MAH MBA CET Preparation 2025: Tips to Crack Quantitative Aptitude

Maharashtra Common Entrance Test 2025 ( MAH CET )

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MAH MBA CET Quantitative Aptitude section carries 50 marks and majority of the questions are from Arithmetic. There are usually 10 questions from Data Interpretation also. Read below key MAH MBA CET 2025 preparation tips for Quantitative Aptitude.

Quantitative Aptitude Tips for MAH CET MBA

In MAH CET MBA, Quantitative Aptitude is one of the four major sections of the question paper. The topics included in this section are same as in other MBA entrance exams, so candidates who have appeared for CAT 2024 or XAT 2025 need not study extra for MAH CET exam 2025. All you need to do is, solve a series of MAH CET mock tests and sample papers to understand the type and range of Quantitative Aptitude questions asked in MAH CET. In this article, we have shared key highlights of Quantitative Aptitude section of the exam and preparation tips. Read below MAH MBA CET 2025 preparation tips for Quantitative Aptitude.

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MAH CET 2025 will be held on March 17, 18 and 19, 2025. So candidates have good enough time to prepare if they start from now. Start with checking the MAH CET Quant syllabus. Know which topics need more attention and which need only revision. Make a plan accordingly. Solve MAH CET mock tests, practice sample questions, make notes, revise all topics and theorems, along with studying chapters. The key to clearing Quantitative Aptitude section of MAH MBA CET 2025 with good marks is practice. Also, develop the art of choosing the right questions attempt because accuracy is the key.

Q:   How can I prepare for MAH MBA CET?

A:

MAH MBA CET preparation can be done in two ways – 1. Join a coaching institute 2. Prepare by self study. If you choose the former, you will get complete guidance from the teachers and mentors, but if you choose the later, you will have to be your own guide. Self study will require a lot more discipline and dedication. Take simple yet impactful steps. First of all, check the exam syllabus and see how much time you will require to cover the topics. If you are already familiar with the topics included in the MAH MBA CET syllabus, you will be able to have an estimation of the time required.

Ideally, you should start MAH MBA CET preparation about nine months in advance. That will give you an ample time to understand and master the topics included in the syllabus through theory and practice questions. Join online study groups for problem solving and doubt clearing. Staying in contact with peers will keep you motivated for preparation.

Q:   Can I prepare for MAH CET MBA in 6 months?

A:

Yes, you can prepare for MAH MBA CET in 6 months as the syllabus in not very different from any other MBA entrance test. The main subjects to study are Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Aptitude and Logical Reasoning. Data Interpretation is the sub part of Quantitative Aptitude so you need not prepare for it separately. To prepare for MAH MBA CET in six months, make a plan which is more focused on the topics from which most of the questions are asked. This is to make sure that you prepare the right topics in the given limited time. Spend the first three months in covering the syllabus, then utilize the next two months in practicing sample questions as well as mock tests. In the last one month focus on improving your hold on important topics by doing extensive revision and mock tests. You can make your own plan according to your hold over the topics. However, your plan must include mock tests and practice questions. Read More: MAH MBA CET preparation in six months

Q:   In which section of MAH MBA CET can I score maximum?

A:

It is tough to say that as there is no set pattern of sectional weightage in MAH CET anymore. Since the last two years, the number of questions for each section of the exam, varies for every slot. Meaning that, if in one slot there are 75 questions on LR and 25 AR, in the second slot there can be 60 questions on LR and 40 questions on AR. Similarly, there could be 50 questions on QA in one slot but in the next slot it could be 40. The total number of questions remain 200 in all the slots but the sectional weightage changes. So, one can really not prepare for the exam with the target of scoring maximum in a particular section. They need to prepare for all sections as any section can have maximum questions and the potential to score maximum.

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MAH MBA CET 2025: Quantitative Aptitude

The number of question per session vary in the Quantitative Aptitude section, but it doesn't exceed 50. If in one section, the number of questions is 45 so in another it can be 30. Check below the highlights of MAH MBA CET’s Quantitative Aptitude section below.

MAH MBA CET 2024: Quantitative Aptitude

Number of questions

50

Marks per question

1

Negative marking

No

Total marks

50

Difficulty level of questions

Moderate to tough

Good attempts

36 to 38

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MAH CET MBA Syllabus 2025: Quantitative Aptitude

The syllabus of MBA CET is same as other management entrance exams. Important topics included in the Quantitative Aptitude section of MAH MBA CET syllabus are as follows:

Since the Quantitative Aptitude section of MAH CET includes Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency. Candidates need to prepare for these topics too. Out of 50 questions, about 30-32 questions are from Quantitative Aptitude and 18-20 are from Data Interpretation. 

Q:   Which exam is more difficult among SNAP and MAH CET? What is the difference between the both?

A:
Hello! Compared to CET, SNAP is slightly difficult because of two main reasons: negative marking and the GK section(absent in CET). Having said that, both require dedicated preparation so that one can clear these exams with high scores. The top B-schools to apply under SNAP: SIBM, SCMHRD & SIIB(all located in Pune). And for CET: JBIMS, SIMSREE(Sydenham), Somaiya(SIMSR) & Welingkar - all in Mumbai. https://www.shiksha.com/mba/exams/snap https://www.shiksha.com/mba/exams/mah-cet Kindly visit these links for more details.

Q:   Is MAH CET MBA syllabus and its difficulty level the same as of CAT or XAT?

A:

Yes, the MAH CET MBA syllabus is same as CAT or XAT but its difficult level is lower than the two. If a candidate has appeared for CAT or XAT, then they can easily clear MAH CET with minimum preparation. The MAH CET MBA syllabus for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation. There is no Decision Making and General Awareness sections in MAH CET which are there in XAT.

Even though the number of questions are higher in MAH CET, the difficult level is easier than both CAT and XAT as there are less number of reading comprehension passages and related questions. The passages of MAH CET are simpler, shorter and less in number. The Quantitative Aptitude and Logical Reasoning questions are also easier in comparison to the questions of CAT and XAT.

Q:   Is it possible for an outsider to give MAH CET for MBA?

A:
Hi yes, you will be eligible to write MHT CET exam under AI quota. Candidates belonging to general category must have scored a minimum aggregate of 50% marks in Physics Chemistry and Mathematics in 10+2. Yes, the non-Maharashtra can apply and take MAH CET. They are a part of an open candidature and there is no seat reservation for them. MAH CET exam score is not accepted by the MBA colleges outside Maharashtra. These MBA colleges will accept MAH CET 2023 score alongwith other exam scores like CAT 2022, CMAT 2023.

Q:   Which are the most important topics to focus for MAH-CET preparation?

A:
Hello, The MAH CET test is more of a speed test. The questions asked are not tough in nature but time limit is the big game in the exam. Try to practice more and more mock papers and past year papers. Important Topics for MAH CET are listed below: Grammar Reading Comprehension Algebra Ratio and Its applications Arrangements Clocks and Calendars Data Structures Direction Sense Geometry and its applications Numbers and its applications Percentages and its applications Puzzles

Q:   What is the difficulty level of MAH MBA CET?

A:

MAH MBA CET is a moderately difficult exam. It’s difficulty level is lower than CAT but higher than MAT or ATMA. A major factor that makes MAH CET a difficult test to crack is that the questions are presented in random order and sectional weightage vary in every slot. So, candidates cannot anticipate or plan how many and which type of questions to get to their target score.

Also, the MAH MBA CET is dominated by Logical Reasoning questions and there are comparatively less Quantitative Aptitude questions. Since, there is no set pattern, candidates cannot pre-plan. They need to make a strategy and implement it as soon as they see the question paper. So, those who can think on their feet and can crack the exam better than others.

Tips to Crack Quantitative Aptitude Section of MAH MBA CET 2025

  • While making the MAH MBA CET 2025 preparation plan for Quantitative Aptitude, make sure the daily time table includes revision of mathematical formulas and theorems.
  • Aspirants having a strong base in Mathematics or those who have appeared for any other MBA entrance exam, need not prepare for this section from the scratch. The topics included in Quantitative Aptitude syllabus are advance level Maths of class 9 and 10, all that they need is practice and revision.
  • Candidates who have not studied Mathematics at 10+2 level or in Graduation, need to first gain conceptual clarity of the topics. The best source for this is NCERT Mathematics books of Class 9 and 10. Once the fundamental concepts of Algebra, Geometry and Mensuration are clear, they can move to MAH CET preparation books for Quantitative Aptitude.
  • Only theoretical or conceptual understanding of the topics is not enough to score high in this section. One needs to master application of the formulae as well. After completing every chapter of Quantitative Aptitude, solve a few questions (easy, moderate and tough) to know how well you have understood it.
  • The key to crack Quantitative Aptitude section on MAH MBA CET 2025 is practice. The more you solve Quants questions, the better you’ll get in terms of speed and accuracy.
  • Same goes for Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency. Solve a series of sample questions on Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency. This way you will have a good practice of understanding different types of tables, charts and graphs at a quick glance.

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  • Develop the ability of mental calculation. Memorise Tables up to 20, Square and Square Roots up to 100, Cubes, Cube Roots, etc. for quick calculation. This will save time during the MAH CET 2025 exam.
  • While solving MAH MBA CET mock test, time yourself well. Strive to solve Quantitative Aptitude questions within 40-45 minutes and if it is your strong area start the MAH MBA CET exam with it.
  • During the exam, focus on the questions from topics which are your strong areas. There is no negative marking in MAH MBA CET, but even then don’t take the chance of attempting all the questions. You would not want to waste time on questions which you can’t solve accurately.
  • Maintain a good speed in solving quants questions so that you are able to attempt a minimum of 38-40 questions out of 50.
  • Download: MAH MBA CET question papers PDFs
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