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May 2, 2026
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MHCET MBA 2026 Answer Key Out: Check Phase 1 Response Sheet Link & Objection Window

The MHCET MBA 2026 Answer Key for Phase 1 (April 6-8) is out. Download your MAH MBA CET response sheet PDF, check the official link, and raise objections by May 4, 2026.

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has officially released the MHCET MBA 2026 Answer Key and Candidate Response Sheets for the Phase 1 exams conducted on April 6, 7, and 8, 2026. Aspirants can now login to the official portal to check their correct answers and calculate their raw scores.

The release of the answer key is a crucial step before the MAH MBA CET 2026 Phase 2 exam, which is scheduled for May 9, 2026.

MHCET MBA 2026 Answer Key: Important Dates

The CET Cell has provided a very short window for candidates to review their responses and raise objections if they find any discrepancies in the official answer key.

EventDate
MHCET MBA Phase 1 ExamApril 6, 7, 8, 2026
Answer Key Release DateMay 2, 2026
Objection Filing WindowMay 2 to May 4, 2026
MHCET MBA Phase 2 ExamMay 9, 2026
Final Result DeclarationJune 2026 (Expected)

How to Download MHCET MBA 2026 Response Sheet?

Follow these steps to access your individual response sheet and official answer key:

  1. Visit the official website: cetcell.mahacet.org.
  2. Navigate to the 'Candidate Registration A.Y. 2026-27' or the dedicated 'MAH-MBA/MMS-CET 2026' portal.
  3. Login using your Registered Email ID and Password.
  4. Once logged in, look for the 'Objection Tracking' or 'Response Sheet' link.
  5. Click on 'Question Paper & Response' to download the PDF.

How to Raise Objections? (Fee & Process)

If you believe a question or its official answer is incorrect, you can challenge it through the portal.

  • Objection Fee: ₹1,000 per question.
  • Refund Policy: The fee is generally non-refundable, even if the objection is found valid.
  • Deadline: May 4, 2026 (upto 5:00 PM).
  • Documentation: You must provide a valid reference or justification (from standard textbooks) to support your claim.

What is a Safe Score for JBIMS? (Marks vs Percentile)

Since MHCET 2026 Phase 1 was reported to be of moderate difficulty, the cutoffs for top-tier institutes like JBIMS and SIMSREE are expected to remain high.

InstituteExpected PercentileSafe Score (Raw)
JBIMS, Mumbai99.99+158+
SIMSREE, Mumbai99.95+148+
PUMBA, Pune99.60+138+
Welingkar, Mumbai99.40+132+
COEP, Pune99.20+128+

👉 Check Now: MHCET MBA 2026 Marks vs Percentile Calculator


MHCET MBA 2026 Phase 2 Aspirants: What to Learn?

If you are appearing for Phase 2 on May 9, analyzing the Phase 1 answer key is vital. It gives you a clear idea of:

  • The exact difficulty level of Logical Reasoning and Abstract Reasoning.
  • The types of Quant questions being prioritized by the CET Cell this year.
  • Potential "ambiguous" questions that might recur.

Download our curated analysis PDF: 👉 Get Phase 1 Paper Analysis & Important Topics for Phase 2


Need Help with Admission?

If your raw score is looking low (below 100), don't lose hope. There are several high-ROI colleges in Pune and Mumbai that accept CMAT, ATMA, or offer Management Quota seats.

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