MAH MBA/MMS CET 2026 Enters Post-Registration Phase; Admit Card Schedule Awaited

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has successfully concluded the extended registration window for the MAH MBA/MMS CET 2026 as of February 20. With over 1.2 lakh candidates registered across two attempts, the focus now shifts to the release of the hall tickets in late March. This year marks a significant shift as the exam moves to a biannual format, offering management aspirants multiple opportunities to secure admission in top Maharashtra B-schools like JBIMS and SIMSREE.

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, is currently overseeing the final transition of the MAH MBA/MMS CET 2026 cycle into its post-registration administrative phase. Although the initial application deadline was set for February 12, the authorities provided a critical one-week extension, allowing the registration window to remain active until February 20, 2026. This move was designed to accommodate a larger pool of management aspirants who faced technical challenges with the newly mandatory APAAR ID and Aadhaar authentication processes. As of today, February 16, thousands of students are finalizing their submissions via the official CET Cell portal, marking the beginning of the countdown to the state’s most competitive management entrance.

Revised Examination Schedule and Two-Attempt Policy

A landmark change for the 2026-27 academic session is the introduction of a dual-attempt system for the MAH MBA/MMS CET, mirroring national-level entrance patterns. According to the tentative CET 2026 schedule, the first session is slated for April 6, 7, and 8, 2026. The second session, aimed at providing an improvement opportunity for students, is scheduled for May 9, 2026. This biannual approach is expected to significantly reduce academic stress among the 1.2 lakh registered candidates, as the higher of the two scores will be considered during the Centralized Admission Process (CAP).

• Extended Registration Deadline: February 20, 2026
• Session 1 Exam Dates: April 6, 7, & 8, 2026
• Session 2 Exam Date: May 9, 2026
• Admit Card Release (Expected): Last week of March 2026
• Result Declaration: Expected late May 2026

Admit Card Expectations and Technical Requirements

With the registration nearly complete, the technical team at the State CET Cell is shifting its focus toward the generation of the hall tickets. Candidates are advised that the admit card is a mandatory document for entry into the 48 designated test cities across Maharashtra and select locations outside the state. To access the document in late March, applicants must use their registered email ID and password on the technical education dashboard. Furthermore, the 2026 cycle requires a physical copy of the admit card to be preserved until the final admission is secured, as it serves as a primary verification record during the document scrutiny phase in June.

• Mode of Release: Online only; no physical copies will be dispatched.
• Security Protocol: Admit cards will feature the live photo captured during the registration process.
• Identity Proof: Candidates must carry an original Aadhaar Card or PAN Card alongside the hall ticket.
• Exam Duration: 150 minutes for a 200-question Computer-Based Test (CBT).

Conclusion

The MAH MBA/MMS CET 2026 represents a transformative year for management education in Maharashtra. By offering two attempts and extending the registration timelines, the state government has prioritized candidate accessibility and performance optimization. As the focus moves from the application portal to the examination hall, the State CET Cell continues to emphasize the importance of verifying all personal details on the confirmation page before the portal closes permanently. With the first session less than two months away, the upcoming release of the hall tickets remains the next major milestone for aspirants seeking a seat in the state's premier management institutes.

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