MAH MBA CET 2026: CAP Registration (Ongoing); Check Last Date & Previous Years' Cutoffs
Maharashtra Common Entrance Test 2026 ( MAH CET )
MAH MBA CAP 2026 Registration
2 Jul '26 - 16 Jul '26
MBA CET 2026 was conducted on April 6, 7, 8 and May 9. Result of first MAH CET 2026 attempt was released on May 30 and second attempt on June 12. The CAP 2026 counselling registration is underway and the last date to apply is July 16. Read here all about MAH CET 2026 exam for MBA/MMS.
MAH MBA CET 2026
MAH MBA CET 2026 was conducted in two sessions. First session exam was held on April 6, 7 and 8, 2026. MAH MBA CET 2026 first attempt result was released on May 30. According to the data released by the examination body, 8 candidates scored 100 percentilei in first attempt. MAH MBA CET 2026 second attempt result was declared on June 12, in which 4 candidates scored 100 percentile.
MAH MBA CAP 2026 registration process, choice filling and document verification is underway. The last date to apply is July 16.
Check full schedule of MAH CET CAP 2026 registration
Candidates who are Maharashtra domicile, can appear for the exam in MH category. Candidates from rest of India can appear for the exam in All India category. Admission cut offs to top MAH CET colleges go up to as high as 99.99 percentile. Read all about MAH MBA CET 2026 on this page.
- MAH MBA CET Counselling 2026
- MAH MBA CET Cut Offs
- MAH MBA CET Result 2026
- MAH MBA CET Answer Key 2026
- MAH MBA CET 2026: Exam Highlights
- MAH MBA CET 2026 Exam Dates
- MAH MBA CET 2026 Analysis
- MAH MBA CET Admit Card 2026
- MAH CET Eligibility Criteria for MBA/MMS
- MAH MBA CET Pattern 2026
- MAH MBA CET Syllabus 2026
- MAH MBA CET Preparation 2026
- MAH MBA CET Registration Process 2026
MAH MBA CET Counselling 2026
MBA CET counselling process will be held in multiple rounds. The Centralised Admission Process or CAP, it will be conducted in online and offline modes. The MAH CET CAP process will include the following stages:
- Online registration for MBA CAP 2026
- Release of merit list for MH and All India categories
- Round wise MAH MBA CET 2026 cut off release and seat allotment
- Acceptance of seat by candidates, online
- Completion of admission formalities by candidates
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MAH MBA CET Cut Offs
The Maharashtra State CET Cell will release MAH CET cut offs 2026 during the CAP. Check the below table for latest MBA CET cut offs of top MBA colleges accepting MAH CET exam score.
| MBA Colleges |
MBA CET Cut Offs |
|---|---|
| 99.99 |
|
| 99.98 |
|
| Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research, Mumbai |
99.89 |
| 99.68 |
|
| Department of Management Sciences (PUMBA), University of Pune |
99.67 |
| 99.62 |
|
| 99.60 |
|
| Chetana's Ramprasad Khandelwal Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai |
99.24 |
| 98.57 |
|
| 98.36 |
|
| 98.00 |
|
| 97.87 |
|
| 97.79 |
|
| 96.49 |
|
| Vivekanand Education Society's Institute of Management Studies & Research, Mumbai |
96.49 |
| Alkesh Dinesh Modi Institute for Financial & Management Studies, Mumbai |
96.06 |
| 95.88 |
|
| 95.55 |
|
| Indira Global Business School, Parandwadi Tq. Maval Dist. Pune |
95.39 |
| Fr. C. Rodrigues Inst. of Management. Studies, Vashi, Navi Mumbai |
95.14 |
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MAH MBA CET 2026 Cutoff for Top MBA Colleges
Check expected and previous years' cutoff percentiles for Maharashtra's best MBA colleges including JBIMS, PUMBA and SIMSREE. Know your admission chances before CAP counselling.
MAH MBA CET Result 2026
The MAH MBA CET 2026 result can be downloaded from Maharashtra State CET website. Check the process to download MBA CET scorecard 2026 below:
- Open the Maharashtra State CET Cell website in a new browser
- Go to CET portal link
- Enter email id and password
- Click on MBA//MMS scorecard option
- PDF of MAH MBA CET result 2026
- Click on download and save your scorecard on the desktop
MAH MBA CET Answer Key 2026
MBA CET 2026 response sheet and answer key for second attempt is available through login. Check below, how to download MAH CET answer key 2026:
- Visit cetcell.mahacet.org
- Click on CET portal link
- Click on candidate registration option
- Enter login/password and go to Objection Tracking tab
- Check MAH MBA CET 2026 answer key and response sheet
Download MAH MBA CET 2026 Final Answer Key
| MAH CET 2026 Final Answer Key - First Attempt |
| MAH CET 2026 Final Answer Key - Second Attempt |
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MAH MBA CET 2026: Exam Highlights
MAH MBA CET is a computer based test. Check here key highlights of MAH CET 2026 MBA/MMS:
| MAH CET Exam Particulars |
MBA CET Exam Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name |
MAH MBA/MMS-CET or MAH-CET |
| Conducting Body |
State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra |
| Mode of Exam |
Computed Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Registrations |
About 70,000 |
| Courses offered through Entrance Exam |
MBA/MMS/PGDM |
| Exam Fees |
INR 1,500 (General category) INR 1,300 (Reserved category) |
| Exam Duration |
2.5 hours |
| Total Marks |
200 |
| Total Questions |
200 |
| Marking Scheme |
One mark for each correct entry Zero marks for each incorrect entry |
| Language/Medium of Exam |
English |
| Colleges Accepting Exam Score |
JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA, Prin. LN Welinkar, Balaji Institute of Modern Management, ITM Business School, etc. |
| No. of Test Cities |
48 |
| Official Website |
https://cetcell.mahacet.org/ |
| Contact Details |
State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra State, Mumbai Helpline Number (10:00 AM to 06:00 PM) |
MAH MBA CET 2026 Exam Dates
MAH MBA CET 2026 dates were announced at the cetcell.mahacet.org website on November 21, 2025. Check exam schedule below.
| MAH CET 2026 Events |
MBA CET Exam Date 2026 |
|---|---|
| MAH MBA CET 2026 registration starts |
10-Jan-2026 |
| Registration ends |
25-Feb-2026 |
| Re opening of registration for 2nd attempt |
24-Apr-2026 |
| Form correction |
27-Feb-2026 to 02-Mar-2026 |
| Admit card download starts |
02-Apr-2026 (first attempt) 04-May-2026 (second attempt) |
| MAH MBA CET 2026 exam |
6-April-2026 7-April-2026 8-April-2026 09-May-2026 |
| MAH CET 2026 answer key download and objection |
02-May-2026 to 04-May-2026 (first attempt) 19-May-2026 to 21-May-2026 (seond attempt) |
| MAH CET 2026 final answer key |
13-May-2026 (first attempt) 29-May-2026 (second attempt) |
| MAH CET 2026 result declaration |
30-May-2026 (first attempt) |
| MAH MBA CET CAP 2026 |
First week of July to Third week of August 2026 |
MAH MBA CET 2026 Analysis
MAH CET question paper for MBA/MMS was easy but lengthy on Day 1 and Day 2. On Day 3, the questions were slightly tougher but very much doable. Check below an overall observation of the exam across all test slots.
| Section |
Difficulty Level |
Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning |
Easy but Lengthy |
Individual questions, with no traditional puzzles |
| Abstract Reasoning |
Easy |
Calculation-intensive thus lengthy, with multiple questions involving decimals |
| Quantitative Aptitude |
Easy to Moderate |
Dominated by figure counting and series-based questions |
| VARC |
Easy to Moderate |
Largely scoring, with a strong emphasis on grammar and vocabulary, 5 RC passages. |
| Total |
Easy but Lengthy |
153 + marks can convernt into 99.99 percentile |
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- MAH MBA CET 2026 Analysis Day 2
- MAH MBA CET 2026 question paper PDF for download
- MAHMBA CET 2026 answer key April 6, 7, 8
MAH MBA CET Admit Card 2026
MAH MBA CET admit card 2026 has been issued to registered candidates in online mode. Candidates are required to download their MAH MBA CET admit card by using their login credentials. Check the process below:
- Go to the cetcell.mahacet.org website
- Click on CET examination portal
- Enter email ID and password
- Click on 'admit card' option
- Select MBA/MMS course
- Enter application number and date of birth
- Go to admit card option on dashboard
- Download your MBA CET hall ticket
MAH CET Eligibility Criteria for MBA/MMS
MBA CET is a post graduate level exam, thus the minimum academic criteria is graduation. Check below detailed MAH CET eligibility criteria 2026:
- Candidate must have completed graduation from a recognized university.
- Minimum marks required in graduation is 50 per cent in aggregate (45 per cent in case of reserved category candidates).
- Final year students awaiting their result are also eligible to appear in CET
- Candidates having CAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT/XAT/ATMA score can apply for MAH MBA CET counselling or MBA CAP.
Also Read: MAH CET MBA eligibility criteria
MAH MBA CET Pattern 2026
MAH MBA CET pattern is same as other entrance exams. Candidates have to attempt a certain number of MCQs in a certain period of time. Check the below table for highlights of MBA CET pattern 2026.
| MBA CET Pattern |
Details |
||
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of sections, questions and marks |
Logical Reasoning |
75 questions |
75 marks |
| Abstract Reasoning |
25 questions |
25 marks |
|
| Quantitative Aptitude |
50 questions |
50 marks |
|
| Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension |
50 questions |
50 marks |
|
| Exam duration |
150 minutes |
||
| Mode of examination |
Computer Based Test |
||
| Marking scheme |
1 mark for each correct answer No negative marking |
||
MAH MBA CET Syllabus 2026
Candidates have to study four subjects as part of MAH MBA CET syllabus - Logical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension. Given below are some of the important topics included in these four sections of MAH CET.
- Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension: Grammar, Sentence Completion, Synonyms, Parajumbles, Antonyms, Reading Ability and Vocabulary
- Quantitative Aptitude: Algebra, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Mensuration, Time & Work, Probability
- Logical Reasoning & Abstract Reasoning: Linear & Circular Arrangement, Series Completion, Coding, Symbol-based Comparison, Venn Diagram, Blood Relations
Also Read: MAH CET syllabus 2026- section wise and topic wise weightage
MAH MBA CET Preparation 2026
To prepare for MBA CET 2026 one would need about 6-9 months. Since, the exam is of moderately difficult, one can prepare easily if they devote 4-6 hours daily. The MAH MBA CET 2026 exam preparation should have three stages-
- Syllabus coverage
- Mock test and sample paper practice
- Revision and practice
Those not opting for coaching, must join online study groups for problem solving sessions and guidance by mentors. Candidates must make a strategy for MAH MBA CET preparation by keeping the above mentioned points in mind.
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Commonly asked questions
All top MBA colleges of Maharashtra are available in the range of 95-99 percentile. If you have scored in MAH MBA CET in the range of 97 to 99 percentile. Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies-Mumbai, SIMSREE-Mumbai, Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research-Mumbai, S. IES College of Management Studies-Mumbai, Xavier Institute of Management & Research-Mumbai, Department of Management Sciences (PUMBA)-University of Pune, MET's Institute of Management-Mumbai, Lala Lajpatrai Institute of Management-Mumbai, Thakur Institute of Management Studies and Research-Mumbai, Rizvi Institute of Management Studies and Research, Mumbai-Indira College of Engineering and Management-Pune, Shree C. E. Society's Indira Institute of Management-Pune, Vivekanand Education Society's Institute of Management Studies and Research-Mumbai, Alkesh Dinesh Modi Institute for Financial and Management Studies-Mumbai, S. C. E. S. Indira School Of Business Studies-Tathwade, St. Francis Institute of Management and Research-Mumbai, Indira Global Business SchoolPune and Agnel Charities Agnel Seva Sangha's for. C. Rodrigues Inst. Of Management. Studies-Navi Mumbai.
The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra will release round wise and category wise MAH MBA CET cut offs 2026 on its official website during the CAP process (July to September 2026).
The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra uploaded round wise and category wise MAH MBA CET cut offs 2025 on its official website during the CAP process (July to September 2025). You can check MAH CET 2025 cut off on this page (https://www.shiksha.com/mba/mah-cet-exam-cutoff) for CAP Round 1, 2, 3 and 4. You can also check the cut offs of previous years on this page.
MAH CET cut offs refer to the percentile on the basis of which seats are allotted to candidates during the counselling process. Candidates do not have to meet any sectional cut off to be eligible for admission into a particular MBA college. MAH CET cut offs will be declared for four rounds. The MAH CET cut off percentiles will be released category wise.
MAH MBA CET cut offs are not announced along with result. They are announced during the Centralised Admission Process which is held 1 or 1.5 months after the result announcement.
MAH MBA CET Registration Process 2026
The process to apply for MAH MBA CET 2026 is online. Candidates have to mention the number of attempts in the form and pay fee per attempt. Given below is the process of MAH CET registration and application form submission.
- Open the Maharashtra State CET Cell website: https://cetcell.mahacet.org/
- Click on CET examination portal AY 2026-2027
- Click on ‘Register’ tab
- Enter personal details and a password
- Click on save and proceed
- Verify through Aadhaar and APAAR IDs
- Log in with application number generated and password
- Enter personal details, domicile and category
- Upload required documents for domicile/category
- Upload passport size photo and scanned signature
- Enter test city preference
- Pay application fee of INR 1,500 (INR 1,300 for Reserved category)
For 2 attempts the fee amount to be paid is INR 3000 (General categoey) or INR 2600 (Reseved category). An additional amount of INR 500 is to be paid for seond attempt during re-opening window. Candidates can choose 4 test cities for allotment of exam centre, in the MBA CET application form 2026. The exam will be conducted in about 40 cities in Maharashtra and 12 in rest of India. Check here: MAH MBA CET 2026 test cities
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Commonly asked questions
MAH CET score is accepted by over 300 colleges and institutes in Maharashtra. These include government as well as private institutions. Some of the top colleges which accept MBA CET scores are:
MBA college | MAH CET cut off percentile 2025 |
|---|---|
Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai | 99.99 |
SIMSREE, Mumbai | 99.97 |
Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research, Mumbai | 99.93 |
S.I.E.S. College of Management Studies, Mumbai | 99.81 |
Department of Management Sciences (PUMBA), University of Pune | 99.85 |
Xavier Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai | 99.88 |
COEP Technological University | 99.77 and 99.68 |
Chetana's Ramprasad Khandelwal Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai | 99.52 |
MET's Institute of Management, Mumbai | 99.23 |
Lala Lajpatrai Institute of Management, Mumbai | 98.76 |
Thakur Institute of Management Studies & Research, Mumbai | 95.91 |
Rizvi Institute of Management Studies & Research, Mumbai | 98.30 |
Indira College of Engineering & Management, Pune | 98.85 |
Vivekanand Education Society's Institute of Management Studies & Research, Mumbai | 98.15 |
Alkesh Dinesh Modi Institute for Financial & Management Studies, Mumbai | 96.38 |
Indira Global School of Business | 95.05 |
St. Francis Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai | 96.39 |
MAH CET score is valid for admission for one year only. Those who have appeared for MAH CET 2026, can seek admission to participating colleges this year only (2026-2028 batch) Candidates who will appear in MAH MBA CET 2027, their scores will be valid for admission to 2027-2029 batch of MBA programmes only. Those who wish to take a break of one year will have to appear for the exam again.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered Yesterday
The MAH CET cut off for Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research, Mumbai is usually around 99.93 percentile. There is not much change in the cut off since the last few years.
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The MAH MBA CET cut offs for SIMSREE Mumbai is usually between 99.97 to 99.98 percentile.
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Contributor-Level 7
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For JBIMS, Mumbai, the MAH CET cut off is usually 99.99 percentiel. The cut offs have remained static in the past 3-4 years.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 days ago
Logical Reasoning section has 75 questions which are usually moderate but there can be a few questions that can challenge your skills. They can be confusing or time taking. Abstract Reasoning questions are easy, so candidates must target all 25 of them.
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
MAH CET MBA is a moderately difficult exam, but because it is Reasoning heavy, you will need about 6 months to prepare for it. A lot of practice will be required to master each topic, which is why you should start preparation about 6 months in advance.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
You can find around 7 colleges in Pune that offer an MBA in Travel and Tourism management, and their admissions are through the state-level MAH CET exam.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
CAP authorities will release round wise merit lists for seat allotment. Candidates will have to visit the CAP 2026 website and login to check their status.
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Contributor-Level 7
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MAH CET CAP 2026 registration fee is INR 1500 for Open category candidates and INR 130 for Reserved category candidates.
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Contributor-Level 7
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Any candidate who has qualified MBA CET 2026 exam can participate in the CAP round 2026. There is also an option to participate in CAP round through CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA scores under All India category.
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