What is the sectional weightage in MAH MBA CET?

MAH MBA CET has four sections – Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, Logical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude. Section wise, the Logical Reasoning has the maximum weightage and Abstract Reasoning has the minimum weightage. Check below the sectional weightage of MAH MBA CET 2024: Logical Reasoning: 75 questions Abstract Reasoning: 25 questions Quantitative Aptitude: 50 questions Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension: 50 questions There can be a change in number of questions in the actual question papers. The exam is held in multiple sessions and one session may not have the same sectional weightage as another session. In MAH MBA CET 2023, the first session on day 2 had 83 Quantitative Aptitude session and the second session had 50 questions.

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

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.

Which are the best books for MAH MBA CET?

To study the syllabus for MAH CET MBA/MMS, candidates must choose the right reference books. Although the CAT preparation books are common study material for all MBA entrance exams in India including MAH CET, candidates must refer to exam specific books to know the nuances of the exam. Books for MAH MBA CET are available in the market and they include sample questions of various difficult levels for practice. Candidates planning to appear for MAH MBA CET must refer to the books specific to the exam. Given below is the list of best books for MAH CET MBA preparation: Book Name Authors/Publishers Name MAH CET (MBA/ MMS) Entrance Guide Odisha Publications 50+ Solve Papers Arihant Mathematics for MBA Entrance Exams RS Agarwal Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension TIME Maharashtra MBA CET Arihant Publications

What are the topics from which Logical Reasoning questions are asked in MAH CET?

Most of the questions of MAH MBA CET Logical and Abstract Reasoning are asked from topics like Arrangements, Family trees, Coding-Decoding, Direction, Clock and Calendars, Groups and Conditionality, Number Series, Venn Diagrams, Syllogisms, Odd Word Out, Analogies, Blood Relations, Proposition, Direction Sense, Assumptions, Puzzles, Binary Logic, Clock and Calendars, Sets and Caselets, etc. This section is divided into two parts – Logical Reasoning and Abstract Reasoning. The Logical Reasoning section has about 75 questions and Abstract Reasoning Section has around 25 questions. The number of questions can change in a given year or in a given session. So, candidates must prepare for both types of reasoning questions of various difficulty levels. Scoring high in Logical Reasoning will result in a good overall score.

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.

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

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

Which section of MAH MBA CET syllabus has maximum weightage?

The Logical Reasoning section of MBA CET has the maximum weightage. This section carries 75 marks and Abstract Reasoning section carries 25 marks. So, together they carry 100 questions, i.e. 1/2 of the total number of questions. Quantitative Aptitude and Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension sections carry 50 marks each. Thus, candidates must prepare for this section well. Most of the times, the Logical Reasoning and Abstract Reasoning questions have been easy to moderate in terms of difficult level. However, candidates should not ignore it at any cost as a good overall score and overall percentile will be directly related to one’s performance in these two sections. If you score low in these two sections, you score will fall drastically.

How do I prepare for the quant section of the MAH MBA CET?

Quantitative Aptitude consists of 50 marks in the MAH MBA CET question paper. The following advice can help you prepare for this section: 1. To begin with, become familiar with the kinds of questions that are frequently asked in the math section of the MAH MBA CET, such as arithmetic, Algebra and geometry. 2. Study basic concepts with the help of a basic NCERT book before referring to advance books. 3. Refer to quality reference material such as Arihant or R. S. Agrawal to study important topics of the syllabus in detail. 4. Give a 60:40 ratio to studying and practicing for this section; practice becomes important in this section. 5. Give a weekly mock test to improve your accuracy on each topic in this section.

How many MAH CET mock tests should I practice before the exam?

The candidates must practice at least 15-20 MBA CET mock tests. Practicing that many will make them well prepared for all types of questions in the exam - tricky, lengthy, easy, tough, etc. They should practice the mock tests in the latest format of the exam (jumbled questions from across the sections). However, the point to keep in mind is that one should not start practicing mock test without completing the MAH MBA CET syllabus. They must first complete the syllabus so that while solving the mock test, they know which theorem to apply on what type of questions. Candidate must also analyse their performance with each mock test to see their progress. The goal of MAH MBA CET practice should be to score better with each mock test. The goal should also be the gain speed in solving the questions with each mock test.

Is the question paper of one MAH CET session different from another?

The question paper of all the MAH CET MBA sessions are different from each other. The test pattern and structure of the MAH MBA CET question papers is the same but one of them could be slightly easier or tougher as no question is repeated in any session. Every MAH CET session has a question paper with unique questions. The number of questions per section also varies from one session to another. This makes one session of the MAH CET exam slightly tougher than another. The MAH MBA CET exam is always held in multiple sessions. The number of sessions can differ from one year to another. In 2022, the exam was conducted on three days, and every day, 2 sessions were held. In 2023, the exam was held on two days and each day had 2 sessions. To negate the advantage or disadvantage to a student over another due to differences in the difficult levels, the MAH CET Cell normalizes scores of all candidates on a common scale to calculate percentile.

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 the syllabus of MAH MBA CET Logical Reasoning and Abstract Reasoning?

The syllabus of MAH MBA CET Logical and Abstract Reasoning section includes Arrangements, Family tree, Coding-Decoding, Direction, Clock and Calendars, Groups and Conditionality, Number Series, Venn Diagrams, Syllogisms, Odd Word Out, Analogies, Blood Relations, Proposition, Direction Sense, Assumptions, Puzzles, Binary Logic, Clock and Calendars, Sets and Caselets, etc. This section is divided into two parts. The Logical Reasoning section has 75 questions and Abstract Reasoning Section has 25 questions. Each question has five option to choose the correct option from. Each correct option fetches 1 mark and incorrect option fetches 0 marks. The candidates need to focus more on this section of MAH MBA CET as it carries the maximum weightage. Prepare for this section by practicing a large number of practice questions.

What is the syllabus of MAH MBA CET Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension?

The syllabus of MAH MBA CET Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension includes all important topics such as reading comprehension, selling/appropriate usage, fill in the banks, para jumbles, vocabulary, antonyms and synonyms, error correction, sentence completion and word arrangement, grammar, one-word substituting and verbal ability. Candidates must prepare these topic well to score high in MAH CET. There will be 50 questions in the VARC section of MAH CET. Every question will carry 1 mark for correct attempt and 0 for incorrect attempt. Five options will be given to choose the correct option from. The Reading Comprehension passage will be of medium difficult. They will be short and will have straightforward questions. There are a maximum of 2 to 3 passages having not more than 14-15 questions.

What is the syllabus of MAH MBA CET Quantitative Aptitude?

The syllabus of MAH MBA CET Quantitative Aptitude section includes Geometry, Trigonometry, Algebra, Mensuration, Partnership (Accounts), Profit and Loss, Mean, mode, median, Ratio and Proportion, In-Equations, Quadratic and Linear equations, Surds and Indices, Time-Speed-Distance, Number System, Geometric Progression, Binomial theorem, Inequalities, Work and Time, Percentage, Logarithms, Square Root and Cube Root, Probability and Simple Interest and Compound Interest. There will be 50 questions in the Quantitative Aptitude section of MAH CET. Every question will carry 1 mark for correct attempt and 0 for incorrect attempt. Five options will be given to choose the correct option from. Most of the questions will be asked from Arithmetic topics. This section also contains data interpretation. Normally, there are two sets of data interpretation questions based on graph, table or a pie chart. Out of 50 questions 8-10 questions are from data interpretation.

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Q: What are the topics from which questions are asked in MAH CET English section?

The MAH MBA CET English session is not dominated by Reading Comprehension unlike CAT. Out of 50 questions, only about 14-16 questions are asked from Reading Comprehension passages. Rest of the questions are asked from topics such as appropriate usage, fill in the banks, para jumbles, vocabulary, antonyms and synonyms, error correction, sentence completion and word arrangement, grammar, one-word substituting and verbal ability. To score well in this section of MAH MBA CET, candidates should focus on English grammar and verbal ability such as word placement, fill in the banks, etc.

Q: What are the topics from which Quantitative Aptitude questions are asked in MAH CET?

The MAH MBA CET Quantitative Aptitude is a moderately difficult section. The topics from which the questions are asked include Geometry, Trigonometry, Algebra, Mensuration, Partnership (Accounts), Profit and Loss, Mean, mode, median, Ratio and Proportion, In-Equations, Quadratic and Linear equations, Surds and Indices, Time-Speed-Distance, Number System, Geometric Progression, Binomial theorem, Inequalities, Work and Time, Percentage, Logarithms, Square Root and Cube Root, Probability and Simple Interest and Compound Interest. This section also contains topics from data interpretation and data sufficiency. Normally, there are two sets of data interpretation questions based on a graph, table or pie chart. Most of the questions however are from Quantitative Aptitude, specifically Arithmetic. Aspirants must dedicate about 2-3 months to this section for complete preparation. They need to be thorough with all the concepts and have enough practice of various types of questions.

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MAH MBA CET exam is a moderately difficult exam and one can score well if the preparation is done well. To prepare for MAH CET MBA exam 2025 candidates must have a plan in mind which should include when to start and how to start.

Usually, the preparation time for MAH CET is 6 months if a candidate is preparing for other MBA entrance exams in the same exam season. However, candidates can start much earlier or later depending upon their capability. To start with the exam preparation candidates must first go through the MBA CET 2025 syllabus and see what topics they are familiar with. Thereafter, they should make a daily plan for syllabus coverage. Once you have completed the syllabus, move to the next phase of MBA CET exam preparation which is, mock test practice. In the last few days before MBA CET 2025, dedicate one hour for revision of every section. Revise concepts, solve sample questions and make notes to prepare for MBA CET exam 2025.

Q: How can I prepare for MAH MBA CET?

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.

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Q: What is the MAH MBA CET syllabus?

The syllabus of MAH MBA CET includes the following:

Logical and Abstract Reasoning: Arrangements, Family tree, Coding-Decoding, Direction, Clock and Calendars, Groups and Conditionality, Number Series, Venn Diagrams, Syllogisms, Odd Word Out, Analogies, Blood Relations, Proposition, Direction Sense, Assumptions, Puzzles, Binary Logic, Clock and Calendars, Sets and Caselets, etc.

Quantitative Aptitude: Geometry, Trigonometry, Algebra, Mensuration, Partnership (Accounts), Profit and Loss, Mean, mode, median, Ratio and Proportion, In-Equations, Quadratic and Linear equations, Surds and Indices, Time-Speed-Distance, Number System, Geometric Progression, Binomial theorem, Inequalities, Work and Time, Percentage, Logarithms, Square Root and Cube Root, Probability and Simple Interest and Compound Interest.

Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension: Reading comprehension, selling/appropriate usage, fill in the banks, para jumbles, vocabulary, antonyms and synonyms, error correction, sentence completion and word arrangement, grammar, one-word substituting and verbal ability.

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

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.

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

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

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MAH MBA CET 2025 Preparation Plan

MAH MBA CET is conducted for admission to top Management colleges in Maharashtra, including JBIMS, SIMSREE, NLDalmia, KJ Somaiya, etc. Every year, over 50,000 candidates appear for MAH CET making it one of the most sought after MBA entrance exams in Maharashtra. Due to unpredictable nature of the question paper, scoring high is a challenge in this exam. Thus, MAH MBA CET 2025 preparation should be well planned and well executed.

MAH CET MBA Preparation Strategy 2025: Key Points

Get hold on MAH CET books and study material
Divide time between revision and mock tests
Analyse each mock test score to evaluate improvement

Understand MAH MBA CET Pattern 2025

MAH CET exam pattern is similar to other MBA entrance exams. It is conducted in online mode and the question paper has 200 questions in MCQ format to be answered in 150 minutes. There is no sectional time limit in MAH MBA CET 2025. For each right answer, one mark is awarded and there is no negative marking. The similarity ends there. The uniqueness of MAH CET is that, Logical Reasoning dominates it, unlike other MBA entrance exams, where Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation are dominant topics. The number of questions, per section is also not constant in MAH MBA CET. Take a look at the key highlights of latest MAH CET exam pattern 2025:

MAH MBA CET Exam Pattern	Details
Number of sections	Logical Reasoning (75 questions) Abstract Reasoning (25 questions) Quantitative Aptitude (50 questions) Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (50 questions)
Total number of questions	200
Number of answer choices	Five
Total marks	200
Exam duration	150 minutes (2.5 hours)
Mode of examination	Online
Medium of examination	English
MAH CET marking scheme	One mark for each correct answer There is no negative marking for incorrect answer

Know MAH MBA CET Syllabus 2025

MAH CET syllabus for MBA/MMS, as prescribed by Maharashtra CET includes topics from Logical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension.

Logical Reasoning: This section of MAH CET 2025 will have the maximum weightage of 75 marks. The questions range from topics on Series, Input & Output, Directions, Linear and Circular Arrangements, Symbol based Series Completion, Directions, Conditional Coding, Selection Criteria, Venn Diagrams, Deductions and Coding-Decoding.

Our Advice: The most effective way to practice Logical Reasoning is practicing 15-20 questions every day.

Abstract Reasoning: This section of MAH MBA CET 2025 will carry 25 marks and the questions are asked on the same topics as that of Logical Reasoning, but with abstract base.

Our Advice: The approach to this section should be maximum practice of variety of questions and finding out shortcuts, in that process.

Also Read: MAH MBA CET Preparation: How to Crack Logical & Abstract Reasoning

Quantitative Aptitude: This section of MAH CET 2025 will carry 50 marks and the questions are based on Geometry, Mensuration, Algebra, Numbers, Ratio - Proportion, Percentage, Numbers, SI & CI, Time - Distance, Height & Distance, Indices & Surds, Logarithms, Permutations & Combinations, Probability, Time & Work, Profit-Loss, and Data Interpretation - Graphs, Charts, Tables.

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Best Books for MAH CET MBA Preparation 2025

Besides NCERT Maths (Class 9 and 10) for Quantitative Aptitude and Wren and Martin for English Grammar, Aspirants must refer to books for MAH CET MBA preparation listed below:

MBA CET Book Name	Publisher/Author
MH-CET (MBA/ MMS) Entrance Guide	Disha Publications
50+ Solved Papers MBA	Arihant Publications
Maharashtra MBA MH-CE	Arihant Publications
The Pearson Guide to CET: MBA Maharashtra	Vandana Thorpe
Target MHCET (MBA/MMS) – Past papers + 6 Mock Tests	Disha Publications
Maharashtra MBA CET Guide by RPH Editorial Board	Priyanka Prakashan
Study material on all sections of MBA CET Maharashtra	Chandresh Agarwal
How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for CAT	Arun Sharma
How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for CAT	Arun Sharma
How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning for CAT	Arun Sharma

MAH MBA CET Mock Tests and Previous Year Question Papers

MAH MBA CET preparation is incomplete without mock test practice. You need to practice mock tests and previous years’ MAH CET question papers to know your preparation level. Solving MAH CET mock test series will help you identify your weak areas while, previous years MBA CET question papers will provide an insight to the types of questions asked. Moreover, these practice sessions will help you in improving speed and accuracy which is extremely crucial for MAH CET. Given below are some key tips about MAH MBA CET mock test.

Solve one MBA CET mock test every alternate day to assess your progress vis-a-vis revision.
After completing every mock test, evaluate your performance. Pay extra attention to weak areas and if required modify your MAH MBA CET preparation plan.
Take mock tests as seriously as the actual MAH CET exam. Time yourself for each section. Analyse how much time you take for solving each section and how can you reduce it.
Note down the topics and types of questions that pose challenge to you during mock tests. Work on those areas in a focussed manner to crack them. If you're unable to crack them, stay away from such questions in the MAH CET 2025 exam.
Practice sectional mock tests of MAH CET to improve accuracy. There is no sectional time limit in MAH MBA CET, thus it is imperative that you develop the skill of managing time on your own.
In the last one month of MAH MBA CET preparation, devote maximum time to revision and practicing mock test.

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MAH MBA CET 2025: Last Month Preparation

In the last month of MAH MBA CET preparation 2025 move to a more focused way of preparation. This is the time for revision of important topics to know your preparation level. Make a list of topics which are still your pain points. Start with the one which is comparatively less difficult than others and move in that order to address the most difficult one. We have listed below some tips for the final leg of MAH MBA CET 2025 exam preparation.

1.Revise important concepts and theorems everyday	2.Solve sample questions and analyse performance	3. Make notes during revision
4. Focus on weak areas	5. Do not ignore your strong areas	6. Don’t start a new topic

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