MAH MBA CET 2026: Result Out for 1st Attempt & Check Previous Years' Cutoffs and CAP Process
Maharashtra Common Entrance Test 2026 ( MAH CET )
MAH MBA CET 2026 Result (First Attempt)
30 May '26
Maharashtra State CET Cell conducted MBA CET 2026 on April 6, 7, 8 and May 9. Result of first MAH CET 2026 attempt has been declared. 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. Four slots were easy and the fifth slot was moderate. However, due to lengthy Logical Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude, the question papers were time consuming. Second attempt was held on May 9 in two slots. MAH MBA CET 2026 question papers of the second attempt was also easy.
MAH MBA CET 2026 first attempt result has been released today. Candidates who appeared for first session can check their scores now by logging into their CET account. MAH MBA CET 2026 result of second attempt will follow soon.
Latest - MAH MBA CET 2026 first attempt result out - live updates.
The examination body released provisional answer key of MAH MBA CET 2026 first attempt on May 2 and the final answer key on May 13. The provisional answer key of MAH CET second attempt 2026 was released on May 19 and the final answer key was released on May 29.
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 will be done through a common counselling process (MBA CAP). 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 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 Counselling 2026
- MAH MBA CET Cut Offs
- 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 Result 2026
The MAH MBA CET 2026 result will be declared at the 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
Also Read: MAH MBA CET 2025 result and scorecard download
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 |
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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 |
Also Read:
- MAH MBA CET 2026 Analysis Day 1
- 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 Counselling 2026
MBA CET counselling process will be held 2 months after result declaration. 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
Also Read: What After MAH MBA CET result?
Commonly asked questions
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 CET counselling is conducted partly in offline and partly online mode. CAP registration is done online at the Maharashtra State CET Cell website, whereas document verification is done offline at the designated centres. Merit list is released online and submission of grievances is done online. Final acceptance of seat and admission formalities are done offline at the college office.
There is no minimum marks required to appear in MAH CET counselling. Candidate with more than 0 in MAH CET or other entrance exams can register for CAP. However, selection will be based on minimum cut offs for the participating colleges.
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 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 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
Commonly asked questions
Candidates will have to fill the MAH MBA CET counselling registration form which is different from the exam application form. The counselling form will be available at the examination portal as per the schedule for that year. Those applying through MAH CET score will have to only fill the registration form and not pay any fee. Those applying through other MBA entrance exam score will have to pay registration fee of INR 1200 (For Reserved category INR 1000).
After the MAH MBA CET result announcement the State CET will conduct common counselling for admission to about 300 colleges in Maharashtra, most likely in July-August. Qualifying candidates will be required to participate in MAH CET counselling for admission to participating MBA colleges in Maharashtra by filling the online counselling form. The MAH MBA CET counselling process will be conducted in two or three rounds and will be based on cut offs. Candidates will be allotted seat in the college of their choice, if they meet the minimum cut off percentile of that college.
The counselling will be held for mainly two categories – Maharashtra State candidates and All India candidates. Separate merit lists will be released for these two categories. To be eligible for MAH CET counselling candidates need to score more than 0 in MBA CET exam.
The MAH MBA CET answer key carries correct answers and candidate's response to all questions. Candidates can calculate probable score by adding one mark to every correct answer given by you and adding zero for every incorrect option selected by you. The sum total will be your probable score.
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
MAH MBA CET 2026 answer key for first attempt released on May 2. The second attempt answer key release date will be announced soon.
MAH MBA CET 2026 exam was held twice. First attempt was held on April 6, 7, 8 and second attempt was held on May 9. The result of First attempt was released on May 30. Second attempt result announcement is expected soon.
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.
Yes, MAH MBA CET counselling is cut off-based which is held after the result announcement. MAH CET counselling is conducted round-wise. In this process, candidates have to register online, participate in online counselling and confirm admission by submission of documents and final admission by making fee payment. After that, the admission cell, prepares cut offs and seat allotment lists category wise for MBA/MS admission. Candidates from outside Maharashtra state are also eligible for MAH CET CAP under the All India Seats category. The registration, exam and counselling processes for All India Seats category students are same as that of Maharashtra State category candidates.
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
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).
No, the MAH CET application form and MAH CET Counselling form are different and candidates have to fill them separately. The MAH CET application form is valid for the entrance test only and the MAH CET counseling application form has to be filled by only those candidates who qualify the entrance test and wish to participate in the seat allotment process. The MAH MBA CET counseling registration form is released about 2 months after the entrance test result announcement. The candidates will have to fill the counseling form at the MAHA CET counseling portal.
Those who shall have filled the MAH CET MBA/MMS application form and appeared for the exam, will not have to pay the registration fee at the time of CAP. However, those who will be participating in MAH CET CAP through CAT/CMAT/MAT/ATMA/GMAT score will have to pay the registration fee of Rs 1000 (Rs 800 for registered category candidates).
Yes, candidates can raise objection against official MAH MBA CET answer key by filling an online form available in student dashboard. Option to raise objection will be available for only 2-3 days. Candidates will have to exercise this option within the given duration only. There is no fee to be submitted for raising objection but candidates will have to upload supporting document in favour of their claim.
Official MAH MBA CET answer key will contain each question and its status - your answer, right answer and not attempted questions. Following information are mentioned on MAH MBA CET answer key:
- Candidate name
- MBA CET registration number
- MAH CET exam centre and exam slot
- Test date and time
- Section-wise Questions
- Status (attempted/not attempted)
- Right option/answer Candidate's response
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 4 days ago
Sectional weightage of MAH CET is as follows:
| Section | Number of questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning | 75 | 75 |
| Abstract Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Verbal Ability | 50 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 |
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 5 days ago
Yes, MAH-CET results for academic year 2026 have been released on May. Candidates who appeared for this entrance exam can get their scorecards from MAH-CET's portal. However, CAP round registrations at COEP, Pune are yet to be opened.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
Candidates wishing to take admission in UG courses such as: BCA/BBA/BMS/BBM are required to appear in a common entrance test CET (MAH-B. BCA/BBA/BMS/BBM-CET). Admission to UG courses such as: BA, BCom and BSc are done on the basis of merit in Class 12.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
No, you cannot show MAH CET city intimation slip at the test centre for entry. Candidates will be allowed to appear for the test only if they present the hard copy of the admit card and photo ID.
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
In the MAH CET city intimation slip only the name of test city is mentioned along with candidate's name, DOB, application number and exam. No other detail is mentioned on it.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
The purpose of MAH CET city intimation slip is to inform the candidates the city in which they have been allotted test centre. City intimation slip is released in advance to allow candidates to make arrangement for travel and stay on the exam day.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
The MAH MBA CET cutoff is calculated based on your percentile score, not raw marks. Your raw score is normalized across exam sessions to account for difficulty variations, then converted into a percentile that shows how you rank among all test-takers. The Centralized Admission Process (CAP) uses the
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
MAH BBA CET score is the total marks awarded to the candidate out of 100. It is calculated based on every correct attempt. MAH BBA CET percentile is calculated from rank as compared to rest candidates.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
After MAH CET result announcement, the CET CELL conducts Centralized Admission Process or CAP. In this process qualifying candidates are allotted MBA/MMS college basis their preference and score.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
MAH MBA CET 2026 score will be valid for one year only, i. e. it can be used for admission to the 2026 academic session only. If a candidate plans to drop admission this year, they will have to appear for the exam again next year.
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Contributor-Level 7
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