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MAH CET 2022: Exam Date, Registration, Pattern, Syllabus, Preparation, Practice Papers and Cut off

MAH CET 2022 Exam Date will be released tentatively in January, 2022. Students with 3 years Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks will be eligible to apply for the exam on the official website soon after the release of official notification in the second week of January 2022.  Check MAH CET 2022 Eligibility 

  • MAH CET 2022 will be conducted in online mode. As per the previous year's analysis, MAH CE 2022 will be conducted tentatively in the 2nd week of March 2022.  Check MAH CET 2022 Exam Dates
  • MAH CET 2022 Exam pattern will consist of a total 200 objective-type questions with 5 options for each question. Candidates will be awarded 1 mark for each question, there will be no negative marking. The medium of examination will be English.
  • MAH CET Syllabus is similar to MBA Exams such as CAT/ SNAP/ XAT with questions from four sections- Abstract Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and Verbal Ability. To get a better understanding of the syllabus and pattern, candidates can download the previous year's question papers. Download MAH CET Question Paper

What is MAH CET? MAH CET, also known as MAH MBA/MMS CET is a state-level management entrance test conducted in online mode by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra for admission into full-time postgraduate courses like MBA (Masters in Business Administration) and MMS (Masters in Management Studies) in various top institutes across Maharashtra.

MAH CET 2022 Exam Dates

Events Dates Remarks
MAH CET 2022 Registration Start Date 2nd week of January 2022 MAH CET 2022 Registration
MAH CET 2022 Registration Last Date 3rd week of February 2022
MAH CET 2022 Admit Card 1st week of March 2022 MAH CET 2022 Admit Card
MAH CET (MBA) 2022 Exam Dates 2nd week of March 2022 MAH CET 2022 is to be held in CBT mode.
Announcement of MAH CET 2022 Result 1st week of March 2022 MAH CET 2022 Result
Counseling Commencement 1st week of June 2022 MAH CET 2022 Counselling

MAH CET 2022 Highlights

MAH CET (MBA) Full form Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test
Test Type State Level Entrance Test
Courses offered MBA( Masters in Business Administration) MMS(Masters in Management Studies)
Conducting Body State Common Entrance Test Cell
Mode of MAH CET 2022 Online mode
Duration of Examination 150 minutes
Total Marks 200
Medium of MAH CET  English
Type of Questions MCQs
Sections in MAH CET Logical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, Verbal Ability/ Reading Comprehension

MAH CET 2022 Registration

MAH CET  2022 Registration is expected to commence in January. The registration process for MAH CET  2022 will be available online on the official website of Maharashtra State CET cell. There is no provision to submit MAH CET (MBA) application form through online mode.

How to fill MAH CET 2022 Application Form?

Once you have registered, Candidates will be required to fill MAH CET 2022 Application Form by following the steps mentioned below:

  • Click on the ‘Sign in’ button on the website.
  • Enter domicile and category details.
  • Enter your Qualification details, Exam Center Preference.
  • Upload scanned copies of photo, signature and document for identity proof.

MAH CET 2022 Documents Required

Document Format and Size
Scanned Copy of Photograph JPEG/JPG, Size-50 kb
Scanned Copy of Signature JPEG/JPG Size-Maximum 50 Kb
Identity Proof -
  • After filling the form, Preview MAH CET (MBA) 2022 Application form to ensure that all the details entered are correct.
  • Pay Application fees through modes like Debit/Credit Card, UPI/QR, Net Banking.

MAH CET 2022 Form Correction

Maharashtra State CET Cell will provide candidates who register for MAH CET  2022 an opportunity to edit details entered in their application form through the MAH CET 2022 Form Correction Window. It will provide candidates with a one-time opportunity to make changes in their name, photo, signature, and exam center preference.

Candidates can follow the steps mentioned below for MAH CET 2022 Form Correction:

  • Visit the official website of MAH CET (MBA) 2022
  • Enter your login credentials like your Application number and password
  • Candidates can then make changes in the relevant fields 
  • Review the changes made and submit your request

MAH CET 2022 Application Form: Points to Remember

While filing MAH CET 2022  Application form, students must keep a note of the following points

  • Students should ensure that they use Internet Explorer (version 11 and above), Mozilla Firefox (version 50 to 61) or Google Chrome (version 50 to 69) as browsers to fill the application form. Usage of any other browser or smartphone may lead to disruptions in the process of application form filling.
  • Once candidates register themselves for MAH CET (MBA) 2022, an application id will be generated. Ensure that you save this application id as it will be required to login in the future.
  • Do not submit more than one MAH CET (MBA) 2022 Application.
  • Details like email id, phone number entered by students must be correct and functional at all times as all further intimation from Maharashtra CET will be done through these.
  • E-receipt of Application fees must be kept by the candidates for future reference.

MAH CET 2022 Application Fees

MAH CET 2022 Application Fees is tabulated below. Candidates should verify the details before making the payment as the application fees will in no circumstances be refunded or transferred.

Category Application Fees
General Category Candidates( Maharashtra and Outside Maharashtra State) INR 1000
SC/ST/OBC/EWS/SBC/PwD( Only Maharashtra State) INR 800
J&K Migrant Candidates INR 1000

MAH CET 2022 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates who wish to appear for MAH CET (MBA) 2022 should ensure that they fulfill either of the Eligibility Criteria listed below.

Qualifying Examination Minimum Marks
Passed Bachelor Degree by recognized University in any discipline At least 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST/PwD/EWS/OBC- From Maharashtra State Only)
Final Year Students in any Discipline At least 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST/PwD/EWS/OBC- From Maharashtra State Only)

Read more MAH CET 2022 Eligibility Criteria

MAH CET 2022 Admit Card

MAH CET 2022 Admit Card is expected to be released in March on the official website of Maharashtra State CET Cell. MAH CET (MBA) 2022 will be conducted across MAH Exam Centers in more than 47 cities in Maharashtra as well as outside the state. While filing MAH CET 2022 Application Form, candidates can fill 3 exam center prefernces.

  • Candidates can download MAH CET 2022 Admit Card from the official website by entering their registered credentials. Candidates are advised to ensure that details like Candidate's name, venue, date of exam, medium of the exam, subjects opted for, category of the applicant, candidates photograph, and signature appearing on the admit card are correct.
  • If any discrepancy appears in your admit card, then immediately contact DTE Maharashtra Helpline regarding a request for change. Any incorrect information due to the candidates' fault while filling the application form will not be the responsibility of the examination authorities.
  • MAH CET  2022 Admit Card is an essential document to appear in the exam. Students should also carry a valid id proof along with MAH CET (MBA) 2022 Admit Card on the exam day.

MAH CET 2022 Exam Pattern

MAH CET 2022 Exam Pattern will most likely remain the same with no major changes. Some points to be noted by candidates are:

  • MAH CET (MBA) 2022 will consist of 200 MCQs.
  • Each Question will consist of 5 options, candidates can choose from.
  • Candidates will be awarded 1 mark for each correct answer.
  • There is no negative marking in MAH CET (MBA).
  • The medium of Examination will be English.

The Marking Scheme and number of questions that will be asked from each section in MAH CET 2022 is tabulated below:

Section Number of Questions Marks per Question
Logical Reasoning 75 1
Abstract Reasoning 25 1
Quantitative Aptitude 50 1
Verbal Ability/ Reading Comprehension 50 1
Total 200 200

MAH CET 2022 Exam Syllabus and Topics

MAH CET Syllabus will consist of three main sections- Logical/ Abstract Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension. The Topics covered from each section are tabulated below:

Sections Topic Covered
Logical/Abstract Reasoning Statement Conclusion, Syllogism, Blood Relation, Directions, Data Sufficiency, Seating Arrangement, Coding-Decoding
Quantitative Aptitude Ratio and Proportion, Percentage, Quantitative Reasoning, Interpretation of tables, common graphs, and charts
Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence Completion, Synonyms, Antonyms, Comprehension of passages,

MAH CET 2022 Books

Candidates appearing for MAH CET 2022 can refer to the following books for preparation of MAH CET (MBA) MBA as well as MMS Exam. These books will help them in preparation for all the sections covered in the exam.

Books Cost
MH-CET MBA Entrance Guide 4th Edition by Mahima Agarwal and Deepak Agarwal INR 532
7 Year-wise MH-CET (MBA/MMS) Solved Papers by Disha Experts INR 154
Modern Approach to Verbal Reasoning by R.S Aggarwal INR 330
Complete Guide for MAT and other entrance exams 4th edition INR 534
Maharashtra CET- MBA 2021 with Solved Papers and Mock Papers by R.K Jha INR 316
Target MH-CET ( MBA/MMS ) 2021 -Solved Papers ( 2007-2020 ) Solved Papers +5 Mock Tests 12th Edition INR 352

How to Prepare for MAH CET 2022?

In order to prepare for MAH CET (MBA) 2022, candidates should follow certain preparation strategies. Some of these are given below:

  • The most important part of the preparation for MAH CET is to analyze and solve MAH Practice Papers and Previous Year Papers. This will help you in understanding the difficulty level and pattern of the questions generally asked in the exam.
  • Practice different types of questions daily as this will help you in managing your time while giving the exam and improving speed.
  • Prepare a timetable and stick to it. Assign time to different sections according to your strengths and weaknesses.
  • All the other sections in MAH CET 2022 can be prepared by consistent practice, but in order to improve preparation for the Verbal and Reading Comprehension Section, read the newspaper daily. This will improve your vocabulary as well as grammar skills.

MAH CET 2022 Result

MAH CET 2022 Result will be announced on the official website of Maharashtra State CET Cell tentatively in the last week of March. Candidates can follow the steps mentioned below to check their results:

  • Visit the official website of Maharashtra State CET Cell.
  • Click on the link for MAH CET (MBA) 2022 Result.
  • Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth.
  • Your result will be displayed on the screen.
  • Download your scorecard and take a printout for further reference.

MAH CET 2022 Colleges

MAH CET (MBA) scores give candidates an opportunity to take admission into institutes that are recognized and approved by Maharashtra Government and affiliated to any Non-Agricultural University in the state.

Some of the institutes are:

  • University-managed Management Education Institutes
  • University Departments of Management Education
  • All Maharashtra Government Management Education Institutes
  • All Un-Aided Management Education Institutes

MAH CET Cut Off 2022

Maharashtra State CET releases MAH CET Cut off category-wise for all participating institutes each year.  MAH CET Cut Off 2022 will depend on a range of factors like difficulty level of MAH CET 2022, number of candidates who take the exam, number of seats available, ranking of the institute and category-wise reservation. The highest MAH CET (MBA) Cut Off in 2021, for the All India Category stood at 99.7% for JBIMS.

Candidates can look at the top participating institutes according to MAH CET (MBA) Cut off for the year 2021 to understand the expected cut off for MAH CET 2022

Name of College MAH CET Cut Off (Round 1) MAH CET Cut Off (Round 2)
Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS), Mumbai

99.97

99.95
Sydenham Institute of Management Studies, Research and Entrepreneurship Education (SIMSREE), Mumbai

99.86

99.85
Prin. LN Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research 99.76 99.71
Department of Management Sciences (PUMBA), University of Pune

99.63

99.45
S.I.E.S. College of Management Studies, Mumbai

99.63

99.45
College of Engineering, Pune

99.62

99.40
Xavier Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai 99.54 99.39
Chetanas Ramprasad Khandelwal Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai 99.25 98.89
MET’s Institute of Management, Mumbai 98.89 98.45
Lala Lajpatrai Institute of Management, Mumbai 98.64 98.28

MAH CET 2022 Counselling

MAH CET  2022 Counselling will commence after the results are declared. Candidates who clear MAH MBA CET 2022 exam can participate in the Centralised Counselling process for MAH CET (MBA) examination.

  • Candidates will be required to register themselves on the official website to participate in the Counselling process.
  • Candidates will also be required to make a MAH CET 2022 Counselling fee.
  • Candidates will be provided with options to select from the participating institutes.
  • Candidates should ensure that they have the original documents that will be required for verification.

What is MAH CET (MBA) CAP?

MAH CET (MBA) CAP or Centralised Admission Process, conducted by Maharashtra State CET Cell is the common counseling process for candidates who secure MAH Cut-off released by participating institutes.

MAH CET (MBA) CAP allows students the opportunity to participate in the counseling process for colleges that offer full-time post-graduate MBA/MMS courses. Once the candidates have registered and made payment for CAP, they will be required to verify the documents. Seats will be allotted on the basis of cut-off and merit.

Documents Required for MAH CET 2022 Counselling

  1. Marksheet of class 10th and 12th
  2. Passing certificate of class 10th and 12th
  3. Candidate scorecard of MAH CET  2022
  4. Admit Card of MAH CET (MBA) 2022
  5. Caste Certificate(If applicable)
  6. Transfer Certificate
  7. Demand Draft
  8. Passport size photograph

MAH CET 2022 FAQs

Ques.: Will MAH CET be conducted in 2022?

Ans.: Yes, MAH CET (MBA) 2022 is expected to be held in March. The application process will most likely commence in January, students can register themselves on the official website of Maharashtra State CET Cell.

Ques.: How can I apply for MAH CET  2022?

Ans.: You will be able to apply for MAH CET (MBA) 2022 online on the official website of Maharashtra State Cell tentatively in the 2nd week of January 2022. The Application process will be completely online. Candidates who hold a bachelor's degree with minimum of 50% marks in any discipline will be eligible to register for MAH CET 2022. The minimum qualifying mark for reserved categories is 45%.

Ques.: I am in the final year of Graduation, Can I give MAH CET (MBA) 2022?

Ans.: Yes, candidates who are in the final year of graduation are also eligible to appear for MAH CET (MBA) 2022. However,fulfill of  they will be admitted provisionally subject to passing in the final year of graduation, Candidates should also ensure that they meet the minimum age criteria of 21 years.

Ques.: Is MAH CET easier than CAT?

Ans.: MAH CET is considered easier than  CAT as the number of students who appear in MAH CET is less than the number of students who appear in CAT. CAT is also a national exam while MAH CET is a state-level exam. MAH CET scores help candidates in admission to top participating institutes of management across Maharashtra. 

Ques.: From what sections will questions be asked in MAH CET 2022?

Ans.: The Exam Syllabus for MAH CET  2022 consists of Logical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension. 75 questions will be directed towards Logical Reasoning while 50 questions will be asked each from Quantitative aptitude and Verbal Ability. Abstract Reasoning will consist of 25 questions.

Ques.: Which institutes accept MAH CET (MBA) scores?

Ans.: All Maharashtra Government Management Institutes and several other institutes accept MAH CET (MBA) scores for MBA/MMS. Some of the top participating institutes are Jamnalal Baja Institute of Management Studies, S.I.E.S., Sydenham Institute of Management Studies Research and Entrepreneurship Education.

Ques.: How can I prepare for MAH CET 2022 ?

Ans.: Candidates who wish to appear for MAH CET (MBA) 2022 can start preparing by choosing the right sources and books for preparation, Solving Last year papers, Mock Tests and making a dedicated time schedule for preparation.

Ques.: How many marks will be deducted for a wrong answer in MAH CET (MBA)?

Ans.: There is no negative marking in MAH CET (MBA). Candidates will be provided with 5 options for each answer and 1 mark will be awarded for each correct answer. The paper will be conducted for 200 marks.

Ques.: In what mode will MAH CET (MBA) 2022 be conducted?

Ans.: MAH CET (MBA) 2022 will be conducted in online mode across various exam centers in Maharashtra and outside Maharashtra. Candidates can opt for three exam center preferences while filling MAH CET (MBA) 2022 Application Form.

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