MAH MBA/MMS CET 2026 Registration Closes Today as CET Cell Prepares for Exam Phase
The registration window for MAH MBA/MMS CET 2026 officially closes today, February 12, 2026.The Maharashtra State CET Cell has announced that this is the final opportunity for aspirants to secure their place for the upcoming April and May exam sessions. With over 300 participating institutes, candidates must complete their online application and fee payment via the official portal by tonight. Ensure your Aadhaar and APAAR ID details are verified to avoid last-minute disqualification from the state’s most prestigious management entrance cycle.
The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra is set to conclude the online registration process for the MAH MBA/MMS CET 2026 today. This deadline marks the end of a month-long application window that opened on January 10, 2026, for candidates seeking admission to first-year postgraduate management programs across the state. As the portal enters its final hours of operation, the CET Cell has reported a significant surge in traffic, prompting a reminder for all remaining aspirants to finalize their submissions before the midnight cutoff.
Final Call for Registration and Fee Payment
Today is the absolute final date for candidates to complete their MAH MBA CET 2026 Online Application. According to the official notification, the payment gateway will remain active until 11:59 PM, allowing students to pay the requisite application fee—₹1,500 for Open Category candidates and ₹1,300 for Reserved Category students from Maharashtra. The Cell has emphasized that no offline applications or late fee payments will be entertained under any circumstances, as the system shifts immediately into the database audit phase.
- Mandatory Digital IDs: For the 2026 session, linking a valid Aadhaar and APAAR ID has been made compulsory during the registration process to ensure a secure and transparent testing environment.
- Document Verification: Applicants must ensure that their scanned photograph and signature meet the prescribed dimensions before hitting the final submit button.
- Payment Status: A "Successful" status on the fee receipt is the only valid proof of a completed registration; candidates are advised to download and print this receipt immediately.
Strategic Two-Attempt Exam Schedule
A major shift in the 2026-27 academic cycle is the introduction of a dual-attempt testing window. This new structure is designed to provide students with a second chance to improve their scores without waiting for an entire year. The MAH MBA CET 2026 Exam Schedule has been meticulously planned to accommodate nearly 1.5 lakh expected test-takers across two distinct phases.
| Exam Event | Scheduled Dates (2026) | Mode of Examination |
| First Attempt | April 6, 7, and 8, 2026 | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Second Attempt | May 9, 2026 | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Correction Window | First Week of March 2026 | Online Portal Only |
| Admit Card Release | Third Week of March 2026 | Dashboard Download |
The State CET Cell has clarified that for candidates appearing in both attempts, the higher of the two scores will be considered for the Centralized Admission Process (CAP). This move follows the trend seen in other national-level entrance exams, aiming to reduce student stress and maximize merit-based placements in premier B-schools like JBIMS and SIMSREE.
Transition to Admit Card and Center Allocation
Once the registration window shuts tonight, the CET Cell will begin the process of center allocation across 36 cities in Maharashtra and select locations outside the state. The official MAH CET portal will host a brief correction window in early March, allowing candidates to rectify minor errors in their name, date of birth, or photo. However, changes to the examination city preference or category will generally not be permitted at that stage.
- Hall Ticket Availability: Admit cards are expected to be available for download starting March 25, 2026.
- Exam Pattern: The test remains a 150-minute marathon consisting of 200 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) focusing on Logical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and Verbal Ability.
- Mock Test Links: To help aspirants familiarize themselves with the CBT interface, official mock test links will be activated on the CET Cell website by mid-March.
Conclusion
As the MAH MBA/MMS CET 2026 registration window closes today, the focus for thousands of aspirants shifts from administration to academic preparation. The introduction of the May 9 second attempt has provided a much-needed safety net for students, but the primary April window remains the most targeted phase for top-tier institute admissions. Following today's closure, the State CET Cell will move rapidly to verify candidate data and release the examination schedule per session. For the management aspirants of Maharashtra, today represents the final hurdle in the application process before the high-stakes journey of the 2026 entrance season truly begins.
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