Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (MH SET) is a state-level exam conducted every year to determine eligibility for the post of Assistant Professor in universities and colleges of Maharashtra and Goa. The exam is organised by Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) on behalf of the state, and qualifying this test is mandatory if you want to apply for Assistant Professor positions in government, aided or many private institutions in these states.
According to the latest MH SET Notification 2026, this is the 41st edition of the exam and the complete schedule, along with online application details, has been uploaded on the official website www.setexam.unipune.ac.in. The test will be conducted in offline mode (OMR-based) and follows a pattern very similar to UGC NET with two papers in a single session.
Click Here: MH SET Notification 2026 PDF
MH SET Notification 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
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| Exam Name | 41st Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (MH SET) |
| Conducting Body | Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) |
| Post | Assistant Professor (Eligibility only) |
| Exam Level | State level (Maharashtra & Goa) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Papers | Paper I and Paper II in a single session |
| Official Website | setexam.unipune.ac.in |
MH SET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| MH SET Notification 2026 release date | 28th May 2026 |
| MH SET 2026 apply online starts | 2nd June 2026 (from 11:00 am) |
| Last date to apply online | 16th June 2026 (up to 6:00 pm) |
| Last date to pay application fee | 16th June 2026 |
| Application form with late fee | 17th to 19th June 2026 |
| MH SET exam date 2026 | 26th July 2026 (Sunday) |
MH SET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
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Candidates should have a Master’s degree or equivalent in the concerned subject from a recognised university.
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Generally, at least 55% marks in postgraduation are required for General / EWS / unreserved category candidates, while reserved category candidates (SC, ST, OBC, PwD, etc.) get relaxation as per rules mentioned in the notification.
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Candidates who are in the final year of their Master’s degree or awaiting results may also be allowed to apply provisionally, subject to conditions given in the advertisement (you’ll need to confirm exact wording from the PDF).
How to Apply Online for MH SET 2026
A lot of students get stressed about the online form, but the process is actually pretty straightforward if you follow it step by step. Here’s a simple flow:
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Visit the official website: go to www.setexam.unipune.ac.in and click on the “MH SET 2026” or “Apply Online” link as given on the homepage.
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New registration: register yourself using a valid email ID and mobile number; you’ll receive login credentials (User ID / Application ID).
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Login and fill form: log in using the generated credentials and enter your personal details, educational qualifications, subject opted, and exam centre preference carefully.
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Upload documents: upload scanned images of your recent passport-size photo and signature as per size and format mentioned in the notification.
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Pay application fee: pay the MH SET 2026 application fee online using debit card, credit card, net banking, or other available options.
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Final submit & print: after successful payment, submit the form and download/print the confirmation page for your records.
Double-check basic details like name, subject, category and exam centre before final submit; these small errors later turn into big headaches during document verification.
MH SET 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Regular Fee | Late Fee |
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| OPEN | Rs. 800/- | Rs. 1,300/- |
| OBC / DT(A) (VJ) / NT(B) / NT(C) / NT(D) / SEBC (Non Creamy Layer) / Open (EWS) / PwD / SC / ST / Transgender / Orphan | Rs. 650/- | Rs. 1,150/- |
Documents Required
While filling the MH SET 2026 form, keep the following ready (as per typical requirements; confirm exact list from the PDF):
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Scanned passport-size photograph.
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Scanned signature.
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Category/caste certificate (if applicable).
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PwD certificate (if applicable).
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Postgraduate marksheet / result details, or final year status.
MH SET Notification 2026 - Important Instructions
Here are some quick but important points from MH SET Notification 2026 (and past instructions) that students usually ignore and regret later:
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Use a valid and active email ID and mobile number; all communication, including OTPs and updates, will go there.
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Enter your subject and category very carefully; changing these after final submission might not be allowed.
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Upload clear, recent photographs and signatures as per the size and background guidelines; blurred or incorrect uploads may lead to rejection.
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Keep your application number and payment reference number safely; you’ll need them for admit card and result login.
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Read the instructions section in the notification at least once from top to bottom - yes, it’s boring, but it can save you from silly errors.
