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MAH AAC CET 2024: Seat Allotment Round 1 (Out), Counselling, Cutoff, Selection Process

Updated on 24th September, 2024 by Shankha Ghosh

About MAH AAC CET 2024

MAH AAC CET 2024 - State Common Entrance Test Cell, Mumbai has announced the MAH AAC CET seat allotment 2024  round 1 on August 12 at cetcell.mahacet.org. Candidates who completed the MAH AAC CET counselling registration and web option entry are considered for seat allotment. The authorities are expected to release MAH AAC CET cutoff 2025 soon. Students who qualified the MAH AAC CET entrance exam can participate in the counselling process. 

The authority conducted the MAH AAC CET 2024 exam on in offline mode. State Common Entrance Test Cell, Mumbai conducts the MAH AAC CET 2024 entrance exam for admission to a number of courses such as Architecture, Design, Law, Nursing and many others. The conducting body released the MAH AAC CET 2024 exam application form on January 30, 2024. Candidates could register  for MAH AAC CET 2024 exam by clicking on the link provided in this article or by visiting the official website - mahaaccet2024.mahacet.org. The MAH AAC CET 2024 entrance test was conducted in various cities in Maharashtra.

The Maharashtra AAC CET exam was divided into two types - Practical and General knowledge examination paper. The practical examination is further severed into object drawing practical, design practical, and memory drawing practical examination. The MAH AAC CET exam duration varies depending upon the subject opted by the candidates. Candidates are advised to go through the entire article to learn more about the MAH AAC CET exam, exam pattern, application process, exam pattern, admit card, counselling process and many other important details.

Contact details - 

State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra State,

8th Floor, New Excelsior Building

A.K.Nayak Marg, Fort, Mumbai-400001. (M.S.)

E-Mail : mhtcet21.cetcell@gmail.com

Helpline Number (10:00 AM to 06:00 PM) : +91-8856860692, +91-8857834644

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MAH AAC CET 2024 Highlights

Full Exam Name
Maharashtra AAC Common Entrance Test
Short Exam Name
MAH AAC CET
Conducting Body
State Common Entrance Test Cell - Maharashtra State
Frequency Of Conduct
Once a year
Exam Level
State Level Exam
Languages
English
Mode Of Application
offline +1 more
Application Fee
Online : 1700
Mode Of Counselling
online
Participating Colleges
55

MAH AAC CET Important Dates

MAH AAC CET Maharashtra AAC Common Entrance Test (session 2024)

30 Jan' 2024 - 28 Mar' 2024 . Online
Application Date
Extended
30 Jan' 2024 - 28 Mar' 2024 . Online
Application Date
Fee payment (extended)
30 Jan' 2024 - 28 Mar' 2024 . Online
Others
Selection of CET centre for practical exam (extended)

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State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra is conducting the counselling of MAH AAC CET 2024 in online mode. During the counselling, the candidates will be allotted seats through a Centralized Allotment Process (CAP). Three rounds of counselling will be conducted by the authorities. The counselling process will consist of the following steps:

  • Registration: Firstly, the candidates will have to register through the official website. Personal, contact and category details have to be provided and a security question has to be selected and answered. Candidates will also have to create a password.

  • Qualifying Details: Next, the candidates will have to provide their 10th and 12th standard subject-wise and total scores. Details about MAH AAC CET exam also has to be entered.

  • Uploading of Scanned Images: Photograph and signature as per the specifications mentioned by the authorities have to be uploaded.

  • Payment of Counselling Fee: The candidates who did not register for MAH AAC CET will have to pay the counselling fee in online mode.   

  • Print out of Counselling Form: Candidates will have to print out the counselling form verification purpose.

  • Documents E-verification: The original documents have to be submitted for E-verification by the candidates in online mode for Application Form confirmation. (Online Scrutiny of Documents through CAP Agency).

  • Merit List: The names of the shortlisted candidates will be present in the merit list. Candidates can submit grievances in case of any issue. The final merit list will be published by the authorities after the grievance submission window is closed.

Candidates will be allotted seats according to their merit, preferences, category and availability of seats. The selected candidates will have to download their allotment letter and report to their nearest admission reporting centres to practise any of these options - freeze, float or slide. Finally, the candidates will have to report to their allotted institute to confirm their admission.

Educational Qualification - Candidate should have completed 10+2 examination in any discipline from a recognized university. Further, candidates must also have pursued English as one of the language subjects.

Minimum required marks - Candidates belonging to the general category of Maharashtra and all categories from other states are required to have passed their qualifying exam with a minimum of 45%, while the SC/ST candidates of Maharashtra must have completed their graduation with a minimum of 40% aggregate marks.

Age Limit - There is no age limit to appear in the MAH AAC CET examination.

The conducting body extended the registration for MAH AAC CET 2024 till March 28. Eligible candidates could pay the MAH AAC CET application fees till March 28, in online mode. Candidates had to enter valid personal email ID and phone number for registration. This email account and phone number are to be kept active at least till the end of the MAH AAC admission process. On successful registration, a provisional registration number and a unique password were generated which displays on the login screen. These credentials were not sent to the candidate via email and SMS. Candidates would provide correct personal, academic, and contact details. While filling the MAH AAC CET application form, candidates could always go back to rectify their mistakes, if any. Only after ensuring that all the information provided were correct, candidates could click the ‘Final Submit’ button. 

MAH AAC CET Application Fee: The application fee of MAH AAC CET 2024 can be paid in online mode for which the service charges, as per rules, shall be applicable in addition to the fee. The amount to be charged as the MAH AAC CET application fee is non-refundable in nature.

Documents Required at Exam MAH AAC CET 2024

Maharashtra AAC Common Entrance Test 2024

  • Admit card
  • Aadhar card
  • Pan card
  • Driving licence
  • Passport
  • Voter ID card

MAH AAC CET 2024 Exam Centers

StateCity
Maharashtra
Mumbai
Mumbai Suburban
Thane
Palghar
Raigad
Pune
Ahmednagar
Solapur
Satara
Sangli
Kolhapur
Ratnagiri
Sindhudurg
Jalgaon
Dhule
Nandurbar
Nashik
Aurangabad
Jalna
Beed
Osmanabad
Nanded
Parbhani
Latur
Hingoli
Buldhana
Akola
Washim
Amravati
Yavatmal
Wardha
Nagpur
Bhandara
Gondia
Chandrapur
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The exam pattern of MAH AAC CET 2024 is prescribed by State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra. It is essential for candidates to go through the exam pattern as it will help them to prepare well. The MAH AAC CET exam is conducted in online mode and consists of objective questions based on food production, food and beverage operation, English, rooms division and questions related to the hospitality industry. 

MAH AAC CET 2024 Exam Pattern - General Knowledge Test

Particulars

Details

Mode of the exam

Online

Language in which exam will be conducted

English

Total Number of questions that will be asked

40

Total marks

40

Duration of the exam

60 Minutes

Type of questions

Multiple Choice Questions

Marking scheme

There is no negative marking for any incorrect answer.

One mark will be awarded for every correct answer

MAH AAC CET 2024 Exam Pattern - Design Practical

Particulars

Details

Mode of the exam

Offline

Language in which exam will be conducted

English

Total Number of questions that will be asked

50

Total marks

50

Duration of the exam

90 Minutes

Marking scheme

There is no negative marking for any incorrect answer.

One mark will be awarded for every correct answer

MAH AAC CET Exam Pattern 2024 - Object Drawing Practical

Particulars

Details

Mode of the exam

Offline

Language in which exam will be conducted

English

Total Number of questions that will be asked

50

Total marks

50

Duration of the exam

60 Minutes

Marking scheme

There is no negative marking for any incorrect answer.

One mark will be awarded for every correct answer

MAH AAC CET 2024 Exam Pattern - Memory Drawing Practical

Particulars

Details

Mode of the exam

Offline

Language in which exam will be conducted

English

Total Number of questions that will be asked

50

Total marks

50

Duration of the exam

90 Minutes

Marking scheme

There is no negative marking for any incorrect answer.

One mark will be awarded for every correct answer

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MAH AAC CET 2024 Syllabus

MAH AAC CET 2024 Maharashtra AAC Common Entrance Test 2024

The State Common Entrance Test Cell of Maharashtra issued the MAH AAC CET 2024 admit card in online mode. Candidates had to download the same from the official website by entering the requisite details. It may be noted that the candidates who successfully filled the application form will be able to access their MAH AAC CET admit card 2024. One had to enter their registration ID/ roll number and password/ DOB in order to download the admit card for the MAH AAC CET exam. Candidates need to carry a printout of this admit card to the exam centre for identification purposes.

The MAH AAC CET 2024 result has been declared Those candidates who appeared in the MAH AAC CET exam can check their results by entering their credentials on the portal. The MAH AAC CET 2024 result was announced in online mode only. Candidates can download their MAH AAC CET scorecard 2024 by entering their details. The scorecard of MAH AAC CET 2024 is shared in the form of a merit list which makes it easy to access. The qualified candidates have to proceed with the counselling process for admission.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. When will the MAH AAC CET 2024 registration begin?

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra started the MAH AAC CET registration 2024 on January 30 in online mode, which was closed on March 28.

2. What can a candidate do in case they forget MAH AAC CET 2024 password?

Simply, click on forgot password. Enter your Registration number, email ID as well as mobile number. You will receive confirmation about ID & Password. Simply re-login using the same.

3. How would a candidate know that their MAH AAC CET application 2024 has been accepted?

Once the candidates click on the submit button, they would be able to see the "Registration Number." and "Password". This is the indication of a successful registration.

4. When is the last date to apply for MAH AAC CET 2024?

Candidates could submit the MAH AAC CET 2024 application form till March 28.

5. When will MAH AAC CET exam 2024 be conducted?

The exam for the practical and General Knowledge Test of MAH AAC CET 2024 was held on May 12, 2024.

6. How will the examination of MAH AAC CET 2024 be conducted?

The eligibility criteria of MAH AAC CET differs as per the programme selected by the candidates. However, all candidates are required to have Indian nationality and the minimum eligibility academic qualifications (10+2).

7. Where can I fill the MAH AAC CET 2024 application form?

The application form of MAH AAC CET 2024 could be filled and submitted by clicking on the link provided in this article or by visiting the official website -cetcell.mahacet.org.

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Hello Hrishikesh,

Yes, scoring 150+ in MHT CET 2025 is possible if you start preparing from November, even from scratch. Here's how you can plan effectively:

  1. Understand the Syllabus : Focus on the MHT CET syllabus, which aligns with the Maharashtra State Board for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (or Biology for PCB). Prioritize high-weightage chapters.|

  2. Daily Study Schedule : Dedicate at least 6-8 hours daily, dividing time equally among subjects. Allocate time for theory, problem-solving, and revision.

  3. Focus on Concepts : Build a strong foundation in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Use NCERT textbooks and additional reference books like HC Verma for Physics and RD Sharma for Mathematics.

  4. Regular Practice : Practice solving previous years' MHT CET papers and mock tests to improve speed and accuracy.

  5. Time Management : Learn to balance speed with accuracy since MHT CET is a speed-based exam with no negative marking.

  6. Seek Guidance : Enroll in online/offline coaching or watch free lectures if needed. Platforms like Unacademy, Vedantu, or YouTube offer helpful resources.

With consistent effort and regular practice, achieving a 150+ score is achievable even with a late start.


For more details, you can check out an article by Careers360 whose link is given below:

Link: https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/mht-cet-preparation-tips-important-topics-books


I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.


Hello Omkar,

Yes, it is important that the name on the Aadhaar card and the 10th marksheet match for applying to the MHT CET (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test). Here are the key points to consider:

  1. Verification of Identity : The exam authorities require consistent personal details for verifying the identity of applicants.
  2. Avoiding Discrepancies : Mismatched names between the Aadhaar card and the 10th marksheet may lead to complications or rejections during the application or document verification process.
  3. Application Integrity : Accurate documentation ensures a seamless registration and admission process.
  4. Mandatory Document Check : The Aadhaar card and the 10th marksheet are primary documents used for verifying identity, age, and eligibility.
  5. Correction Requirement : If there is a mismatch, corrections should be made in one of the documents prior to applying to avoid delays or disqualification.

Ensuring name consistency helps prevent issues during the exam and admission procedures.

To know more, visit : https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/mht-cet-eligibility-criteria

Hope it helps !

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there are a lot of resources on YouTube and other websites that can be referred to for preparing the exams.


Preparation Tips and Resources for MHT-CET


Study Plan:


Know the Syllabus: Understand the entire syllabus with focus on all important topics and their weightage.

Plan your Study: Prepare a systematic study plan and give adequate time to each subject.

NCERT Textbooks : Should be followed to have a proper understanding of Physics Chemistry and Mathematics.

Practice Regularly : Shall solve various practice questions and also the previous years' papers to develop good problem-solving skills, coupled with time management.

Join a Reputed Coaching Institute (Optional): If you want to get structured guidance, one may attend a coaching institute of one's choice specializing in MHT-CET.

Online Resources: Use YouTube, Khan Academy, and other educational websites to supplement your learning as well as for video lectures.


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The following is the list of some of the top engineering colleges in Maharashtra .


IIT Bombay

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IIIT Hyderabad

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COEP Pune

PICT Pune

MIT Pune

DY Patil College of Engineering, Pune

KJ Somaiya College of Engineering, Mumbai

Practice Well:

Stick to a regular study time and should keep consistent throughout.

Time management: Implement time management skills to solve the maximum number of questions in the given time.

Revision: Revise the concepts with an effort to bring a much stronger understanding of the concepts.

Believe in yourself: Always believe in yourself and keep smiling.

With these tips and by using material properly, you shall be better prepared for MHT-CET and increase your chances to get admitted into the top engineering college in Maharashtra.

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To get admission to Mumbai University, you need to register online by filling appropriate details and admission is based on merit.

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To be eligible for mht CET you should have 50 percent in combined of all subjects that you have in your class 12th standard.


if you have less than 50 percent you will definitely not going to give examination only students allowed For reserved category with 40 percent.

If you want to repeat 12th you can but it will take your precious years so think before doing that it must contribute to your future goals.

Other thing is if you want to do job in future you can do it by scoring good in your graduation.i suggest you to pass your b.a exam with good marks more than 50 percent that makes you eligible for the most of the masters courses in future in good universities.

Its not necessary to change your past mistakes rather than learn from your mistakes.

Good luck ..

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