What is the MAH BBA CET exam duration and exam slot?

The MAH BBA CET exam is held for 120 minutes. MAH BBA CET exam will be conducted in two slots in a day. MAH BBA CET exam does not have any sectional time limit as well. However, the candidates need to solve the question paper in 120 minutes and this means that the students will have approximately one minute to solve each question. Candidates must take care of saving their answers at every step as the moment 120 minutes will get over, the screen will automatically end the test. Also, there is no provision for changing the exam slot. Candidates must make sure that they reach the MAH BBA CET exam centre at least an hour before the exam time.

Can I appear for the MAH BBA CET exam more than once?

MAH BBA CET exam will be conducted for admission to undergraduate courses once a year. MAH BBA CET 2026 exam was conducted from April 28 to April 30, in multiple shifts. Students can choose preferred date when filling MAH BBA CET application form.

Is MAH BBA CET exam easier than IPMAT?

Yes, as compared to the IPMAT exam, the MAH BBA CET exam is easier. The reasons behind this are: 1. The MAH BBA CET has less competition than the IPMAT which is a state-level exam. 2. There is no negative marking in the MAH BBA CET exam, unlike the IPMAT exam. 3. The nature of the questions in the Quantitative Aptitude section is also easier in the MAH BBA CET than the IPMAT.

Is the MAH BBA CET exam difficult?

MAH BBA CET exam was conducted for the first time in 2024. The questions in the MAH BBA CET exam are mostly based on the Class 12 syllabus. The English language section can be a bit difficult because of lengthy comprehension passages. The General Knowledge section was the easiest. Rest of the sections are usually of the easy to moderate difficulty level but are easily doable.

Will the MAH BBA CET exam be conducted in multiple shifts?

MAH BBA CET 2026 was conducted for admission to various UG programmes on April 28, 2026, April 29, 2026, and April 30, 2026. The exam was conducted in the computer-based test mode. This year too, the exam is was conducted in multiple shifts. Candidates will be allotted the shift time, which was mentioned on their MAH BBA CET admit card.

What is the scope of MAH BBA CET exam?

MAH BBA CET exam is conducted by State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, for admission to undergraduate courses such as BBA, BCA, BMS, BBM, etc. It is a gateway to UG colleges in Maharashtra, both private and government. Candidates who appear for the MAH BBA CET exam will be judged on their hold on English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Logical/Abstract Reasoning. Candidates have option to build a career in fields such as finance, marketing, operations, etc., after completing the BBA course through MAH BBA CET.

What is the syllabus for MAH BBA CET exam?

Important section wise topics of MAH BBA CET syllabus are: Section Topic English section Reading comprehension, vocabulary, phrases and idioms, synonyms, antonyms, etc. Reasoning section Puzzles, Syllogisms, Coding and Decoding, etc General Knowledge and Awareness section Current Affairs, National and International Affairs, Trade and Commerce, Culture, Scientific Inventions and Discoveries, Sports, History, etc. Computer Basics CPU, Input and Output Devices, Computer Memory, Backup Devices, Memory Organization, System Software and Application Software, Basics of the Internet, etc

What are the important topics of English section for the MAH BBA CET exam?

Some important MAH BBA CET topics for English section include, Vocabulary, Synonyms and Antonyms, Choosing Appropriate Words, Comprehension Passages, Phrases, Idioms, Sentence Completion, etc.

What are the most important topics of MAH BBA CET exam?

The important topics to focus on in MAH BBA CET exam are: Reasoning: Syllogims, Arrangements, Arithmetic, Blood Relations, Family Tree, etc. Computer Basics: CPU, organisation of computer, hardware, System Software and Application Software, basics of internet English: Vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, prepositions, parts of speech, sentence correction. General knowledge: Current Affairs, discoveries, politics, economics, trade, sports, awards

Where can I find the MAH BBA CET mock test?

MAH BBA CET mock test 2026 link was released in the third week of April 2026, tentatively, by the exam conducting authorities. Students who have registered for the additional MAH BBA CET exam 2026 will be able to take the MAH CET mock test online. The link will be available on the official website of Maharashtra State CET Cell.

What is the exam pattern and syllabus of MAH BBA CET?

Maharashtra BBA Common Entrance Test is conducted by the State Cell for admission into various management colleges across Maharashtra. MAH BBA CET is conducted online for a duration of 120 minutes. English, General Knowledge, Reasoning and Computer Basics are the sections which are tested in the examination. 1 mark is awarded for correct answers and no marks are deducted for the wrong answer which means there is no negative marking. Question paper can only be answered in English.

Will there be any subjective-type questions in the MAH BBA CET exam?

No, there are no subjective-type or long form answer questions in the MAH BBA CET exam. The MAH BBA CET question paper only has 100 multiple-choice questions that are to be solved in 90 minutes. Candidates must attempt all the sections. Candidates must note that each question in the MAH BBA CET question paper will have four options. They will be required to choose the correct answer and select the radio button for the answer. If the candidate marks two options for a particular answer, then that answer will be considered incorrect. Each question in the MAH BBA CET carries one mark. No marks are awarded or deducted for unattempted questions.

What is the marking scheme in the MAH BMS BBA CET exam?

The marking scheme of MAH BBA CET is very simple. The total marks is 100 for 100 questions. Which means, every question carries one mark. There is no negative marking. In case of incorrect attempt, candidates will be marked zero. If they skip a question, even then they will be marked zero. Total marks of a candidate will be calculated out 100 based on their total number of correct attempt. Section wise the marks allotment is as follows: English: 30 marks Reasoning: 30 marks General Knowledge: 20 marks Computer-Basics: 20 marks The percentile is calculated on the basis of top scoring candidate’s marks against all other candidates.

Is there a sectional time limit in MAH BBA CET?

No, there is no sectional time limit in the MAH BBA CET exam. Total duration of MAH BBA CET exam is 120 minutes and the students have to solve the question paper within the stipulated time. Students can switch between sections and questions as per their convenience. This time there are no sectional cutoffs also as the exam was conducted for the first time.

MAH BBA CET Exam Pattern 2026 (Latest): Check Section-wise Latest Paper Pattern & Format

Updated on Aug 19, 2026 11:49 IST

By Shobha pant, Senior executive

MAH BBA CET exam pattern 2026 has key highlights related to the MAH BBA CET question paper 2026, marking scheme, types of questions, sectional weightage, etc. The MAH BBA CET 2026 was held in computer-based test mode online. The exam had 100 questions, which had to be completed in the duration of 120 minutes. The exam took place from April 28, 2026, to April 30, 2026, in different cities across Maharashtra. To know more about the MAH BBA BMS CET exam pattern and question paper, scroll down.

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MAH BBA CET 2026 Exam Pattern Highlights
MAH BBA CET Sectional Weightage 2026
MAH BBA CET 2026 Total Marks and Marking Scheme
MAH BBA CET Important Topics 2026
FAQs on MAH BBA CET Pattern

MAH BBA CET 2026 Exam Pattern Highlights

The MAH BBA CET exam pattern 2026 is tabulated below:

Structure	Details
Number of sections	4
Duration of the exam	120 minutes
Mode	Online (Computer-based test mode)
Total number of questions	100
Type of questions	MCQs
Negative marking	No

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MAH BBA CET Sectional Weightage 2026

The sectional weightage of MAH BBA BMS CET sectional is tabulated below:

Section	Number of Questions	Marks
English	30	30
Reasoning (Verbal and Arithmetic)	30	30
General Knowledge and Awareness	20	20
Computer Basics	20	20
Total	100	100

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MAH BBA CET 2026 Total Marks and Marking Scheme

MAH BBA CET 2026 is worth 100 marks in total; each question is worth 1 mark, and the exam has no negative marking. Scroll down to learn more about the marking scheme for MAH CET BBA.

MAH BBA CET Marking Scheme 2026

The marking scheme for MAH BBA CET exam is below:

Answer Type	Marks
Correct Answer	+1 mark
Incorrect Answer	No negative marking
Not answered	0

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MAH BBA CET Important Topics 2026

Students need to know about the MAH BBA CET syllabus for good exam preparation. The exam is divided into four different sections; Reasoning (Verbal and Arithmetic), English, General Knowledge and Awareness, and Computer Basics.

The subtopics covered in the sections are tabulated below:

Section	Topics Covered
English	Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Phrases and Idioms, Synonyms, Antonyms, etc.
Reasoning	Puzzles, Syllogisms, Coding and Decoding, Numerical Reasoning, etc.
General Knowledge and Awareness	Current Affairs, National and International Affairs, Trade and Commerce, Culture, Scientific Inventions and Discoveries, Sports, History, etc.
Computer Basics	CPU, Input and Output Devices, Computer Memory, Backup Devices, Memory Organization, System Software and Application Software, Basics of the Internet, etc.