MAH MBA CET 2023 Exam Analysis Day 2 (March 26, Slot 1 and 2): Check Section Wise Good Attempts and Cut Offs

Maharashtra Common Entrance Test 2025 ( MAH CET )

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MAH MBA CET 2023 analysis for Day 2 (March 26) is now available. Day 1’s papers were easy for both sessions. Check out difficulty levels, topic wise weightage and cut offs in MBA CET analysis by expert.

MAH MBA CET 2023 analysis for Day 2

MAH MBA CET 2023 analysis for Day 2

MAH MBA CET 2023 analysis for Day 2 is now available. The first session was from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM and the second session was held from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM. The overall difficulty level of both session was easy, but there was stark difference in the sectional weightage of both. In Session 1, Logical Reasoning section had 40 questions whereas in Session 2, this section had 75 questions. The number of Quantitative Aptitude questions in Session 1 was 83, whereas in Session2, it was 50. Shiksha has provided detailed MBA CET exam analysis 2023 for Day 2, March 26 below.

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The MAH MBA CET exam analysis 2023 contains in-depth discussion of types of questions, topic-wise weightage, exam pattern, section-wise difficulty levels and expected cut offs for admission to Maharashtra's top MBA colleges. 

Q:   What is the cutoff for JBIMS in MAH CET?

A:

Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies admission to Master of Management Studies (MMS), MMS in Financial Management, MMS in Marketing Management and Master of Human Resource Development (MHRD) through MAH CET MBA.  As per JBIMS cutoff 2023 and 2024 for MMS, the minimum cutoff in MAH CET CAP Round 1 and Last Round cutoff was 99.99 Percentile. Analysis of cut offs for previous years for Master of Management Studies (MMS) reveals that, JBIMS has seen an improving trend compared to 2022. Also, when compared from 2021 to 2022, it shows an improving trend here as well. The cutoff for Master of Management Studies (MMS) was 99.96 in 2021 and 99.98 in 2022 respectively. MAH CET cutoffs are released upto Round 3. Aspirants seeking admission to JBIMS can check more details regarding the same by clicking here

Q:   Which college can I get for MBA with 66.80 percentile in MAH-CET exam?

A:
You can look for the colleges mentioned below: Vivekanand Education Society's Institute of Management Studies & Research, Mumbai MAEER's MIT College of Engineering, Kothrud, Pune Agnel Charities Agnel Seva Sangha's Fr. C. Rodrigues Institute of Management. Studies, DTE-Mumbai Don Bosco Institute of Technology, Mumbai Durgadevi Saraf Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai Maharashtra Institute of Technology, Kothrud, Pune Shri Ramdeobaba College of Engineering and Management, Nagpur You can visit the official website for cut-offs of the colleges.

Q:   I have scored 75.26% in MAH-CET for MBA. Which colleges will I get?

A:
Well, first of all, congratulations. I would like to tell you that you are very much eligible to get a good MBA college. I would like to suggest you Universal Business School, Mumbai. It is a college that provides dual degree where you get MBA from Cardiff Met. University and PGDM which is AICTE approved. It has been set up by CEOs, who have headed multi-billion dollar multinational companies in over 100 countries, and served as faculty at Jamnalal Bajaj, Mumbai for 30+ years. UBS has established Alliances with 12 International Universities and partnership with leading UK University, Cardiff Metropolitan University to truly bring an International exposure to students, with an International Degree, International Faculty, International Board and International students offering a global curriculum and global placements. A world class 60 acres campus designed with hills on all sides creating an oasis of education 2013 'Business School with a Soul'. UBS MBA courses are AICTE Approved and have been designed to become experiential learning in nature. Built By Industry for Industry. For courses and more information, you can visit the website. http://www.universalbusinessschool.com

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MAH MBA CET 2023 Analysis: Highlights

MAH MBA CET 20223 is being held on two days, March 25 and 26, 2023 in two sessions. Day 1 was conducted smoothly, but some glitches in the first session were reported at several exam centres and the papers of both sessions were easy. Check key highlights of the MAH MBA CET 2023 before reading the detailed analysis of Day 2.

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  • There is no change in the MBA CET exam pattern
  • MAH MBA CET question paper 2023 of Day 2 has 200 questions
  • The maximum number of questions have been asked Logical Reasoning
  • The minimum number of questions have been asked from Analytical Reasoning
  • The questions were clubbed together section wise so it was a good relief to candidates this year
  • There is no negative marking for wrong attempts

MAH MBA CET 2023 Analysis: Difficulty Level

Given below is the table indicating the difficulty level of the MAH MBA CET 2023 question paper and approximate number of good attempts on Day 2.

MAH MBA CET 2023 sections

Number of Questions

(Session 1)

Number of Questions (Session 2)

Difficulty Level

Good Attempts (Approx.)

Abstract Reasoning

25

25

Easy to Moderate

170-175

Logical Reasoning

40

75

Easy

Quantitative Aptitude

83

50

Easy

Verbal Ability

52

50

Easy

Overall

200

200

Easy

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MAH MBA CET 2023 Analysis Day 2: Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension

The VARC section of MAH MBA CET 2023, Day 2 was easy and could be solved quickly. In the first session, there were around 15 RC questions and 37 non-RC questions. In the second session, there were 20 RC questions and 30 non-RC questions.

The RC passages of session 2 were -  Gravitational Instability; Importance of Colours of Objects; Communication and Communities; Capitalism and the British Empire, and had five questions each.

Check below sectional composition of VARC section of MBA CET 2023 Day 2:

Q:   When was MAH MBA CET 2024 cut off released?

A:

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra uploads round wise and category wise MAH MBA CET cut offs on its official website during the CAP process. The MAH CET MBA 2024 cut offs were released during the CAP 2024 which was held from July 12 to September 12, 2024. You can check MAH CET 2024 cut off on this page (https://www.shiksha.com/mba/mah-cet-exam-cutoff). You can also check the cut offs of previous years on this page.

MAH CET cut offs include only the overall cut offs on the basis of which seats are allotted to candidates during the counselling process. Candidates do not have to meet any sectional cut off to be eligible for admission into a particular MBA college. MAH CET cut offs 2024 were declared for three rounds. Cut off percentiles of students belonging to different categories were different. The category specific cut offs were released by the State CET separately. Candidates belonging to reserved category must check and choose their college accordingly.

Q:   What is COEP MAH MBA cutoff 2023?

A:

The MAHCET MBA 2023 cutoff for Round 3 at COEP Pune has been released as the concluding round. Candidates who are seeking admission to the COEP Pune MBA programme can check the latest cutoff trends in table below: 

M.B.A. in Business Analytics - COEP Pune : MAH CET percentile Cutoff (General-All India)
Section2023
Overall99.67
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - COEP Pune : MAH CET percentile Cutoff (General-All India)
Section2023
Overall99.8

Q:   Which college can I get for MBA as I have scored 64%ile in MAH-CET?

A:
Hi, Colleges accepting your score: Shree Chanakya Edu. Society's Indira School Of Business Studies, Tathwade Don Bosco Institute of Technology, Mumbai Durgadevi Saraf Institute of Management Studies, Malad (W), Mumbai Maharashtra Institute of Technology, Kothrud, Pune Shri Ramdeobaba College of Engineering and Management, Nagpur Vidyalankar Institute of Technology, Wadala, Mumbai Modern Education Society's Neville Wadia Institute of Management Studies & Research, Pune.

Q:   Which college can I get for MBA with 87.86 percentile in MAH-CET exam?

A:
With 87.86 percentile in MAH CET exam, you have a good chance of getting admission to some of the top MBA colleges in Maharashtra. Here are some of the options you can consider: K J Somaiya Institute of Management, Mumbai Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research, Mumbai Sydenham Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai N L Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research, Mumbai Institute of Management Technology, Nagpur PUMBA (Department of Management Sciences, University of Pune) MIT School of Business, Pune Indira Institute of Management, Pune Balaji Institute of Modern Management (BIMM), Pune Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Pune.

Q:   I got 90.3 percentile in MAH CET MBA exam. Which good colleges can I apply for (not from Maharashtra)?

A:

 Congratulations on achieving a percentile of 90.3 in the MAH CET MBA exam! With such a percentile, you have a good chance of getting admission to reputable MBA colleges outside Maharashtra. Here are some well-known colleges you can consider applying to:

  1. Indian Institute of Management (IIMs): The IIMs are premier management institutes in India. They have campuses in various locations across the country, such as Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Calcutta, Lucknow, and others. Each IIM has its own admission criteria and selection process, so you can explore the ones that match your preferences.
  2. Xavier School of Management (XLRI), Jamshedpur: XLRI is one of the top management institutes in India. Known for its flagship Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) programme, XLRI offers a highly regarded curriculum and excellent placement opportunities.
  3. Faculty of Management Studies (FMS), Delhi University: FMS is one of the oldest business schools in India and offers a highly competitive MBA programme. Known for its academic rigor and affordable fees, FMS is a sought-after choice for MBA aspirants.
  4. SP Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR), Mumbai: SPJIMR is one of the leading business schools in India. It offers a diverse range of programs and is known for its innovative curriculum and emphasis on experiential learning.
  5. Management Development Institute (MDI), Gurgaon: MDI is a reputed management institute known for its quality education and industry-oriented programs. It offers a variety of courses, including a flagship Post Graduate programme in Management (PGPM).
  6. Indian School of Business (ISB), Hyderabad: ISB is a premier B-school that offers globally recognised programs. It is known for its strong industry connections, distinguished faculty, and a diverse student community. These are just a few examples of well-regarded MBA colleges outside Maharashtra. It is recommended to research and explore each college's admission criteria, curriculum, placement records, and campus culture to find the best fit for your preferences and career aspirations.

VARC Topics

No. of Questions (Session 1)

No. of Questions (Session 2)

Reading Comprehension

15

20

Verbal Ability (parts of speech, spot the error, antonyms/synonyms, word meaning, idioms)

37

30

Total

52

50

MAH MBA CET 2023 Analysis Day 2: Quantitative Aptitude

On the second day of MAH MBA CET 2023, Quantitative Aptitude section saw the biggest difference in weightage between Session 1 and Session 2. However, the section has easy questions in both slots. There were 60 Quantitative Aptitude section and 23 Data Interpretation questions.

In the second session, there were 50 questions and zero Data Interpretation questions.

Maximum questions were on Arithmetic, such as Time-Speed-Distance, Averages, Ratio-Proportion, Time & Work, Mixtures & Alligations, Percentages, Simple and Compound Interest. Other topics include Numbers, Algebra and Modern Mathematics.

Check below sectional composition of Quantitative Aptitude section of MBA CET 2023 Day 2:

Quantitative Aptitude Topics

No. of Questions (Session 1)

No. of Questions (Session 2)

Arithmetic

31

25

Algebra

8

1

Numbers

3

19

Geometry

7

2

Modern Math

11

3

Data Interpretation (5 questions)

23

0

Total

83

50

Data Interpretation Questions from Session 1 of MAH MBA CET 2023 Day 2

DI Topics

No. of Questions

1 set on Horizontal Bar Graph

4

1 set on Vertical Bar Graph

3

1 set on Vertical Bar Graph

3

1 set on Vertical Bar Graph

4

1 set on Pie chart

3

Miscellaneous

6

Total

23

MAH MBA CET 2023 Analysis Day 2: Logical Reasoning

In this section of MAH MBA CET 2023 on Day 2, there was a huge difference between the number of questions. Since there were 23 DI questions in session 1, the number of LR questions was low.

Overall, this section was easy to moderate in terms of difficulty level in both sessions. The questions were asked from Arrangements, Family Tree, Venn Diagram, Coding Decoding, Directions, Number Series, Groups & Conditionalities etc. In Verbal Reasoning, there were questions on Syllogisms, identifying the odd word out of the given words, Analogies, Assumptions, Assertion-Reasoning.

Check below sectional composition of Logical Reasoning section of MBA CET 2023 Day 2:

Logical Reasoning Topics

No. of Questions (Session 1)

No. of Questions (Session 2)

Arrangements

4

12

Family tree

2

5

Coding decoding

2

5

Directions

4

5

Clocks & calendars

10

2

Number series

6

10

Cube

4

4

Miscellaneous

0

7

Verbal reasoning

8

25

Total

40

75

MAH MBA CET 2023 Analysis Day 2: Abstract Reasoning

In both the sessions of MAH MBA CET 202 Day 2, there were 25 questions on Abstract Reasoning. The questions were a mix of easy and moderate difficulty level.

Abstract Reasoning Topics

No. of Questions (Session 1)

No. of Questions (Session 2)

Analogies

7

1

Series completion

6

11

Odd man out

3

10

Miscellaneous

9

3

Total

25

25

 

MAH MBA CET 2023 Expected Cut Offs

The official cut offs will be released during the Centralised Admission Process (CAP). We have shared below, expected MAH CET MBA 2023 cut off percentiles of top Maharashtra colleges based on the difficulty level of the exam:

MBA Colleges

MAH MBA CET 2023 Score

MAH MBA CET Cut Off Percentile

JBIMS

155

99.9

SIMSREE, Mumbai

140

99.5

Prin L,N.Welingkar's

140

99.5

PUMBA, University of Pune

128

98.5

College of Engineering, Pune

128

98.5

S.I.E.S. College of Management Studies, Mumbai

128

98.5

St. Xavier's College

128

98.5

Chetana's Ramprasad Khandelwal Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai

128

98.5

MET's Institute of Management, Mumbai

115

95

Lala Lajpatrai Institute of Management, Mumbai

115

95

Indira College of Engineering & Management, Pune

115

95

Thakur Institute of Management Studies & Research, Mumbai

115

95

*Cut off courtesy: IMS India

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