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New Delhi, Updated on Nov 21, 2025 21:10 IST

The State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET), Maharashtra, has officially announced the MAH MCA CET 2026 exam date. The MAH MCA CET 2026 will be conducted on March 30, 2026

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has formally announced the examination date of the MAH-MCA CET 2026 on November 21. 
The MAH MCA CET exam is going to be conducted on March 30, 2026. Please note that it is mandatory for candidates willing to pursue an MCA course in Maharashtra to crack this exam. It is to be noted that candidates who want to join the MCA course in Maharashtra must check the official portal of CET Cell regarding registration, admit card downloads, and further notifications.

MAH MCA CET 2026: Syllabus & Marking Scheme

The MAH MCA CET will be conducted online. The MAH MCA CET syllabus will comprise 4 sections. Each section will carry 50 marks, totalling 200 marks. The exam duration is 90 minutes.

The syllabus includes the following sections-

  • Mathematics & Statistics
  • Logical & Abstract Reasoning
  • English Comprehension and Verbal Ability
  • Computer Concepts

Further notifications awaited.

Q: Β  Where can I find important study materials for MAH MCA CET preparation?
A:

Students can check details about MAH MCA CET important chapter and topics from this page. While it is necessary that students pay special attention to chapters with high weightage, it is highly advised that they cover the full MAH MCA CET syllabus. The question paper of MAH MCA CET is prepared by considering the entire syllabus which consists of topics from BCA. Important study material for MAH MCA CET like books or short notes can be checked online. Students who are taking coaching can get the study materials from the coaching institutes.

Q: Β  How is MAH MCA CET conducted, online or offline?
A:

Maharashtra CET Cell conducts MAH MCA CET exam in online mode as a computer based test. MAH MCA CET exam is conducted for MCA admission. The exam is held across various test centres in Maharashtra. The question paper has a total of 100 questions and the total duration of exam is 1.5 hours.

Q: Β  Is it compulsory to upload colour image of passport size photo in MAH MCA CET?
A:

Yes, as per the information brochure, candidates need to upload their passport size colour photo in the MAH MCA CET application form. Also, the photograph should be recent with light shade background. Sunglasses are not allowed in the photograph but candidates can wear vision glass/spectacles.

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