MAH CET Exam Pattern 2025: Check Marking Scheme, Syllabus, Preparation Tips
Content Writer | Updated On - Jan 27, 2025
MAH MBA CET 2025 exam pattern will be released by the Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell on the official website cetcell.mahacet.org. The MAH MBA CET 2025 exam will consist of 200 questions covering Logical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension. Each question will be of one mark.
The MAH MBA CET 2025 exam will be held online in two to three sessions over two days, with each session having a unique set of questions. Because of this, the difficulty level may vary between sessions.
The MAH MBA CET 2025 exam pattern is expected to remain the same as the MAH CET 2024 format. For more details about the exam structure, continue reading below.
- There will be 200 multiple-choice questions. The exam duration is 150 minutes.
- According to the marking scheme, candidates will score one mark for every correct answer. There will be no negative marking.
- The MAH CET 2024 difficulty level was between moderate to difficult.
Candidates are advised to go through the MAH MBA CET Previous Year Question Paper and mock tests to get familiar with the actual exam pattern.
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MAH CET 2025 Exam Pattern Highlights
Before MAH CET preparation, candidates must know the paper pattern, format of questions, sections, distribution of questions, etc. Here is the MAH CET exam pattern overview:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Online (CBT) |
| Exam Language | English |
| Exam Duration | 150 minutes |
| Type of Question | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Sections |
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| Total Number of Questions | 200 |
| Total Marks | 200 |
| Marking Scheme |
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MAH CET 2025 Sections
According to the MAH CET exam pattern, there are four sections:
| Section | Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning | 75 |
| Abstract Reasoning | 25 |
| Qualitative Ability | 50 |
| Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension | 50 |
There are no sectional time limits. Candidates can attempt all MAH CET questions in any order. However, they are advised to complete one section before moving to the next one to avoid confusion.
MAH CET 2025 Marking Scheme
Candidates must visit the MAH CET official website for any changes in the paper pattern.
- MAH CET exam duration will be 150 minutes.
- There will be 200 questions divided into 4 sections.
- The total marks that can be scored in MAH CET is 200.
- There is no negative marking for wrong answers in MAH CET.
- For every right answer, candidates will score 1 mark.
- Unanswered questions will not be marked.
MAH CET Score Normalization
MAH CET exam is held in two days. There are two sessions on each day. The final MAH CET scores are normalized in the following way:
- The raw score is calculated based on the total number of correct answers in the MAH CET exam
- A base is established based on the performance of candidates in all the sessions.
- The raw score is equated to this base form and the final MAH CET scores are set.
- The scores are considered will two decimal places.
MAH CET scorecard contains this final score and is published on the official website of Maharashtra State CET Cell.
Ques. How can I prepare for MAH MBA CET at home?
Ans. To prepare for MAH MBA CET at home, focus on self-study, practice, and revision. Have a strong basic understanding of the concepts. Refer to the updated versions of MAH CET preparation books and resources. Use other online study materials for easier understanding. Solve MBA MAH CET question papers and mock tests to get familiar with the real exam.
Ques. What is the MAH CET exam pattern and syllabus?
Ans. MAH CET syllabus has topics from four sections - logical reasoning, abstract reasoning, quantitative ability, and verbal ability & reading comprehension. As per the MAH CET exam pattern, there will be 200 questions divided into these 4 sections. The exam duration will be 150 minutes.
Ques. What is the MAH CET 2025 sectional weightage?
Ans. Usually, in the MAH CET exam, the logical reasoning section has the maximum weightage with 75 questions. This is followed by quantitative ability and verbal ability & reading comprehension sections with 50 questions each. The section with the least weightage is abstract reasoning, with 25 questions. However, candidates must focus equally on all the sections as the MAH CET sectional weightage is not constant.
How to Answer in MAH CET 2025?
According to the MAH CET exam pattern 2025, candidates must choose the correct answer from 5 options. They can follow the given steps to answer MAH CET:
- Read the question carefully.
- Click on the appropriate option.
- Click on “Save and Next” to save the answer and move to the next question.
- If you want to come back to the question later, click on “Mark for Review”.
- If you want to change an answer, go to the question and click on the new answer. Then click on “Save and Next”.
- You can also click on “Clear Response” to delete the older answer and make a new selection.
Note: Questions saying “Marked for Review” are considered for final evaluation in MAH CET.
MAH CET 2025 Syllabus
Candidates must be aware of the subtopics that are included in each section of the MAH CET syllabus. Each section assesses a particular skill. Refer to the table below for an MAH CET syllabus 2025 overview:
| Sections | Topics |
|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning (LR) | Arrangements Direction Blood Relations Syllogism Critical Reasoning Data Sufficiency Patterns and Relationships, etc. |
| Abstract Reasoning (AR) | Series Pattern Analogy Comparisons Matching, etc. |
| Qualitative Ability (QA) | Arithmetic Geometry Algebra Mensuration Modern Mathematics Data Sufficiency Data Interpretation - graphs, tables, etc. |
| Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) | Reading comprehension English Vocabulary English Grammar Synonyms Antonyms Usage of Words Fill in the Blanks One Word Substitution Error Correction Para Jumbles Para Completion, etc. |
MAH CET 2025 Preparation Tips
After analyzing the previous year’s MAH CET question papers, the exam difficulty level is likely to be moderate to difficult. Candidates must have a proper MAH CET preparation strategy, as mentioned below, to ace the exam:
- Be thorough with the MAH CET exam pattern and syllabus.
- Know all the topics and gather reliable MAH CET preparation books.
- Make and follow a timetable.
- Have a good conceptual understanding of all topics.
- To prepare for the VARC section, read a lot of books, newspapers, and articles.
- To crack the QA section, learn shortcuts and tricks. Practice the formulae and different types of questions.
- Prepare better for the LR/ AR sections by honing your critical thinking skills with time-bound practice.
- Solve MAH CET question papers and mock tests to improve speed, accuracy, and time management.
- Practice and revise regularly.
MAH CET Recommended Books
There are multiple MAH CET study materials available. Therefore, candidates should choose the most appropriate resources for their preparation. Here are some MAH CET preparation books recommended by experts:
| Book | Author/ Publisher |
|---|---|
| 50+ Solved Papers | Arihant |
| MH-CET (MBA/MMS) Entrance Guide | Disha |
| Mock Papers | Disha |
| How to Prepare for VARC for CAT | Arun Sharma |
| How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for CAT | Arun Sharma |
| How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for CAT | Arun Sharma |
| Word Power Made Easy | Norman Lewis |
| A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-verbal Reasoning | RS Aggarwal |
MAH CET 2025 Exam Pattern FAQs
Ques. What is the pattern of the MAH CET exam?
Ans. MAH CET exam pattern specifies that there are 200 questions in the exam, divided into 4 sections - logical reasoning, abstract reasoning, quantitative ability, and verbal ability & reading comprehension.
Ques. What is the MAH CET exam duration?
Ans. MAH CET exam is held for 150 minutes (2.5 hours).
Ques. How many marks are there in the MBA MAH CET exam?
Ans. MAH MBA CET exam is for 200 marks.
Ques. Does MBA CET have any negative marking?
Ans. No, MAH CET 2025 does not have any negative marking.
Ques. What is the difficulty level of MAH CET?
Ans. MAH CET exam difficulty level is generally from moderate to difficult, based on previous years’ trends.
Ques. How many questions are there in MAH CET?
Ans. There will be 200 multiple-choice-type questions in the MAH CET exam.
Ques. What is the marking scheme of the MAH CET exam?
Ans. As per the MAH CET 2025 marking scheme, candidates will score one mark for every right answer. There is no negative marking for wrong or unanswered questions.
Ques. How many options are there in the MAH CET exam?
Ans. Every question comes with 5 options, one of which is the correct answer in MAH CET 2025.
Ques. What is the mode of the MAH CET exam?
Ans. MAH CET is held online in a Computer Based Test (CBT) mode.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
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