MAH MBA CET 2025: Registration Last Date Feb 10, Exam Dates (Revised), Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern
Maharashtra Common Entrance Test 2025 ( MAH CET )
Registration - 25 Dec '24 - 10 Feb '25
MAH MBA CET 2025 dates have been revised to April 1, 2 and 3, 2025. Registration process for the same will end on February 10, 2025. 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 April 1, 2,and 3, 2025. Earlier the exam dates were March 17, 18 and 19, 2025, but the examination body pushed the exam to April. MAH CET 2025 registration process started on December 25, 2025. The last date to fill MAH MBA CET 2025 application form was January 25, 2025 but was revised to January 31, 2025. The MBA CET 2025 registration last date has been revised again to February 10, 2025.
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The MAH MBA CET syllabus 2025 includes Analytical and Logcal Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Verbal Ability. There is no change in the MAH CET exam pattern 2025. The exam will have 200 questions from the aforementioned topics to be solved in 2.5 hours.
Q: What is the eligibility criteria for MBA-CET?
Q: What is the MBA CET CAP eligibility criteria?
In the MAH CET CAP, there are three categories in which the seat allotment is done: 1. Maharashtra State Candidature, 2. All India Candidature/Jammu and Kashmir Migrant Candidature Candidate and 3. NRI/OCI/PIO Foreign National, Children of Indian workers in the Gulf countries. Given below are the category wise MAH CET CAP eligibility criteria. Maharashtra State Candidature: The candidate should be an Indian National and must have passed -year Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with at least 50 per cent marks in aggregate from a recognised university (at least 45 per cent in case of candidates belonging to backward class categories and Persons with Disability belonging to Maharashtra State only). The candidate must have obtained more than zero score in MAH CET exam. All India Candidature/Jammu and Kashmir Migrant Candidature Candidate: The candidate should be an Indian National and must have passed 3-year Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with at least 50 per cent marks in aggregate from a recognised university. They must have also scored more than zero score in MAH CET/XAT/MAT/ATMA/GMAT/CAT/CMAT. NRI/OCI/PIO Foreign National, Children of Indian workers in the Gulf countries: The candidate should have passed minimum three-year duration Bachelor's Degree with 50 per cent marks or equivalent, awarded by the University recognized by the UGC or AIU. Any other criterion declared from time to time by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra as defined under the ACT.
Q: I am a non Maharashtra student and I am planning to give CMAT. I have filled MAH CET form for cap round but is it compulsory to give it?
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 1,200 (General category) INR 1,000 (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 |
25-Dec-2024 to 10-Feb-2025 (11:59 pm) |
| Admit card download starts |
Fourth week of February 2025 |
| MAH MBA CET 2025 exam |
March 17, 18, 19, 2025 April 1, 2 and 3, 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 as been 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: https://cetcell.mahacet.org/
- Click on CET examination portal AY 2025-26
- Click on ‘Register’ 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 1,200 (INR 1,000 for Reserved category)
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 |
||
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
Q: Can I join GICED without MAH CET?
It is possible to join GICED without MAH CET, but the quality of the college may be affected. However, it is important to note that MAH CET is a state-level examination that is required for final admission to some colleges in Maharashtra. Some categories of candidates, such as foreign nationals, children of NRI/OCI/PIO, and Indian workers in Gulf countries, may be eligible for direct admission without having to appear for the exam. Additionally, some MBA colleges in Mumbai offer direct admission without taking an entrance exam, but candidates must meet certain eligibility criteria, such as having a minimum CGPA and being in the final year of graduation. Therefore, while it may be possible to join GICED without MAH CET, it is important to research the specific admission requirements for the college and programme of interest.
Q: How to apply for CAP round of MAH CET?
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
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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 April 1, 2 and 3, 2025. Earlier, the exam dates were announced as March 17, 18 and 19, 2025 but was later revised. 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 process began on December 25, 2025 and will end on February 10, 2025. 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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