⚡ MAH MBA CET 2026 EXAM PATTERN & MARKING SCHEME
MAH MBA CET is a speed-based online Computer-Based Test (CBT). A key advantage for CET aspirants is that there is NO negative marking, making speed and 100% attempt strategy crucial.
| Section Name | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Sectional Weightage | Sectional Timing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning | 75 | 75 | 37.5% | No Limit (Overall 150m) |
| Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation | 50 | 50 | 25.0% | No Limit (Overall 150m) |
| Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension | 50 | 50 | 25.0% | No Limit (Overall 150m) |
| Abstract Reasoning (Visual Reasoning) | 25 | 25 | 12.5% | No Limit (Overall 150m) |
| OVERALL TOTAL | 200 | 200 | 100.0% | 150 Minutes |
📋 MAH MBA CET 2026 ADMISSION OVERVIEW
The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra conducts the MAH MBA / MMS CET exam for admission into 40,000+ seats across 300+ business schools in Maharashtra. Scores are evaluated using normalized percentiles calculated out of 200 raw marks across 4 Centralised Admission Process (CAP) counseling rounds.
| Particulars | Official Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra |
| Exam Name | MAH MBA / MMS CET 2026 |
| Total Sanctioned Intake | 40,000+ MBA & MMS Seats |
| Exam Dates | Attempt 1: April 6, 7 & 8 | Attempt 2: May 9, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | Attempt 1: May 30 | Attempt 2: June 12, 2026 |
| Admission Process | Centralised Admission Process (CAP) 2026 (4 Allotment Rounds) |
| Score Format | Normalized Percentile Score (out of 200 raw marks) |
| Top Colleges Cutoff Range | 98.00 to 99.99 Percentile |
| Official Portal | cetcell.mahacet.org |
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📊 MAH MBA CET CAP ROUND-WISE CUT OFF 2026
The MH CET college cutoff percentiles decrease progressively across CAP allotment rounds as seat vacancies are filled in stages.
| B-School / Institute | CAP Round 1 (%ile) | CAP Round 2 (%ile) | CAP Round 3 (%ile) | CAP Round 4 (%ile) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS, Mumbai) | 99.99 | 99.97 | 99.95 | 99.92 |
| Sydenham Institute of Management (SIMSREE, Mumbai) | 99.98 | 99.93 | 99.90 | 99.87 |
| Prin. L.N. Welingkar Institute (WeSchool, Mumbai) | 99.89 | 99.85 | 99.80 | 99.76 |
| SIES College of Management Studies (SIESCOM, Mumbai) | 99.68 | 99.60 | 99.52 | 99.45 |
| Department of Management Sciences (PUMBA, Pune) | 99.67 | 99.60 | 99.55 | 99.50 |
🏫 MBA CET COLLEGE-WISE CUT OFF 2026 (TOP 11 INSTITUTES)
| Institute Name | Location | Closing Percentile (%ile) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS) | Mumbai | 99.99 |
| Sydenham Institute of Management (SIMSREE) | Mumbai | 99.98 |
| Prin. L.N. Welingkar Institute (WeSchool) | Mumbai | 99.89 |
| SIES College of Management Studies | Mumbai | 99.68 |
| Department of Management Sciences (PUMBA) | Pune | 99.67 |
| Xavier Institute of Management & Research (XIMR) | Mumbai | 99.62 |
| COEP Technological University | Pune | 99.60 |
| Chetana’s Institute of Management Studies | Mumbai | 99.24 |
| MET Institute of Management | Mumbai | 98.57 |
| Lala Lajpatrai Institute of Management | Mumbai | 98.36 |
| Thakur Institute of Management Studies | Mumbai | 98.00 |
🏆 JBIMS CATEGORY-WISE CUT OFF FOR MBA CET 2026
Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS) records the highest cutoff across Maharashtra. Category-wise closing thresholds are detailed below:
| Category Name | Seat Allocation Code | Expected Percentile (%ile) |
|---|---|---|
| General / Open (Maharashtra State) | GOPENS / State Level | 99.99 |
| All India Quota (OMS) | AI All India Seats | 99.99 |
| OBC Category | GOBCS | 99.81 |
| SC Category | GSCS | 99.51 |
| ST Category | GSTS | 97.33 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | EWS Quota | 99.87 |
🎯 MAH MBA CET RAW MARKS VS PERCENTILE
Because MAH CET is conducted across multiple shift slots, statistical normalization maps raw marks out of 200 into final percentile positions:
| Raw Score (Out of 200) | Calculated Percentile Range | Target Merit Rank Band |
|---|---|---|
| 155+ Marks | 99.99 Percentile | Top 10 Ranks |
| 140 – 154 Marks | 99.50 – 99.98 Percentile | Top 100 Ranks |
| 120 – 139 Marks | 98.00 – 99.49 Percentile | Top 500 Ranks |
| 105 – 119 Marks | 95.00 – 97.99 Percentile | Top 1,500 Ranks |
| 90 – 104 Marks | 90.00 – 94.99 Percentile | Top 3,000 Ranks |
| 75 – 89 Marks | 80.00 – 89.99 Percentile | Top 6,000 Ranks |
⚖️ MMS VS MBA DEGREE & FEE STRUCTURE COMPARISON
| Degree Program | Managing Department | Average Annual Fees | Target Cut Off |
|---|---|---|---|
| MMS Degree | University Departments (JBIMS / PUMBA) | ₹1.5 Lakhs – ₹3.0 Lakhs | 99.67 – 99.99 %ile |
| MMS Degree | Government Aided Institutes | ₹1.0 Lakhs – ₹2.5 Lakhs | 99.50 – 99.85 %ile |
| MMS / MBA | Unaided Private B-Schools | ₹2.5 Lakhs – ₹6.0 Lakhs | 85.00 – 99.40 %ile |
| MBA Degree | Autonomous Management Colleges | ₹5.0 Lakhs – ₹10.0 Lakhs | 80.00 – 99.00 %ile |
💼 TOP MBA CET B-SCHOOLS AVERAGE PLACEMENT PACKAGES
| B-School Name | Location | Average Placement Package | Target Cutoff %ile |
|---|---|---|---|
| JBIMS | Mumbai | ₹27.6 LPA | 99.99 |
| SIMSREE | Mumbai | ₹15.2 LPA | 99.98 |
| WeSchool (Welingkar) | Mumbai | ₹12.5 LPA | 99.89 |
| XIMR | Mumbai | ₹10.5 LPA | 99.62 |
| SIESCOM | Mumbai | ₹9.1 LPA | 99.68 |
| PUMBA | Pune | ₹8.8 LPA | 99.67 |
📚 COMPLETE MAH MBA CET TOPIC-WISE SYLLABUS & WEIGHTAGE
The detailed breakdown of expected questions per topic across all 4 sections. Click on any Quant Vault Topic Badge to open its formula card and Level 0 solved examples!
Expected Question Weightage: Data Interpretation (15-20 Qs), Arithmetic (15-18 Qs), Algebra (5-8 Qs), Geometry (4-6 Qs), Modern Math (3-5 Qs), Simplification (3-5 Qs).
Arithmetic Foundation Vault Topics:
Algebra Foundation Vault Topics:
| Logical Reasoning Sub-Topic | Expected Questions |
|---|---|
| Linear, Circular, Matrix & Floor Puzzles | 25 – 30 Questions |
| Critical Reasoning (Statement-Assumption, Cause-Effect, Course of Action) | 10 – 12 Questions |
| Syllogisms & Venn Diagrams | 5 – 8 Questions |
| Blood Relations & Coding-Decoding | 5 – 8 Questions |
| Direction Sense & Order/Ranking | 5 – 8 Questions |
| Input-Output Machine Coding | 5 Questions |
| Topic | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Visual Series Completion | 8 – 10 Qs |
| Visual Analogy Figures | 5 – 6 Qs |
| Odd One Out Figures | 4 – 5 Qs |
| Mirror & Water Images | 4 – 5 Qs |
| Topic | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension Passages | 15 – 20 Qs |
| Para Jumbles & Sentences | 8 – 10 Qs |
| Grammar & Error Spotting | 8 – 10 Qs |
| Vocabulary & Antonyms/Synonyms | 8 – 10 Qs |
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: What is the expected MAH MBA CET cutoff percentile for JBIMS Mumbai?
For Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS), the expected CAP Round 1 cutoff for General Open (MS) and All India (OMS) candidates is 99.99 percentile.
Q: Is there any negative marking in MAH MBA CET 2026?
No! There is NO negative marking in MAH MBA CET. Candidates earn 1 mark per correct answer and lose 0 marks for unattempted or incorrect answers.
Q: What is the total duration and question count of MAH MBA CET?
MAH MBA CET consists of 200 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) to be attempted in 150 minutes (2.5 hours) with NO sectional time limits.
Q: Which section carries the highest weightage in MAH MBA CET?
Logical Reasoning carries the highest weightage with 75 questions (37.5% of the total exam weightage).