MAH MBA CET 2026 will be conducted by the State CET Cell, Maharashtra as a computer-based test for admission to MBA/MMS programs in Maharashtra. The exam pattern includes four sections — Logical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension. The test carries 200 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 150 minutes, with no negative marking. Logical Reasoning section has the highest number of 75 questions in the MAH MBA CET question paper. Check complete details of MAH MBA CET exam pattern 2026 in the article below.
MAH CET (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test) is conducted by Maharashtra State CET Cell for admission to various MBA/MMS courses offered by government recognized MBA colleges in Maharashtra. Check important exam details in the table below.
Particulars | Key Details |
|---|---|
Exam Conducting Body | State CET Cell - Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Maharashtra |
MAH CET Full Form | MAH MBA/MMS Common Entrance Test |
MAH MBA/MMS Common Entrance Test | cetcell.mahacet.org |
MBA/MMS Seats Available for Admission 2026 | 40,000+ |
Mode of the Exam | Computer Based Test |
MBA CET 2026 Exam Date | April 1, 2, 3 2026 |
Test Duration | 150 Minutes (2½ Hours) |
Testing Window | 2 days, 4 sessions |
Total Questions | 200 (All MCQs) |
Test Sections | 4 Sections: Logical Reasoning; Abstract Reasoning; Quantitative Aptitude; Verbal Ability and Reading comprehension |
Top MBA Colleges accepting score | JBIMS, SIMSREE, Welingkar, PUMMBA, CIMR, SIES |
MAH MBA CET Fees 2026 for Registration | Rs 1000 for open category candidates from Maharashtra state, outside Maharashtra state (OMS), J & K Migrant candidates. Rs 800 for candidates of SC, ST, VJ/DT- NT (A), NT (B), NT (C), NT (D), OBC, SBC categories and persons with disability candidates belonging to Maharashtra state only. |
Admission Process through MAH CET 2026 | Through Centralized Admission Process (CAP) by DTE Maharashtra in May 2026 |
Below is shared the MAH MBA CET 2026 Exam pattern with sections, number and type of questions.
| Section name | Number & Type of questions | Marks for Each Correct Answer | Negative Marking | Total marks for the section |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning | 75 MCQs | +1 | Nil | Nil |
| Abstract Reasoning | 25 MCQs | +1 | Nil | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 MCQs | +1 | Nil | 50 |
| Verbal Ability/Reading Comprehension | 50 MCQs | +1 | Nil | 50 |
| Total | 200 MCQs | -- | Nil | 200 |
MAH MBA CET 2026 exam pattern for Logical Reasoning section has highest number of 75 questions in the question paper. Questions are asked in the exam broadly on Following Topics:
Fact Inference Judgment | Passage Conclusion |
|---|---|
Analogy | Statement Argument |
Binary Logic | Clocks and Calendars |
Seating Arrangement | Family Tree |
Quantitative Reasoning | Logical and Critical Reasoning |
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MAH MBA CET 2026 Exam Pattern for Abstract Reasoning Section consists of 25 MCQ type questions. Most of the questions are Non Verbal. Broad areas of topics on which questions are asked in this section are:
Figures Based questions | Series, odd man out |
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Diagrams based questions | Clock & Calendar figure based questions |
Sequence | Puzzles |
MAH CET Exam Pattern for Quantitative Aptitude section has 50 questions based on different topics on Arithmetic, Algebra, Modern Math, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry and also include the topics on data Interpretation. Important topics on which questions are asked include:
Arithmetic | LCM and HCF, Percentages, Profit and Loss, Interest (Simple and Compound), Speed, Time and Distance; Time and Work; Averages; Ratio and Proportion, Number System, Elementary Mathematics, Mixtures and Allegation, Unitary Method, Commercial Maths, Permutation and Combinations, Sequence and Series, Heights and Distance |
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Algebra | Equations, graphs |
Geometry/Mensuration | Triangles, Circles, Coordinate Geometry; Trigonometry, Linear Programming |
Data Interpretation | Data Tables, Data charts, Bar diagrams, Pie charts, Graphs, Data analysis and comparison |
MAH CET Exam pattern for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension section consists of 50 questions of MCQ type. This section is divided into 2 parts. The 1st part covers topics on Reading Comprehension passages and the 2nd part covers topics on Grammar & other parts of Verbal Ability. Important topics on which questions are asked in VARC section of MAH MBA CET exam are as below:
Verbal Ability | Jumbled Paragraphs, Error Correction in Sentences, sequence of sentences, reconstructing the sentences, conditional sentence, time clauses, reported speech, passive writing, One word substitution |
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Reading Comprehension | Questions are based on information in RC passage; Antonyms/synonyms of the words & phrases as used in the passage; True/false statements in context of the passage; main idea of RC passage |
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MAH MBA CET 2026 scoring scheme is as below:
The Scores in MAH CET MBA Exam Pattern 2026 will be awarded by adopting the undernoted procedure:
Score Awarded for Total Correctly Answered Questions: Number of questions answered correctly by a candidate in each objective test in each slot of MAH CET exam is considered for arriving at the Corrected Score.
Score Adjustment as per Slot Difficulty Level: The Corrected Scores so obtained in the MAH CET question paper 2025 by a candidate are made equivalent to take care of the minor difference in difficulty level, if any, in each of the objective tests held in different sessions to arrive at the Equated Scores.
Final Score Equated to Base Form: Scores obtained by candidates on any test slot of MAH CET 2025 are equated to the base form by considering the distribution of scores of all the forms. The Test wise scores and scores on total in MAH CET 2025 exam is reported with decimal points up to two digits.
In summary, MAH MBA CET 2026 will be conducted by the State CET Cell, Maharashtra as a computer-based test for admission to MBA/MMS programs in Maharashtra. The exam pattern includes four sections — Logical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension. The test carries 200 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 150 minutes, with no negative marking. Check complete details in the above article.
