About Maharashtra MBA/MMS Common Entrance Test (MAH-MBA/MMS-CET)
The Maharashtra MBA/MMS Common Entrance Test (MAH-MBA/MMS-CET) is an online state-level entrance examination conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra. It is used for admission to first-year full-time MBA/MMS postgraduate management programmes at participating Maharashtra institutes for the applicable academic year. The 2026 information below is based on the CET Cell's 2026 Information Brochure; candidates must check the next cycle's brochure for changes.
2027 cycle: As of 11 October 2026, the CET Cell's official pages reviewed do not publish MAH-MBA/MMS-CET 2027 registration or examination dates. Those dates, the number of attempts, fees and any revised rules are to be announced. The official CET portal currently links to 2026-27 admission information; see the CAP portal for current-cycle notices. Earlier IndCareer pages at /en/mah-mba-cet and its syllabus, question-paper, admit-card, answer-key and result paths are retained through redirects to this guide.
| Exam detail | Official 2026 information / current status |
|---|---|
| Full name | Maharashtra MBA/MMS Common Entrance Test |
| Short name | MAH-MBA/MMS-CET |
| Conducting body | State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra |
| Exam level and purpose | Maharashtra state-level test for first-year full-time MBA/MMS admissions |
| Official information and notices | State CET Cell |
| 2026 examination portal | CET Examination Portal A.Y. 2026-27 |
| 2026-27 admission process | Centralized Admission Process (CAP) |
| 2026 mode, duration and medium | Online computer-based test; 150 minutes; English |
| 2026 question format | 200 objective questions; five options per question; one mark per correct answer; no negative marking |
| 2026 subject distribution | Logical Reasoning: 75; Abstract Reasoning: 25; Quantitative Aptitude: 50; Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension: 50 |
| 2026 application window | 10 January to 12 February 2026; fee payment permitted through 13 February 2026 |
| 2026 second attempt | 9 May 2026, as stated in the CET Cell's 26 April 2026 final examination-date notice |
| 2027 dates and cycle rules | Not announced on the official pages reviewed as of 11 October 2026 |
Eligibility criteria (2026 brochure)
The 2026 brochure accepts candidates who have passed a minimum three-year bachelor's degree in any discipline from a university recognised by the UGC or Association of Indian Universities, with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent. It specifies at least 45% aggregate for candidates in the listed backward-class categories, EWS and persons with disabilities belonging to Maharashtra State. Candidates appearing for the final-year bachelor's degree examination may also apply. Category benefits, certificates and admission eligibility are subject to the applicable CAP brochure and rules.
Application fees (2026 brochure)
| Candidate group | 2026 fee for one attempt | 2026 fee for both attempts |
|---|---|---|
| Open category from Maharashtra, OMS and J&K migrant candidates | ₹1,500 | ₹3,000 |
| Specified reserved categories, PwD, orphan and transgender candidates belonging to Maharashtra State | ₹1,300 | ₹2,600 |
Exam pattern and marking scheme (2026)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning | 75 | 75 |
| Abstract Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 |
| Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
- Test: Online computer-based, objective multiple-choice questions with five options.
- Duration: 150 minutes; the 2026 brochure permits attempting questions in any order.
- Marking: One mark for each correct response; no negative marking in the 2026 brochure.
- Medium: English.
For authoritative detail, consult the 2026 Information Brochure, the official CET Cell notices, and the 2026-27 CAP page. Details on older IndCareer pages may reflect a previous cycle and are not a substitute for the current official brochure.