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Maharashtra CET Cell Updates on Revised MBA Seat Matrix; No 30% Women’s Quota
Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell provided an official response about Revised MAH MBA/MMS CAP 2026 Round 1 Seat Matrix. Due to the confusion, the CET Cell addressed an inquiry made during the admission process. The CET Cell was clear that 30% women’s reservation was never applicable to the Post Graduate Management programs (MBA and MMS).
This clarification was published after the aspirants saw changes between provisional seat matrices published for CAP Round 1. The aspirants posed questions on why women’s reservation was not published. According to CET Cell, the provisional seat matrix for CAP Round 1 was published to maintain the admission process aligned with the Government Resolution (GR) applicable to reservation policies for Post Graduate programs.
Why the Changes Made to the Seat Matrix?
Disputes and confusion started among the candidates after the CET Cell published the first and the subsequent versions of the seat matrices as part of the MBA/MMS admissions. Most of the candidates claimed that they submitted their option forms based on the earlier seat Matrix, which was presumed to contain 30% women’s reservation. Concerns related to the reservation policies and transparency in the admission process were raised, as the CET Cell had published the seat matrix with the presumption of women’s reservation.
In response to the above, the CET Cell stated that the first seat matrix was based on an incorrect assumption of reservations which are not exist in the applicable policy for Post Graduate Management Admissions.
Women’s Reservation and MBA/MMS
CET Cell officials report that the Government Resolution’s 30% reservation for women is applicable only to undergraduate studies and does not extend to postgraduate management courses like MBA and MMS. Officials clarify that last year’s MBA/MMS admission brochure stated that women’s reservation, Defense reservation, and orphan reservation would not apply to reservations for postgraduate admission.
For the 2026 brochure, a clarifying line was added after requests for the inclusion of Defense and orphan reservations. This removal confused the initial seat matrix.
Government Clarification Caused Changes
The CET Cell said that after concerns were expressed, the reservation policy of the Maharashtra state government was clarified.
The government stated that the 30% women’s reservation would not apply to postgraduate MBA/MMS admissions and that the CET Cell would create the seat matrix based on the law.
What Is the New Seat Matrix?
The new provisional seat matrix shows a breakdown of seats according to the law. The matrix shows seats for the following categories:
- Open
- Scheduled Caste (SC)
- Scheduled Tribe (ST)
- Other Backward Classes (OBC)
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD)
- Defence (where applicable)
Candidates can view the seat distribution for each institute and all the categories via the official MAH CET admission portal.
What Candidates Should Do Now
Candidates for MAH MBA/MMS CAP 2026 should only consider the updated official seat matrix and web options. Before finalizing preferences, candidates must do the following:
- Check the official, updated seat matrix by the CET.
- Review the most current admission brochures.
- Check and confirm eligibility by category.
- Only follow notifications from the CET Cell.
The outdated information on seats will negatively affect your admission and choice filling.
Importance of Official Notifications
The CET Cell has stated that if there are any inconsistencies, the Government Resolution will take precedence over the admission brochure. Therefore, the subsequent rounds of counselling and allotment of seats will only be based on the updated seat matrix and the reservation policy.
It is advised that candidates regularly check the official CET Cell portal for further information and updates.
Final Thoughts
The clarification of the Maharashtra CET Cell has given certainty to the attendees of the MAH MBA/MMS CAP 2026 counselling. While the revision may have initially caused confusion among candidates, the officials have stated that there is no applicability of the 30% reservation for women to admission for the programs of postgraduate management, in view of the existing Government Resolution. Candidates should refer to the updated seat matrix and official counselling notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Will women’s 30% reservation apply to MAH MBA/MMS admissions?
No, the Maharashtra CET Cell has clarified that the women’s 30% reservation will not apply to postgraduate MBA/MMS programs.
2. What was the reason for updating the MBA seat matrix?
The matrix was updated when the government clarified that the relevant government resolution does not offer women’s reservation in respect of postgraduate management programs.
3. Will the modified seat matrix be considered for CAP Round 1?
Yes. CAP Round 1 will be conducted based on the modified official seat matrix released by the CET Cell.
4. Where will candidates view the modified seat matrix?
The modified institute-wise seat matrix will be available on the official admission portal of Maharashtra CET Cell.
5. What reservation categories will the modified seat matrix include?
The modified seat matrix will incorporate Open, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD, and other applicable reservation categories as per government policy.
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