MAH MCA CET Answer Key 2026 (Soon): Check Steps to Download Answer Key, Response Sheet, Raise Objections
MAH MCA Common Entrance Test 2026 ( MAH MCA CET )
MAH MCA CET Answer Key 2026: Tjhe exam body State CET Cell will release the MAH MCA CET 2026 provisonal answer key soon at cetcell.mahacet.org. Candidates will be able to access the provisional answer key of MAH MCA CET 2026 by logging in using the required credentials. The correct responses to the question paper will be released through the provisional answer key. Candidates having issues with the answer key will have to raise their objections during a swtipulated time frame, post which the authorities will release the final answer key. Using the MAH MCA CET answer key, students can estimate their expected scores in the MAH MCA CET 2026 examination. Read to know more about MAH MCA CET 2026 Answer Key.
- How to download MAH MCA CET 2026 answer key?
- MAH MCA CET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
- How to challenge MAH MCA CET 2026 answer key?
- MAH MCA CET 2026 Exam Pattern
- MAH MCA CET Syllabus
- MAH MCA CET 2025 Question Paper
How to download MAH MCA CET 2026 answer key?
Answer Key: Apr ' 26
Follow below steps to download the MAH MCA CET answer key.
- Go to cetcell.mahacet.org
- Click on the candidate login page
- Log in using your registered email address and password.
- Check the official answer key
To calculate the scores, the marking scheme, as per the MAH MCA CET exam pattern, must be followed. You can raise an objection if you find any issues with the answer key in your case through Objection Tracking. You would need to pay a non-refundable fee of INR 1000 per objection/question online through the portal.
Commonly asked questions
Yes, the question papers are likely to be published along with the MAH MCA CET answer key. After publishing the answer key, the candidates can log in with their registered email ID and password.
The final MAH MCA CET answer key will be prepared by the exam authorities after verifying all of the objections submitted with the provisional key. The board of authorities will verify the objections and prepare the final MAH MCA CET answer key accordingly. No objections will be accepted against the final answer key once it is released. The authority decision at this stage will be final.
MAH MCA CET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of MAH MCA CET 2026 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| Apr ' 26 | MAH MCA CET 2026 Answer Key - Submission of Objections TENTATIVE |
| Apr ' 26 | MAH MCA CET 2026 Answer Key TENTATIVE |
| May ' 26 | MAH MCA CET 2026 Result TENTATIVE |
| Jul ' 26 | MAH MCA CET 2026 counselling document verification TENTATIVE |
| Jul ' 26 | MAH MCA CET 2026 counselling registration TENTATIVE |
| Jul ' 26 | MAH MCA CET 2026 counselling - Provisional merit list TENTATIVE |
| Jul ' 26 | MAH MCA CET 2026 counselling - Objection against provisional merit list TENTATIVE |
How to challenge MAH MCA CET 2026 answer key?
In case any discrepancy arises, candidates can challenge the answer key of MAH MCA CET 2026.
- They could send feedback to the examination conducting authority regarding the discrepancy in the Answer Key.
- During the submission of challenges/suggestions, candidates need to mention their name, roll number, exam name, question number and correct solution of the question.
- Candidates must pay INR 1000 to make the objection.
What is the information mentioned on the MAH MCA CET 2026 answer key?
Check below the information mentioned on the MAH MCA CET 2026 answer key and response sheet:
- Question number
- Questions
- Answer options
- Correct option
- Candidate’s response
Check below the steps to raise an objection:
- Visit the official website; cet.cell.mahacet.org
- Click on ‘Candidate Registration AY 2026-27.
- Enter the registered email ID and password
- Go to 'Objection tracking’
- Click on the tab indicating MAH MCA CET 2026 (raise an objection)
- Follow the guidelines mentioned
- Upload the supporting document
- Pay the requisite fee to complete the process. For every objection, INR 1000 had to be paid online
- Candidates must note that no objection will be accepted with an incomplete form, post the closure of the objection window, and when the MCA CET results are out
Commonly asked questions
Uploading the supporting proof along with objections against the provisional MAH MCA CET answer key is mandatory. If you fail to do so, your objections won't be approved by the authorities.
You would need to pay an objection fee of INR 1000 per question/objection against the MAH MCA CET answer key. The fee must be paid online, i.e., net banking/credit card/debit card. The fee is not to be accepted through any other mode. Objections will not be accepted by the authorities in case of non-payment of objection fee.
MAH MCA CET 2026 Exam Pattern
MAH MCA CET Exam Pattern 2026 is as follows-
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test |
| Duration | 90 Minutes |
| Medium of Exam | English |
| Sections |
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| Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Total Number of Questions | 100 |
| Marking Scheme | For every correct answer, 2 marks will be allotted. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers. |
Commonly asked questions
No, there is no need to attempt all the questions in the MAH MCA CET. Candidates can attempt any number of questions from the total of 100 questions in the exam. They must attempt only those questions whose answers they are confident of to avoid wasting time. Please note that there is NO NEGATIVE marking in the MAH MCA CET, so write your exam accordingly
Yes, you must follow the MAH MCA CET exam pattern while preparing for the exam. You must understand the exam pattern very carefully before starting the preparation process. With the knowledge of the exam pattern in advance, the candidates will be aware of how the examination will be taken and prepare accordingly. THE MAH MCA CET exam pattern will be posted online by the authorities soon.
MAH MCA CET Syllabus
The MAH MCA CET 2026 syllabus has been released and will cover the below subjects:
- Mathematics & Statistics
- Logical/Abstract Reasoning
- English Comprehension & Verbal Ability
- Computer Concepts
Candidates can check the topics covered in the MAH MCA CET syllabus 2026.
Commonly asked questions
The MAH MCA CET exam syllabus is considered easy to moderate. Subjects covered in the syllabus include Computer concepts, English Language, Mathematics & statistics and Logical reasoning. Computer concepts topics covered in the MAH MCA CET syllabus are similar to what students learn in BCA/BSc IT. You can easily cover the entire syllabus of MAH MCA CET in 3 - 4 months, given you are dedicated and have the BCA/BSc IT background.
The MAH MCA CET syllabus is published ONLY online by the authorities at cetcell.mahacet.org. No other mode will be adopted for publishing the MAH MCA CET syllabus. Candidates can check the subject list, units and topics of the entrance exam in the detailed MAH MCA CET syllabus.
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MAH MCA CET 2025 Question Paper
MAH MCA CET 2025 question papers are going to be released online soon. The question paper includes 100 multiple-choice questions. The exam duration is 90 minutes. CET will also publish candidate response sheets along with the answer key. With the help of the question paper, candidate response sheet, and answer key, candidates can calculate their expected score.
Commonly asked questions
You can usually find links to download MAH MCA CET previous years' question papers on the official website or download them on this portal. Previous year question papers will help you practice in a better way. You must give them a try!
Very important! Practising helps you understand the Exam Pattern of MAH MCA CET, time yourself effectively (90 minutes for 100 questions), and identify which syllabus topics you need to work on.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered Yesterday
No, the MAH MCA CET exam centre is generally final once the form is submitted.
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Contributor-Level 7
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While filling the MAH MCA CET application form, candidates must ensure their mobile number and email are permanent for all future OTPs, and they must double-check their "Category" status as it cannot be changed later.
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Contributor-Level 7
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For the 2026 session, records show that 56,257 candidates registered for the entrance exam.
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Contributor-Level 7
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The numbers range from 25,000 to over 56,000, showing a significant upward trend in recent years.
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Contributor-Level 7
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While applying for MAH MCA CET, candidates must avoid misspelling their name and follow the spelling as per Aadhaar, ensure photo meets exact size specs, always save copy of final "Application Confirmation" page.
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Contributor-Level 7
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The MAH MCA CET application fee is INR 1,000 for General/OMS and INR 800 for Maharashtra Reserved categories, with 2-3 day correction window typically provided after registration ends.
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Contributor-Level 7
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To apply, candidates must have Bachelor's degree with 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) and Maths at 10+2 or Graduation; required documents include Aadhaar, marksheets, category certificates.
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Contributor-Level 7
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Yes, there will be a direct link for the MAH MCA CET application form, it will be activated in January 2027 tentatively.
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The link is hosted on the official CET Cell portal under the "Technical Education" postgraduate section.
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You can apply by visiting official CET Cell website, clicking on "New Registration" button, and completing the online form with your personal and academic details.
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