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As per MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Eligibility Criteria, Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Hotel Management and Catering Technology. with 50% aggregate marks to be eligible for the exam. MAH MHMCT CET 2023 is going to conducted online for a duration of 1 hour (60 minutes). The question paper is going to comprise of 50 MCQs with 2 marks awarded to each question. Check Detailed MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Exam Pattern.
What is MAH MHMCT CET?
MAH MHMCT CET (Maharashtra Master of Hotel Management and Catering Technology Common Entrance Test) is a state-level exam conducted by Maharashtra State CET Cell for admission to a postgraduate full-time BHM course. MAH MHMCT CET 2023 is going to be conducted in online mode across major cities in India.
Read the article to get details on MAH MHMCT CET 2023 exam, registration process, eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, preparation strategy, result, counselling, cutoffs, etc.
MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Exam Highlights
| Exam full form | Maharashtra Master of Hotel Management and Catering Technology Common Entrance Test |
| Conducting Body | Maharashtra State CET Cell |
| Program Offered | Master's Degree in Hotel Management and Catering Technology |
| Category of Exam | PG |
| Level of Exam | State-Level |
| Frequency of Exam | Once a year |
| Mode of MAH MHMCT Exam | Online (Computer-Based Exam) |
| Question-Type | Multiple Choice Questions (Objective) |
| Medium of Instruction | English |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Official website | cetcell.mahacet.org |
| Participating Colleges/Institutions | 10 |
MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Exam Dates
| Event | Tentative Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Form Released | April 5, 2023 (OUT) |
| Last Date to Apply | April 14, 2023 |
| Admit Card/Hall Ticket | To be updated |
| MAH MHMCT 2023 Exam Date | April 30, 2023 |
| Result Declaration Date | 2nd week of May 2023 |
| Counselling Begins | 3rd week of May 2023 |
| Seat Allotment and Final Display of Merit List | 1st week of June 2023 |
MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Application Form
MAH MHMCT CET application form has been released online at the official website. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility can apply for the exam till the given deadline; April 14, 2023. Candidates can fill out the form partially and complete the rest any time before the deadline for submission by logging in with the credentials issued at the time of registration.
MAH MHMCT CET Exam fee for open category candidates from both Maharashtra and other states is INR 1000 while candidates belonging to SC, ST, VJ/DT- NT(A), NT(B), NT(C), NT(D), OBC, SBC, PwD candidates from Maharashtra, and EWS categories are required to pay INR 800.
How to Fill MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Application Form
Follow the steps mentioned below to complete the application:
- Visit the official website of MAH MHMCT CET; mhmct2023.mahacet.org
- Click on “new registration”, read the instructions, and click on the accept and proceed button to start applying.
- Fill in your personal and address details.
- Select a password and enter the OTP communicated to you via mail and sms.
- Your application number is going to be sent via sms. Login by entering application number and password.
- Enter your domicile, category, and qualification details.
- Choose upto 3 exam centres in order of your choice.
- Upload photo and signature in jpg/jpeg/png format
- Validate and verify all details entered in the form.
- Pay the application fee and print a copy of your form.
MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Eligibility
Candidates planning to appear for the exam must fulfill the minimum requirement set by the conducting body. Candidates must know the criteria before buying the application form. These include:
- Candidates must be Indian nationals.
- Candidates must have a bachelor's degree with 50% aggregate marks (45% for EWS and PwD candidates from Maharashtra.
- The bachelor's degree must be in Hotel Management and Catering Technology.
- The degree is not going to be recognized unless it is from an institution recognized by All India Council for Technical Education or Central or State Government.
- Candidates in their final year of the exam are also eligible for MAH MHMCT CET.
MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Admit Card
MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Admit Card is going to be released at the official site on the date notified by the conducting body. Candidates is going to be able to download their hall ticket by entering the login credentials issued at the time of registration. The admit card is going to be issued only to those candidates who have completed the application by paying the exam fees.
It is advised that details mentioned on the admit card such as registration number, name, gender, category, photograph and check if all details are correct. In case of mismatch, candidates must contact the relevant authorities and get the error rectified at the earliest.
MAH MHMCT CET Exam Day Guidelines
- Candidates are required to carry the admit card along with any one of the below-mentioned government issued photo id proofs on the day of the exam:
- Voter ID
- Aadhar Card
- PAN Card
- Driving Licence
- College ID card
- Any other photo ID proof issued by a Gazetted officer
- Candidates must know that Learner’s driving license and Ration card is going to not be accepted as valid ID proofs for identification purposes.
- The exam centre location along with the test date and time is going to be mentioned on the admit card. It is advised to reach the exam hall at least an hour before the mentioned time.
- Candidates is going to not be allowed to carry the following items to the exam hall:
- Mobile Phones
- Bluetooth Devices
- Earphones
- Calculators
- Watches
- Texts/ Notebooks
- Candidates is going to be permitted to carry a blue/ black ballpoint pen only. No sheets of paper should be carried for rough work as the same is going to be provided at the test center.
- Talking to fellow test-takers during the exam or trying to cheat is going to lead to disqualification. In such cases, the candidate may even be barred from taking the exam in future.
MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Exam Centres
Candidates must choose an exam centre in keeping with their convenience during filling up the application form. 6 options is going to be available in total out of which only upto 3 can be chosen. Exam centre once chosen cannot be changed after submitting the application form. Candidates must therefore practice caution while choosing the test centre.
- Aurangabad
- Kolhapur
- Nagpur
- Mumbai City
- Nashik
- Pune
MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Exam Pattern
Aspirants must familiarize themselves with the exam pattern to avoid any surprises on the exam day. One question is going to be displayed at a time and 1 option out of 4 must be selected. Candidates can come back to a question if they click on “Save & Next” or “Mark for Review & Next”.
The color palette displayed on the right side of the screen is going to have the following options: 1) question has not been visited, 2) question has not been answered, 3) question has been answered, 4) question has been answered and marked for review, and 5) questions has been answered and marked for review.
Following are the key takeaways from MAH MHMCT CET Exam Pattern:
- Total questions: 50
- Total marks: 100
- Question type: Objective (MCQ)
- Negative marking: Not applicable
- Total time: 60 minutes (80 for PwD candidates)
- Language of exam: English
| Topics | No of Questions | Mark/As per Question | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food and Beverage | 10 | 02 | 20 |
| Food Production | 10 | 02 | 20 |
| Rooms division | 10 | 02 | 20 |
| English | 10 | 02 | 20 |
| Hospitality | 10 | 02 | 20 |
MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Syllabus
A detailed MAH MHMCT 2023 Syllabus PDF has been released by the Maharashtra CET Cell and it is available for download here.
MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Preparation
Candidates can follow these tips for MAH MHMCT CET preparation.
- Plan a proper strategy: Create a plan for the number of days left before the exam and decide what to clever each week or month. Stick to the plan till the end.
- Get the right study plan: Look at the previous year paper to get an idea of which topic have more weightage and are more important and create a plan according to that.
- Choose the right guidance: Be it the or coaching centre, making choosing the best one irrespective of the price is beneficial and is always recommended.
- Keep a notebook: Maintain a notebook or diary for all shortcuts, tricks, formulas, and anything which you find difficult. Refer to these notes before the exam.
- Adequate practice: Solve as many mock tests, last year's question papers and sample questions as possible. Practice is key to higher score.
- Work on time management: Appearing for any competitive exam is not easy and often stressful. Candidates struggle to complete all questions within the stipulated time. It is therefore advised to practice mock tests and complete the same within the given time limit.
MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Preparation Books
| Book Name | Author/ Publisher |
|---|---|
| Multiple Choice Questions In Food & Beverage Service | Neeraj Aggarwal |
| Food and Beverage: Operations to Management | Tarun K Bansal |
| Word Power Made Easy | Norman Lewis |
| Wren & Martin | P. C. Wren |
| Hotel Management and Hospitality Administration | Arihant |
| Mock Tests For Hotel Management Entrances | Dharmendra Mittal’s |
MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Result
MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Result is released in the form of a scorecard after completion of exam. Candidates can download their scorecard by entering their application number and date of birth. Merit list is going to be released on the official website and candidates can download this to know their CET Percentile, and CET rank.Maharashtra State CET Cell is going to soon release counselling schedule and final merit list for the candidates.
MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Counselling
MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Counselling is going to commence soon. Candidates are required to register themselves for the counselling online by paying the fees. The selections is going to be based on merit. Maharashtra State CET cell is going to overlook the counselling process. Candidates must be present at the allotted centres for counselling rounds with all documents for verification.
All information regarding seat allotment or counselling is going to be notified at the official website.
MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Counselling Dates
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Result Announcement | 2nd week of May 2023 |
| Registration and document upload | To be Announced |
| Document verification and confirmation of application form | To be Announced |
| Display of provisional merit list | To be Announced |
| Submission of grievances | To be Announced |
| Display of final merit list | To be Announced |
MAH MHMCT CET 2023 Exam FAQs
Question: What is the exam date for MAH MHMCT CET 2023?
Ans. MAH MHMCT CET 2023 is to be conducted on April 30, 2023, in online mode.
Question: What is the last date to register for MAH MHMCT CET 2023?
Ans. Candidates can register for MAH MHMCT CET up to the April 14, 2023.
Question: What is the registration fee for MAH MHMCT CET?
Ans. MAH MHMCT CET Exam fee for open category candidates from both Maharashtra and other states is INR 1000 while candidates belonging to SC, ST, VJ/DT- NT(A), NT(B), NT(C), NT(D), OBC, SBC, PwD candidates from Maharashtra, and EWS categories are required to pay INR 800.
Question: Is there a negative marking in MAH MHMCT CET? What is the total time and the number of questions asked?
Ans. There is no negative marking in MAH MHMCT CET exam. The total time is 60 minutes in which candidates must answer 50 questions of 2 marks each.
Question: What are the best books for MAH MHMCT CET?
Ans. Some recommended books for MAH MHMCT CET 2023 exam are:
Multiple Choice Questions In Food & Beverage Service by Neeraj Aggarwal, Food and Beverage: Operations to Management by Tarun K Bansal, Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis, Wren & Martin by P. C. Wren, Hotel Management and Hospitality Administration by Arihant, Mock Tests For Hotel Management Entrances by Dharmendra Mittal’s.
Question: What is the full form of MAH MHMCT CET? What is it conducted for?
Ans. MAH MHMCT CET (Maharashtra Master of Hotel Management and Catering Technology Common Entrance Test) is a state level exam conducted by Maharashtra State CET Cell for admission into postgraduate full time BHM course.
Question: What is the official website of MAH MHMCT CET exam?
Ans. The official website for MAH MHMCT CET Exam is mhmct2023.mahacet.org.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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