MAH MBA CET Preparation 2025: How to Crack Logical & Abstract Reasoning

Maharashtra Common Entrance Test 2026 ( MAH CET )

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Updated on Feb 19, 2025 11:24 IST

Here are some must read MAH MBA CET 2025 preparation tips for Logical & Abstract Reasoning. Check topics to prepare and how to tackle nearly 100 questions of this section some of which can be tricky. 

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Logical & Abstract Reasoning forms a major part of MAH CET MBA question paper. Together, these two topics carry 50 per cent of the total weightage. The total number of questions from Logical & Abstract Reasoning topics are nearly 100 in MAH MBA CET. Thus, it is very important to prepare for this section with utmost focus and care. MAH CET Logical Reasoning questions are of moderate difficulty level, but need focused preparation. Candidates planning to appear for MAH MBA CET 2025 must read the preparation tips for Logical & Abstract Reasoning shared in this article.

MAH MBA CET 2025 exam will be held on April 1, 2 and 3, 2025 so now is the time to focus on the core areas. Preparation of Logical and Abstract Reasoning section of MAH CET MBA is all about practicing different types of questions and solving them with speed and accuracy. In the MAH CET 2025 exam, you can first aim at achieving the sectional cut off and then build your score upon it. This is a smart strategy and works in all exams. Take a look at some key preparation tips for MAH MBA CET Logical & Abstract Reasoning section below.

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  • MAH MBA CET 2025: How to Crack Logical & Abstract Reasoning
  • What is the break up of MAH MBA CET Logical & Abstract Reasoning section?
  • Tips to Crack Logical & Abstract Reasoning Section of MAH CET MBA 2025

MAH MBA CET 2025: How to Crack Logical & Abstract Reasoning

The Logical & Abstract Reasoning questions dominate the MAH CET MBA question paper. Let’s take a look at the highlights of this section:

MAH MBA CET 2025: Logical & Abstract Reasoning

Total Number of questions

100

Logical Reasoning questions

75

Abstract Reasoning questions

25

Marks per question

1

Negative marking

No

Total marks

100

Difficulty level of questions

Easy to moderate

Good attempts

42-45 in Logical Reasoning

18-20 in Abstract Reasoning

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What is the break up of MAH MBA CET Logical & Abstract Reasoning section?

The 75 questions of Logical Reasoning are usually based on series completion, analogy, similar pair, circular arrangement, linear arrangement, vertical arrangement, rows, scheduling, matrix, logical comparison, coding, direction and data sufficiency and verbal reasoning. The Verbal Reasoning questions are asked in the form of critical reasoning and syllogism.

Q:   How can I prepare for MAH MBA CET?
A:

MAH MBA CET preparation can be done in two ways – 1. Join a coaching institute 2. Prepare by self study. If you choose the former, you will get complete guidance from the teachers and mentors, but if you choose the later, you will have to be your own guide. Self study will require a lot more discipline and dedication. Take simple yet impactful steps. First of all, check the exam syllabus and see how much time you will require to cover the topics. If you are already familiar with the topics included in the MAH MBA CET syllabus, you will be able to have an estimation of the time required.

Ideally, you should start MAH MBA CET preparation about nine months in advance. That will give you an ample time to understand and master the topics included in the syllabus through theory and practice questions. Join online study groups for problem solving and doubt clearing. Staying in contact with peers will keep you motivated for preparation.

Q:   What is the difficulty level of MAH MBA CET?
A:

MAH MBA CET is a moderately difficult exam. It’s difficulty level is lower than CAT but higher than MAT or ATMA. A major factor that makes MAH CET a difficult test to crack is that the questions are presented in random order and sectional weightage vary in every slot. So, candidates cannot anticipate or plan how many and which type of questions to get to their target score.

Also, the MAH MBA CET is dominated by Logical Reasoning questions and there are comparatively less Quantitative Aptitude questions. Since, there is no set pattern, candidates cannot pre-plan. They need to make a strategy and implement it as soon as they see the question paper. So, those who can think on their feet and can crack the exam better than others.

Q:   What is the passing score in MAH MBA CET?
A:

There is no minimum passing marks in MAH MBA CET. Any candidate scoring above 0 in the entrance exam is eligible for MBA CAP. Admission and seat allotment are based on MAH CET cut offs, so higher the score, better the college you get. The lowest cut offs for MAH CET admission is around 50 percentile. If they have a score below that, candidates should not expect to get any college.

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The Abstract Reasoning section of MAH MBA CET question paper consists of questions on Series Completion, Analogy and Similar Pair. The candidates have to solve the questions on the basis of images.

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Tips to Crack Logical & Abstract Reasoning Section of MAH CET MBA 2025

  • The overall difficulty level of this section of MBA CET is easy to moderate, so it is not difficult to crack it. The simple rule for Logical Reasoning preparation is practice.
  • Since there is no formula to be memorised and no theorem to be understood, all you need to do is practice various types of questions from logical, critical, verbal, non-verbal and abstract reasoning.
  • The best way of cracking Logical Reasoning section of any entrance exam is practice of sample questions and mock tests. Candidates preparing for MAH MBA CET can find mock tests and sample questions online. Several videos are also available explaining different approaches for different reasoning questions. They can also attempt the official MAH MBA CET mock test available at CET-ATAL portal. Make the best use of the internet. 
  • During MAH CET 2025 preparation phase, practice a few reasoning questions daily. This will help you to not only develop the skill of understanding the layers and patterns of the questions but will also help in increasing the speed of reading, understanding and solving the questions.
  • In the MAH MBA CET exam, keep a simple approach. Read the reasoning questions carefully. Break down the question into parts to know what is the actual question. The clue to the right answer is usually in the question only.

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  • You can use the method of elimination in this section. Since, Reasoning is all about the use of interpretive and intuitive skills, start with rejecting the impossible options until you arrive at the right option or the one closest to the answer.
  • In abstract reasoning questions of MAH MBA CET 2025, you can also visualize the problem or draw pattern, grid or image to help you solve the problem.
  • MAH MBA CET doesn’t have sectional time limit, and there is no condition of solving the paper in a pre-defined chronology either. In the last two year, the questions have been presented in jumbled form, i.e. there was no section wise. So, we suggest that you attempt Reasoning questions first, irrespective of whether it is your strong or weak area. It carries too much weightage to be left for last.
  • Even though there is no negative marking in MAH MBA CET, don’t spend too much time on a question. The MBA CET often has some tricky questions. Solve easier questions first and come back later if time permits.
  • In the MAH MBA CET 2025 exam, aim to solve about 65-70 questions from this section. If you manage to solve that many with accuracy, you can be rest assured of a good score.

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Q:   In which section of MAH MBA CET can I score maximum?
A:

It is tough to say that as there is no set pattern of sectional weightage in MAH CET anymore. Since the last two years, the number of questions for each section of the exam, varies for every slot. Meaning that, if in one slot there are 75 questions on LR and 25 AR, in the second slot there can be 60 questions on LR and 40 questions on AR. Similarly, there could be 50 questions on QA in one slot but in the next slot it could be 40. The total number of questions remain 200 in all the slots but the sectional weightage changes. So, one can really not prepare for the exam with the target of scoring maximum in a particular section. They need to prepare for all sections as any section can have maximum questions and the potential to score maximum.

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