Business and Management
MAH-MBA/MMS - CET
COMMON ENTRANCE TEST - Directorate of Technical Education, Maharashtra State
Conducted by Directorate of Technical Education, Maharashtra State
Business and Management Entrance Exam
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the HSC (10+2) examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. Minimum marks criteria as prescribed by the authority should be met.
- Age Limit: Usually, there is no strict age limit for appearing in the CET, but candidates should confirm from the latest notification.
- Nationality: Applicant must be an Indian citizen. Applicants from Maharashtra domicile usually get relaxation or reservation benefits.
Exam Pattern
Exam Pattern
- Mode of Exam: Online (Computer Based Test)
- Number of Questions: Typically 150 questions covering Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Marking Scheme: 1 mark for each correct answer; no negative marking is usually practiced.
- Subjects Covered:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Exam Schedule:
- Notification usually released in January.
- Exam generally held in April or May.
Syllabus
Syllabus
The CET syllabus is largely based on the Maharashtra State Board HSC syllabus for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, aligned with the 11th and 12th standard curriculum.
- Physics: Laws of Motion, Work, Energy and Power, Thermodynamics, Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetic Effects of Current, Optics, Modern Physics.
- Chemistry: Atomic Structure, Periodic Table, Chemical Bonding, States of Matter, Thermodynamics, Chemical Kinetics, Organic Chemistry basics, Coordination Compounds, Surface Chemistry.
- Mathematics: Algebra (Quadratic Equations, Sequences and Series), Trigonometry, Coordinate Geometry, Calculus (Limits, Derivatives), Probability, Vector Algebra.
Additional Information
Other Important Information
Application Process
- Visit the official CET website.
- Register with a valid email ID and phone number.
- Fill in the application form carefully with personal, academic, and contact details.
- Upload scanned images of passport size photograph, signature, and other required documents as per specifications.
- Pay the application fee online through credit/debit card or net banking.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Courses Offered
- Undergraduate courses in Engineering and Technology affiliated to Maharashtra State universities and colleges.
- Branches include Computer Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication, Information Technology, etc.
Admit Card
- Available for download on the CET official website approximately 10-15 days before the exam.
- Download by logging in with application number and date of birth.
- Key Instructions:
- Carry the admit card along with a valid photo ID on exam day.
- Check all details for accuracy.
- Follow the exam center guidelines mentioned on the admit card.
Results & Cut-Offs
- Results are announced online on the official CET website.
- Candidates can check results via login using their application number and date of birth.
- Cut-off marks vary each year based on difficulty level, number of candidates, and category reservations.
- Qualifying the CET cut-off is essential for admission counseling and seat allotment.
Preparation Tips
- Understand and cover the complete HSC syllabus of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics thoroughly.
- Practice previous years' CET question papers to get familiar with the exam pattern and time management.
- Refer to NCERT textbooks and Maharashtra State Board textbooks for conceptual clarity.
- Use online resources and mock tests to assess preparation level regularly.
- Focus on strengthening fundamentals and problem-solving speed.
FAQs
- Is CET Maharashtra only for Maharashtra domicile students? No, it is open to all Indian nationals but domicile students get certain reservations.
- What is the mode of CET? The exam is conducted online.
- Can I apply offline? Usually the application is online only.
- Is there any negative marking? Typically, there is no negative marking in CET.
- When are the CET results declared? Generally results are declared within a month after the exam.
- How to prepare for CET? Focus on HSC syllabus, practice mock tests, and previous year papers.