The MHT CET 2026 Provisional Merit List has been released today on cetcell.mahacet.org. The State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell), Maharashtra, conducted MHT CET 2026 across two sessions — Session 1 in April 2026 and Session 2 in May 2026 — for admissions to B.E., B.Tech, B.Pharm, and allied programmes across Maharashtra. With the CAP (Centralised Admission Process) now underway, students must track the counselling schedule closely as the Final Merit List is expected on July 20, 2026.

  • MHT CET 2026 Exam Conducted: Two sessions — Session 1 (April 11–26) and Session 2 (May 10–16, 2026) — covering PCM and PCB groups.
  • Results Declared: PCB results released June 8 & June 17; PCM results released June 12 & June 19, 2026.
  • Provisional Merit List Out: Released July 15, 2026 (today) — students can check their provisional CAP rank on cetcell.mahacet.org.
  • Grievance Window: July 16–18, 2026 — students may submit objections to the provisional merit list during this period.
  • Final Merit List: Expected July 20, 2026 — CAP Round 1 choice-filling to follow immediately after.
  • CAP Registration (Extended): Last date July 16, 2026; document verification closes July 17, 2026 — act now if not yet registered.
  • Domicile Requirement: MHT CET admission is restricted to Maharashtra domicile holders; students from other states are not eligible unless they hold a valid Maharashtra domicile certificate.

For all the current updates, you should regularly visit the official website cetcell.mahacet.org for official information regarding final dates, CAP schedule, and seat allotment notices.

Key Summary

In this Article, we have discussed about MHT CET 2026 Exam Dates, Session-wise and Group-wise Exam Schedule, CAP Counselling Timeline, and Previous Year Date Trends.

  • MHT CET 2026 was conducted in two sessions for the first time: Session 1 in April and Session 2 in May 2026, with merit determined by the best of the two attempts.
  • Registration was open from January 10 to February 12, 2026; the CAP registration window (extended) closes July 16, 2026.
  • Admit cards for Session 1 PCM were released April 7, 2026; for Session 2, on May 6, 2026 — both available on the CET Cell portal.
  • All four result phases were declared between June 8–19, 2026; the Provisional CAP Merit List was released on July 15, 2026.
  • The Final Merit List is due July 20, 2026, after which CAP Round 1 seat allotment begins — expected in late July 2026.

MHT CET 2026 Exam Dates: From Registration to Result

MHT CET 2026 was conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, for admissions to first-year undergraduate seats in Engineering (B.E./B.Tech), Pharmacy (B.Pharm/Pharm.D), Agriculture (B.Sc Agri/B.Tech Agri), and related courses for the academic year 2026–27. The exam broke new ground by adopting a two-session format — Session 1 in April and Session 2 in May — giving students a second opportunity to improve their percentile score. Both sessions have now concluded, results are declared across all four phase-wise declarations, and the Provisional CAP Merit List was released today (July 15, 2026). Students must now focus on the grievance window and the approaching CAP counselling rounds.

Note: MHT CET 2026 admission is open only to Maharashtra domicile holders and students who completed Class 12 from a Maharashtra State Board school or equivalent. Students from outside Maharashtra are not eligible unless they hold a valid domicile certificate issued by the competent authority.

Check MHT CET Exam Dates 2026

Event Updated Date / Timeline Data Insight
Provisional CAP Merit List Release July 15, 2026 Released today — students can log in to cetcell.mahacet.org to check their provisional CAP rank
CAP Registration Last Date (Extended) July 16, 2026 (5:00 PM) Originally July 12; extended by CET Cell notice — final opportunity for unregistered students to apply for CAP
Document Verification Last Date (Extended) July 17, 2026 Extended from July 13; physical or online verification at designated facilitation centres is mandatory for CAP eligibility
Grievance Window (Provisional Merit List) July 16–18, 2026 Students may raise objections against their provisional rank, category, or marks — objections after July 18 will not be accepted
Final Merit List Release July 20, 2026 Published after grievance resolution; this rank determines seat allotment priority across all CAP rounds
CAP Round 1 – Choice Filling & Seat Allotment Late July 2026 (Expected) Students fill institute and branch preferences online; allotment based on merit rank and preferences submitted
CAP Round 2 August 2026 (Expected) Vacant seats from Round 1 re-allotted; students who rejected Round 1 seat may also participate
CAP Round 3 August 2026 (Expected) Final regular CAP round; seat acceptance at this stage typically blocks higher-preference upgrade options
CAP Round 4 / Institute-Level Admissions August–September 2026 (Expected) Remaining vacant seats filled through institute-level process; students apply directly to participating colleges
Official Notification / Information Brochure November 2025 CET Cell released the MHT CET 2026 brochure announcing the two-session format for the first time in the exam’s history
MHT CET 2026 Registration Opens January 10, 2026 Online registration via cetcell.mahacet.org; separate applications for PCM and PCB groups
MHT CET 2026 Registration Closes February 12, 2026 Registration for both sessions closed on this date; late applications were not accepted
Admit Card – Session 1 PCM April 7, 2026 Released 4 days before Session 1 PCM exam; downloadable only from the CET Cell portal — no postal dispatch
MHT CET Session 1 PCM Exam April 11–20, 2026 Computer-based test; conducted in two daily shifts (9 AM–12 PM and 2 PM–5 PM); 100 questions per paper
MHT CET Session 1 PCB Exam April 21–26, 2026 PCB (Biology) group exam for pharmacy and agriculture admissions; same shift structure as PCM
Admit Card – Session 2 PCB & PCM May 6, 2026 Released approximately 4–6 days before Session 2 exams; same portal-download process
MHT CET Session 2 PCB Exam May 10–11, 2026 Second attempt for PCB group; only the higher of the two session percentiles is used in CAP merit
MHT CET Session 2 PCM Exam May 12–16, 2026 Second attempt for PCM group; over 2 lakh students appeared across both sessions combined
Answer Key – Session 1 PCM (Provisional) May 20, 2026 Objection window open till May 22, 2026; fee ₹1,000 per question, refunded if objection upheld
Answer Key – Session 2 PCM (Provisional) May 28, 2026 Objection window open till May 30, 2026; final key released after expert review before result declaration
MHT CET Result – PCB 1st Attempt June 8, 2026 Scorecard with percentile available on cetcell.mahacet.org; percentile calculated using normalisation formula
MHT CET Result – PCM 1st Attempt June 12, 2026 PCM Session 1 percentile published; students compared with Session 2 score to determine their best attempt
MHT CET Result – PCB 2nd Attempt June 17, 2026 CET Cell consolidated Session 1 and Session 2 PCB scores; best percentile retained for CAP merit preparation
MHT CET Result – PCM 2nd Attempt June 19, 2026 Final PCM scores consolidated across both sessions — completing all four result phases for the 2026 cycle
CAP 2026-27 Registration Opens July 2, 2026 Separate from exam registration; CAP registration is mandatory for counselling regardless of MHT CET score
Document Verification Starts July 3, 2026 Facilitation centres opened; domicile certificate, Class 12 marksheets, and category certificate are mandatory
Original CAP Registration End July 12, 2026 Original deadline; extended to July 16 by CET Cell notification to allow more students to register

MHT CET Previous Year Exam Dates (2021–2025)

MHT CET has historically been conducted between April and August. COVID-19 disruptions pushed the 2021–2022 exams to August–October, but since 2023 the exam has returned to a stable April–May window. The 2026 cycle introduced the most significant structural change in recent history — a two-session, two-attempt format — taking the exam to a new level of student-friendliness.

Year PCM Exam Dates PCB Exam Dates Result Month Notable Feature
2025 April 19–27, 2025 April 9–17, 2025 June 2025 Single session; PCB held before PCM for the first time
2024 May 2–17, 2024 April 22–30, 2024 June 2024 Single session; PCB in April, PCM extending into May
2023 May 9–13, 2023 May 15–20, 2023 July 2023 Return to pre-COVID timing; both groups conducted in May
2022 August 5–11, 2022 August 12–20, 2022 September 2022 COVID-delayed; original schedule revised multiple times
2021 September 20 – October 1, 2021 September 20 – October 1, 2021 October 2021 Severely delayed due to COVID-19 pandemic; held in September

The data reveals a clear pattern: MHT CET has operated in an April–May window for three consecutive years (2023–2025), and this pattern was preserved in 2026 despite the addition of a second session. With a two-session format now piloted successfully, students targeting MHT CET 2027 should plan for two exam windows — both in April–May — and factor in the best-of-two-attempts merit calculation in their preparation timeline.

Note: All upcoming CAP counselling dates — Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and Round 4 — are tentative and subject to confirmation through separate official notices on cetcell.mahacet.org. Students must check the portal regularly for the exact choice-filling and seat allotment schedule for each round.

What are the MHT CET 2026 Exam Dates?

MHT CET 2026 followed a two-session structure for the first time in the exam’s history. Session 1 took place in April 2026 and Session 2 in May 2026, covering both PCM (Physics–Chemistry–Mathematics, for engineering admissions) and PCB (Physics–Chemistry–Biology, for pharmacy and agriculture admissions) groups. Both sessions have now concluded. Below is a detailed breakdown of each key event from notification to CAP counselling.

MHT CET 2026 Notification and Registration Dates

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, released the official MHT CET 2026 information brochure in November 2025, announcing the exam schedule and the introduction of the two-session format for the academic year 2026–27. The brochure outlined eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, and the registration process for both PCM and PCB groups.

  • Notification / Information Brochure Released: November 2025
  • Registration Opens: January 10, 2026
  • Registration Closes: February 12, 2026
  • Mode: Online at cetcell.mahacet.org
  • Application Fee: ₹800 (General/OBC); ₹600 (Reserved categories)
  • Eligibility: Maharashtra domicile + Class 12 pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology as applicable

Note: The MHT CET 2026 exam registration window is now closed. No late applications are accepted. Students who did not register for the exam cannot participate in the CAP counselling process for the 2026–27 academic year.

Ques. When did MHT CET 2026 registration open and close?

Ans. MHT CET 2026 registration opened on January 10, 2026, and closed on February 12, 2026. The registration was conducted entirely online via the official CET Cell portal. Students who missed this window cannot apply retroactively. Note that the CAP (counselling) registration is a separate process that opened on July 2, 2026, and has been extended to July 16, 2026.

MHT CET 2026 Admit Card Date

The MHT CET 2026 admit card (hall ticket) was released by the CET Cell on its official portal before each session’s exam. No admit card was dispatched by post — students had to download and print it themselves from cetcell.mahacet.org. A printed copy was mandatory at the exam centre along with a government-issued photo ID.

  • Admit Card – Session 1 PCM: April 7, 2026 (released 4 days before exam)
  • Admit Card – Session 2 PCB & PCM: May 6, 2026 (released 4–6 days before respective exams)
  • Download portal: cetcell.mahacet.org

Note: Students were required to report to the exam centre at least 30 minutes before the scheduled shift start time. Late entry was not permitted under any circumstances — even for students holding a valid admit card. This policy was strictly enforced across both sessions and all exam days.

Ques. How many days before the MHT CET 2026 exam was the admit card released?

Ans. The MHT CET 2026 Session 1 PCM admit card was released on April 7, 2026 — four days before the exam began on April 11. For Session 2 (both PCB and PCM groups), the admit card was released on May 6, 2026 — approximately four to six days before the respective session exams (PCB: May 10–11; PCM: May 12–16). This is consistent with the CET Cell’s release pattern from prior years.

MHT CET 2026 Exam Date: Session-wise and Group-wise Schedule

MHT CET 2026 was conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) across multiple exam days, split into two daily shifts. The exam covers three papers: Paper 1 (Mathematics, for PCM only), Paper 2 (Physics and Chemistry, for both PCM and PCB), and Paper 3 (Biology, for PCB only). Each paper is 90 minutes with 100 questions carrying 100 marks.

Session 1 Schedule: April 2026 (Concluded)

  • PCM Group (Paper 1: Mathematics + Paper 2: Physics & Chemistry): April 11–20, 2026
  • PCB Group (Paper 2: Physics & Chemistry + Paper 3: Biology): April 21–26, 2026
  • Shift 1: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM  |  Shift 2: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
  • Duration per paper: 90 minutes  |  Marks per paper: 100
  • Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT) at designated exam centres across Maharashtra

Session 2 Schedule: May 2026 (Concluded)

  • PCB Group: May 10–11, 2026
  • PCM Group: May 12–16, 2026
  • Shift 1: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM  |  Shift 2: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
  • Merit calculation: Higher percentile across Session 1 and Session 2 used for CAP rank

Ques. How many sessions did MHT CET 2026 have?

Ans. MHT CET 2026 was conducted in two sessions for the first time in the exam’s history. Session 1 ran in April 2026 and Session 2 in May 2026, with separate windows for PCM and PCB groups in each session. For CAP merit, the CET Cell used the higher percentile from the two sessions — giving students a genuine second chance at improving their standing.

  • Session 1 PCM: April 11–20, 2026
  • Session 1 PCB: April 21–26, 2026
  • Session 2 PCB: May 10–11, 2026
  • Session 2 PCM: May 12–16, 2026

MHT CET 2026 Answer Key Date

The CET Cell released provisional answer keys for each session and group separately after the exams concluded, along with response sheets so students could verify their answers question by question. Students could raise objections against any answer they found incorrect by paying a fee, which was refunded if the objection was upheld.

  • Session 1 PCM — Provisional Answer Key: May 20, 2026
  • Session 1 PCM — Objection Window: Till May 22, 2026
  • Session 2 PCM — Provisional Answer Key: May 28, 2026
  • Session 2 PCM — Objection Window: Till May 30, 2026
  • Objection Fee: ₹1,000 per question (refunded if objection upheld by expert panel)
  • Final Answer Key: Released after objection review, before respective result declarations in June 2026

Ques. When was the MHT CET 2026 answer key released?

Ans. The MHT CET 2026 Session 1 PCM provisional answer key was released on May 20, 2026, with objections accepted till May 22. The Session 2 PCM answer key was released on May 28, 2026, with objections accepted till May 30. Each objection carried a fee of ₹1,000 per question — refunded if the CET Cell’s expert panel upheld it. Final keys were published before each session’s result was declared.

MHT CET 2026 Result Date

MHT CET 2026 results were declared in four phases during June 2026 — separately for each group (PCM/PCB) and each session attempt. The CET Cell applied a score normalisation process across shifts and exam days within each session before computing the final percentile. For CAP merit list preparation, the higher percentile across the two sessions was considered.

  • PCB Result — 1st Attempt: June 8, 2026
  • PCM Result — 1st Attempt: June 12, 2026
  • PCB Result — 2nd Attempt: June 17, 2026
  • PCM Result — 2nd Attempt: June 19, 2026
  • Scorecard download: cetcell.mahacet.org
  • Merit basis: Best percentile across the two sessions used for final CAP rank

Ques. When was the MHT CET 2026 result declared?

Ans. MHT CET 2026 results were declared across four phases in June 2026: PCB 1st Attempt (June 8), PCM 1st Attempt (June 12), PCB 2nd Attempt (June 17), and PCM 2nd Attempt (June 19). The CET Cell consolidated the best percentile per student across both sessions to prepare the Provisional CAP Merit List, released on July 15, 2026.

MHT CET 2026 CAP Counselling Schedule

The CAP (Centralised Admission Process) for MHT CET 2026 is conducted by the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Maharashtra, through the CET Cell portal at cetcell.mahacet.org/cap-_2026-27/. The CAP governs admissions to B.E./B.Tech, B.Pharm, and allied courses at government, government-aided, and unaided institutions in Maharashtra. Separate merit lists are prepared for MHT CET and JEE Main students, both feeding into the same CAP seat allotment rounds.

  • CAP Registration: July 2 – July 16, 2026 (extended from July 12)
  • Document Verification: July 3 – July 17, 2026 (extended from July 13)
  • Provisional Merit List: July 15, 2026 — Released Today
  • Grievance / Objection Window: July 16–18, 2026
  • Final Merit List: July 20, 2026 (Expected)
  • CAP Round 1 (Choice Filling + Seat Allotment): Late July 2026 (Expected)
  • CAP Round 2: August 2026 (Expected)
  • CAP Round 3: August 2026 (Expected)
  • CAP Round 4 / Institute-Level Admissions: August–September 2026 (Expected)

Ques. When will MHT CET 2026 CAP Round 1 begin?

Ans. The MHT CET 2026 CAP Round 1 seat allotment is expected to begin in late July 2026, following publication of the Final Merit List on July 20, 2026. The exact dates for choice filling and seat allotment will be announced by the CET Cell through a separate schedule notice on cetcell.mahacet.org. Students must ensure they have completed CAP registration (deadline: July 16) and document verification (deadline: July 17) to be eligible for Round 1.

Ques. What is the MHT CET 2026 provisional merit list release date?

Ans. The MHT CET 2026 Provisional CAP Merit List was released on July 15, 2026 (today) on the official CET Cell portal. Students can log in at cetcell.mahacet.org/cap-_2026-27/ to check their provisional rank. Those who find errors in category, marks, or eligibility status may raise grievances from July 16 to July 18, 2026. The Final Merit List, after grievance resolution, is expected on July 20, 2026.

Year-wise MHT CET Exam Dates and Trends

The following table charts MHT CET exam dates across five years, showing how the exam recovered from COVID-era disruptions and then took a major structural step forward in 2026. The shift to April–May from 2023 is stable and now reinforced by the two-session format.

Year PCM Exam Dates PCB Exam Dates Result Month Structural Change
2026 Apr 11–20 (S1); May 12–16 (S2) Apr 21–26 (S1); May 10–11 (S2) June 2026 First two-session format; best-of-two-attempts merit
2025 April 19–27, 2025 April 9–17, 2025 June 2025 Single session; PCB held before PCM for first time
2024 May 2–17, 2024 April 22–30, 2024 June 2024 Single session; PCB in April, PCM extending into May
2023 May 9–13, 2023 May 15–20, 2023 July 2023 Return to pre-COVID timing; both groups in May
2022 August 5–11, 2022 August 12–20, 2022 September 2022 COVID-delayed; original schedule revised multiple times

Trend Interpretation: MHT CET has operated in an April–May window for three consecutive years (2023–2025), and this pattern held in 2026 despite adding a second session. Students planning for MHT CET 2027 should prepare for two exam windows in April and May 2027 and aim to have their Class 12 preparation complete well before the April exam.

Ques. In which month is MHT CET typically conducted?

Ans. Since 2023, MHT CET has been consistently conducted in April–May. The 2021 and 2022 exams were delayed to August–October due to COVID-19, but the exam returned to April–May from 2023 onwards. In 2026, the two-session model retained April–May for both sessions. Students preparing for MHT CET 2027 should target April as the first exam window and May as the second.

Will MHT CET 2027 Be Conducted in Two Sessions Again?

MHT CET 2026 marked the debut of the two-attempt, two-session model — a significant policy shift modelled on JEE Main’s multi-session format. Based on this precedent and the CET Cell’s trajectory, here is what students targeting the 2027 cycle should expect:

  • Two sessions likely to continue: The two-attempt format was a structural policy decision aligned with national exam trends; it is expected to carry forward to 2027 and beyond.
  • Information Brochure (expected): October–November 2026
  • Registration (expected): December 2026 – January 2027
  • Session 1 (expected): April 2027
  • Session 2 (expected): May 2027
  • Results (expected): June 2027 (phase-wise, as in 2026)
  • CAP Counselling (expected): July–August 2027
  • Merit Rule (expected): Best of two attempts; normalisation applied across sessions and shifts

Note: MHT CET 2027 dates are not yet announced. All projections above are based on 2026 patterns and official CET Cell communication trends. Confirmed dates will be published via the information brochure expected in October–November 2026 at cetcell.mahacet.org.

Ques. Has the MHT CET 2026 exam been postponed at any point?

Ans. No, MHT CET 2026 was conducted as scheduled on its announced dates without postponement. Session 1 ran from April 11–26, 2026, and Session 2 from May 10–16, 2026, on schedule. The CET Cell did extend the CAP counselling registration deadline from July 12 to July 16, 2026, but the actual examination schedule was not disturbed.

Ques. Are the MHT CET 2026 CAP counselling dates confirmed?

Ans. Key confirmed CAP milestones include: Provisional Merit List (July 15, 2026 — released today), Grievance Window (July 16–18, 2026), and Final Merit List (July 20, 2026). The round-wise dates for CAP Round 1 choice filling, seat allotment, and subsequent rounds will be published through a separate notice on cetcell.mahacet.org/cap-_2026-27/. Students should check the portal regularly as round dates are announced closer to the Final Merit List.

Countdown to MHT CET 2026 Final Merit List

With the Provisional Merit List released today (July 15, 2026), students have a three-day grievance window before the Final Merit List is published on July 20. The table below maps all remaining milestones in the MHT CET 2026 CAP calendar and how far each is from today.

Source: https://cetcell.mahacet.org/cap-_2026-27/

Milestone Date Days from July 15 Status
Provisional Merit List Release July 15, 2026 Today Released
CAP Registration Last Date July 16, 2026 (5:00 PM) 1 day Closing Tomorrow
Document Verification Last Date July 17, 2026 2 days Closing Soon
Grievance Window Opens July 16, 2026 1 day Opening Tomorrow
Grievance Window Closes July 18, 2026 3 days Upcoming
Final Merit List July 20, 2026 5 days Expected
CAP Round 1 (Choice Filling + Allotment) Late July 2026 ~10–15 days Expected
CAP Round 2 August 2026 ~3–4 weeks Expected
CAP Round 3 August 2026 ~5–6 weeks Expected
CAP Round 4 / Institute Level August–September 2026 ~6–8 weeks Expected

FAQs

Ques. When is the MHT CET 2026 exam date?

Ans. MHT CET 2026 was conducted across two sessions — Session 1 (April 11–26, 2026) and Session 2 (May 10–16, 2026) — for both PCM and PCB groups. The exam has concluded. Results were declared in four phases between June 8–19, 2026, and the Provisional CAP Merit List was released on July 15, 2026.

Ques. When will MHT CET 2026 counselling begin?

Ans. MHT CET 2026 CAP counselling has already begun. Registration opened on July 2, 2026 (extended to July 16). The Provisional Merit List was released today (July 15, 2026). After the Grievance Window (July 16–18), the Final Merit List is expected on July 20, followed by CAP Round 1 in late July 2026 and Rounds 2–4 in August–September 2026.

Ques. Where can I check the official MHT CET 2026 exam dates?

Ans. All official MHT CET 2026 exam dates, answer keys, results, and CAP counselling schedules are published on the official CET Cell portal: cetcell.mahacet.org. For the CAP 2026-27 specific schedule, visit cetcell.mahacet.org/cap-_2026-27/.

Ques. What time does the MHT CET 2026 exam start?

Ans. MHT CET 2026 was conducted in two daily shifts. Shift 1 ran from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and Shift 2 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Each paper (Mathematics, Physics–Chemistry, or Biology) was 90 minutes with 100 questions carrying 100 marks. Students were assigned a specific shift and exam day on their hall ticket and could not change the timing.

Ques. When did MHT CET 2026 registration open and close?

Ans. MHT CET 2026 exam registration opened on January 10, 2026, and closed on February 12, 2026. This window is now closed. The separate CAP 2026-27 registration (for counselling participation) opened on July 2, 2026, and has been extended to July 16, 2026 — this window closes tomorrow evening at 5:00 PM.

Ques. When was the MHT CET 2026 result declared?

Ans. MHT CET 2026 results were declared in four phases: PCB 1st Attempt (June 8, 2026), PCM 1st Attempt (June 12, 2026), PCB 2nd Attempt (June 17, 2026), and PCM 2nd Attempt (June 19, 2026). The CET Cell consolidated the best percentile per student across both sessions to prepare the Provisional CAP Merit List, released on July 15, 2026.

Ques. What is the MHT CET 2026 final merit list date?

Ans. The MHT CET 2026 Final CAP Merit List is expected on July 20, 2026. The Provisional Merit List was released today (July 15, 2026). Students who find discrepancies — in marks, category, or eligibility — may raise grievances between July 16 and July 18, 2026 through the official CAP portal. Corrections will be reflected in the Final Merit List on July 20, 2026.

Ques. What is the MHT CET 2026 grievance window date?

Ans. The MHT CET 2026 CAP grievance window for the Provisional Merit List runs from July 16 to July 18, 2026. Students who find errors in their provisional rank — such as incorrect category, wrong score, or document mismatch — must raise their grievance through the official CAP portal (cetcell.mahacet.org/cap-_2026-27/) during this three-day window. Objections raised after July 18, 2026 will not be entertained.

Ques. How many CAP rounds will MHT CET 2026 counselling have?

Ans. MHT CET 2026 CAP counselling is expected to have four rounds: CAP Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and a final Round 4 / Institute-Level admission phase. Each round involves online choice filling, seat allotment by the CET Cell, seat acceptance by the student, and reporting to the allotted institute. CAP Round 1 is expected in late July 2026, with Rounds 2–4 in August–September 2026. Exact round-wise dates will be notified separately on cetcell.mahacet.org.

Ques. Are JEE Main students eligible for MHT CET 2026 CAP counselling?

Ans. Yes. JEE Main 2026 students who meet the Maharashtra domicile requirement are eligible to participate in MHT CET 2026 CAP counselling for B.E./B.Tech admissions. The CET Cell prepares separate merit lists for JEE Main and MHT CET students — both feeding into the same CAP seat allotment process. Students who appeared in both exams may use whichever score gives them a better CAP rank.

Ques. What happens if I miss the MHT CET 2026 CAP registration deadline?

Ans. Students who miss the extended CAP registration deadline of July 16, 2026 (5:00 PM) will not be eligible to participate in MHT CET 2026 CAP counselling — regardless of their MHT CET or JEE Main score. CAP registration and document verification are mandatory prerequisites for all seat allotment rounds. DTE Maharashtra does not allow late registration once the window closes.