MAH CET notification 2025 has not been released yet. To help you plan your preparation in a better way, we have indicated the tentative timeline of MAH CET important dates here.
MAH-CET 2025
The Maharashtra Common Entrance test (MAH-CET/MBA CET/MHCET MBA) is a State-Level entrance test for admission to MBA/MMS programs affiliated with Maharashtra State Universities. It is conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra. MAH CET exam is a gateway to esteemed top colleges like JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA, K J Somaiya, N L Dalmiya, DSIMS, DY Patil and 300+ other colleges of Maharashtra.
MAH-CET is a computer-based exam of 2 hours 30 minutes. It consists of 200 questions in MCQ format. Around one lakh aspirants register for the exam every year.
MAH CET Important Dates 2025
The following table hints at the probable timeline regarding MAH-CET exam date, registration deadline, etc.
| MAH-CET MBA Exam Details 2025 |
MAH-CET MBA Exam Dates 2025 (Tentative) |
| MAH-CET Registration Starts |
January 2025 |
MAH-CET Registration Fee |
Rs.1000 for Open category
Rs.800 for Reserved category |
| MAH-CET Registration Deadline |
January 2025 |
| MAH-CET Admit Card Release Date |
To be notified |
| MAH-CET Exam Date |
March 2025
|
| MAH-CET Result Date |
To be notified |
Note: 15% of the seats are allocated to the All-India candidates appearing in the MAH-MBA/MMS-CET exam. These candidates are also offered admission on the basis of their scores in national entrance tests like CAT, CMAT, etc.
MAH CET 2025- Facts to Know
Here is a quick overview of important facts about MAH-CET:
| MAH-CET 2025 Conducting Body |
State CET Cell - Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Maharashtra |
| Number of MBA colleges under MAH-CET 2025 Exam |
300+ |
| Mode of MAH-CET 2025 Exam |
Computer-Based |
MAH-CET Exam Dates |
To be notified |
| Test Duration |
2 Hours 30 minutes (150 minutes) |
| Scoring Pattern |
+1 for correct answer |
| Negative Marking |
No Negative Marking |
| MAH-CET 2025 Score Validity for |
MBA/MMS Admissions 2025 |
| Total Questions |
200 (All MCQs) |
| MAH-CET 2025 Test Sections |
Logical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning,
Quantitative Aptitude, Verbal Ability |
| Exam Difficulty Level |
Moderate |
| Required Percentile for MBA admission in Top Colleges |
90+ |
| MAH-CET Application Process |
Online |
MAH-CET MBA Selection Process
Post declaration of MAH-CET 2025 result, the DTE Maharashtra will start the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) to allot the MBA/MMS seats in all the participating colleges. The process will continue for about a month and a half. After the document verification process, the merit list would be declared. This will facilitate the B-school allotment process. The final Merit list is announced after the CAP is complete.
All the top MBA colleges in Maharashtra, including JBIMS Mumbai, SIMSREE, PUMBA, K J Somaiya, who are participating in CAP round, will offer admission in accordance with the seat matrix and B-school allotment through DTE-CAP 2025.
For any queries, applicants can contact the DTE helpline and Email on +91-8104878546, +91-8698758237 (between 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.) or Email at: desk10@dtemaharashtra.gov.in
Top Colleges Accepting MAH-CET Score
The given table displays the top 25 colleges that shortlist candidates as per MAH MBA CET performance:
| 1 |
Jamanalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai |
| 2 |
Sydenham Institute of Management Studies & Research and Entrepreneurship Education(SIMSREE), Mumbai (MMS) |
| 3 |
Sydenham Institute of Management Studies & Research and Entrepreneurship Education(SIMSREE), Mumbai(PGDM) |
| 4 |
K. J. Somaiya Institute of Management Studies & Research, Mumbai |
| 5 |
Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research, Mumbai |
| 6 |
N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research, Mumbai |
| 7 |
S.I.E.S. College of Management Studies, Mumbai |
| 8 |
Department of Management Sciences (PUMBA), University of Pune |
| 9 |
Bombay St. Xavier College Soc.'s Xavier Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai |
| 10 |
MET's Institute of Management, Mumbai |
| 11 |
Chetana's Ramprasad Khandelwal Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai |
| 12 |
Indian Education Society's Management College & Research Centre, Mumbai |
| 13 |
Lala Lajpatrai Institute of Management, Mumbai |
| 14 |
MAEER's MIT School of Management, Pune |
| 15 |
Zagdu Singh Charitable Trust's Thakur Institute of Management Studies & Research, Mumbai |
| 16 |
Rizvi Institute of Management Studies & Research, Mumbai |
| 17 |
Vivekanand Education Society's Institute of Management Studies & Research, Mumbai |
| 18 |
Shree C. E. Society's Indira Institute of Management, Pune |
| 19 |
Alkesh Dinesh Modi Institute for Financial & Management Studies, Mumbai |
| 20 |
St. Francis Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai |
| 21 |
MAEER's M.I.T. College of Engineering, Kothrud, Pune |
| 22 |
Agnel Charities Agnel Seva Sangha's Fr. C. Rodrigues Inst. Of Management. Studies, Vashi, Navi Mumbai |
| 23 |
Shree Chanakya Edu. Society's Indira School Of Business Studies, Tathwade |
| 24 |
Don Bosco Institute of Technology, Mumbai |
| 25 |
Durgadevi Saraf Institute of Management Studies, Malad (W), Mumbai |
Now that you have a good idea about MAH-CET notification 2025, you can plan your study schedule and work accordingly.
FAQs about MAH-CET Notification 2025
1. What is the date of MAH-CET MBA exam 2025?
MBA CET exam dates 2025 is expected to be conducted in March 2025.
2. Is MAH-CET 2025 online or offline?
MAH MBA CET is expected to be held in online mode only. It is a computer-based exam, held at various cities of India.
3. How tough is MAH-CET?
MAH-CET has a moderate level of difficulty. So, if you have prepared well, you will be able to cope up with it comfortably.
4. What is a good score in MAH-CET?
For admission to a top-ranked college, you should aim for a score of 100 and more in MBA CET. This will be nearly equivalent to 99+ percentile.
5. Is 87 percentile good in MAH CET?
Yes, 87 percentile is considered good for a certain number of colleges in Maharastra. While it may not be regarded excellent, it is a safe score for getting admission to a decent B-school.
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