MAH MBA CET 2026 Registration Begins for MBA/MMS Admissions Across Maharashtra

MAH MBA CET 2026 registration is now live. Eligible candidates can apply online at cetcell.mahacet.org for MBA/MMS admissions in Maharashtra by February 25.

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has officially opened the registration portal for the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MAH MBA CET 2026). As of today, the online application window is functional for all eligible candidates seeking admission to MBA and MMS programs for the 2026-27 academic session. This state-level entrance exam serves as the primary gateway for over 300 management institutes across Maharashtra, including premier b-schools like JBIMS, SIMSREE, and PUMBA.

Registration Procedure and Application Deadlines

The State CET Cell has mandated a strictly online registration process through its official website. Prospective students must complete their profiles and submit the necessary documents before the deadline, which is currently set for February 25, 2026. The university has emphasized that candidates should ensure their mobile numbers and email IDs are active, as these will be used for all future correspondence regarding the entrance test.

• Official Portal: All applications must be submitted via cetcell.mahacet.org.
• Application Fees: The fee is structured at 1,200 for General category candidates (including OMS) and 1,000 for Reserved category and PwD candidates from Maharashtra.
• Document Uploads: Applicants are required to upload a recent color photograph and a digital signature as per the specified dimensions in the notification.
• Candidature Type: Students must carefully select their candidature type (Maharashtra State or All India) as it significantly impacts seat allotment during the admission rounds.

Eligibility Criteria and Exam Structure

To participate in the entrance exam, candidates must meet the minimum academic requirements set by the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE). The MAH MBA CET 2026 remains a competitive 150-minute computer-based test consisting of 200 multiple-choice questions. Notably, the exam continues its tradition of having no negative marking, encouraging students to attempt all questions.

• Academic Requirement: A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in any Bachelor’s degree (45% for reserved categories in Maharashtra).
• Final Year Students: Candidates currently in the final year of their graduation are eligible to apply for the registration process.
• Exam Dates: The first session of the exam is scheduled to take place between April 6 and April 8, 2026, with a second session planned for May 9.

Admission via the Centralized Admission Process (CAP)

Following the declaration of the entrance results, the selection moves into the Centralized Admission Process (CAP). This phase is a single-window system where candidates register their scores and submit their college preferences. While the MAH MBA CET score is the primary metric, the university also accepts valid scores from other national exams like CAT and CMAT for All India category seats.

• Merit List: A state-wide merit list is prepared based on the normalized scorecard and percentile of the candidates.
• Choice Filling: During CAP rounds, students can list multiple institutes and courses in order of preference.
• Seat Allotment: Allotment is done based on merit, category reservations, and the availability of seats in the respective institutes.
• Verification: Physical or e-verification of original documents is mandatory before final admission can be confirmed.

Conclusion

With the registration window for MAH MBA CET 2026 now open, the competitive season for Maharashtra management aspirants has officially begun. The exam provides an affordable and high-ROI pathway into some of the most prestigious management departments in the country. Candidates are advised to complete their entrance application well before the February deadline to avoid last-minute technical congestion on the portal. As the 2026 admission cycle unfolds, the focus now shifts toward strategic preparation for the 200-question aptitude challenge ahead.

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