Comprehensive Syllabus Breakdown For MAH MBA CET 2026
MAH MBA CET 2026 tests candidates across five key areas: Logical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, Verbal Ability, and General Awareness. The paper assesses management aptitude through a mix of analytical, visual, and data-based problems.
Logical Reasoning (40–50 marks)
- Direction sense, blood relations, puzzles, seating arrangements
- Coding-decoding, number series, letter series, mixed series
- Analogy, classification, assumptions, conclusions, cause-effect, logical deductions
- Visual reasoning: pattern completion, mirror images, paper folding/cutting
Abstract Reasoning (40–50 marks)
- Pattern recognition: geometric, sequential, matrix-based
- Spatial reasoning: rotation, reflection, 3D visualization
- Figure analysis, visual puzzles, symbol-based logic
Quantitative Aptitude (40–50 marks)
- Arithmetic: percentages, profit/loss, interest, ratio, time-work, averages
- Algebra: equations, inequalities, logarithms, progressions
- Geometry: triangles, circles, mensuration, coordinate geometry
- Data interpretation: tables, graphs, data sufficiency
- Probability, permutations, set theory
Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (40–50 marks)
- Reading comprehension, tone, inference, context-based vocabulary
- Synonyms, antonyms, grammar, error spotting
- Para jumbles, sentence completion, verbal logic
General Awareness (40–50 marks)
- Current affairs (national, international, business, economy)
- Static GK: polity, geography, sports, books, awards
- Business knowledge: companies, mergers, markets
- Maharashtra-specific events and governance
Topic-wise Weightage Table
| Section | Topics | Weightage | Difficulty |
| Logical Reasoning | Analytical & Critical | 25% | Moderate–High |
| Abstract Reasoning | Pattern Recognition | 25% | Moderate |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Arithmetic & DI | 25% | Moderate–High |
| Verbal Ability | RC & Vocabulary | 15% | Moderate |
| General Awareness | GK & Current Affairs | 10% | Easy–Moderate |
Preparation Material
Recommended Books
- RS Aggarwal (Logical & Quantitative)
- Norman Lewis – Word Power Made Easy
- Wren & Martin – English Grammar
- Manorama Yearbook (GA)
Online Resources
- Official CET Cell mocks and PDFs
- Previous year question papers
- Monthly GK capsules, business portals
Key Syllabus Updates
- Focus on DI and analytical logic increased
- Current affairs questions are more business-focused
- Complex visual patterns in reasoning
- More application-oriented problems