Examination centres may now be allotted based on the PIN code of the college where students complete Class 12, according to a new proposal being prepared by the state’s CET Cell to prevent malpractice and increase transparency. Mumbai: Students appearing for Maharashtra’s Common Entrance Test (MHT-CET) for engineering and pharmacy courses may no longer be allowed to choose their preferred district to take the examination.
“Most students complete their Class 12 education at colleges near their homes or within their own districts. Allotting examination centres based on the college’s PIN code could help address concerns about the current system,” the official added.
The authorities had faced pressure to allot centres according to students’ preferences, according to a senior official from the state’s higher and technical education department. However, if this system is misused, an alternative system is necessary to protect students’ interests and maintain the fairness of the examination, the official said.
The proposed SOP is being prepared and is expected to be submitted to the higher and technical education department for approval within eight days.
