MAH MBA/MMS CET 2026 Registration Closed; CET Cell Moves Toward Admit Card Phas

Following the conclusion of the MAH MBA/MMS CET 2026 registration window on February 20, the Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell is now entering the admit card preparation phase. As of February 14, 2026, the cell has finalized the data for the upcoming two-attempt examination cycle. This report provides insights into the post-registration reconciliation process, the anticipated release date for hall tickets in late March, and the technical shift regarding Aadhaar authentication. Candidates preparing for the April and May sessions can now verify their application status on the official portal as the CET Cell readies for the first attempt of the 2026-27 session.

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell has transitioned its focus toward the final audit of applications for the MAH MBA/MMS CET 2026. While the primary registration window was initially set to close earlier, the Deadline was strategically extended to February 20, 2026, to accommodate a massive surge in candidate volume. A pivotal administrative shift occurred on February 13, when the CET Cell issued a public notice relaxing the mandatory Aadhaar and APAAR ID authentication requirements due to technical difficulties faced by aspirants.

• Authentication Update: Candidates who encountered biometric or OTP errors were permitted to complete their MMS submissions without mandatory Aadhaar verification starting February 13.
• Data Verification: The State CET Cell is currently cross-referencing nearly 2 lakh profiles with institutional records to ensure eligibility for the 2026-27 academic session.
• Transition Period: This "cooling-off" period following the main registration allows the technical team to prepare the server for the high-traffic admit card download window.
• Correction Window: Minor discrepancies in candidate names or photographs are being flagged for a limited-time correction facility before the final database freeze.

Dual-Attempt Strategy and Hall Ticket Timeline

The 2026-27 session marks a historic change in the Examination format, as the Maharashtra government has introduced two attempts for the MAH MBA CET. This move, announced by the Higher and Technical Education Department, aims to reduce candidate stress and provide a second chance for score improvement. With the Registration phase nearing its absolute end, the scheduling for the issuance of hall tickets has become the primary focus for the 200,000+ expected examinees.

• Attempt Flexibility: Candidates who opted for both sessions during the Registration will receive separate hall tickets for each attempt.
• Test Center Allocation: Due to the high number of applicants, the Examination will be held across 48 cities, including major centers outside Maharashtra.
• Admit Card Access: Once live, the hall tickets will be available only in digital format on the official CET portal.
• Document Readiness: Aspirants are advised to keep their application numbers ready, as the login will require the registered email ID and password.

Conclusion

The shift from the Registration phase to the admit card preparation stage marks the halfway point of the MAH MBA/MMS CET 2026 cycle. As of February 14, the State CET Cell has successfully navigated technical hurdles regarding Aadhaar verification, ensuring that no eligible Candidate is left behind. The introduction of the dual-attempt system has significantly increased the administrative load, yet the cell remains on track for the April 6 kickoff. For every Candidate, this period is essential for intense revision and the finalization of their exam-day strategy. The upcoming weeks will see the release of city intimation slips, followed by the definitive hall tickets, setting the stage for one of the most competitive management entrance seasons in Maharashtra’s history.

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