MH SET 2026 deferred for third time; exam to be conducted on Oct 25
Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) has postponed the Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (MH SET) 2026 for the third time, setting the new exam date for October 25, 2026. The university cited the UPSC calendar and travel challenges around Anant Chaturdashi as reasons for the delay.
- ✓Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) has postponed the Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (MH SET) 2026 for the third time, setting the new exam date for October 25, 2026.
- ✓Initially slated for July 6, the exam was first moved to September 6, then to September 27, before being rescheduled to the end of October.
- ✓The university cited the UPSC calendar and travel challenges around Anant Chaturdashi as reasons for the delay.
The Savitribai Phule Pune University announced that the Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (MH SET) 2026 will now be held on October 25, 2026, marking the third postponement of the exam. The decision was communicated through a notice dated September 13, and the university highlighted the overlapping schedule of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) examinations and the logistical difficulties candidates face due to the observance of Anant Chaturdashi on September 25.
Initially slated for July 6, the exam was first moved to September 6, then to September 27, before being rescheduled to the end of October. The MH SET is administered by SPPU for aspirants seeking eligibility for assistant professor positions in higher‑education institutions across Maharashtra and Goa. The university will issue admit cards in due course, and candidates are advised to monitor the official website for updates on reporting times, examination centres, and any further changes.
The exam serves as a mandatory qualification for teaching appointments in state universities and colleges, affecting thousands of postgraduate candidates. The repeated delays underscore the challenges of aligning state‑level recruitment exams with national competitive examinations and local festivals, potentially impacting candidates' preparation timelines and travel plans.
- •Aspirants and citizens are advised to monitor official notices and circulars issued by Indian Express Education.
- •Verify all prescribed eligibility criteria, cutoff dates, and authenticated document requirements prior to formal submissions.
- •Track connected examination timetables, vacancy advisories, and administrative gazettes on SuchnaSetu.
| Issuing Authority | Indian Express Education |
|---|---|
| Topic Category | EDUCATION |
| Jurisdiction | MH State |
| Publication Date | 14 September 2026 |