The Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (MH SET) is a state-level exam that decides candidates' eligibility for Assistant Professor posts in universities and colleges across Maharashtra and Goa. As per the official notice from Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), the MH SET Exam Date 2026 has been postponed from 27 September 2026 to 25 October 2026 (Sunday). Only candidates who have successfully submitted their online application form will be allowed to appear.
MH SET Exam Date 2026 - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) |
| Exam Name | 41st Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (MH SET) |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor (eligibility determination) |
| Exam Date | 25 October 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Examination (Paper I and Paper II) |
| Level of Exam | State Level |
| Mode of Examination | Offline |
| Official Website | setexam.unipune.ac.in |
MH SET Important Dates 2026
Here is the complete MH SET 2026 schedule as released with the notification.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 28 May 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 2 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 3 July 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply with Late Fee | 23 July 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 24 to 26 July 2026 |
| MH SET Admit Card 2026 | 15 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | 25 October 2026 |
How to Apply for MH SET 2026
- Visit the official website of Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU): www.setexam.unipune.ac.in.
- On the homepage, click the link "Apply for M-SET Exam".
- For first-time applicants, click "New User Registration for SET Exam".
- Register using a valid email ID and password, then submit.
- Fill in personal, educational, and other required details in the application form.
- Upload a scanned photo (max 50 KB, JPG/JPEG) and signature (max 30 KB, JPG/JPEG).
- Pay the application fee applicable to your category and submit the form.
- Download and print the confirmation page of your MH SET Application Form 2026 for future reference.
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MH SET Important Instructions
- Only candidates who have successfully submitted their online application will be permitted to appear for the exam.
- Keep checking www.setexam.unipune.ac.in regularly, since exam dates can be revised, as seen with this year's postponement.
- Download the admit card as soon as it is released and verify all printed details.
- Carry a valid photo ID along with the admit card to the exam center, as is standard practice for such exams (confirm exact requirements from the admit card/notification once released).
