Maharashtra Council of Agriculture Education and Research Common Entrance Test Application Process 2026
Maharashtra Council of Agriculture Education and Research Common Entrance Test Application Process
MCAER PG CET 2024 Registration Last Date Extended
The last date to submit the MCAER PG CET 2024 application form has been extended to February 29, 2024. The application form is available at mbform.in.
Online fee submission is allowed until March 1, 2024, up to 4:00 PM.
MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Form Dates
These are the dates for the MCAER PG CET 2024 application process.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Form Releases | February 1, 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | February 29, 2024 (extended from February 27, 2024) |
| Admit Card | March 20, 2024 |
| Exam Date | March 30, 31 and April 1, 2024 |
| Answer Key | April 8, 2024 |
| Result | April 12, 2024 |
MCAER PG CET 2024 Eligibility
For the Agriculture program, you need a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Biotechnology, Agri. Business Management, Animal Husbandry, Sericulture, or an equivalent degree. The degree must be of four years duration from an agriculture-related university.
MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Fee
The registration fee for MCAER PG CET 2024 depends on your category.
- Open category: Rs. 800
- Reserved category: Rs. 600
- Other States: Rs. 800
MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Form: How to Register
First, create a Username and Password to register. Then fill the application form, choose your test city, select subjects, upload documents in the correct size and format, and pay the registration fee.
MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Form: Documents Required
You need the following documents for registration.
| Passport size photograph | Certificate of Agriculturist (AG) |
| Scanned signature | NSS Certificate of 240 hrs/NSS Special Camp |
| NCC B or C Certificate (Air/Naval/Army wings) | Certificate of Debate/Essay/Elocution of State Level Competition issued by concerned Organisation |
| Sports Certificate (District, State, National, International) level | Certificate of Project Affected Person (PAP) |
Photo Upload Guidelines
Upload a scanned copy of a passport-size photograph during registration. The photo must be in jpg format and less than 35kb in size.
MCAER PG CET 2024 Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have passed their undergraduate degree in a related field with 55% marks in aggregate or 5.5 CGPA. This is the basic requirement for admission into their preferred program.
Candidates from reserved categories need a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate or 5.0 CGPA. The reserved categories include Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Vimukta Jati (A) (VJ-a), Nomadic Tribes (B) (NT-b), Nomadic Tribes (C) (NT-c), Nomadic Tribes (D) (NT-d), Other Backward Class (OBC), Special Backward Category (SBC), Socially and Educationally Backward Class (SEBC), Economically Weaker Section (EWS), and Physically Handicapped (PH).
The degree-wise eligibility for MCAER PG CET 2024 Exam is given below:
| Degree | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| MSc (Agriculture) | BSc (Agriculture), BSc (Hort.), BSc (Forestry), BSc (Agriculture Biotechnology), BBM (Agriculture)/ BSc (ABM), BTech (Food Science/ Tech.), BTech (Agriculture Engg.), BSc (Hon.) Home Science |
| MSc (Hort.) | BSc (Hort.), BSc (Agriculture), BSc (Forestry) |
| MSc (Forestry) | BSc (Forestry) or BSc (Agriculture), BSc (Hort.) |
| MSc (Home Science) | BSc (Hon.) Home Science |
| MSc (Agril. Biotechnology) | BSc (Agriculture Biotechnology), BSc (Agriculture), BSc (Hort.), BSc (Forestry), BTech (Food Sc./Tech.), B.F.Sc |
| MTech (Agri. Engg.) | BTech (Agriculture Engg.) |
| MTech (Food Tech.) | BTech (Food Sc./Tech.) |
| MBA (Agriculture) | BBM (Agriculture)/ BSc (ABM) or BSc (Agriculture) or BSc (Hort.) or BSc (Forestry) or BSc (Agriculture Biotechnology) or BTech (Food Sc./Tech.) or BTech (Agriculture Engg.) or BSc (Hon.) Home Sci. |
| MFSc | B.F.Sc |
| MSc (PHM) | BBM (Agriculture)/ BSc. (ABM), BSc (Agriculture), BSc (Hort.), BSc (Forestry), BSc (Agriculture Biotechnology), BTech (Food Sc./Tech.), BTech (Agriculture Engg.), BSc (Hon.) Home Sci |
MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Form Guidelines
Candidates must follow the instructions below to fill the MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Form. These guidelines cover the steps before and during form submission.
- Applicants must confirm they meet the eligibility requirements before appearing for the examination.
- Applicants must have a valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Applicants must fill the Online Application Form carefully and upload scanned copies of photographs and signatures. The photograph size should not exceed 35KB, and the signature size should not exceed 30KB.
- Applicants must remember the password they set, as it is required for logging into the admissions portal later.
- Changes to the Online Application Form can be made before clicking the Submit Button. Candidates should verify all entries before submission. Once submitted, no changes can be made.
- After submitting the Online Application Form, candidates should take a printout of the acknowledgment. This printout will include details such as the application fees.
- Payment can be made through State Bank ATM-cum-Debit Card, SBI Branches (Cash/Transfer), Other Bank's Debit Card and Credit Card, NEFT/RTS/GRPT through Branch/Internet Banking of other Banks, Online GRPT through INB/ATM Card of Associate Banks, Mobile Banking, and Self Service Kiosk.
- Applicable bank charges plus taxes will be recovered at the time of payment.
Note: Appearing for the CET alone does not guarantee admission to any faculty without the prescribed eligibility for that faculty. Admission is granted only after verification of original documents as per the eligibility criteria of the respective degree program.
MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Form: How to Register?
Follow the step-by-step instructions below to register for the MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Form. The process is completed entirely online.
- Visit the official website at mcaer.org.
- Find the link for MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Form.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Pay the application fee.
- Click on "Submit".
MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Fee Payment
The MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Fee must be paid online to complete the registration process. The fee is non-refundable once paid.
Applicants can pay the application fee using various options. These include State Bank ATM-cum-Debit Card, SBI Branches (Cash/Transfer), Other Bank's Debit Card and Credit Card, NEFT/RTS/GRPT through Branch/Internet Banking of other Banks, Online GRPT through INB/ATM Card of Associate Banks, Mobile Banking, and Self Service Kiosk.
MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Fee
The application fee for MCAER PG CET 2024 depends on the candidate's category. General, OBC, and Other State candidates pay INR 800, while SC and ST candidates pay INR 600.
| Category | MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Fees |
|---|---|
| General/ OBC Candidates | INR 800 |
| SC/ ST Candidates | INR 600 |
| Other State Candidates | INR 800 |
Documents Required for MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Form
Applicants must upload specific documents in the prescribed format while filling out the MCAER PG CET 2024 Online Application Form. The required documents are listed below.
- Scanned Passport Size Photograph
- Scanned Signature
- Scanned Category Certificate
- Scanned Class 12 Mark sheet
- Graduation Certificate
The file size, file type, and pixel size for the photograph and signature are specified below.
| Documents | File Size | File Type | Pixel Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scanned Passport Size Photograph | 35KB | JPG/ JPEG format | 300 pixel |
| Scanned Signature | 30KB | JPG/ JPEG format | 150 pixel |
Details Required in MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Form
Candidates must log in to the official website using the User ID and Password sent to their registered email address. After logging in, they need to fill in the personal and academic details listed below.
Personal Details
- Aadhaar Number
- PAN Number
- Candidate's Name
- Gender
- Birth Date
- Mobile Number
- Address
- Pin Code
- State
- District
- Taluka
- City/Village
- Father's Occupation
- Parents Annual Income
- Father's Name
- Mother's Name
- Domicile State
- Domicile Document
- Religion
- Category
- Caste
- Student's Bank Name & Branch
Academic Details
- SSC Percentage
- SSC Mark sheet Upload
- College State
- College District
- College Taluka
- College City
MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Form FAQs
Who is eligible to apply for MCAER PG CET 2024?
Aspirants who have scored a minimum of 55% marks aggregate in their graduation are eligible for the exam. Applicants of the reserved category must have scored a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.
How can I pay MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Fees?
Applicants can pay the MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Fees in both online and offline modes. Payment can be done through State Bank ATM-cum-Debit Card / SBI Branches (Cash/Transfer) / Other Bank's Debit Card and Credit Card / NEFT/RTS/GRPT through Branch/Internet Banking of other Banks / Online GRPT through INB/ATM Card of our Associate Banks / Mobile Banking and Self Service Kiosk.
How can I apply for MCAER PG CET?
The MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Form will be released online mode at the official website of the conducting body. Applicants can fill in the application form online.
What are MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Fees?
The MCAER PG CET 2024 Application Fee is INR 800, which can be paid in both online and offline modes. SC/ST candidates only have to pay INR 700.
I am not a resident of Maharashtra State, can I apply for MCAER PG CET 2022?
Yes, applicants who are not residents of Maharashtra State can also apply for the exam. Applicants must pay INR 800 as application fees to complete the registration process.
Can I fill MCAER PG CET 2022 Application Form offline?
No, the MCAER PG CET 2022 Application Form cannot be completed in offline mode. Applicants are required to complete the application form in online mode at the official website of the conducting body.