MAH MBA CET 2025 will be held on March 17, 18, 19, 2025. Syllabus for the same was released on November 13, 2024. The Maharashtra State CET Cell will conduct the state-wide entrance exam for admission to MBA/MMS courses offered by management institutes in the state. Check below all about MAH MBA CET exam 2025 for preparation.
MAH MBA CET 2025
MAH MBA CET 2025 exam will be held for admission to over 300 management institutes in India. The MBA CET 2025 will be held on March 17, 18 and 19, 2025 and the registration process will commence from January 2025. The Maharashtra State CET Cell announced the 2025 exam dates on November 27, 2024.
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Q: What is the syllabus & exam pattern of MAH-CET?
Q: 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.
Q: 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.
What is MAH MBA CET?
MAH MBA CET is an annual exam conducted in over 30 cities of Maharashtra. It is also conducted in about 12 cities in rest of India. The exam is conducted in computer based mode at various test centres. It is usually held over three days in multiple sessions. Questions are asked from VARC, Logical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude. The MAH MBA CET question paper has 200 questions and exam duration is 2.5 hours.
MAH MBA CET 2025 Highlights
MBA aspirants planing to appear for MAH MBA CET exam next year, must check all the details about the exam before starting preparation. Check key highlights of MBA CET 2025 below.
| Exam Particulars |
Exam Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name |
MAH MBA/MMS-CET or MAH-CET |
| Conducting Body |
State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra |
| Exam Level |
Postgraduate exam at the state level |
| Exam Frequency |
Annual |
| Mode of Exam |
Computed Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Registrations |
About 70,000 |
| Courses offered through Entrance Exam |
MBA/MMS/PGDM |
| Exam Fees |
INR 1,000 (General category) INR 800 (Reserved category) |
| Exam Duration |
2.5 hours |
| Total Marks |
200 |
| Total Questions |
200 |
| Marking Scheme |
One mark for each correct entry Zero marks for each incorrect entry |
| Language/Medium of Exam |
English |
| Colleges Accepting Exam Score |
JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA, Prin. LN Welinkar, Balaji Institute of Modern Management, ITM Business School, etc. |
| No. of Test Cities |
48 |
| Official Website |
https://cetcell.mahacet.org/ |
| Contact Details |
State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra State, Mumbai Helpline Number (10:00 AM to 06:00 PM) |
MAH MBA CET Eligibility Criteria 2025
- Candidate must be a graduate from a recognized university.
- Minimum marks required are 50 per cent in aggregate (45 per cent in case of reserved category candidates).
- Final year students awaiting their result are also eligible to apply.
- Candidates appearing for CAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT/XAT/ATMA can apply for MAH MBA CET counselling or MBA CAP.
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MAH MBA CET 2025 Exam Dates
MAH MBA CET 2025 dates have been announced at mahacet.org website. Check below tentative MAH CET events and dates.
| MAH CET 2025 Events |
MBA CET Exam Date 2025 |
|---|---|
| MAH MBA CET 2025 registrations |
First week of January to Second week of February 2025 |
| Admit card download starts |
Fourth week of February 2025 |
| MAH MBA CET 2025 exam |
March 17, 18, 19, 2025 |
| MAH CET 2025 result declaration |
Last week of April 2025 |
| MAH MBA CET CAP 2025 |
First week of June to Third week of August 2025 |
MAH MBA CET 2025 Registration cum Application Process
MAH CET MBA/MMS application form 2025 will be released at the official website only. Candidates have to fill the MAH CET registration cum application form at the Maharashtra CET website.
- Open the Maharashtra State CET Cell website
- Click on ‘New Registration’ tab
- Read exam related instructions and click on ‘I accept and proceed’ tab
- Enter personal details and a password
- Click on save and proceed
- Log in with application number generated and password
- Enter personal details, domicile and category
- Upload required documents for domicile/category
- Upload passport size photo and scanned signature
- Enter test city preference
- Pay application fee of INR 1,000 to complete the process
MAH MBA CET Pattern 2025
MAH CET MBA/MMS pattern is prescribed by the State CET Cell. Check the below table for highlights of MBA CET pattern 2025.
| MAH MBA CET Syllabus and Pattern |
Details |
||
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of sections, questions and marks |
Logical Reasoning |
75 questions |
75 marks |
| Abstract Reasoning |
25 questions |
25 marks |
|
| Quantitative Aptitude |
50 questions |
50 marks |
|
| Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension |
50 questions |
50 marks |
|
| Exam duration |
150 minutes |
||
| Mode of examination |
Computer Based Test |
||
| Marking scheme |
1 mark for each correct answer No negative marking |
||
Q: What is the exam pattern for the MH-CET MBA?
MAH MBA CET exam pattern is similar to other MBA entrance exams but has unique elements. The question paper has 200 questions. All questions are in Multiple Choice Answers type. Every question has five options to choose the correct answers from. The total marks of the test is 200. Each question carries one mark. There is no negative marking in MAH CET so 0 marks will be awarded for incorrect entries. If you skip a question, you will be marked zero. The questions are usually moderate in terms of difficult level.
The time duration of MAH MBA CET is 2.5 hours or 150 minutes. There is no sectional time limit so candidates can solve questions as per their pace. However, they need to complete the paper before the 2.5 hours are over.
MAH CET MBA exam is held in online mode at various test centres. The exam is conducted in multiple sessions. Usually two days, four sessions.
MAH MBA CET Syllabus 2025
MAH MBA CET syllabus includes four subjects - Logical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension. Listed below are important sections of the same:
- Logical Reasoning & Abstract Reasoning: Linear & Circular Arrangement, Series Completion, Coding, Symbol-based Comparison, Venn Diagram, Blood Relations
- Quantitative Aptitude: Algebra, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Mensuration, Time & Work, Probability
- Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension: Grammar, Sentence Completion, Synonyms, Parajumbles, Antonyms, Reading Abilityand Vocabulary
MAH MBA CET Preparation 2025
MBA CET exam preparation requires at least 6 months. Candidates need to have ample time in hand to be able to cover the MAH MBA CET syllabus and practice mock tests. The difficulty level of MAH CET MBA is moderate and if one has appeared for CAT, XAT, NMAT, they can crack the it easily. So, candidates must plan their MAH MBA CET preparation strategy accordingly.
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MAH MBA CET Admit Card 2025
MAH MBA CET admit card 2025 will be released in online mode at the exam website. Candidates are required to download their MAH MBA CET admit card by using their login credentials. Check the process below:
- Go to the cetcell.mahacet.org website
- Click on 'download admit card/hall ticket'
- Enter MBA CET 2025 application number and date of birth
- Go to admit card option on dashboard
- Download your MBA CET hall ticket
MAH MBA CET Result 2025
The MAH MBA CET 2025 result will be announced online at the Maharashtra State CET website. Candidates will be required to download their scorecard by following the steps given below:
- Visit the official website
- Click on the 'Scorecard download' section
- Enter application number and date of birth
- PDF of MAH MBA CET scorecard will be displayed
- Click on download and save your scorecard on the desktop
Also Read: MAH MBA CET 2024 result and scorecard download
MAH MBA CET Counselling 2025
After the declaration of MAH MBA CET 2024 result a counselling process will be held to allot seat to candidates in participating colleges. Officially called, the Centralised Admission Process or CAP, it will be conducted about two months after MBA CET 2024 result declaration. The MAH CET CAP process will include the following stages:
- Online registration for MBA CAP
- Round wise MAH MBA CET 2024 cut off release and seat allotment
- Completion of admission formalities by candidates
Candidates who will clear the MBA CET exam will be eligible for the Centralised Admission Process or CAP round. This is a common counselling process in which candidate are allotted MBA/MMS seats in MAH CET participating colleges. If they meet the college cut off, they will be allotted a seat in that college. Candidates having appeared in CAT/CMAT/MAT/ATMA/GMAT can also participate in MAH CET CAP.
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MAH MBA CET Cut Offs
The MAH CET cut offs are released round wise during the CAP. Check the below table for latest MBA CET cut offs of top MBA colleges accepting the exam score.
| MBA Colleges |
MBA CET Cut Offs |
|---|---|
| 99.98 |
|
| 99.95 |
|
| Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research, Mumbai |
99.89 |
| 99.68 |
|
| Department of Management Sciences (PUMBA), University of Pune |
99.67 |
| 99.62 |
|
| 99.60 |
|
| Chetana's Ramprasad Khandelwal Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai |
99.24 |
| 98.57 |
|
| 98.36 |
|
| 98.00 |
|
| 97.87 |
|
| 97.79 |
|
| 96.49 |
|
| Vivekanand Education Society's Institute of Management Studies & Research, Mumbai |
96.49 |
| Alkesh Dinesh Modi Institute for Financial & Management Studies, Mumbai |
96.06 |
| 95.88 |
|
| 95.55 |
|
| Indira Global Business School, Parandwadi Tq. Maval Dist. Pune |
95.39 |
| Fr. C. Rodrigues Inst. of Management. Studies, Vashi, Navi Mumbai |
95.14 |
Also Read: List of colleges MBA accepting MAH CET score
MAH MBA CET 2025 FAQs
Q: What is MAH MBA CET 2025 exam date?
A: MAH MBA CET 2025 exam will be held on March 17, 18, 19, 2025. The Maharashtra State CET Cell announced the MBA CET 2025 exam date on November 27, 2024. The examination schedule was released at the official website.
Q: What is MAH CET MBA syllabus?
A: MAH MBA CET syllabus includes Verbal Ability, Reading Comprehension, Analytical Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation and Quantitative Techniques. Weightage of Reasoning questions is maximum in MAH CET. Around 100 questions are asked from this subject.
Q: When will MAH MBA CET 2025 applications begin?
MAH MBA CET 2025 application dates will be announced in January 2025 and the registration process will begin around same time. Candidates will be required to fill the MAH MBA CET 2025 application form online at Maharashtra State CET Cell website.
Q: How much time is required to prepare for MAH MBA CET 2025?
A: MAH MBA CET is a medium difficulty level exam. Candidates must prepare for the exam for at least 6 months. First three months should be spent in the coverage of exam syllabus and rest of the three months should be spent in practice sessions, mock tests and revisions.
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One of the major entrance tests to secure admissions into the MBA and MMS courses in Maharashtra is Indira Global Business School through MAH MBA CET. The State Common Entrance Test Cell in Maharashtra has announced the provisional schedule for MAH MBA CET 2025.
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Admissions to the MBA course at NIF Global Bandra are entrance-based. The institute accepts score secured by the candidates in the MAH CET exam. However, students must fulfil the basic eligibility of passing graduation with a minimum aggregate of 50% from a recognised university. Additionally, the i
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Yes, you can apply for the MBA/PGDM course at Parle Tilak Vidyalaya Association's Institute of Management (PTVAIM) without the MAH CET exam. PTVAIM accepts multiple entrance exam scores, including CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, and GMAT for admission to its MBA/PGDM program. However, candidates must meet the
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The MAH CET CUTToff for Vivekanand Education Society's Institute of Technology changes every year depending on various things. For last year it was 99.19 percentage. The MHT CET 2025 exam for admission to BE/BTech and Integrated BTech courses will be held from April 19 to April 27, 2025. The regist
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It may now be anticipated that almost immediately after the conclusion of the exams, which will take place from March 9 to March 11, 2024, the MAH CET 2024 results will be released to the public.
The Result of MAH CET 2024 will be announced very soon after the examination. Candidates will visit the
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Yes, you can get admission to the MBA/PGDM course at Indira Global Business School (IGBS) without appearing for MAH CET, provided you meet the eligibility criteria through other accepted entrance exams. IGBS typically accepts scores from various national and state-level entrance exams. These include
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The Institute of Management and Research (IMDR) in Pune primarily offers MBA and PGDM courses, and while they do accept various entrance exams, they do not exclusively require the MAH CET for admission. IMDR accepts scores from multiple exams including CAT, CMAT, ATMA, and XAT, in addition to MAH CE
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The MAH CET cutoff for admission to the Institute of Management and Research can vary each year based on factors like the number of applicants, the difficulty level of the exam, and the available seats. Typically, the cutoff is determined based on your MAH CET score, and it serves as the minimum qua
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The result date for the MAH CET (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test) for MBA, MMS, and other management courses typically falls around June. For example, in 2023, the results were released on June 3. You should keep an eye on the official Maharashtra CET website for updates specific to this year's exa
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