MAH MBA CET Eligibility 2025: Age Limit, Minimum Marks, and Domicile Requirements

Maharashtra MBA Common Entrance Test

Admit Card Release Date
20th March, 2025

Ridhima Jindal
Ridhima Jindal

Table of Content

The MAH CET 2025 applicants must meet all eligibility requirements to be considered for recruitment. The candidates will be able to get into over 300 top colleges in Maharashtra by taking this test. The candidates must first check MAH CET MBA Eligibility 2025 before applying for the exam.

The MBA CET Eligibility Criteria refers to the various aspects that the the candidates must fulfil to be able to appear for the exam. These criteria include things like age limit, the minimum marks required in the qualifying examination, and the other domicile requirements. Candidates applying for this CET exam must carefully check the CET eligibility criteria. Any candidate who does not fulfil this criteria will automatically be disqualified during the MBA CET admission process.

On this page, the candidates can check the detailed CET MBA eligibility criteria including all the domicile requirements.

MAH CET Eligibility Criteria

Candidates seeking admission to the MBA programs offered by MAH CET participating institutes must meet all eligibility requirements to qualify. This test will allow the candidates to get admission to MBA courses in more than 300 top colleges in Maharashtra.

MAH MBA CET Eligibility - Basic Criteria

Check the basic academic qualifications related to the MAH MBA CET eligibility are listed below.

  • The candidates should complete their Bachelor's degree in any stream with at least 50% (45% for reserved category) in aggregate from any UGC/AIU (Association of Indian Universities) recognized university.
  • The final-year students may also apply provisionally for the MBA CET exam. However, they must submit proof of their education during the MBA CET counseling process.
  • MBA CET Eligibility criteria require candidates to be Indian nationals.
  • The MAH CET exam also requires a minimum age of 21 years and does not specify an upper age limit.
  • The candidates who intend to apply as NRIs/Foreign Nationals/Foreign Students/Persons of Indian Origin/Children of Indian workers in their Gulf countries must meet the basic education requirements for the MAH CET MBA 2025
  • If you have any score from CAT, XAT. MAT. CMAT. ATMA and GMAT, then you are eligible to apply for All India seats

Related Links

MAH MBA CET Admit Card

MBA CET important Dates

MAH MBA CET Application Form

CET MBA Syllabus

MAH CET MBA Eligibility Criteria for All India Candidature

The MAH MBA CET Eligibility for candidates claiming the All India Candidature MAH MBA/MMS CET 2025 is as follows.

  • Indian nationality is required.
  • The candidate should have passed a minimum three-year bachelor's degree awarded by a UGC or AIU-recognised university.
  • The candidate must have at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent in the qualifying degree course.

MAH CET MBA Eligibility Criteria for minority candidature

The candidates with Maharashtra State Domicile belonging to particular religious or linguistic communities from within the state are eligible for admission under the minority candidature in MAH-CET MBA 2025.

  • The candidates belonging to ST, SC, DT/VJ/NT/1/2/3, and OBC/ will be considered as a minority and will gain benefits.
  • The candidates will also have to submit proof like caste certificate, and validity of the caste certificate while filling out the application form.

MAH MBA CET Eligibility Criteria for J&K and Ladakh Migrants

To be eligible for UT of Ladakh and UT of Jammu & Kashmir migrant candidature in MAH MBA CET 2024, candidate must meet the following criteria.

  • Candidate should be the son/daughter of a citizen who was displaced from UT of J&K and UT of Ladakh to any part of India after 1990 due to terrorism.
  • Son/daughter of officers and personnel from UT of J&K and UT of Ladakh police.
  • Children of IAS, IFS, IPS officers or military and paramilitary personnel who have been transferred to UT of Ladakh or UT of J&K and have taken charge of their post on or before the last date of application.

MAH CET Reservation Policy

MBA CET provides special consideration for candidates belonging to backward classes for admission to MBA CET.

Category

Reservation

CIWGC

5%

OCI/ PIO/Foreign Students

10%

J&K and Ladakh Migrants

As per Govt policy

TFWS

Max 5%

MAH CET Centralized Admission Process Eligibility

The Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MAH CET) Centralized Admission Process (CAP) is a crucial procedure for candidates seeking admission to MBA/MMS courses in Maharashtra.

  • The candidate must be an Indian national.
  • There is no upper age limit for admission, the lower age limit is 21 years. Candidates appearing for the final year of the qualifying examination are also eligible to apply
  • The candidate must have a valid MAH CET score. For CAP rounds, admission is based on the MAH CET scores or scores of other recognized entrance exams like CAT, CMAT, GMAT, MAT, ATMA, XAT.
  • Educational Qualification: The same as MAH CET eligibility (Bachelor's degree with 50%/45% marks).

Domicile Requirements for Maharashtra State Candidates

Check the Domicile Requirements for the Maharashtra state candidates listed below.

  • Type A: Candidates who have passed SSC and HSC (or equivalent) examinations from Maharashtra.
  • Type B: Candidates who do not fall under Type A but whose father/mother is domiciled in Maharashtra and has a domicile certificate from the state.
  • Type C: Candidates whose father/mother is a central government or government of India undertaking employee and is posted in Maharashtra before the last date of submission of the application form for CAP.
  • Type D: Candidates whose father/mother is an employee of the Government of Maharashtra or its undertaking.
  • Type E: Candidates passing SSC and/or HSC Examination from a recognized institution located in a disputed Maharashtra-Karnataka Border Area and whose mother tongue is Marathi.

MAH CET Eligibility Criteria 2025 for MBA/MMS: Key Points

Before filling up the MAH CET 2025 application form, candidates must make a note of the following points regarding MAH CET eligibility criteria.

  • The aggregate marks is referred to as the grand total of marks obtained by the candidate in their subjects of Bachelor’s Degree.
  • In case the candidates are awarded marks in form of grades or CGPA, MAH MBA CET will consider the application after the conversion of grades/CGPA to percentage of marks. The formula/process of conversion would be based on the procedure certified by the institution from where they have obtained the Bachelor's Degree.
  • As per the MAH CET MBA eligibility criteria, the percentage of marks will be rounded off to two places after decimal.
  • Candidates seeking relaxation of mark in Bachelor’s Degree under Reserved category (SC, VJ/DT (NT (A)), NT (B), NT(C), NT (D), OBC SBC and SEBC categories), are required to should produce “Caste Validity Certificate” issued by Scrutiny Committee of Social Welfare Department.
  • Similarly, candidate belonging to ST category are required to submit “Tribe Validity Certificate” issued by Scrutiny Committee of Tribal Department and valid Non Creamy Layer certificate except SC, ST candidates. These documents are to be presented at the time of verification of documents, failing which the candidature will be cancelled.

Related News

Exam

31st January, 2025 , 1 min read

MAH MBA CET 2025 Registration Closes Today – Apply By 11:59 PM The MAH MBA CET 2025 last date to apply is today, January 31, 2025, 11:59 PM. MAH CET was initially scheduled to close on 25 January; the deadline had been extended further By - Anubhuti Read More >
Exam

05th August, 2024 , 2 min read

MAH CET MCA Counselling 2024 Provisional Merit List OUT: Check at cetcell.mahacet.org MAH MCA counselling 2024 provisional merit list out. Students can download the merit list pdf on the official website - cetcell.mahacet.org. The last date for students to submit grievances is August 6, 2024. Final merit list will be issued on August 8, 2024. By - Ranjan Read More >
Exam

16th May, 2024 , 1 min read

MAH MBA CET Result 2024 Out at cetcell.mahacet.org: Check How to Download Result The Maharashtra State CET Cell has announced the MAH MBA CET Result 2024 at the official website- cetcell.mahacet.org on May 15, 2024. Candidates can download the MAH MBA scorecard from the official website using their application number and password. By - Amrapali Bhowmik Read More >
More News

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an age limit for the MAH CET MBA 2025 exam?

Yes, candidates must be at least 21 years old to appear for the MAH CET MBA exam. There is no upper age limit for the exam.

Can candidates with scores from other entrance exams apply for MAH CET MBA CAP?

Yes, candidates with valid scores from CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, and GMAT can apply for All India seats through the MAH CET MBA CAP.

Can final-year students apply for MAH CET MBA 2025?

Yes, final-year students can apply provisionally. However, they must provide proof of their Bachelor’s degree completion during the counseling process.

Is there a separate eligibility criterion for CAP rounds in MAH CET MBA?

Yes, besides meeting the MAH CET eligibility, candidates must have a valid MAH CET score or other recognized exam scores. The CAP process is also based on domicile requirements and specific criteria for All India and Minority candidates.

Is work experience required to apply for the MAH CET MBA 2025?

No, work experience is not required to apply for MAH CET MBA. However, some participating institutes might consider it during the admission process.

What is the validity period of the MAH CET MBA score?

The MAH CET MBA score is valid for the specific admission cycle in which the exam was taken. For example, a score from MAH CET 2025 is valid only for admissions in the academic year 2025-2026.

Show More