MAH MCA CET 2026 registration will begin on 01 January 2026, as announced by the Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell. Eligible candidates seeking admission to Master of Computer Applications programmes will be able to submit the online application form once the registration window opens. The entrance examination will be conducted for admission to MCA courses offered by participating institutes across Maharashtra.
MAH MCA CET 2026 Registration Schedule and Exam Date
The CET Cell has released the tentative timeline related to the MAH MCA CET 2026 application and examination process. Candidates are advised to complete the registration within the prescribed period to avoid last-minute technical issues.
The examination will be conducted in computer-based test mode at designated centres.
MAH MCA CET 2026 Application Process
The MAH MCA CET 2026 application process will be conducted entirely online. Candidates must ensure that all required details and documents are available before starting the form submission. The application process will include the following stages:
- Online registration on the official CET Cell portal
- Filling in personal, academic, and contact details
- Uploading required documents in the prescribed format
- Payment of the application fee through online modes
Only applications submitted successfully will be considered valid.
Mandatory Aadhaar and APAAR ID Requirement
For the academic year two thousand twenty-six to two thousand twenty-seven, the Maharashtra State CET Cell has made Aadhaar authentication and APAAR ID mandatory for all candidates registering for MAH MCA CET 2026 and other professional courses. Candidates belonging to the Persons with Disabilities category must submit either a Unique Disability ID (UDID) card or a valid disability certificate at the time of registration.
Important Advisory for Candidates
Applicants are advised to carefully verify all entered details before final submission, as correction options may be limited. Keeping scanned documents and online payment details ready in advance will help ensure a smooth application process. The MAH MCA CET 2026 will play a crucial role in determining MCA admissions across Maharashtra for the upcoming academic session.

