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MAH CET Logical Reasoning (LR) 2023: Syllabus, Important Topics, Books, Preparation Tips

MAH CET Logical Reasoning is one of the most important sections of MAH CET exam and carries maximum weightage. A total of 75 questions are asked in MAH CET Logical Reasoning section from topics like arrangement, blood relations, syllogisms, and coding-decoding.  

  • The overall difficulty level of MAH CET Logical Reasoning section is moderate to high. Based on past trends, around 50% of the questions can be expected from the topic of Arrangement (Linear, Square, Matrix, Circular) alone. Check MAH CET Exam Pattern 2023
  • MAH CET Logical Reasoning Section is designed to test the candidate's critical thinking and reasoning ability.
  • As per the marking scheme of MAH CET 2023 exam, 1 mark will be awarded for every correct answer and no mark will be deducted for the wrong answer.
  • Apart from Logical Reasoning, MAH CET Syllabus has 3 other sections: Quantitative Aptitude, Abstract Reasoning, and Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension.

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MAH CET LR Highlights

MAH CET Logical Reasoning Highlights

MAH CET Logical Reasoning 2023 is a difficult section to prepare and attempt as the questions are considered to be both lengthy and confusing. However, this section is also very scoring and requires a sound strategy and a good amount of practice to score well. Having a clear understanding of MAH CET Logical Reasoning Pattern is important before starting with preparations for MAH CET 2023 exam. Given below are all the essential details regarding MAH CET Logical Reasoning section:

MAH CET Logical Reasoning Pattern
Particulars  Details
Mode of MAH CET 2023 exam Online
Marks Allotted 75
Number of Questions 75
Type of Questions MCQs
Marks Awarded +1 for every right answer
Negative Marking No
Time Suggested 60 minutes
MAH CET 2023 Exam Duration 150 minutes
Medium English

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Logical Reasoning Syllabus

MAH CET 2023 Logical Reasoning Syllabus

MAH CET 2023 Logical Reasoning Syllabus is the first thing a candidate must go through to get an understanding of the exam and devise a preparation strategy accordingly.

  • MAH CET Syllabus for logical reasoning is designed to test the candidate for his logical analysis and critical thinking skills. 
  • When studying, candidates might notice that they take a longer time to solve certain types of questions.
  • Hence, they must prioritize such topics while preparing for MAH CET 2023 to improve speed and accuracy. Tabulated below is the detailed syllabus for MAH CET Logical Reasoning: 
MAH CET Logical Reasoning Syllabus
Linear and Circular Arrangement Venn Diagram
Symbol-based Comparison Series Completion
Coding/Decoding Syllogisms
Sequential Output Selection Criteria
Blood Relations Conditional Coding
Direction Sense Ranking
Puzzles Fact-inference-judgment
Statement-Argument Quantitative Reasoning

Weightage of Important Topics in MAH CET Logical Reasoning

Tabulated below are the important topics in MAH CET Logical Reasoning section along with the number of questions usually asked and the level of difficulty across topics:

Topic No. of Questions Level of Difficulty
Arrangements (Game Changer) 25-35 Questions Moderate-Difficult
Directions 5 Questions Moderate
Blood Relations 5 Questions Moderate
Critical Reasoning 15-20 Questions Moderate-Difficult
Syllogisms 5-8 Questions Moderate
Coding-Decoding 2-5 Questions Easy-Moderate
Data Sufficiency (Logical Reasoning based) 5-8 Questions Difficult
Coded Inequality 2-5 Questions Easy-Moderate
Series  2-5 Questions Easy-Moderate
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MAH CET Books for Logical Reasoning

Best Books for MAH CET Logical Reasoning

Candidates must choose good books for preparing for the logical reasoning section of MAH CET exam. Some of the best books recommended by experts and toppers alike are mentioned below:

Name of Book Publisher/Author
A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning  RS Agarwal
Analytical Reasoning M K Pandey
Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for CAT Nishit K Sinha
Trishna's Verbal Ability And Logical Reasoning For The CAT And Other MBA Examinations TIME Publisher: Pearson
How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT Arun Sharma
TIME Study Material 2020-2023 For CAT And MBA Exam TIME
MH-CET (MBA/ MMS) Entrance Guide (a must for NMAT & SNAP) Deepak Agarwal
50+ Solved Papers MBA Arihant Publications
Maharashtra MBA MH-CET 2023 Arihant Publications
MH-CET (MBA/ MMS) Entrance Guide Disha Publications

Previous Year Paper Analysis

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MAH CET Logical Reasoning Previous Years Analysis

Given below is the previous year analysis of MAH CET Logical Reasoning section for your reference:

Topics of questions Number of questions Difficulty level
Arrangements-Seating, Linear, Matrix, Square, etc. 28 Moderately difficult
Statement-conclusion, inference, cause-effect 7 Moderately difficult
Direction 5 Moderate
Family tree-blood relationship 5 Moderate
Syllogism 6 Moderately difficult
Critical reasoning 15 Moderate
Assumption 3 Moderate
Data sufficiency 4 Moderately difficult
Letter re-arrangements 2 Moderate

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Logical Reasoning Preparation

How to Prepare for MAH CET Logical Reasoning?

Here are some of the things you need to keep in mind while preparing for MAH CET 2023 Logical Reasoning - 

  • Practice daily, without fail. Make a schedule based on your preferences and stick to it. 
  • Find a Good book and refer to that book only. Do not refer to multiple sources as it might confuse you. 
  • Clear all the basics of MAH CET Logical Reasoning before moving on to solving the questions. 
  • Find shortcuts and simpler ways to solve certain kinds of problems like arrangements, syllogisms, etc.
  • When solving the logical reasoning questions, do not immediately look at the options. Think about the question and consider the answer before looking at the options. 
  • Read each question carefully. Practice active reading while preparing for the exam, and answer questions after reading the question very carefully. 
  • Practice the method of deduction. If you cannot find the right answer, or if you are short on time eliminate the obviously wrong answers and choose the answer based on logical conclusions. 
  • Use techniques of visualization to think of the answers while attempting the papers. 
  • ‘Solve plenty of MAH CET Sample Papers, Mock Tests, and Practise Questions. 
  • Join a good study group for maintaining motivation during the exam. Studying with your friends is the easiest and the most efficient way to learn. 

Common Mistakes To Avoid while Attempting MAH CET Logical Reasoning Questions

  • Rushing Through the Question Data: Do not rush through the data given in the questions. Read the information carefully and draw solve the puzzle. Then, go through each question based on that data set, analyze the demand of the question, and answer accordingly. Read the entire data carefully as missing out even a single point can lead to wrong conclusions
  • Spending More than the Required Time on One Question: Never spend more than 35-40 seconds on a question. If you are unable to understand and solve the question,  leave it and move to the other questions
  • Ignoring Important Terms: Candidates often read the data and while solving miss out on some important terms that make a huge difference in the meaning of the sentence. It is very important to pay attention to these important terms especially while solving Syllogisms:
All, some, none Unless, Not, Never, and Definitely
Only and Only If Negative Prefixes like un-, dis-, non-, etc.
  • Not Preparing Short Tricks for Questions on Blood Relations: Not going through the abbreviations and short tricks for questions on the topic of blood relations is can take away a lot of your valuable time in solving these questions.
  • Committing Silly Mistakes: At times while attempting questions in a hurry due to time constraints, candidates make some silly mistakes in assessing directions, numbers, and alphabets in questions. These should be avoided as accuracy is as important as the number of attempts and there is a negative marking for wrong answers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

MAH CET Logical Reasoning 2023 FAQs

Ques. Are there any sectional cut offs in MAH CET that one needs to clear along with the overall cut off?

Ans. No, MAH CET does not have any kind of sectional cut offs that are required to be met by the candidates. Marks in individual sections are irrelevant.

Ques. I have taken CAT. Is it necessary for me to appear for MAH CET?

Ans. Candidates who wish to participate in the Centralised Admission Process based on CAT/XAT/CMAT etc. are required to register for MAH CET and keep a printout of the application form.

Ques. How can I prepare for MAH CET 2023 exam in 30 days?

Ans. Preparing for an examination requires hardcore practice stretching over months. However, if you are left with a time span of 30 days, you can still be a pioneer. All you need to do is go through the previous year's question papers, practice mock tests regularly, and clear your basics.

Ques. What will be the medium of MAH CET 2023?

Ans. The medium for MAH CET 2023 will be in English only. As of now, the organizing committee has no plans of changing the medium of instructions for the MAH CET Exam. 

Ques. How important is MAH CET 2023 Logical Reasoning Section? 

Ans. The Logical Reasoning section of MAH CET is one of the most important sections of the paper as it has the highest weightage out of all the sections of the MAH CET examination. The Logical Reasoning section will have 75 questions worth 1 mark each. Each question can be solved anywhere between 1 minute to 3 minutes. If a candidate does well in this section of the MAH CET, it is highly possible that they will get into their desired management college as there are no sectional cut offs either.

Ques. What is the difficulty level of MAH CET Logical Reasoning section?

Ans. MAH CET Logical Reasoning section is mostly of moderate difficulty level and the questions can be a bit lengthy at times. You are advised to manage your time accordingly and do not waste more than 90 seconds on any question.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.

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