The State Cell Maharashtra, prescribes the MAH BEd CET pattern 2026 in the notification. Candidates preparing for the MAH BEd CET 2026 can check the exam pattern to know the sections, marking scheme, and time duration. The MAH BEd CET 2026, the test will be conducted in offline mode. There will be three sections in the exam. The questions will be based on subjects such as General Knowledge, Mental Ability, and Teaching Aptitude. There will be no negative marking in MAH BEd CET test. The question paper will be in both English and Marathi. Check more details related to the exam pattern of MAH BEd CET on this page.
- MAH BEd CET Exam Pattern Highlights
- MAH B.Ed CET Section-wise Weightage
- What is MAH BEd CET Marking Scheme?
- MAH BEd CET Syllabus and Important Topics
- FAQs Related to MAH BEd CET Exam Pattern 2026
MAH BEd CET Exam Pattern Highlights
Check the table below for key highlights of MAH BEd CET exam pattern 2026:
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name |
Maharashtra Bachelor of Education Common Entrance Test (MAH BEd CET) |
| Conducting Body |
State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra |
| Exam Level |
State Level |
| Mode of Examination |
Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Medium of Exam |
English and Marathi |
| Question Type |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Questions |
100 |
| Total Marks |
100 |
| Marks per Question |
1 Mark |
| Exam Duration |
90 Minutes (1.5 Hours) |
| Number of Sections |
3 |
| Sections |
Mental Ability, General Knowledge, Teaching Aptitude |
| Marking Scheme |
+1 mark for each correct answer |
| Negative Marking |
No Negative Marking |
| Marks for Unattempted Questions |
0 Marks |
| Admission Offered |
B.Ed Programmes in Maharashtra Colleges |
Also Read: MAH B.Ed CET Exam Syllabus
Commonly asked questions
The MAH BEd CET syllabus covers three main sections: Mental Ability, General Knowledge, and Teacher Aptitude. The final exam paper includes MCQs in English and Marathi.
No, there isn't any negative marking in MAH BEd CET exam.
No, MAH BEd CET is conducted once a year. If you miss the exam, you have to wait for the next year.
MAH B.Ed CET Section-wise Weightage
The Mental Ability section carries the highest weightage in the MAH B.Ed CET. Candidates should allocate sufficient preparation time to all topics:
| Section |
Number of Questions |
Marks |
Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mental Ability |
40 |
40 |
40% |
| General Knowledge |
30 |
30 |
30% |
| Teaching Aptitude |
30 |
30 |
30% |
| Total |
100 |
100 |
100% |
Also Read: MAH B.Ed CET Preparation Tips & Guide
Commonly asked questions
There is no fixed passing mark for MAH BEd CET. Students need a good score to get admission to colleges.
In Maharashtra, most colleges require MAH BEd CET for admission. Some private colleges may allow direct admission, but it is better to qualify the exam for better college options.
The State CET Cell releases the exam pattern and syllabus in the official notification. For the 2026 session, it hasn't been released yet. The expected format for BEd exam in Maharashtra is
- 100 MCQs carrying 1 mark each
- No negative marking
- Time: 90 minutes
- Mental Ability: 40 Questions.
- General Knowledge: 30 Questions.
- Teaching Aptitude: 30 Questions.
What is MAH BEd CET Marking Scheme?
Based on the marking scheme:
- Maximum marks are 100
- +1 mark for every right answer.
- No negative marking.
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Commonly asked questions
Yes, the MAH BEd CET is compulsory for admission to most BEd colleges in Maharashtra, including government, aided, and unaided institutions
In MAH BEd CET, only 1 papers is held for the course. Candidates who have opted ELCT also might need to give extra exam.
To prepare effectively for the MAH BEd CET 2026, candidates need to -
Get familiar with the paper format and important topics
Practice the past years' question papers and give mock tests regularly specially when the exam is near.
Candidates must focus on developing logical reasoning and problem-solving skills for the Mental Ability section as these are the maximum scoring subjects.
MAH BEd CET Syllabus and Important Topics
Check the MAH BEd CET syllabus and topics on which the question paper will be based using this table.
| Subjects |
Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Mental Ability |
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| Teaching Aptitude |
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| General Knowledge |
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Commonly asked questions
The MAH BEd CET 2026 difficulty level is generally considered easy to moderate, with the Mental Ability section often being the most challenging, while General Knowledge and Teaching Aptitude are manageable
No, if the candidate prepares well in class 12, then the MAH BEd CET is not tough. They can also use reference books to clear the exam.
The MAH BEd CET exam is conducted for 90 minutes in English & Marathi medium.
FAQs Related to MAH BEd CET Exam Pattern 2026
Candidates can check here the additional FAQs related to the MAH BEd CET exam pattern 2026 -Â
The candidates can use MAH BEd CET past year papers to get
familiar with the structure of the exam.
Identifying commonly asked topics which will help them in scoring marks.
More practice of the past year question papers will help candidates in increase time management skills.
No, NEET is national-level exam with high competition.
Total Marks: 100 (CET), 50 (ELCT) Marking Scheme: +1 for each correct answer, no negative marking. Language of Exam: English and Marathi (except ELCT, which is only in English)
The State Common Entrance Test Cell conducts the CET exam for many professional courses like BEd. The notification for the same is expected to be released in December end or first week of January. Candidates can get admission in various course like BEd after clearing MAH CET.
To prepare for the MAH BEd CET exam, start with understanding the syllabus and pattern. Attempt previous year and mock question papers.
MAH BEd CET exam is mainly conducted in English and Marathi language. Candidates can make the choice based on their preference while filling the application form.
No, MAH BEd CET provides admission in regular 2-year BEd course
The candidates who has successfully filled the registration form by making the payment and filling all the details can download the MAH BEd CET admit card.
For the MAH BEd CET, focus on Reading Comprehension, Grammar (Sentence Formation, Idioms, Proverbs, Figures of Speech), Vocabulary, and Phonetics for the ELCT section
The MAH BEd CET exam is held online as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) across various centers in Maharashtra.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 months ago
In Maharashtra, most colleges require MAH BEd CET for admission. Some private colleges may allow direct admission, but it is better to qualify the exam for better college options.
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The expected MAH BEd CET cutoff changes every year. It depends on exam difficulty and number of applicants. Follow past years trends to get an idea of the cutoffs.
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A score above 70â80 marks is considered a good score in MAH BEd CET. This score will help students get into better colleges.
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There is no fixed passing mark for MAH BEd CET. Students need a good score to get admission to colleges.
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A good rank in MAH BEd CET depends on competition, but higher scores and better ranks increase your chances of getting top colleges.
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Total score in MAH BEd CET is 100 marks. All questions are multiple choice. Each question carries one mark. There is no negative marking.Â
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After MAH B.Ed CET result, qualified candidates must register for the CAP. During CAP, they can select preferred colleges and finalize admission based on merit and seat availability.
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MAH BEd CET result is usually released a few weeks after the exam. MAH BEd CET 2026 result is expected to be declared by last week of April. Students can check it online using their login details.
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No, MAH BEd CET is conducted once a year. If you miss the exam, you have to wait for the next year.
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