The Maharashtra Common Entrance Test for BA LLB (MH CET BA LLB) is an entrance exam conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra for admission into the 5-year integrated BA LLB programs offered by various law colleges in Maharashtra. The exam tests the candidate’s proficiency in various subjects and their aptitude for a career in law.
2. Important Dates
Event
Date (Tentative)
Release of Notification
January 2025
Start of Online Application
February 2025
Last Date to Apply
March 2025
Release of Admit Card
April 2025
Exam Date
May 2025
Declaration of Results
June 2025
Start of Counselling
July 2025
3. Eligibility Criteria
Nationality: Indian nationals.
Age Limit: No upper age limit.
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board with a minimum of 45% marks (40% for SC/ST candidates).
4. Application Process
Registration: Candidates need to register on the official website of the State CET Cell, Maharashtra.
Filling Application Form: Enter personal, academic, and contact details.
Uploading Documents: Upload scanned images of photograph and signature.
Payment of Fee: Pay the application fee online through credit/debit card or net banking.
Submission: Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
5. Exam Pattern
Mode of Examination: Online (Computer-Based Test).
Duration: 2 hours.
Total Marks: 150.
Number of Questions: 150.
Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
Sections:
Legal Aptitude and Legal Reasoning: 40 questions
General Knowledge with Current Affairs: 30 questions
Logical and Analytical Reasoning: 40 questions
English: 30 questions
Mathematical Aptitude: 10 questions
6. Syllabus
Legal Aptitude and Legal Reasoning
Indian Constitution
Judiciary
Legal Terms
Legal Maxims
Important Acts and Amendments
General Knowledge with Current Affairs
National and International Events
Awards and Honors
Sports
Science and Technology
Books and Authors
Logical and Analytical Reasoning
Analogy
Blood Relations
Coding-Decoding
Series
Syllogism
English
Vocabulary
Grammar
Reading Comprehension
Synonyms and Antonyms
Idioms and Phrases
Mathematical Aptitude
Arithmetic
Algebra
Geometry
Mensuration
Data Interpretation
7. Participating Colleges
College Name
Location
Intake Capacity
Government Law College
Mumbai
240
ILS Law College
Pune
240
KC Law College
Mumbai
180
Rizvi Law College
Mumbai
120
Dr. Ambedkar College of Law
Mumbai
240
8. Seat Matrix
The seat matrix for the 5-year integrated BA LLB program varies across different colleges. The total number of seats available in the participating colleges is approximately 3,000.
College Name
General
OBC
SC
ST
VJ/NT
Total
GLC Mumbai
120
48
36
18
18
240
ILS Pune
120
48
36
18
18
240
KC Law College
90
36
27
13
14
180
Rizvi Law College
60
24
18
9
9
120
Ambedkar College
120
48
36
18
18
240
9. Cut-off Trends
Cut-offs for the MH CET BA LLB 5-year program vary each year based on several factors such as the number of applicants, difficulty level of the exam, and seat availability. Here is a tentative range based on previous years:
College Name
General Category
OBC
SC
ST
GLC Mumbai
110-120
100-110
90-100
80-90
ILS Pune
105-115
95-105
85-95
75-85
KC Law College
90-100
80-90
70-80
60-70
Rizvi Law College
85-95
75-85
65-75
55-65
Ambedkar College
90-100
80-90
70-80
60-70
10. Preparation Tips
Understand the Syllabus: Thoroughly understand the syllabus and exam pattern.
Create a Study Plan: Allocate time to each subject and stick to your schedule.
Practice Previous Papers: Solve previous years’ question papers and mock tests.
Focus on Weak Areas: Identify and improve on your weak areas.
Stay Updated: Regularly read newspapers and current affairs magazines.
11. Exam Day Guidelines
Admit Card: Carry a printed copy of the admit card.
Photo ID: Bring a valid photo ID proof.
Stationery: Carry necessary stationery items like pen, pencil, and eraser.
Reporting Time: Arrive at the exam center at least an hour before the scheduled time.
Prohibited Items: Do not carry any electronic devices, calculators, or any other prohibited items.
12. Results and Counselling
Results
The results will be declared on the official website of the State CET Cell, Maharashtra.
Candidates can check their results by logging in with their credentials.
The scorecard will include the candidate’s score and rank.
Counselling
Registration: Candidates need to register for the counselling process online.
Document Verification: Attend the document verification process at designated centers.
Choice Filling: Fill in your preferred colleges and courses.
Seat Allotment: Seats will be allotted based on merit and preferences.
Reporting: Report to the allotted college with the required documents.
