MAH MHMCT CET 2025 Syllabus: Section-Wise Syllabus, Exam Pattern, Prep Tips, Marking Scheme
Maharashtra Hotel Management Common Entrance Test 2026 ( MAH HM CET )
Exam On - 25 Mar '26
MAH MHMCT CET Exam Date 2025 is March 27, 2025. Exam has been designed for candidates seeking admission into postgraduate programs in Hotel Management and Catering Technology offered by various institutes and colleges in Maharashtra. Syllabus for MAH BHMCT CET and MAH MHMCT CET can also be checked on this page. 
MAH HM CET 2025 for Master of Hotel Management and Catering Technology is a gateway for candidates trying to study postgraduate studies in hotel management. MAH MHMCT CET is a state-level entrance examination. It is conducted by State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra.
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It is created for students wishing admission into postgraduate programs in Hotel Management and Catering Technology offered by various institutes and colleges in Maharashtra. To get successful in this exam, it is important to have a thorough understanding of syllabus, exam pattern, and preparation strategies.
MAH BHMCT CET 2026 exam pattern:
- Mode: CBT
- Language: English
- Questions Number: 100
- Total marks: 100
- Negative marking: None
- Marks per question: 1
- Time duration: 90 minutes
MAH MHMCT CET 2026 exam pattern:
- Mode: CBT
- Language: English only
- Number of questions: 50
- Total marks: 100
- Negative marking: None
- Marks per question: 2
- Time duration: 60 minutes
- MAH MHMCT CET 2025 Exam Pattern
- MAH MHMCT CET 2025: Sectional Weightage
- MAH MHMCT CET 2025 Section-wise Syllabus
- Preparation Tips for MAH MHMCT CET 2025
MAH MHMCT CET 2025 Exam Pattern
Understanding the MAH MHMCT CET exam pattern helps streamline your preparation. MAH HM CET 2025 for MHMCT is a computer-based test (CBT) conducted online. Here are the key details:
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Duration | 90 minutes (1 hour and 30 minutes) |
| Total Questions |
100 |
|
Question Type |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
|
Total Marks |
100 |
|
Marking Scheme |
1 mark for each correct answer, no negative marking
|
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MAH MHMCT CET 2025: Sectional Weightage
Candidates can check the sectional weightage of MAH MHMCT CET 2025 below.
| Section | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Food and Beverage Operations |
40 | 40 |
| Rooms Division Management |
30 | 30 |
| Hospitality Industry Awareness |
30 | 30 |
| Total |
100 | 100 |
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MAH MHMCT CET 2025 Section-wise Syllabus
Candidates can check MAH MHMCT CET Syllabus or Maharashtra Masters of Hotel Management Common Entrance Test Syllabus
- Food and Beverage Operations
This section tests knowledge of various aspects of food and beverage services, including:
- Food and Beverage Service Procedures
- Menu Planning and Design
- Food Costing and Budgeting
- Types of Service Styles (e.g., Table, Buffet, Silver Service)
- Kitchen Terminology
- Beverage Knowledge, including Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Drinks
- Rooms Division Management
This section evaluates understanding related to front office and housekeeping operations:
- Front Office Operations
- Reservation and Registration Procedures
- Housekeeping Operations and Management
- Property Management Systems
- Customer Service Skills and Guest Handling
- Safety and Security Procedures in Hotel Operations
- Hospitality Industry Awareness
This section covers general awareness and updates about the hospitality industry:
- Current Trends in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry
- Major National and International Hospitality Chains
- Recent Developments in Hotel and Restaurant Sector
- Famous Personalities in Hospitality
- Tourism Policies and Initiatives
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Preparation Tips for MAH MHMCT CET 2025
Candidates must prepare well to prepare for this hotel management and catering technology entrance test. Difficulty level of exam is moderate and requires good preparation from the candidate’s end. We have thus given below some helpful preparation tips:
- Understand the MAH MHMCT Exam Pattern and Syllabus
- Familiarise yourself with the weightage of each section.
- Prioritise topics based on importance and difficulty level.
- Create a Study Plan
- Allocate time slots for each section.
- Set achievable daily and weekly goals.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 days ago
Photo ID proofs are accepted for MAH HM CET: Aadhaar card, PAN card, passport, voter ID, driving licence, bank passbook with photo, school or college ID, or any valid photo ID issued by a government authority. The same ID must be carried to the exam hall.
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Details are required to fill out MAH HM CET application form are: mobile number and an email ID. One can use details for registration, login, and other things. Therefore, all details you enter should be correct.
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MAH HM CET application fee differs based on candidate's category and whether they are applying for BHMCT or MHMCT programs. Details are as follows:
For Open Category Candidates from Maharashtra State, Outside Maharashtra State (OMS), J & K Migrant candidates: INR 800 for BHMCT and INR 1000 for MHMCT
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Yes, uploading documents is compulsory for MAH HM CET application submission. Your applicatin will be rejected in case you do not submit required documents.
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MAH HM CET application correction window will open after the registration window closes. Candidates can make corrections to their Name, Photo, Signature, and Exam Center. Students should note that no other details in the form are allowed to be edited after the final submission of the form.
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MAH MHMCT CET 2026 exam pattern:
- Mode: CBT
- Language: English only
- Number of questions: 50
- Total marks: 100
- Negative marking: None
- Marks per question: 2
- Time duration: 60 minutes
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 6 days ago
MAH BHMCT CET 2026 exam pattern:
- Mode: CBT
- Language: English
- Questions Number: 100
- Total marks: 100
- Negative marking: None
- Marks per question: 1
- Time duration: 90 minutes
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 6 days ago
Yes. MAH HM CET mock test gives you a real exam-like experience before the actual exam. This helps reduce fear and makes you more comfortable on exam day.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 6 days ago
CET mock test helps you understand exam pattern, CBT interface, and the difficulty level. It also lets you check how well your preparation is going.
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Answered 6 days ago
Yes. The questions in MAH HM CET exam are asked only from topics mentioned in official syllabus. Preparing outside the syllabus is usually not needed.
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No, the exam pattern differs for both. MAH BHMCT CET has 100 questions (100 marks), while MAH MHMCT CET has 50 questions (100 marks) with different subjects and weightage.