MAH MBA CET 2026: Exam Date, Registration, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern, Preparation, Question Papers
Maharashtra Common Entrance Test 2025 ( MAH CET )
Counselling - 19 Jul '25 - 21 Jul '25
MAH MBA CET 2026 exam will be conducted by Maharashtra State CET Cell for admission to MBA/MMS programmes offered by state colleges and institutes. Read here all about MAH CET 2026 exam fot MBA/MMS.
MAH MBA CET 2026
MAH MBA CET 2026 – Maharashtra State CET Cell conduct a common entrance exam for MBA/MMS courses in state affiliated colleges and institution. MBA CET is conducted annually, in March-April and about 70,000 plus aspirants appear for it. MAH MBA CET 2026 exam will be held in the same month/s next year. Registration process and exam schedule will be announced most likely in December 2025. Currently MAH MBA CAP 2025 is ongoing.
Candidates who are Maharashtra domicile, are eligible to appear for the exam in MH category. Candidates from rest of India can appear for the exam in All India category. The exam is held in various Maharashtra cities add in 12 cities across India. Admission cut offs to top MAH CET colleges go up to as high as 99.99 percentile. Read all about MAH MBA CET 2026 here.
- MAH MBA CET 2026: Exam Highlights
- MAH CET Eligibility Criteria for MBA/MMS
- MAH MBA CET 2026 Exam Dates
- MAH MBA CET Registration Process 2026
- MAH MBA CET Pattern 2026
- MAH MBA CET Syllabus 2026
- MAH MBA CET Preparation 2026
- MAH MBA CET Admit Card 2026
- MAH MBA CET Answer Key 2026
- MAH MBA CET Result 2026
- MAH MBA CET Counselling 2026
- MAH MBA CET Cut Offs
MAH MBA CET 2026: Exam Highlights
MAH MBA CET is a computer based test and the language of exam is English despite being a state level exam. Check here key highlights of MAH CET 2026 MBA/MMS:
| Exam Particulars |
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 1,200 (General category) INR 1,000 (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) |
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MBA CET is a post graduate level exam, thus the minimum 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.
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MAH MBA CET 2026 Exam Dates
MAH MBA CET 2026 dates will be announced at cetcell.mahacet.org website most likely in December 2025. Check below tentative MAH CET events and dates based on previous session:
| MAH CET 2026 Events |
MBA CET Exam Date 2026 |
|---|---|
| MAH MBA CET 2026 registration starts |
Last week of December 2025 |
| Form correction |
First week of March 2026 |
| Admit card download starts |
Third week of March 2026 |
| MAH MBA CET 2026 exam |
First week of April 2026 |
| Answer key release |
Second week of April 2026 |
| MAH CET 2026 result declaration |
First week of May 2026 |
| MAH MBA CET CAP 2026 |
First week of June to Third week of August 2026 |
MAH MBA CET Registration Process 2026
The process to apply for MAH MBA CET 2026 will be online. Application forms will be available through login. 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 2025-26
- Click on ‘Register’ tab
- Enter personal details and a password
- Click on save and proceed
- 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 1,200 (INR 1,000 for Reserved category)
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
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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MAH MBA CET Admit Card 2026
MAH MBA CET admit card 2026 will be issued to registered candidates in online mode. Candidates will be required to download their MAH MBA CET admit card by using their login credentials. Check the process below:
- Go to the 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 MBA CET Answer Key 2026
After the MBA CET exam, the examination body will release MBA CET 2026 response sheet and answer key which will be 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
The option to raise objection against the official answer key will be provided to candidates. If they think any answer is incorrect, they can challenge it by raising objection. The objections will be evaluated by a panel of experts if any of the objections are found to be correct, the answer key will be revised.
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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 application number and date of birth
- Click on scorecard option
- PDF of MAH MBA CET result 2026
- Click on download and save your scorecard on the desktop
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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
- 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?
It is possible to join GICED without MAH CET, but the quality of the college may be affected. However, it is important to note that MAH CET is a state-level examination that is required for final admission to some colleges in Maharashtra. Some categories of candidates, such as foreign nationals, children of NRI/OCI/PIO, and Indian workers in Gulf countries, may be eligible for direct admission without having to appear for the exam. Additionally, some MBA colleges in Mumbai offer direct admission without taking an entrance exam, but candidates must meet certain eligibility criteria, such as having a minimum CGPA and being in the final year of graduation. Therefore, while it may be possible to join GICED without MAH CET, it is important to research the specific admission requirements for the college and programme of interest.
MAH CET exam for MBA/MMS admission is a state level entrance test for candidates belonging to Maharashtra State. Since, the exam is conducted by the state government body its score is accepted by colleges and institutions affiliated to state universities only. Thus, one cannot apply for admission with MAH CET score outside Maharashtra.
Yes, candidates applying under All India category can select test cities outside Maharashtra. However, the exam is held in a very limited number of cities outside Maharashtra. Candidates can select from thr following cities only:
· Ahmedabad
· Bhopal
· Jaipur
· Ranchi
· Gandhinagar
· Delhi-NCR
· Kolkata
· Panaji
· Bangalore
· Lucknow
· Verna
If you did not appear for MAH MBA CET, you can participate in the CAP round for admission to an MBA college in Maharashtra with CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA/GMAT score under All India category. Such candidates should have scored more than 0 marks in any of these national level MBA entrance exam.
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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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 6 days ago
With 88 percentile in the MBA CET, you will have many reputable colleges in Maharashtra where your chances of admission will be high. Some of the institutes like Indira Global School of Business, Sinhgad College of Engineering, Kohinoor Business School, and Sheila Raheja School of Business Managemen
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Candidates seeking admission in Prin. N.G. Naralkar Institute of Career Development and Research can apply through MAH MBA CET score. Aspirants should score equal or more than MAH MBA CET cutoff for admission. Below is the NICDR Pune MBA percentile cutoff for last three-years:
| Section | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 4.9 | 28.03 | 35.76 |
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Guide-Level 15
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 weeks ago
The MAH MBA CET result 2025 has been released for admission to MBA/PGDM and MMS courses. Candidates who appeared in the exam can check and download their scorecards by using login details from the official CET Cell website. Furthermore, the MAT CBT July 2025 exam will be held on Jul 20, 2025, and t
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Beginner-Level 4
Answered 3 weeks ago
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. Fi
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
If you are selected for admission in the MAH CET CAP round I but if it is not your first preference and you do not accept the offer, then you can wait for round 2 merit list release. You can choose the option 'float' in the form to let go the offer and wait for round 2. If you're allotted a seat in
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
There is no cap on selection colleges in the MAH CET counselling form. One can choose as many colleges as they want. However, it is advised to choose the colleges as per your preference, location, fees and MBA CET score. Over 300 MBA colleges and universities of Maharashtra participate in MBA CAP co
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
If you did not appear for MAH MBA CET, you can participate in the CAP round for admission to an MBA college in Maharashtra with CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA/GMAT score under All India category. Such candidates should have scored more than 0 marks in any of these national level MBA entrance exam.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
There are usually 3 CAP rounds for MBA admission through MAH CET. The MBA CAP rounds are conducted within a gap of a week and include the following:
· Announcement of provisional merit list basis CAP form registration
· Submission of grievances (if any) along with required documents at the
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
MAH MBA CET CAP fee is 0 for candidates who will be applying through MAH CET score. For candidates applying through CAT/CMAT/XAT/ATMA/MAT/GMAT, the fee amount to pay is INR 1200 (INR 1000 for SC/ST/PwD). NRI/PIO/OCI/Foreign Nationals have to pay INR 10,000 as MAH CET CAP fees. Candidates must note t
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Contributor-Level 6
In the MAH CET CAP, there are three categories in which the seat allotment is done: 1. Maharashtra State Candidature, 2. All India Candidature/Jammu and Kashmir Migrant Candidature Candidate and 3. NRI/OCI/PIO Foreign National, Children of Indian workers in the Gulf countries. Given below are the category wise MAH CET CAP eligibility criteria. Maharashtra State Candidature: The candidate should be an Indian National and must have passed -year Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with at least 50 per cent marks in aggregate from a recognised university (at least 45 per cent in case of candidates belonging to backward class categories and Persons with Disability belonging to Maharashtra State only). The candidate must have obtained more than zero score in MAH CET exam. All India Candidature/Jammu and Kashmir Migrant Candidature Candidate: The candidate should be an Indian National and must have passed 3-year Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with at least 50 per cent marks in aggregate from a recognised university. They must have also scored more than zero score in MAH CET/XAT/MAT/ATMA/GMAT/CAT/CMAT. NRI/OCI/PIO Foreign National, Children of Indian workers in the Gulf countries: The candidate should have passed minimum three-year duration Bachelor's Degree with 50 per cent marks or equivalent, awarded by the University recognized by the UGC or AIU. Any other criterion declared from time to time by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra as defined under the ACT.