How to Prepare for MHT MBA CET: Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Books

Rajalakshmi BK
Rajalakshmi BK

Updated on - Mar 18, 2024

How to prepare for MHT MBA CET? It is no rocket science; with the help of a proper preparation strategy, candidates can easily crack through the examination. MHT MBA CET is a competitive state-level examination for admission into MBA courses offered by colleges/ universities in Maharashtra. 

Knowing the examination details can offer the candidates a decent insight into the exam. 

Preparation Tips for MHT MBA CET

Here at Getmyuni, the article for proper preparation is curated. All the points that can originate high marks are mentioned. 

Follow the Pattern of the Exam

Exam pattern plays a key role. Candidates appearing for MHT CET MBA must visit the official website and observe the MHT MBA CET exam pattern. It is considered critical for exam preparation. In addition, it offers the candidates a clear picture of the exam, the number of questions from each part and all other details. 

MAH CET Exam Pattern
Full-Form Maharashtra Common Entrance Test
Conducting Authority Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Maharashtra
Level of Examination State Level
Application Mode Online
Total Duration 150 minutes
Medium of Answering English
Applicants Per Year (Approx.) 75 Thousand to 1 Lakh
Exam Centres 48
Frequency  Annually 
Exam Mode Online (CBT Mode)
Official Website cetcell.mahacet.org

Go through the Syllabus

The syllabus for MHT CET MBA is distributed in 4 sections. Logical Reasoning (LR), Analytical Reasoning (AR), Quantitative Aptitude (QA), and Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC). The marks allotted for each section vary. Besides, learning the details about Syllabus is necessary before appearing for the exam. 

Observe the Exam Marking Scheme

Once the exam pattern and syllabus are known, candidates should march ahead to know the marking scheme of the exam. Since there is sectional division in the exam, the marks for each section also differ.

MAH CET Marking Scheme
MAH CET
Logical Reasoning (LR) 75 questions
Analytical Reasoning (AR) 25 questions
Quantitative Aptitude (QA) 50 questions
Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC) 50 questions
Marking Scheme
  • 1 mark awarded for each correct answer
  • No negative marking 
Total Marks
200

Construct a Sensible Routine

One mistake candidates often make in covering the syllabus in haste is that they forget to create a timetable/ routine. Time table plays an important role in the exam preparation process. Candidates must consider creating a routine at the beginning of preparation. 

Additionally, including all the topics section-wise is quite necessary for the preparation. Candidates should include a conscious choice of allotting a certain time for a break should be included in the timetable. 

Emphasise Areas of High Weightage

There will be questions from certain areas that carry more marks. Marking the important chapters and preparing for them is highly recommended. Candidates must deliberate choice of covering and revising questions from these areas first. 

Follow Previous Years’ Question Papers

Following the past question papers can be highly worthy. The past trends in questions help assess the question pattern, mark distribution and areas of maximum questions. Besides, the question papers help in gaining knowledge about the exam. 

Besides, the difficulty level of the examination can be easily gauged by following the past question papers. Next, solving them will enhance the knowledge and offer a clear picture of the preparation. 

Frequently Revise

Revision is very important. Candidates should separate a time while creating the timetable. Each week or after two weeks, there should be a time where candidates must revise all the covered topics. Revision paves the way for proper preparation.

Apply for Mock Tests

Appear for mock test before the exam advances. Mock tests are an actual representation of the preparation. The results of the mock tests present a clear picture of areas that needs attention. Moreover, the mock test is almost similar to the actual examination; it can substantially enhance exam preparation.

MAH MBA CET Preparation Books

As the proverb goes, ‘books are man’s best friends’; books can offer the best knowledge. Here is the list of MAH MBA CET books that proved useful while preparing for the exam. 

MAH MBA CET Books
Name of the Books Author/ Publishers
Quantitative Aptitude
  • Kiran’s
  • Abhijit Guha
Analytical Reasoning & Logical Reasoning  Arihant
DATA Interpretation and DATA Sufficiency Arihant
Logical Reasoning  S. Chand
Maharashtra MBA CET Success Book Chandresh Agarwal
Maharashtra MBA CET Arihant

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