MAH BCA CET 2026 Dates Announced: Major Updates & New Changes Out

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has officially released the MAH BCA CET 2026 examination dates along with significant structural updates for the undergraduate admission cycle. The authority confirmed that the test will now act as a common entrance route for multiple management and computer application programmes. This update marks one of the most notable reforms for the upcoming academic year. According to the announcement, the entrance examination for the BCA stream and other related courses will be conducted between April twenty-eight and April thirty, twenty twenty-six. The introduction of a unified CET structure is aimed at streamlining the selection process for professional undergraduate programmes across Maharashtra.

MAH BCA CET 2026 to Cover Multiple UG Programmes

The CET Cell has merged the admission route for several undergraduate courses through a single exam. The test will now be applicable for the following programmes:

• BHMCT – Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology
• BCA – Bachelor of Computer Applications
• BBA – Bachelor of Business Administration
• BMS – Bachelor of Management Studies
• BBM – Bachelor of Business Management

This consolidated structure is expected to benefit students by reducing the number of separate entrance tests and ensuring uniform evaluation standards.

MAH BCA CET 2026 Exam Pattern and Mode

The CET Cell has released the paper pattern, duration, and question distribution for the newly introduced entrance test. Key highlights include:

• The exam will be conducted in computer-based mode.
• The duration of the test will be ninety minutes.
• The paper will have one hundred multiple-choice questions.
• The question paper will include:
  • Reasoning (verbal and arithmetic)
  • English language proficiency
  • General awareness covering:
    • Indian culture and heritage
    • National and international current affairs
    • Trade and commerce
    • Sports updates
    • Scientific inventions
    • Basic computer knowledge

The structure aims to test analytical ability, communication skills, and fundamental awareness essential for management and IT-related programmes.

MAH BCA CET 2026 Exam Schedule

The CET Cell has shared the complete three-day schedule for the test. The exam window is as follows:

• April twenty-eight, twenty twenty-six
• April twenty-nine, twenty twenty-six
• April thirty, twenty twenty-six

The detailed timing and session allotment are expected to be shared closer to the exam along with the registration schedule. With the revised exam format and consolidated admission route, the MAH BCA CET 2026 is set to bring a more structured approach to undergraduate admissions across Maharashtra. Students are advised to track official updates for registration dates, eligibility criteria, and syllabus documents.

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