MHT CET CAP Counselling 2026 Registration Begins; Apply Till July 12

State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has commenced the MHT CET CAP Counselling 2026 registration process for admission to First Year Undergraduate Engineering and Technology (4-Year) and Integrated Master of Engineering and Technology (5-Year) programmes. Eligible candidates seeking admission based on MHT CET 2026 scores can now complete online registration and upload the required documents by the prescribed deadline. The counselling process will be conducted through the Centralised Admission Process (CAP), with seat allotment based on the merit list.

MHT CET CAP Counselling 2026 Registration Dates

Candidates must complete online registration and upload documents within the period announced by the State CET Cell. Candidates are advised to complete the registration process well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues. The official counselling schedule is given below.

MHT CET CAP Counselling 2026 Eligibility

The counselling process is open for candidates seeking admission to undergraduate engineering programmes in Maharashtra through eligible entrance examination scores. Admissions will be offered strictly according to the merit list prepared by the counselling authority. Eligible candidates include:

• Candidates qualified through MHT CET 2026
• All India candidates
• Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh Migrant candidates
• Candidates seeking admission under the notified admission categories

MHT CET CAP 2026 Document Verification Process

Candidates must complete document verification after submitting the online application. The State CET Cell has provided two verification options:

• E-Scrutiny: Candidates selecting E-Scrutiny can upload their documents online. The uploaded documents will be verified digitally, and candidates are not required to visit a Facilitation Centre.
• Physical Scrutiny: Candidates choosing Physical Scrutiny must visit the selected Facilitation Centre with their original documents for verification within the prescribed timeline. Candidates should ensure that all uploaded documents are accurate and clearly visible to avoid delays during verification.

MHT CET CAP Counselling Registration Fee 2026

The counselling registration fee depends on the candidate's admission category. The fee must be paid online while submitting the counselling application wherever applicable. The applicable fee details are provided below.

How to Apply for MHT CET CAP Counselling 2026?

Candidates should complete the registration process carefully and upload all required documents before the deadline. Candidates should keep a copy of the submitted application for future admission-related procedures. The application process includes the following steps:

• Visit the official MHT CET CAP counselling portal.
• Register using the required credentials.
• Fill in the online counselling application form.
• Upload all necessary documents in the prescribed format.
• Select either E-Scrutiny or Physical Scrutiny for document verification.
• Pay the applicable registration fee, if required.
• Review all entered information.
• Submit the application and download the confirmation page.

MHT CET CAP Merit List 2026

The counselling authority will publish both the provisional and final merit lists according to the announced schedule. Candidates who find any discrepancies in the provisional merit list will be allowed to submit grievances between July 16 and July 18, 2026. After addressing valid objections, the Final Merit List will be released on July 20, 2026, which will be used for subsequent CAP seat allotment rounds.

Documents Required for MHT CET CAP Counselling 2026

Candidates should keep all required documents ready before beginning the registration process. Candidates should upload only valid and legible documents to ensure successful verification. The commonly required documents include:

• MHT CET 2026 Score Card
• Class 10 Mark Sheet and Certificate
• Class 12 Mark Sheet and Certificate
• Valid Photo Identity Proof
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
• Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (where applicable)
• Passport-size Photograph
• Signature
• Other supporting certificates as prescribed by the counselling authority

What Candidates Should Do Next?

Candidates eligible for MHT CET CAP Counselling 2026 should complete their online registration and document upload before July 12, 2026, and finish the document verification process by July 13, 2026. They should also verify all submitted information carefully and choose the appropriate verification mode based on their convenience. After the completion of registration and verification, candidates should regularly check the counselling portal for the release of the provisional merit list, grievance submission schedule, final merit list, and upcoming CAP seat allotment rounds.