MHT CET 2026 photo upload guidelines released: avoid application rejection

In short

Candidates must upload a recent photo, not more than three months old, to the MHT CET 2026 application form.
The photo dimensions must be 3.5 × 4.5 cm (350×450 px minimum, 1000×1200 px maximum), with a file size between 20 KB and 5 MB.
The uploaded photo will be used throughout the MHT CET 2026 exam, admit card, and counselling processes.
The Maharashtra CET Cell advises candidates to ensure their appearance in the photo is consistent with government ID cards to prevent application rejection.
Accepted photo formats for upload are JPG, JPEG, and PNG, and excessive editing should be avoided.

The Maharashtra CET Cell has released detailed guidelines for uploading photographs to the MHT CET 2026 application form. These specifications are crucial for candidates to ensure their application is successfully processed and to avoid rejection.

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The uploaded photograph will serve as a primary identification document throughout the MHT CET 2026 examination and admission process, including its use on the admit card and during the counselling stages. Candidates are advised to adhere strictly to these instructions to support a smooth application experience.

MHT CET 2026 Photo Specifications and Format

The Maharashtra CET Cell has outlined specific technical requirements for the photograph to be uploaded. These include precise dimensions, file size limits, and acceptable formats. Candidates can use various scanning methods to prepare their photo for submission.

According to the guidelines, the photo dimensions must be 3.5 × 4.5 cm, with a minimum resolution of 350×450 pixels and a maximum of 1000×1200 pixels. The file size is mandated to be between 20 KB and 5 MB. Accepted file formats include JPG, JPEG, and PNG. Candidates can scan their photos using a scanner device or mobile applications such as Adobe Scan, Microsoft Lens, or CamScanner, and then crop them to meet the specified dimensions.

Specifications	Details
Dimensions	3.5 × 4.5 cm (350×450 px min, 1000×1200 px max)
Size	20 KB – 5 MB
Format	JPG/JPEG/PNG

Guidelines for Taking and Preparing the Photograph

Beyond technical specifications, the Maharashtra CET Cell has provided instructions on how the photograph itself should be taken to ensure it meets the MHT CET 2026 application requirements. These guidelines aim to ensure clarity and consistency in candidate identification.

Candidates should ensure the photo is recent, taken no more than three months prior to the application. They should stand or sit straight with a neutral expression, facing the camera directly without tilting or turning their head. The photo must capture the full face, covering 50 to 70% of the space, with both eyes open and the head centered. The full head, from the top of the hair to the bottom of the chin, and both ears should be visible. Distracting shadows on the face or background must be avoided, and lighting should be even and balanced. For candidates wearing eyeglasses, eyes must be clearly visible and not obscured by hair or frames, and glare should be prevented by a slight upward or downward tilt of the head. Tinted or dark glasses are not permitted. Excessive editing of the photo is also discouraged, and the appearance in the photo should not be drastically different from government ID cards. The MHT CET 2026 Registration Live Updates and Application Form Link are available at cetcell.mahacet.org.

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