MAH-CET Notification 2025: Key Information & Important Dates

Are you gearing up for the MAH-CET 2025? Although the official notification hasn’t been released yet, we have compiled a tentative timeline to help you plan your preparation effectively.

What is MAH-CET 2025?

The Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MAH-CET), also known as MBA CET or MHCET MBA, is a state-level exam conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra. It is an entryway to MBA/MMS programs at over 300 colleges in Maharashtra, including top institutes like JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA, K J Somaiya, and N L Dalmiya.

This computer-based test spans 2 hours and 30 minutes and includes 200 multiple-choice questions. Each year, nearly 100,000 aspirants register for the exam to secure seats in the best business schools.

Important Dates for MAH-CET 2025 (Tentative)

Here’s a tentative schedule for MAH-CET 2025:

Note: 15% of seats are reserved for All-India candidates, who can apply through MAH-CET or national exams like CAT and CMAT.

Key Highlights of MAH-CET 2025

• Conducting Body: State CET Cell, Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Maharashtra.
• Mode of Exam: Computer-Based.
• Exam Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes (150 minutes).
• Number of Questions: 200 MCQs.
• Marking Scheme: +1 for every correct answer; no negative marking.
• Test Sections: Logical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, Verbal Ability.
• Difficulty Level: Moderate.
• Percentile for Top Colleges: 90+ percentile is typically required.

MAH-CET MBA Selection Process

After the results are announced, the State CET Cell will conduct the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) to allocate MBA/MMS seats to candidates. The CAP includes document verification and the release of a merit list, followed by B-school allotments. Top MBA colleges such as JBIMS, SIMSREE, and PUMBA participate in this process, and admission will be based on the seat matrix and merit ranking.

Top Colleges Accepting MAH-CET Scores

Here are some of the top 25 colleges that accept MAH-CET scores:

1. Jamanalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS), Mumbai
2. Sydenham Institute of Management Studies (SIMSREE), Mumbai
3. K. J. Somaiya Institute of Management Studies & Research, Mumbai
4. Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management, Mumbai
5. N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai
6. PUMBA, Pune
7. SIES College of Management Studies, Mumbai
8. Xavier Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai
9. Chetana’s Institute of Management, Mumbai
10. Rizvi Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai

For the full list of participating colleges and more details, visit the official website: cetcell.mahacet.org.

Start Preparing Now

With this insight into the MAH-CET 2025 notification, you can start planning your preparation to ace the exam and secure a seat in one of the top B-schools in Maharashtra.

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