The MAH MBA CET 2026 seat matrix lists approximately 45,000+ MBA and MMS seats across 350+ institutes in Maharashtra, with institute-wise and category-wise breakdowns for the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) 2026-27.
CET Cell Maharashtra publishes the seat matrix ahead of each CAP round, giving students a detailed view of available seats by institute, programme type, and category. The matrix covers government, government-aided, and private unaided institutes across Mumbai, Pune, Nashik, Nagpur, Aurangabad, and other regions. Students who scored in MAH MBA CET 2026 or hold a valid CMAT, CAT, XAT, GMAT, ATMA, or MAT score can use this matrix when filling preferences for CAP Round 1.
- Total seats: Approximately 45,000+ MBA and MMS seats across 350+ institutes in Maharashtra.
- State quota: 85% of seats are filled through CAP rounds; the remaining 15% are Institute Level (IL) seats.
- Category breakdown: 50% Open seats, 19% OBC, 13% SC, 7% ST, plus NT sub-categories and EWS horizontal reservation.
- Top institute: JBIMS Mumbai offers 120 MMS seats — the most competitive in the state.
- Official source: CET Cell Maharashtra at cetcell.mahacet.org.
| Direct Link — MAH MBA CET 2026 Seat Matrix (CAP 2026-27) (OUT) — cetcell.mahacet.org |
MAH MBA CET 2026 Seat Matrix Overview
CET Cell Maharashtra releases the seat matrix as the first official document of the CAP 2026-27 cycle. It lists every institute approved by the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) for MBA and MMS admissions, along with seat counts by category and quota type. Students must use this matrix when filling the preference list during CAP Round 1 registration to ensure they apply to institutes with vacant seats in their category.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Participating Institutes | 350+ (Government, Government-Aided, Private Unaided) |
| Total Seats (Approximate) | 45,000+ |
| Programme Types | MBA, MMS (Master of Management Studies) |
| Seat Distribution | State Quota (85%) and Institute Level (15%) |
| Scores Accepted | MAH MBA CET, CMAT, CAT, GMAT, XAT, ATMA, MAT |
| CAP Rounds | 3 rounds (CAP Round 1, Round 2, Round 3) |
| Conducting Authority | CET Cell Maharashtra |
| Official Website | cetcell.mahacet.org |
Institute-Wise MBA and MMS Seat Matrix 2026
The table below lists key institutes participating in MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP with their programme type and approximate seat intake. Figures are based on 2025 data and are expected to remain similar for 2026-27; verify final numbers on cetcell.mahacet.org before filling the CAP Round 1 preference form.
| Institute | City | Programme | Approx. Intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS) | Mumbai | MMS | 120 |
| Sydenham Institute of Management Studies, Research and Entrepreneurship Education (SIMSREE) | Mumbai | MMS | 120 |
| Department of Management Sciences (PUMBA), Savitribai Phule Pune University | Pune | MBA | 180 |
| K.J. Somaiya Institute of Management Studies and Research | Mumbai | MBA | 240 |
| Prin. L.N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research | Mumbai | MBA | 240 |
| Chetana’s Institute of Management and Research | Mumbai | MBA | 120 |
| MET Institute of Management | Mumbai | MBA | 120 |
| Lala Lajpatrai Institute of Management | Mumbai | MBA | 120 |
| Rizvi Institute of Management Studies and Research | Mumbai | MBA | 120 |
| MIT School of Management (MIT-SOM) | Pune | MBA | 240 |
| Indira Institute of Management (IIMM) | Pune | MBA | 120 |
| Bharati Vidyapeeth’s Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship Development | Pune | MBA | 120 |
| Institute of Management Technology (IMT) Nagpur | Nagpur | PGDM/MBA | 180 |
| Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Department of Management Sciences | Aurangabad | MBA | 60 |
| Nagpur University Institute of Management | Nagpur | MBA | 60 |
The full list of 350+ participating institutes is available in the CAP 2026-27 Information Brochure published on cetcell.mahacet.org.
Category-Wise Seat Distribution in MAH MBA CET 2026
Maharashtra’s state reservation policy governs category-wise seat allocation across all MBA and MMS institutes. 50% of seats in every institute are Open category seats, and the remaining 50% are reserved for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, OBC, and other backward class groups.
| Category | Reservation (%) | Key Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Open (General) | 50% | Maharashtra domicile; open to all |
| OBC (Other Backward Class) | 19% | Non-creamy layer certificate from Maharashtra |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 13% | Caste certificate from Maharashtra |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 7% | Tribe certificate from Maharashtra |
| VJ/DT (NT-A — Vimukta Jati and Denotified Tribes) | 3% | Certificate from Maharashtra competent authority |
| NT-B (Nomadic Tribes-B) | 2.5% | Certificate from Maharashtra competent authority |
| NT-C (Nomadic Tribes-C) | 3.5% | Certificate from Maharashtra competent authority |
| NT-D (Nomadic Tribes-D) | 2% | Certificate from Maharashtra competent authority |
| SBC (Special Backward Class) | 2% | SBC certificate from Maharashtra |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 10% horizontal (within Open) | Annual family income below Rs 8 lakh; EWS certificate required |
| PwD (Persons with Disability) | 5% horizontal (across all categories) | Disability certificate with minimum 40% disability |
Category reservations apply only to Maharashtra domicile students. Students from other states compete exclusively under the All India (AI) quota in Open merit. Reserved category students must hold a valid certificate issued by a Maharashtra authority to claim category seats.
State Quota vs Institute Level Seats in MAH MBA CET 2026
Each institute’s total intake in the MAH MBA CET 2026 seat matrix is split between CAP-filled state quota seats and Institute Level (IL) seats filled directly by the institute. Knowing this split helps you identify which seats to pursue through the CAP preference form.
| Quota Type | Share of Total Intake | How It Is Filled |
|---|---|---|
| State Quota (CAP Seats) | 85% | CET Cell CAP rounds — online seat allotment based on merit and preferences |
| Institute Level (IL) Seats | 15% | Each institute runs its own process (GD-PI, direct admission) |
| All India (AI) Quota | 15% (in Government and Aided institutes) | Part of CAP; open to students from any Indian state |
| NRI / OCI / PIO Quota | 5% (supernumerary) | Managed directly by institutes; not part of CAP rounds |
| Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) Scheme | 5% (horizontal) | Part of CAP; for students with annual family income below Rs 8 lakh |
Students should add only CAP-quota institutes to their preference list during CAP Round 1. For Institute Level seats, contact the institute directly after the CAP process ends.
How to Check the MAH MBA CET 2026 Seat Matrix
Follow these steps to access the official seat matrix on the CET Cell portal:
- Visit the official CET Cell Maharashtra website: cetcell.mahacet.org.
- Click on the CAP 2026-27 (MBA/MMS) link on the homepage dashboard.
- On the CAP portal, navigate to the Seat Matrix or Information Brochure section.
- Select the programme type — MBA or MMS.
- Use the filter options to sort by district, university affiliation, or institute type (government, aided, unaided).
- Download the seat matrix PDF or Excel file and check each institute’s intake by category and quota type.
- Note the institute code and seat count for your preferred categories before filling the CAP Round 1 preference form.
The seat matrix is published once before CAP Round 1 and updated before subsequent rounds to reflect vacancies from surrendered or unreported seats. Students who are allotted a seat but do not report for admission release those seats for later rounds.
MAH MBA CET 2026 Seat Matrix FAQs
Ques. How many seats are available through MAH MBA CET 2026?
Ans. Based on 2025 trends, approximately 45,000+ MBA and MMS seats are expected across 350+ institutes in Maharashtra under CAP 2026-27. The confirmed figure will be published in the official seat matrix on cetcell.mahacet.org once released.
Ques. What is the difference between MBA and MMS seats in the MAH MBA CET seat matrix?
Ans. MMS (Master of Management Studies) is offered by university departments and affiliated colleges, while MBA is offered by autonomous or private unaided institutes. Both are two-year full-time management programmes filled through the MAH MBA CET CAP process. JBIMS and SIMSREE in Mumbai are the most sought-after MMS institutes.
Ques. What percentage of MAH MBA CET 2026 seats are reserved for OBC and SC students?
Ans. OBC students are entitled to 19% reservation and SC students to 13% reservation in each participating institute. These reservations apply only to Maharashtra domicile students holding valid non-creamy layer (OBC) or caste (SC) certificates issued by Maharashtra authorities.
Ques. Can students from other states apply through MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP?
Ans. Yes. Students from outside Maharashtra can apply for All India (AI) quota seats available in government and government-aided institutes. They are not eligible for state-level category reservations and compete only under the Open merit list for AI quota seats.
Ques. When will the MAH MBA CET 2026 seat matrix be released?
Ans. The seat matrix is typically published alongside the CAP Round 1 schedule, usually in July or August of the admission year. Students should monitor cetcell.mahacet.org for the official release as part of the CAP 2026-27 schedule.
Ques. What are Institute Level (IL) seats in MAH MBA CET?
Ans. Institute Level seats account for 15% of each institute’s total intake and are not filled through CET Cell CAP rounds. Each institute runs its own selection process, which may include GD-PI, for IL seats. Students interested in IL seats must contact the respective institute directly after the CAP process ends.
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