Which are the best books for MAH MBA CET?

To study the syllabus for MAH CET MBA/MMS, candidates must choose the right reference books. Although the CAT preparation books are common study material for all MBA entrance exams in India including MAH CET, candidates must refer to exam specific books to know the nuances of the exam. Books for MAH MBA CET are available in the market and they include sample questions of various difficult levels for practice. Candidates planning to appear for MAH MBA CET must refer to the books specific to the exam. Given below is the list of best books for MAH CET MBA preparation: Book Name Authors/Publishers Name MAH CET (MBA/ MMS) Entrance Guide Odisha Publications 50+ Solve Papers Arihant Mathematics for MBA Entrance Exams RS Agarwal Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension TIME Maharashtra MBA CET Arihant Publications

What are the topics from which questions are asked in MAH CET English section?

The MAH MBA CET English session is not dominated by Reading Comprehension unlike CAT. Out of 50 questions, only about 14-16 questions are asked from Reading Comprehension passages. Rest of the questions are asked from topics such as appropriate usage, fill in the banks, para jumbles, vocabulary, antonyms and synonyms, error correction, sentence completion and word arrangement, grammar, one-word substituting and verbal ability. To score well in this section of MAH MBA CET, candidates should focus on English grammar and verbal ability such as word placement, fill in the banks, etc.

How many MAH CET mock tests should I practice before the exam?

The candidates must practice at least 15-20 MBA CET mock tests. Practicing that many will make them well prepared for all types of questions in the exam - tricky, lengthy, easy, tough, etc. They should practice the mock tests in the latest format of the exam (jumbled questions from across the sections). However, the point to keep in mind is that one should not start practicing mock test without completing the MAH MBA CET syllabus. They must first complete the syllabus so that while solving the mock test, they know which theorem to apply on what type of questions. Candidate must also analyse their performance with each mock test to see their progress. The goal of MAH MBA CET practice should be to score better with each mock test. The goal should also be the gain speed in solving the questions with each mock test.

What are the topics from which Logical Reasoning questions are asked in MAH CET?

Most of the questions of MAH MBA CET Logical and Abstract Reasoning are asked from topics like Arrangements, Family trees, Coding-Decoding, Direction, Clock and Calendars, Groups and Conditionality, Number Series, Venn Diagrams, Syllogisms, Odd Word Out, Analogies, Blood Relations, Proposition, Direction Sense, Assumptions, Puzzles, Binary Logic, Clock and Calendars, Sets and Caselets, etc. This section is divided into two parts: Logical Reasoning and Abstract Reasoning. The Logical Reasoning section has 75 questions and Abstract Reasoning Section has 25 questions.

How can I prepare for MAH MBA CET?

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.

What is the marking scheme of MAH CET MBA?

The marking scheme of MAH MBA CET is very straightforward. The total marks is 200 hundred for 200 questions. Which means, every question carries one mark. There is no negative marking. In case of incorrect attempt, candidates will be marked zero. If they skip a question, even then they will be marked zero. Total marks of a candidate will be calculated out 200 on the basis of their total number of correct attempt. Section wise the marks allotment is as follows: Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension: 50 marks Logical Reasoning: 75 marks Abstract Reasoning: 25 marks Quantitative Aptitude: 50 marks The MAH CET percentile is calculated out of normalized scores of every test take across all the sessions of the exam. The percentile is calculated on the basis of top scoring candidate’s marks against all other candidates.

Can I choose the order of solving MAH MBA CET questions?

Yes, candidates can choose the order of questions to solve in MAH CET as there is no sectional time limit. They must save their answers before moving to next question. If the answers are not saved, they will not be recorded.

What is the sectional weightage in MAH MBA CET?

MAH MBA CET has four sections – Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, Logical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude. Section wise, the Logical Reasoning has the maximum weightage and Abstract Reasoning has the minimum weightage. Check below the sectional weightage of MAH MBA CET 2024: Logical Reasoning: 75 questions Abstract Reasoning: 25 questions Quantitative Aptitude: 50 questions Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension: 50 questions There can be a change in number of questions in the actual question papers. The exam is held in multiple sessions and one session may not have the same sectional weightage as another session. In MAH MBA CET 2023, the first session on day 2 had 83 Quantitative Aptitude session and the second session had 50 questions.

What is the exam pattern for the MH-CET MBA?

MAH MBA CET exam is conducted in CBT mode. The question paper has 200 questions. All questions are objective type with five options. Total marks is 200. Each question carries one mark. There is no negative marking in MAH CET. Time duration of MAH MBA CET is 2.5 hours of 150 minutes without sectional time limit.

What is the sectional weightage in MAH MBA CET?

MAH MBA CET has four sections – Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, Logical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude. Section wise, the Logical Reasoning has the maximum weightage and Abstract Reasoning has the minimum weightage. Check below the sectional weightage of MAH MBA CET 2024: Logical Reasoning: 75 questions Abstract Reasoning: 25 questions Quantitative Aptitude: 50 questions Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension: 50 questions There can be a change in number of questions in the actual question papers. The exam is held in multiple sessions and one session may not have the same sectional weightage as another session. In MAH MBA CET 2023, the first session on day 2 had 83 Quantitative Aptitude session and the second session had 50 questions.

Is there negative marking in MAH CET MBA exam?

MAH CET is one of the few MBA entrance exams in India which does not have negative marking. For each correct attempt, one mark is awarded to the candidate but no marks are deducted for wrong answers or unattempted questions. The total marks of MBA CET are 200 and candidates need not worry about making incorrect attempt. They must however avoid random selection of options as correct answers. They should take time in understanding the question and then choose the option. It is not mandatory to solve all the questions in MAH CET so candidates can spend some time on the questions and then answers. The exam will be of 2.5 hours and if they answers 75-80 questions correctly, they stand to gain a good percentile.

What is the duration of MAH CET exam for MBA/MMS?

The duration of MAH CET exam is 2.5 hours or 150 minutes. Candidates are expected complete the paper in the given time limit. There will be no sectional time limit so candidates can answers the questions as per their own strategy. No extra time will be given to any candidate for completing the test under any circumstances. In the MAH MBA CET exam, candidates will be required to punch in their answers on screens by using the computer mouse. They will be required to select an option and click on it. To save time on rough work use the screens calculator. Since MAH MBA CET does’t have sectional time limit, you can re-check your answers as many times as you want till the exam time limit gets over. However, it is important that you keep a check on the time and not waste it in rechecking the answers repeated.

Is MAH CET MBA syllabus and its difficulty level the same as of CAT or XAT?

Yes, the MAH CET MBA syllabus is same as CAT or XAT but its difficult level is lower than the two. If a candidate has appeared for CAT or XAT, then they can easily clear MAH CET with minimum preparation. There is no Decision Making and General Awareness sections in MAH CET which are there in XAT. Even though the number of questions are higher in MAH CET, the difficult level is easier than both CAT and XAT. The passages of MAH CET are simpler, shorter and less in number. The Quantitative Aptitude and Logical Reasoning questions are also easier in comparison to the questions of CAT and XAT.

Can I prepare for MAH CET MBA in 6 months?

Yes, you can prepare for MAH MBA CET in 6 months. To prepare for MAH MBA CET in six months, make a plan which is more focused on the topics from which most of the questions are asked. Spend the first three months in covering the syllabus, then utilize the next two months in practicing sample questions as well as mock tests. In the last one month focus on improving your hold on important topics with revision and mock tests. Read More: MAH MBA CET preparation in six months

MAH CET Exam Pattern 2026: Check Negative Marking & Latest Pattern for MBA/ MMS

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Exam On - 7 Apr '26 - 8 Apr '26

Updated on Dec 12, 2025 12:55 IST

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MAH MBA CET exam pattern 2026 has been announced. The question paper of MBA CET 2026 will have 200 questions from Logical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension. Each question will carry 1 mark and there will be no negative marking.

This year, the MAH CET exam pattern has changed slightly. The exam will be held in twice. First, it will be held on April 6, 7, 8, 2026 and then it will be held on May 9, 2026. On each exam day, there will be multiple sessions. The question paper of every MAH MBA CET session will have unique set of questions. Thus, marks normalization will be applied in the result preparation. Read below to know all about the latest MBA CET paper pattern.

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