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MAH MCA Common Entrance Test 2025 ( MAH MCA CET )

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MAH MCA CET 2024 Question Papers Date OUT: The State Common Entrance Test Cell released the MAH MCA CET 2024 question papers on April 1, 2024. It is available for download on the website cetcell.mahacet.org. Candidates can download their question papers by login in using their application number and password.  

Question papers play a very important role in the preparation for the exam. It will help students understand the difficulty level of the paper and the subject-wise weightage of topics. The MAH MCA CET will be conducted online as Computer Based Test (CBT) and students are not provided with the question papers. Candidates can check out the MAH MCA CET exam pattern and sample papers here to get an idea of the exam. 

The authority released the MAH MCA CET 2024 mock test link on the official website. A direct link is also provided below. The sample questions for the MAH MCA CET 2024 was released by the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test Cell in the information brochure. Candidates preparing for the MAH MCA CET 2024 exam can check below the sample questions to understand the difficulty level of the exam and the type of questions.

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Q:   Is the MAH MCA CET 2024 Question Paper released?

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Yes. The authority released the MAH MCA CET 2024 question paper on the official website on April 1, 2024. Candidates can able to download their question papers by logging in using their application number and password.

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Q:   From where can I get MAH MCA CET mock test for free?

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The authority will release the MAH MCA CET mock test link online at cetcell.mahacet.org. MAH MCA CET mock tests will be free and can accessed online. It is very important that the candidates regularly solve mock tests. It will help them in analyzing their preparation level and also give experience of appearing in the real exam. It is advised that students solve mock tests in a planned manner. For each subject, students should solve subject/topic wise mock tests during the preparation and solve full length mock tests one month before the exam.

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Q:   What is the MAH MCA CET 2025 exam date?

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The MAH MCA CET 2025 exam date has been announced. The authorities will conduct MAH MCA CET 2025 tentatively on March 23, 2025. MAH MCA CET is a national-level entrance exam that was conducted by the Maharashtra State CET Cell for admissions into MCA courses offered by several government and private colleges in the state. The MAH MCA CET 2025 admit card will be released online on the official website, and candidates will have to download the admit card successfully.

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Q:   What was the mode of MAH MCA CET 2024 exam?

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MAH MCA CET 2024 was held online as a Computer Based Test. It was conducted online at the allotted test centre. Before the exams, candidates were supposed to apply for the exam by visiting the official website of the exam. After registration, candidates issued an admit card, and details related to the exam centre was also mentioned there.

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MAH MCA CET 2023 Question Paper

Candidates can check below the MAH MCA CET 2023 question paper with solutions. MAH MCA CET question paper consists of all the questions asked in the Maharashtra Masters in Computer Application Common Entrance Test that was conducted in 2023 by the State Common Entrance Test Cell.

MAH MCA CET_2023_Question_Paper_with_Solution-PDF 

 

MAH MCA CET 2023 Question Paper Analysis

Candidates who appeared in the MAH MCA CET 2023 exam shared their experiences and reviews about the exam. From the analysis, candidates will be able to know about the difficulty level of the exam, good attempts, etc. Check below the MAH MCA CET 2023 exam analysis as per the students.

Parameters Analysis or Responses
Mathematics & Statistics (Difficulty Level) Moderate
Logical/ Abstract Reasoning (Difficulty Level) Moderate to Easy
English comprehension and verbal ability (Difficulty Level) Easy
Computer Concepts (Difficulty Level) Moderate
Overall Difficulty Level Easy to Moderate
Was the question paper time-consuming and lengthy? No
Good attempts (expected) 60 to 70

MAH MCA CET Sample Question Paper

Subject Paper Link
Mathematics & Statistics Click Here
Logical / Abstract Reasoning Click Here
English comprehension and verbal ability Click Here
Computer Concepts Click Here

Q:   Why are MAH MCA CET 2024 question papers important?

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MAH MCA CET question papers play a very important role in the preparation for the exam. It will help candidates understand the difficulty level of the paper and the subject-wise weightage of topics. The MAH MCA CET 2024 is scheduled to be conducted online as Computer Based Test (CBT) on March 14, 2024.

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Q:   How many questions are asked in MAH MCA CET exam?

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The MAH MCA CET exam has a total of 100 questions from all four subjects. The exam has 30 questions each from Mathematics & statistics and Logical reasoning and 20 questions each from English language and Computer concepts. All the 100 questions are multiple choice questions. Students need to complete all the 100 questions in 1.5 hours.

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Q:   Is it compulsory to attempt all the questions from the MAH MCA CET 2024 question paper?

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It depends on the student how many questions he or she wants to attempt. The total number of questions that will be asked in the exam is 100. If a student knows the correct answer, then he or she should attempt that question. Attending a question in which he or she doesn't know the answer will lead to the wrong answer and will result in losing marks. However, there is no negative marking.

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Q:   In how many languages MAH MCA CET exam will be conducted?

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Maharashtra CET Cell conducts MAH MCA CET only in English language. Candidates can attempt any question at any point of time within these 1.5 hours (90 minutes). All the questions will have multiple choices. Out of the four answers to a question only one will be the correct answer. You have to select the most appropriate answer and ‘mouse click’ that alternative which you feel is appropriate/correct. The alternative/ option that you have clicked on will be treated as your answer to that question. There is no negative marking System for this test. Unanswered questions will carry zero marks. Candidates are advised, not to mark answers by random guessing.

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MAH MCA CET Previous Year Question Papers

Candidates can scroll down for the MAH MCA CET previous year question papers with solutions. Attempting sample papers will boost exam preparation in various ways. It will provide an insight into the exam's pattern, paper structure, and types of questions. 

Question papers PDFs
MAH MCA CET 2022 Question Paper MAH-MCA-CET-2022-sample-papers
MAH MCA CET 2016 Question Paper MAH MCA CET Question paper 2016
MAH MCA CET 2015 Question Paper MAH MCA CET Question Paper 2015
MAH MCA CET 2014 Question Paper MAH MCA CET Question Paper 2014

 

MAH MCA CET 2024 Significance of Question Papers

  • One of the best ways to prepare for the MAH MCA CET examination is to solve the previous year's papers within the time limit. 
  • Candidates will develop their speed and accuracy when attempting the questions.
  • Solving previous year question papers will help candidates at the time of revision as well.
  • Question papers also help in developing conceptual clarity and time management techniques.
  • Candidates will also come to know the difficulty level of the questions asked in the previous year's question papers.
  • Candidates can also anticipate trending topics through previous year papers.

 

Q:   Can someone provide previous years' question paper of MAH MCA CET?

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Please find the link for your reference. This link has question papers of the previous year exams for you to prepare for the upcoming ones. I wish you all the very best for your upcoming exams. If you need any sort of help regarding this, please let me know. https://www.shiksha.com/it-software/mah-mca-cet-exam-question-papers

 

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Q:   Do I need to attempt all the questions in MAH MCA CET exam?

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It is not compulsory to attempt all the question in exam. Students can attempt any number of questions out of total 100 questions in the exam. Students do not have internal choices. Students are advised to attempt only those questions for which they can arrive at the answer/solutions. Questions for which the answer is not sure should be left. Students must note that there are no minimum marks in MAH MCA CET that students need to score. Students gets All India Rank based on the marks they secure in exam and gets admission based on that rank.

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Q:   How many questions are asked in MAH MCA CET exam?

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The MAH MCA CET exam has a total of 100 questions from all four subjects. The exam has 30 questions each from Mathematics & statistics and Logical reasoning and 20 questions each from English language and Computer concepts. All the 100 questions are multiple choice questions. Students need to complete all the 100 questions in 1.5 hours.

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MAH MCA CET Exam Pattern 2024

Section in the Exam Questions per section Maximum Marks
Mathematics & Statistics 30 60
Logical / Abstract Reasoning 30 60
English comprehension and verbal ability 20 40
Computer Concepts 20 40
Total 100 questions 200 marks

Q:   What is the minimum passing marks of MAH MCA CET?

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The Maharashtra CET Cell do not release any minimum passing marks for MAH MCA CET. The basis of admission is merit list which is released by considering the marks obtained in MAH MCA CET and graduation. Candidates who appear in the exam are given percentile scores on the basis of marks scored. The percentile scores in MAH MCA CET and percentage in graduation is used to arrive at an All India Rank which will be used for admission at the institutes.

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Q:   Will there be any break in MAH MCA CET exam?

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The total duration of the MAH MCA CET exam will be 90 minutes, and the exam will be conducted continuously without any break. Candidates will be allowed to enter the exam hall as per the scheduled time and can leave only after the completion of the paper. The exam will have a total of 100 questions from sections: Mathematics & Statistics, Logical/ Abstract Reasoning, English comprehension & verbal ability and Computer Concepts. There will be no negative marking for this test. The medium of the exam will be English.

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Q:   Is the MAH MCA CET Syllabus and Marking Scheme released?

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The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell has released the MAH MCA CET 2025 Syllabus and Marking Scheme on the official website. The Online CET comprises 4 sections viz. Mathematics & Statistics, Logical / Abstract Reasoning, English comprehension and verbal ability and Computer Concepts of total 200 marks, with composite time of 90 minutes duration. 

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MAH MCA CET 2024 Exam Highlights

Particulars Details
Mode of Exam Online (CBT) only
Question Type Multiple Choice Questions
Number of Questions 100
Duration of Exam 90 minutes
Number of Sections 4 (Mathematics & Statistics, Logical / Abstract Reasoning, English comprehension, and Verbal Ability, Computer Concepts)
Medium English
Marks awarded for each correct answer 2 Marks
Negative Marking No Mark will be deducted for incorrect response

Q:   What type of questions are asked in MAH MCA CET?

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The MAH MCA CET paper will have Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs). Each question will have 4 options with only one correct answer. Candidate have to select the correct answer from the available options.

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Q:   How is the MAH MCA CET exam centre allotted?

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The conducting authority will allot an exam centre to the candidates accordingly. It is allotted as per availability and also on the basis of who filled in the option first. It is to be noted that once the exam centre is allotted, it will not be changed under any circumstances.

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

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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 cities in India. The question paper has a total of 100 questions and the total duration of exam is 1.5 hours.

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Yes,  MIT Vishwaprayag University accepts MAH MCA CET scores for admission to its MCA courses. Further, candidates can also get admission with valid score in following exam, such as ATMA/PERA and  any recognised entrance exam. Additionally, To be eligible to apply for admission, candidates must pass

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Yes, it is possible if someone don't want to apply in the existing cutoff round at MAH MCA CET, they can go for the next round. However, it is not allowed to hold any seat. If a candidate targeting the next cutoff round, then he/she might have to bear a risk of losing his/her seat, as the vacant sea

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Parul Jain

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Answered a month ago

No. Once the choices are submitted, the candidates will not be able to change them. Therefore, the candidates are advised to be very careful while making their choices for the MAH MCA CET counselling and allotment process. Candidates should submit as many choices as they can since it will help them

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Neha Anand

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Answered a month ago

During the MAH MCA CET counselling process, the candidates will have to fill out their choice of colleges in the order of preference. To make the selection of colleges, the candidates will have to log in using the required credentials and select the choices from the available list. It is important t

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Nishtha Mishra

Beginner-Level 3

Answered a month ago

Yes. The authorities will accept objections against the provisional MAH MCA CET merit list. To raise the objections, the candidates can visit the official website and log in using their application ID and password. Candidates will also be able to submit their grievances physically at the Facilitatio

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Nishtha Jain

Beginner-Level 3

Answered a month ago

While registering for the counselling process, the candidates will have to pay the MAH MCA CET counselling fee. For the General Category candidates, the counselling fee is INR 800. Meanwhile the Reserved and PwD category candidates will have to pay INR 600 as the counselling fee. Candidates who are

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Sumridhi Dhyani

Beginner-Level 4

Answered a month ago

NMU MAH MCA CET cutoff 2024 has been released for different categories under the All India and Home State quota. The Round 2 cutoff stood at 60.95 for the General AI category students. For the General Home State quota, the MAH MCA CET 2024 cutoff stood at 80.46. Therefore, it is possible to get admi

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Neha Arora

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

The MAH MCA CET result date of Siddhant Institute of Computer Application (SICA) is generally the same as that declared by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra. Usually, the result for MAH MCA CET will be declared within 10-15 days after the examination. One must especially refer to the

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KUMKUM BASWAL

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Answered a month ago

The cutoff at Siddhant Institute of Computer Application (SICA), Pune, for MAH MCA CET is different every year, based on the number of students and performance. Candidates who score around the median score are most likely to get seats. To know a specific cutoff for that year, it would be better to c

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KUMKUM BASWAL

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Answered a month ago

No, you don't need to appear for the MAH MCA CET to get into Siddhant Institute of Computer Application for the MCA course. This may depend on the institute's admission policies: there could be some management quota and direct admissions with merit, which could be an Entrance Test of the institute,

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