MAH HM CET 2023 Exam: Dates (Out), Fees, Registration, Eligibility, Syllabus, Results

MAH HM CET 2023: The State Common Entrance Test Cell of Maharashtra has announced the exam dates of MAH HM CET 2023 on January 8. The exam for BHMCT will be held on April 20, 2023, and for MHMCT, it will be conducted on April 30, 2023. The application forms of MAH HMCT CET 2023 will be released anytime soon. Candidates seeking admission to hotel management colleges in Maharashtra will be able to apply for MAH HM CET 2023 on the official website - cetcell.mahacet.org. The details of MAH HM CET 2023 with respect to application dates, pattern, eligibility and selection process will be shared in the admission brochure, which is yet to be shared by the exam authority. Meanwhile, candidates can check all details regarding MAH HM CET 2023 like eligibility criteria, pattern, syllabus, exam schedule, how to apply, admission process on this page below.

What is MAH HM CET 2023?

MAH HM CET is elaborated as Maharashtra  Hotel Management Common Entrance Test. It is conducted by the Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell. MAH HM CET is held for admission in UG and PG Hotel Management and Catering Technology (HMCT) course. The common entrance test for four-years UG HMCT course is called BHMCT CET, and for two-years PG HMCT course, it is called MHMCT CET.

MAH HM CET is a computer-based test, and is held in selected cities within Maharashtra State. Based on the scores of MAH HMCET, admission is granted in all Government Aided Institutes offering BHMCT CET/MHMCT CET/ Course and all Un-Aided MHMCT Institutes covered as per the Act. The admission is offered via a centralised admission process (CAP) held in online mode.

Latest Updates:

• January 8 - MAH HM CET 2023 exam dates announced, Check details here

MAH HM CET 2023 Highlights

Candidates can pursue 4 years bachelor of hotel management and catering technology course and 2 years master of hotel management and catering technology course by qualifying BHMCT and MHMCT respectively. Check below some of the most important points about MAH HM CET 2023 .

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MAH HM CET 2023 Application Form

The application form for MAH HM CET 2023 is released online only on the official website, and is available separately for BHMCT CET and MHMCT CET. Candidates have to complete the entire application process including application fee payment. Check how to apply for MAH HM CET 2023 below:

Steps to apply for MAH HM CET 2023:

• Register using Name, Guardian names, Gender, Marital Status and Date of Birth, Religion, Region, Mother Tongue, Annual Family Income (Optional), and Nationality, address, contact details, etc. 
• Complete OTP verification.
• After verification of OTP, the Candidates will be given an “Application Number”, save it.
• Fill the rest of the application form.
• Next, fill in the Domicile and Category details.
• Then, fill in the qualification details.
• Then candidates have to fill in the exam centre preferences.
• In the next steps, candidates need to upload scanned images of photos and signatures.
• Also, upload the required document for proof of identity.
• Preview and validate the information.
• Pay the application fee.
• Finally, submit and print the application form and keep it with you.

MAH HM CET 2023 application fee: The application fee for MAH HM CET 2023 is as follows

MAH HM CET 2023 Eligibility

To be able to apply for the entrance test, candidates must be eligible. The eligibility is verified at the time of counselling and admission. Hence, candidates must check their eligibility before filling the application form. 

Eligibility for MAH BHMCT CET 2023:

• The candidate should be an Indian National.
• Passed HSC or its equivalent examination.
• Must have obtained at least 45% marks in aggregate (at least 40% marks in aggregate for backward class category, Economically Weaker Section and Persons with Disabilities candidates belonging to Maharashtra state only).

Eligibility for MAH MHMCT CET 2023:

• The candidate should be an Indian National.
• Passed Bachelor Degree in Hotel Management and Catering Technology from All India Council for Technical Education or Central or State Government approved institutions or its equivalent.
• Must have obtained at least 50% marks in aggregate (at least 45% marks in aggregate for backward class category, Economically Weaker Section and Persons with Disabilities candidates belonging to Maharashtra state only).

MAH HM CET 2023 Admission Process

The admission process for MAH HM CET 2023 is as follows:

• Check eligibility for the course carefully.
• Fill the application form to apply for the entrance test, only if all eligibility is met.
• Now, complete the application form and download the admit card for the entrance test.
• Appear for MAH HM CET 2023.
• Check the result after the exam.
• Register for centralised admission process (CAP).

MAH HM CET 2023 Test Centres

MAH HM CET 2023 is to be conducted in the selected cities in Maharashtra State only. Each MAH HM CET test centre may have many "Venues" depending upon the number of candidates appearing at that centre. A candidate appearing for CET have to give their preference for the centre in the online application form. However, the Competent Authority reserves the right to allocate the centre and venue.

The test centres shall be allotted to the candidates via their MAH HM CET 2023 admit card. No request for change of centre/venue/date/session for Examination shall be entertained. The options to be available as MAH HM CET 2023 test centre in the application form are:

• Amravati
• Aurangabad
• Jalgaon 
• Kolhapur
• Nagpur 
• Nashik
• Pune 
• Mumbai
• Navi Mumbai 
• Thane

MAH HM CET 2023 Syllabus

The syllabus of MAH HM CET 2023 is prescribed by the CET cell. The candidates have to prepare these topics and the questions in the exam will be asked from these specific topics only. Check the syllabus below.

MAH BHMCT CET 2023 syllabus

• English Language
• Reasoning (Verbal and Arithmetic)
• General Knowledge & Awareness including questions on current national, international affairs, culture, trade & commerce, sports, scientific inventions and discoveries, travel/tourism etc.

MAH MHMCT CET 2023 syllabus

• Food and Beverage Operation: Food and Beverage Service Operations, related terminology, Inventory control, Food & Beverage equipment and infrastructure.
• Food Production: Food Production operations, Indian & International cuisines and related terminology, Bakery and Confectionary, Hygiene and Safety standards, Kitchen equipment and Infrastructure
• Rooms division: Housekeeping and front office operations and related terminology, fabrics & textiles, Planning & designing of hospitality organisations, Laundry operations and procedures.
• English: Word meaning, comprehension, antonyms and synonyms, idioms and phrases, word spellings.
• Hospitality Industry related: Types of tourism, hotel and restaurant brands and segments, Airlines, hospitality terms, hospitality-related organizations and regulatory bodies.

MAH HM CET 2023 Pattern

The exam pattern for MAH HM CET 2023 is different for BHMCT CET and MHMCT CET in terms of subjects, syllabus and weightage. The pattern for both the CETs is as under:

MAH BHMCT CET 2023 exam pattern:

• Mode: Computer-based test

• Language of the question: English only
• Total number of questions: 100 questions

• Total marks: 100 marks

• Negative marking: No negative marking

• Marks per question: 1 mark per question

• Time duration: 90 minutes

The distribution of the questions and marks are as follows:

MAH MHMCT CET 2023 exam pattern:

• Mode: Computer-based test

• Language of the question: English only
• Total number of questions: 50 questions

• Total marks: 100 marks 

• Negative marking: No negative marking 

• Marks per question: 2 marks per question

• Time duration: 60 minutes

The distribution of the questions and marks are as follows:

MAH HM CET 2023 Preparation Tips

To prepare for this hotel management and catering technology entrance test, candidates must prepare well. The difficulty level of the exam is moderate and requires good preparation from the candidates’ end. We have thus given below some helpful preparation tips:

Step 1- Make a preparation plan: A proper organised study schedule is the most important strategy, which should be followed by you in order to meet your goal. Apart from planned study, time management will also help you in meeting your target.

Step 2- Understand exam pattern and syllabus: Get a thorough understanding of the exam pattern and syllabus of MAH HM CET 2023.

Step 3- Gather the right study material: Try to get the right study material like books, sample papers etc. for preparation for the MAH HM CET entrance exam.

Step 4- Analysis of your preparation: Analysing your preparation, revising and taking the mock tests can help you in your preparation.

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MAH HM CET 2023 Mock Test

A few days before the exam is conducted, the CET cell conducts official mock tests. The MAH BHMCT CET 2023 mock test and MAH MHMCT CET 2023 mock tests are held on the official website. Candidates can appear for the mock test and understand the exam pattern, CBT interface, difficulty level, etc.

The mock tests give the candidates the following advantages:

• Analysation of the preparation level.
• Introduction and understanding of the CBT interface.
• A practical overview of the exam pattern.
• Candidates can have an experience of the exam before the actual exam day.

MAH HM CET 2023 Admit Card

All the candidates who complete the application process on time and correctly, will be issued MAH HM CET 2023 admit card. The MAH HM CET admit card is issued online only over the official website. To download the admit card, candidates require their application number and password. The admit card must be downloaded and on the day of the exam, it ts be carried as a printed copy. In the printed copy candidates have to paste their recent passport size photograph. Candidates have to hand over the MAH HM CET 2023 hall ticket to the invigilator.

On the day of the exam along with the MAH HM CET 2023 admit card, candidates must take any of the following ID with them: 

• PAN Card
• Passport
• Driving Licence
• Voter’s Card
• Bank Passbook with photograph
• Valid recent Identity Card issued by a recognised College/University
• Aadhaar Card with a photograph
• Employee ID/Bar Council Identity card with photograph.

Note - Ration Card and Learner’s Driving License will NOT be accepted as valid ID proof.

In the hall ticket candidates can check the allotted exam centre address, reporting time, exam start and end time. Candidates must also check all the important instructions in the hall ticket regarding the exam and adhere to them until the exam is over.

MAH HM CET 2023 Result

The CET cell releases the result of MAH HM CET 2023 in the form of a PDF. In the result, PDF candidates can check the MAH HM CET 2023 score and percentile corresponding to their names. To check the result candidates have to visit the official website and find the result link. Candidates have to follow the result link and download the MAH HM CET 2023 result. After the result, in a few days, the CET cell starts the CAP registration. Candidates have to register for the CAP counselling and wait for the merit lists that bear the details of the allotted institute for admission.

The scores of MAH HMCT CET 2023 are being prepared on the basis of following formula: 

MAH HM CET 2023 Counselling

MAH HM CET 2023 counselling is held online where CET cell organises a centralised admission process (CAP). All candidates who have received their results, have to register for the CAP online and complete the document certifications online. Once that is done, the final merit list is released online. In the final merit list, the names of the candidates who have been allotted an institute are provided. Generally, 2 rounds of CAP is held. Before each round of CAP, the seats available for admission shall be published on the website.

These candidates are then required to complete the admission process. Such candidates shall report to the allotted institute and seek admission on the allotted seat. If such candidate does not report to the institute for confirmation of seat acceptance as per the method prescribed Competent Authority, their claim on the allotted seat shall stand forfeited automatically and the seat shall become available for fresh allotment.

MAH HM CET 2023 Participating Institutes and Seats

The participating institutes in CAP ad the sanctioned intake by them are as follows

For 4-year degree course in bachelors of  hotel management and catering technology course:

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