MAH MBA CET 2026 registration is live on cetcell.mahacet.org. Apply by February 12 for MBA/MMS admissions in Maharashtra. Check exam dates and eligibility.

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has officially opened the registration portal for the MAH MBA/MMS CET 2026. Aspiring management students can now submit their applications for the state-level entrance test, which serves as the gateway to over 300 business schools across Maharashtra. According to the official notification, the application window will remain active until February 12, 2026, providing a month-long opportunity for candidates to finalize their enrollment for the upcoming academic session.

New Two-Attempt Format and Examination Schedule

In a significant departure from previous years, the CET Cell has announced that the entrance exam will be conducted in two distinct sessions for the first time. This move is designed to provide aspirants with more flexibility and a second chance to improve their scores for the MMS and MBA selection process.

• First Session Dates: The initial phase of the computer-based test is scheduled to take place over three days, from April 6 to April 8, 2026.
• Second Session Date: For those wishing to take a second attempt, or those who miss the first window, an additional exam date has been fixed for May 9, 2026.
• Normalization Process: Since the CET will be held across multiple shifts and dates, a percentile-based normalization method will be used to ensure equity among test-takers.
• Admit Card Timeline: Registered candidates can expect their hall tickets to be available for download on the official portal in the third week of March 2026.

Eligibility and Application Fee Structure

The registration process requires candidates to meet specific academic benchmarks established by the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE). The exam attracts over one lakh applicants annually, competing for approximately 40,000 seats in various MMS and MBA programs.

• Domicile Status: While the exam is open to All India (OMS) candidates, specific seat reservations are applicable only to those holding Maharashtra state domicile during the enrollment phase.
• Document Readiness: Applicants are advised to keep their scanned photographs, signatures, and identity proofs ready before starting the online registration to avoid session timeouts.
• Payment Modes: The fee can be paid via credit/debit cards, net banking, or UPI, and is non-refundable once the application is submitted.

Structure of the Computer-Based Entrance Test

The MAH MBA CET remains a test of speed and accuracy, consisting of 200 multiple-choice questions to be solved within 150 minutes. The lack of negative marking continues to be a defining feature of this examination, encouraging a high attempt rate among the MMS aspirants.

• Logical & Abstract Reasoning: These two sections comprise 50% of the paper, with 75 and 25 questions respectively, focusing on patterns and analytical thinking.
• Quantitative Aptitude: This section includes 50 questions covering arithmetic, algebra, and data interpretation.
• Verbal Ability: The remaining 50 questions test English grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension.
• Mock Tests: The State CET Cell typically releases a practice link on its website a few weeks before the exam to help students familiarize themselves with the navigation of the digital interface.

Conclusion

The commencement of the registration cycle marks a critical juncture for MBA aspirants in the region. With the introduction of a dual-attempt system, the 2026 enrollment process offers a more student-friendly approach to securing a seat in top-tier institutes like JBIMS or SIMSREE. Prospective students should ensure they complete their forms on the official CET portal well before the February 12 deadline to avoid any technical glitches associated with last-minute traffic. Following the conclusion of the exams in May, the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) is expected to begin in June 2026 to facilitate final college allotments.

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