MAH HM CET MHMCT Cut off 2026: Check Category wise Cut off Marks

Maharashtra Hotel Management Common Entrance Test 2026 ( MAH HM CET )

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MAH HM CET 2026 Cutoff: The MAH HM CET cutoff 2026 is minimum score or percentile required for admission to hotel management programs such as BHMCT and MHMCT in Maharashtra. Every year, Maharashtra State CET Cell releases MAH HM CET merit list and cutoff during the Centralized Admission Process (CAP). Understanding the MAH HM CET 2026 cutoff percentile, category-wise trends, and previous year cutoffs helps candidates estimate their chances of getting into top MAH HM CET colleges and plan their admission preferences effectively.

 
Table of contents
  • What is MAH HM CET Cutoff 2026?
  • MAH HM CET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • MAH HM CET Cutoff Percentile 2026
  • MAH HM CET Previous Year Cutoffs
  • MAH BHMCT CET Cut Off 2026 (Expected)
  • MAH HM CET Colleges & Expected Cutoff 2026 (General Trend)
  • MAH HM CET Colleges 2026
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What is MAH HM CET Cutoff 2026?

MAH HM CET cutoff marks shows minimum score needed to qualify for counselling and get admission in participating hotel management institutes. MAH BHMCT CET cutoffs vary based on:

  • Number of applicants
  • Difficulty level of the exam
  • Number of seats available
  • Category of candidates (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS)
  • Institute reputation and demand

Also Read: MAH HM CET Exam Dates 2026

MAH HM CET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of MAH HM CET 2026 exam

DatesPast Exam Dates
To Be Notified

MAH HM CET Counselling CAP Round IV

To Be Notified

MAH HM CET Counselling CAP Round III

To Be Notified

MAH BHMCT CET 2026 Final Merit List

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MAH HM CET Cutoff Percentile 2026

The CET Cell typically releases results in the form of percentiles. Higher-ranked institutes require a significantly higher MAH HM CET cutoff percentile, especially for General and OBC categories.

  • Top colleges often require 90+ percentile for open category.
  • Mid-level colleges may accept 60–80 percentile depending on seat availability.

Also Read: Top 5 Institutes Accepting MAH B.HMCT CET 2026

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MAH HM CET Previous Year Cutoffs

Check MAH HM CET cutoffs for previous years for both MH and AI candidates below. 

MAH HM CET 2024 Cutoff Table

Cut Off List for AI Seats 2024

CAP Round 1

Cut Off List for MH Seats 2024

CAP Round 1

CAP Round 2

MAH BHMCT CET 2021 Cutoff Table

Cut Off List for AI Seats 2021

CAP round 1

CAP round 2

Cut Off List for MH Seats 2021

CAP round 1

CAP round 2

MAH HM CET 2019 Cutoff Table

Cutoff list of MH/AI Seats 2019

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MAH BHMCT CET Cut Off 2026 (Expected)

The MAH BHMCT CET Cut Off 2026 is kind of expected to stay close to what you seen in the past years, and most top colleges still look for pretty high percentiles. If you want to get into premium BHMCT colleges in Maharashtra, you should try for around 90–97 percentile, because that usually gives you a strong place in the merit list. Cutoffs keeps changing a bit every year since the exam difficulty and number of students appearing doesn’t stay the same, so you really gotta keep your preparation steady.

Some mid-level and private institutes don’t ask for such high percentiles, so it becomes easier for more students to get in there. The MAH HM CET 2026 merit list that comes out later will finally decide the exact cutoff for every college, so nothing is confirmed until that shows up. Till then, these expected cutoff ranges kind of help you plan what colleges you want to keep in your list.

MAH BHMCT CET Cut Off 2026 (Expected)

Institute Category

Expected Percentile Range

Premium Institutes

90–97 percentile

Mid-range Colleges

65–85 percentile

Private Institutes

40–65 percentile

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MAH HM CET Colleges & Expected Cutoff 2026 (General Trend)

Here is the general expected cutoff range for popular MAH HM CET colleges:

College Name

Expected Percentile Range

IHM Mumbai

94–98 percentile

IHM Pune

90–95 percentile

IHM Nagpur

88–93 percentile

AISSMS College of HMCT, Pune

80–88 percentile

Maharashtra State Institute of Hotel Management

75–85 percentile

Other private HM colleges

50–70 percentile

Note: These are expected trends based on previous years.

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MAH HM CET Colleges 2026

MAH HM CET participating institutes 2026 include a wide range of top hotel management colleges in Maharashtra. The colleges accept MAH HM CET scores for admission to BHMCT and MHMCT programs. Candidates aiming for hospitality careers can apply to government and private institutes: Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) Mumbai, IHM Pune, IHM Nagpur, along with several leading unaided and autonomous colleges. These MAH HM CET 2026 participating colleges are approved by Maharashtra State CET Cell and provide excellent infrastructure, experienced faculty, industry exposure, and strong placement opportunities. Students preparing for exam should review latest list of MAH HM CET participating institutes 2026 to make informed choices during centralized admission process (CAP) and secure admission to best hotel management institute in Maharashtra.

College

Seat Intake

Fees

Tuli College of Hotel Management

60

INR 2,28,000

Shri Balasaheb Tirpude College of Hotel Management and Catering Technology

60

INR 1,59,640 and INR 3,19,280

Lady Amritbai Daga College for Women of Arts, Science and Commerce

40

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Maharashtra State Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology

60

INR 2.62 L

Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth

60

INR 4,25,500

Dr. D.Y. Patil Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology

60

INR 

All India Shri Shivaji Memorial Society’s, College Of Hotel Management & Catering Technology

60

INR 5.97 L

Sinhgad Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology

60

INR 6,43,480

Mahatma Gandhi Vidyamandir’s Samajshree Prashanttadda Hiray College of Hotel Management and Catering Technology

40

INR 3.83 L

Bharati Kala Mahavidyalaya

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AJMVPS Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology

30

INR 5,96,524

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Answered a month ago

Yes, attempting English section is compulsory for MAH HM CET exam. It helps in improving overall score. Skipping it can reduce your chances of getting a good rank.

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Porishmita Paul

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Answered a month ago

MAH HM CET is considered moderate in difficulty. With regular practice and revision, most students can crack it easily.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

The MAH HM CET exam duration is usually 90 minutes. Students must complete all questions within this time, so time management is very important.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

The MAH HM CET exam is generally easy to moderate. Students who prepare well and practice mock tests can easily score good marks.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

The MAH HM CET exam is computer-based and contains multiple-choice questions. It includes English, Reasoning, GK, and hospitality-related topics. Each question carries equal marks.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

You need to study English, Logical Reasoning, General Awareness, and Hospitality basics. These subjects test communication, thinking ability, and industry knowledge.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

For many students, General Knowledge is the toughest section of MAH HM CET because it needs regular reading and updates. Practicing daily GK questions can improve performance.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

If you study regularly, 3 to 6 months is enough for MAH HM CET preparation. Even with 1–2 months focused study, you can score well with proper planning.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

A score of 60+ marks is considered good MAH HM CET score for General category students. It can help in getting admission to top government colleges.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

Many students find Reasoning and General Knowledge slightly difficult. However, difficulty depends on individual strengths. With regular practice, all sections can be managed well.

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