government and affiliated private medical colleges under MUHS offering PG medical courses.