For the first time in its history, the MAH CET 2026 is being conducted in two phases. Following the initial attempt in April, the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra is set to hold the second attempt tomorrow, May 9, 2026.
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This “second chance” window is designed for candidates who either missed the April session or wish to improve their previous scores to secure admission into top-tier management institutes like JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA. IMDR ETC.
Key Schedule for May 9
Unlike the first phase, which spanned three days, the second attempt is scheduled as a single-day event.
- Exam Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
- Admit Card: The final hall ticket for the second attempt was released on May 4, 2026. Candidates must download it from the official portal (cetcell.mahacet.org) to confirm their assigned test center and slot.
- Reporting Time: For the morning session, reporting usually begins at 7:30 AM, with the gate closing at 8:30 AM.
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📝 Exam Pattern & Strategy: The second attempt will mirror the structure of the first, maintaining consistency in difficulty and format.
| Section | Number of Q | Marks |
| Logical Reasoning | 75 | 75 |
| Abstract Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 |
| Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Exam Duration and Marking Schenme
- Duration: 150 minutes (2.5 hours).
- Marking: +1 for every correct answer; no negative marking.
- Normalization: If you appear for both attempts, the CET Cell will consider the best of the two percentiles for the final Centralized Admission Process (CAP).
Insights from the First Attempt: Data from the April 6–8 session suggests that while the overall difficulty was “Moderate,” students struggled with time management due to lengthy puzzles in Logical Reasoning and calculation-heavy Quantitative Aptitude sets.
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For tomorrow’s exam, candidates are advised to:
- Prioritize Speed: With 200 questions and only 150 minutes, you have less than 45 seconds per question.
- No Negative Marking: Ensure every bubble is marked. If a question is too time-consuming, guess and move on.
- Document Check: Carry a color printout of the Admit Card and an original valid Photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, or Passport).
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