
| Updated On - Sep 5, 2026
Shivaji University Kolhapur has opened ACAP 2026-27 registrations for BTech, BTech Lateral and MTech seats till September 9. MCA candidates must apply by September 7. Admissions follow on September 10 and 11.

Shivaji University Kolhapur (SUK) has opened ACAP 2026-27 registrations at unishivaji.ac.in. ACAP stands for Against Centralised Admission Process. It covers vacant seats after the state CAP rounds close.
The round is open for BTech, BTech Lateral and MTech aspirants. Master of Computer Applications (MCA) registrations are also live. Admissions cover the School of Engineering and Technology and the MCA department.
SUK issued the official notification on September 4, 2026. MCA aspirants must submit their application by September 7, 2026. The MCA merit list will follow on September 9, 2026.
BTech, BTech Lateral and MTech candidates must register by September 9, 2026. Counselling-cum-admissions for these programmes will run on September 10 and 11, 2026.
Shivaji University ACAP 2026-27 Important Dates
| Event | MCA | BTech, BTech Lateral and MTech |
|---|---|---|
| Registration deadline | September 7, 2026 | September 9, 2026 |
| Merit list | September 9, 2026 | Announced at counselling |
| Counselling and admission | September 10, 2026 | September 10 and 11, 2026 |
Who Is Eligible to Apply?
The ACAP round is meant for candidates who have not yet secured a seat. Eligibility mirrors the CAP requirements set by the State CET Cell, Mumbai.
- BTech: Passed 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as core subjects. A valid MHT CET or JEE Main score is required.
- BTech Lateral Entry: A diploma in engineering or a recognised BSc degree.
- MTech: A valid BTech or BE degree in a relevant branch. A GATE score is preferred where applicable.
- MCA: A bachelor's degree with Mathematics at 10+2 or graduation level. A valid MAH MCA CET score is required.
How to Apply for Shivaji University ACAP 2026-27?
The application process is fully online. Candidates must upload academic and category documents. A valid entrance test scorecard is also required.
- Visit the official website at unishivaji.ac.in.
- Open the ACAP 2026-27 registration link on the admissions page.
- Fill in personal, academic and category details.
- Upload the required documents and entrance scorecard.
- Pay the application fee and submit the form.
What Should Candidates Carry for Counselling?
Shortlisted candidates must report in person on the counselling date. They should carry original documents and one set of self-attested copies.
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and passing certificates.
- Diploma or bachelor's degree mark sheets, where applicable.
- Valid MHT CET, JEE Main, GATE or MAH MCA CET scorecard.
- Category, non-creamy layer and domicile certificates, if applicable.
- Aadhaar card and recent passport-size photographs.
ACAP is the final institute-level chance to fill seats left vacant. Students who missed cut-offs earlier get one clear shot this year.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Visit unishivaji.ac.in and open the ACAP notification.
- Confirm eligibility for your chosen programme.
- Keep entrance scorecards and category certificates ready.
- Complete the online registration before your deadline.
- Report at the School of Engineering and Technology on the counselling date.
Watch the SUK portal for the MCA merit list on September 9. The final seat allotment follows after counselling on September 11.





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