The MAH MBA CET Exam Analysis 2026 has been updated for all exams conducted from April 6 to April 8, 2026, providing candidates with clear insights into the overall difficulty level, question patterns, and section-wise trends across all shifts. With the April session now concluded, candidates can use this comprehensive analysis to better understand the exam structure and performance benchmarks. The detailed MAH MBA CET 2026 analysis for April 8 (Shift 1) is available below, while the Shift 2 analysis will be updated shortly. Candidates can refer to this analysis to evaluate expected cut-offs and gain clarity on trends followed across participating colleges.
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As per the MAH MBA CET exam pattern. Candidates will be given 150 minutes to answer all sections of the MAH CET paper. There will be 200 marks total, and each question carries 1 mark. THE MAH MBA CET marking scheme is expected to be the same as last year.
Particulars | Details |
Number of sections | Abstract Reasoning Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension |
Number of questions | 200 |
Number of answer choices | Five options |
Total marks | 200 |
Exam duration | 150 minutes |
Mode of examination | Online |
Medium of examination | English |
MAH CET marking scheme | • +1 mark for each correct answer • No negative marking for incorrect answer |
The MAH MBA CET 2026 good attempts have now been shared based on the latest exam analysis. Overall, the expected good attempts range is estimated to be between 127–142 questions across all sections. This range is derived from student feedback and exam trends, giving candidates a clear idea of a safe attempt for a good score.
MAH MBA CET Sections | Number of Questions | Good Attempts |
Abstract Reasoning | 25 | 12-15 |
Logical Reasoning | 75 | 50-55 |
Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 35-40 |
Verbal Ability | 50 | 30-32 |
Overall | 200 | 127-142 |
The MAH MBA CET 2026 difficulty level has now been updated after the exam. Most of the questions were straightforward and could be solved without much complexity, with minimal tricky or confusing questions across sections.
Section | Difficulty Level |
VARC | Easy–Moderate |
Logical Reasoning | Easy–Moderate |
Abstract Reasoning | Easy |
Quantitative Aptitude | Easy–Moderate |
Overall | Easy–Moderate (Lengthy) |
The detailed shift-wise analysis of the MAH MBA CET 2026 is published after all exam slots are completed. Based on previous trends, Shift 1 is generally slightly easier, although the difficulty level may vary between shifts on certain days.
The paper was of moderate difficulty but quite lengthy, making time management the biggest hurdle.
Arithmetic formed the core of this section, while Algebra and Geometry had limited presence.
| Topic | Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| Arithmetic | ~27 |
| Time, Speed, Distance | 7 |
| Application of TSD in Trains and Stream | 2 |
| Clock & Calendar | 5–6 |
| Mixture and Alligation | 2 |
| Probability | 1 |
| Divisibility Rules | 1 |
| Geometry | 3 |
| Algebra (Age-based) | 3 |
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A few questions from Figure Counting Reasoning and Venn Diagram Reasoning were also present.
Overall, the section was moderate but calculation-heavy and time-consuming.
This was the most extensive section with a wide variety of questions.
| Topic | Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| Input Output Reasoning | 5 |
| Syllogism Reasoning | 5 |
| Coding-Decoding Reasoning | 4 |
| Series Reasoning | 3 |
| Linear Arrangement | 1 |
| Puzzle Reasoning | 1 |
Abstract Reasoning Breakdown
| Topic | Questions |
|---|---|
| Counting Triangles | 4 |
| Squares | 1 |
| Circles | 3 |
| Figure Counting | 2 |
| Odd One Out | 4 |
| Embedded Figure Reasoning | 2 |
| Mirror/Face-based | 2 |
Some Time-Speed-Distance-based questions also appeared within LR.
Overall, the section was moderate but lengthy, requiring efficient question selection.
VARC was moderate overall, with vocabulary being the most scoring area.
| Topic | Questions |
|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | ~20 |
| Fill in the Blanks | 10 |
| Synonyms & Antonyms | 6 |
| Idioms | 5 |
| Grammar | 10 |
| Para Jumble | 1 |
Overall, VARC was easier than LR and Quant.
The exam followed a speed-based approach with emphasis on quick decision-making.
| Topic | Questions |
|---|---|
| Fill in the Blanks | 10 |
| Synonyms/Antonyms | 6 |
| Idioms | 5 |
| RC (4 Sets) | 20 |
| Para Jumbles | 1 |
Overall, this section was predictable and scoring.
| Category | Topic | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional | Series | 5 |
| Analogies | 4 | |
| Odd One Out | 4 | |
| Modern | Triangle Counting | 4 |
| Line Counting | 2 | |
| Rhombus/Circle Counting | 2 | |
| Figure-based | 4 |
This section was quick and scoring.
| Category | Topic | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Arithmetic | Average | 3 |
| Mixtures | 2 | |
| Partnership | 3 | |
| Percentage | 3 | |
| Profit and Loss | 3 | |
| DI | Caselet | 5 |
| Pie Chart | 5 | |
| Modern Math | Clock Reasoning | 3 |
| Calendar Reasoning | 2 | |
| Probability | 1 | |
| Series | 2 | |
| Others | HCF and LCM | 4 |
| Pipes | 3 | |
| Geometry | 3 | |
| Misc | Simplification | 1 |
Overall, the section required strong calculation speed.
| Category | Topic | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional | Coding-Decoding | 7 |
| Blood Relations | 6 | |
| Series | 7 | |
| Direction | 4 | |
| Syllogism | 4 | |
| Modern | Input-Output | 5 |
| Ranking | 3 | |
| Sequence of Words | 4 | |
| Set Theory | 3 | |
| Odd One Out | 3 | |
| Alpha Series | 4 | |
| Puzzles | Linear Arrangement | 1 |
| Circular Arrangement | 1 | |
| Comparison | 1 | |
| Blood Relation Puzzle | 1 |
The paper pattern was consistent with Day 1, without major surprises.
Overall, the paper was lengthy yet manageable.
RC difficulty:
Overall, the section was easy to moderate but time-consuming.
Key topics:
Overall difficulty: Easy to Moderate.
Topics included:
Overall difficulty: Easy.
Arithmetic topics included:
Overall, performance depended on speed and selection strategy.
The second slot of Day 2 followed a pattern similar to the earlier sessions. The overall level of the paper was easy to moderate, slightly leaning towards the easier side. However, the paper felt lengthy, and managing time effectively was important to maximize attempts.
The paper was easy to moderate in terms of difficulty
It was lengthy, which made it challenging to attempt all questions comfortably
A few abstract reasoning questions were moderate to tough
Logical Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude sections required more time
Some questions were similar to previous year questions
Candidates needed a balanced approach to attempt a good number of questions with accuracy
Reading Comprehension passages were easy and straightforward
Most RC questions were direct and did not require deep inference
Vocabulary questions included synonyms, idioms, and word usage
Grammar questions covered error detection, speech, and voice
The section was manageable and provided scoring opportunities
Candidates could attempt a high number of questions with good accuracy
The section was easy to moderate overall
A few questions required more time due to pattern complexity
Questions were based on series, mirror images, and water images
Most questions followed familiar patterns
With practice, candidates could solve a majority of questions quickly
The section was moderate but time-consuming
Questions were mostly standalone rather than set-based
Topics included family tree, direction sense, coding-decoding, syllogisms, and chronology
Data Sufficiency questions were also asked in this section
Careful reading and logical clarity were important to avoid mistakes
The section was easy to moderate but lengthy
Arithmetic had the highest weightage
Topics included percentages, time and work, profit and loss, and ratio
Some questions involved lengthy calculations
A few questions were based on previous year patterns
The section was doable but required good time management
The paper was on the easier side but lengthy in nature
Reading Comprehension was one of the most scoring areas
Logical Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude required more time
Data Sufficiency added a different element to the LR section
Previous year question trends were visible in some parts of the paper
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This section provides ebooks for MAH MBA CET 2026, including detailed MAH CET MBA 2026 exam analysis and memory-based questions for all shifts conducted from April 6 to 8.
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| MAH MBA CET 2026 Day 1 - April 6: Exam Analysis with Memory-Based Questions (Shift 1 & Shift 2) | Download Now |
| MAH MBA CET 2026 Day 2 - April 7: Exam Analysis with Memory-Based Questions (Shift 1 & Shift 2) | Download Now |
| MAH MBA CET 2026 Day 3 - April 8: Exam Analysis with Memory-Based Questions (Shift 1 & Shift 2) | Download Now |
| MAH MBA CET 2026 Exam Analysis (6,7,8 April - All Shifts) with Memory-Based Questions | Download Now |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The MAH MBA CET exam will be held in two sessions from April 6 to April 8, 2026, for the first session. The second session will be held on May 9, 2026.
According to the previous year's feedback, the difficulty level of the MAH MBA CET exam is expected to be easy to moderate.
The candidates should prioritise sections like Logical Reasoning and Verbal Ability in the MAH MBA CET 2026 exam as the level of these is fairly on the easier side.
Based on last year’s exam feedback, the candidates can expect the MAH MBA CET good attempts to be in the range of 127-142.
The MAH MBA CET exam analysis 2026 will be released soon after the exam is over on April 06, 2026.
On Question asked by student community
Hello,
MHCET is mainly for engineering, pharmacy, law, and agriculture courses.
For business courses like BBA, BMS, or MBA, MHCET is not used.
Business courses usually have their own entrance exams like:
MAH BBA CET
MAH MBA CET
CUET (for some colleges)
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