This year marks a major shift in MBACET 2026 preparation — for the first time ever, the MAHMBACET 2026 exam will be conducted twice in the same admission cycle. This gives aspirants two opportunities to score their best, reduce stress, and enter top MBA/MMS colleges like JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA, Welingkar and more.
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1.What Changed in MBACET 2026?
Starting in 2026, Maharashtra’s CET system has been remodelled to follow a two-attempt structure similar to national tests like JEE Main:
Two exam sessions (April & May 2026)
Candidates can appear in one or both
Best score will be used for admissions & CAP rounds.
This is a game-changer for preparation — aspirants no longer have just one shot in a highpressure environment. Now there’s a chance to learn from the first attempt and perform better in the second.
2.MBACET 2026: Key Dates
(Tentative — confirm with official CET Cell notifications)
Attempt 1: April 6, 7 and 8, 2026
Attempt 2: May 9, 2026
Maharashtra State CET Cell has started application process from January 5, 2026.
3. Why Two Attempts Matter
Here’s how this change impacts aspirants:
1. Best Score Counts
If you take both attempts, only the higher score gets considered for admission.
2. Second Chance to Improve
If the first attempt doesn’t go as planned (stress, technical hiccups, underperformance), the second attempt lets you fix mistakes and improve without losing a year.
3. Better Preparation Rhythm
You can treat the first attempt like a full-length mock test, analyse your weaknesses, and then focus solely on improvements before the second attempt.
4.How to Prepare for Both Attempts — Step-by-Step Strategy
Before Attempt 1 — Build Core Strength
Complete the MBACET syllabus early
Focus on fundamentals in all sections
Start giving timed sectional tests
Create revision notes and formula sheets
Goal: Enter the first attempt fully prepared and confident.
After Attempt 1 — Analyse & Improve
Right after your first exam:
- Detailed analysis: Where did you lose marks? (e.g., Abstract Reasoning, VARC, Quant?)
- Track time patterns: What slowed you down — speed or accuracy?
- Target weak areas: Design a second-attempt focused revision plan.
Treat attempt 1 as real exam practice. The insights you get here will significantly sharpen your second attempt strategy.
Before Attempt 2 — Targeted Revision
Fix the specific gaps identified in attempt 1
Practice targeted quizzes & timed mocks
Improve accuracy in your weak sections Schedule daily revision slots
This approach ensures your second attempt isn’t just another shot — it’s a smarter, datadriven performance boost.
5.Section-Wise Tips For Two-Attempt Strategy
Quantitative Aptitude
- Focus on high-yield topics first
- Speed drills and shortcut techniques
- Mistake log for recurrent errors
Logical & Abstract Reasoning
- Most questions = speed + logic
- Do daily puzzles after every mock
VARC
- Reading comprehension practice daily
- Vocab + grammar revision
Pro Tip: Don’t start new topics after attempt 1. Strengthen what you’ve studied.
6. Mindset Tips for Two Attempts
Stay calm after the first exam — one low score is not the end
Analyse, don’t overthink
Use the break between attempts strategically
Sleep and health matter more when you’re re-attempting
Final Thoughts
The introduction of two MBACET attempts in 2026 is one of the biggest reforms in the exam’s history — it empowers you to plan well, improve faster, and reduce anxiety. But success requires smart strategy, disciplined revision, and effective analysis after each attempt.
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