MHT CET CAP 2026: Round 4 Seat Allotment (Out), Counselling, Admission, Schedule, Process

Engineering aspirants who seek admission to top colleges in Maharashtra must participate in the MHT CAP process. The authorities have announced the seat allotment results for CAP round 4. Check this article for the complete guide on MHT CET 2026 CAP including schedule, admission process, documents and counselling details.

MHT CET 2026 CAP Process: Complete Guide

MHT CET CAP 2026: The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell conducts four rounds of counselling for engineering admissions. Through the MHT CET CAP or the Centralised Admission Process, candidates get admission to First Year BE/BTech and Integrated MTech courses. MHT CET exam and JEE Mains candidates who participate in the CAP process are allotted engineering seats in government, government-aided, university-managed, and private engineering colleges across Maharashtra.

LIVE: MHT CET 2026 Seat Allotment for CAP round 4

Candidates were able to fill in their college and branch preferences by logging into the CAP portal at fe2026.mahacet.org. The last date to submit the option form was September 1. Based on the merit rank, preferences and the availability of seats, the authorities announce the allotment results. The MHT CET CAP round 4 seat allotment 2026 was released on September 3, 2026.

Check: MHT CET CAP Round 4 Cutoff 2026 (OUT)

What is MHT CET CAP?

MHT CET CAP (Centralized Admission Process) is the counselling process conducted by the Maharashtra CET Cell for admission to undergraduate engineering courses after the MHT CET result is declared. The MHT CET counselling is conducted in multiple rounds based on the candidate’s merit rank, reservation category, preferences filled during option entry, and seat availability.

MHT CET CAP 2026 Important Dates (Revised)

Candidates can check the official MHT CET CAP 2026 dates the complete round-wise schedule. Based on the current timeline, students can refer to the latest schedule ro the table below.

How to Check MHT CET CAP Result?

Candidates can follow these steps to check their seat allotment:

• Visit the official MHT CET CAP counselling website.

• Open the link for CAP seat allotment.

• Log in using the required application credentials.

• Check the college and course allotted to you.

• Download the allotment result for future reference.

Direct Link: MHT CET 2026 CAP Round 4 Seat Allotment Result

How to Fill Choices for MHT CET 2026 CAP Round 4?

• Visit the official MHT CET CAP counselling portal.

• Log in using the registered email ID and password.

• Click on CAP Round Option Form.

• Search colleges using institute name, district, branch or institute code.

• Add preferred college-course combinations.

• Arrange all preferences in the desired order.

• Review every option carefully.

• Save and confirm the option form before the deadline.

MHT CET CAP 2026 Eligibility

Candidates can apply for CAP if they meet the eligibility conditions prescribed by the CET Cell. Some of the key eligibility requirements include:

• Must have passed Class 12 or equivalent examination.
• Physics and Mathematics should be compulsory subjects.
• Candidates should have secured the required qualifying marks.
• Maharashtra State candidates should have obtained a non-zero score in MHT CET 2026.
• All India candidates can apply through valid JEE Main scores. Preference is given to JEE Main candidates under the All India quota.

How to Register for MHT CET CAP 2026?

Candidates can complete the registration by following these steps:

• Visit the official MHT CET counselling portal.
• Register using the required details.
• Fill the online application form.
• Upload the required documents.
• Select either E-Scrutiny or Physical Scrutiny.
• Pay the application fee, if applicable.
• Submit and confirm the application form.
• Download the acknowledgement receipt after successful confirmation.

MHT CET CAP 2026 Application Fee

The application fee depends on the candidate category. Candidates who registered for MHT CET 2026 are not required to pay the registration fee. Candidates applying through valid JEE Main or NEET UG scores without MHT CET registration must pay the applicable fee online.

MHT CET CAP 2026 Document Verification

Candidates can complete document verification through either of the following modes:

• E-Scrutiny: Under this mode, candidates upload their documents online. The verification is completed digitally, and there is no need to visit a Facilitation Centre. If any discrepancy is found, the application is returned for correction through the candidate login.
• Physical Scrutiny: Candidates choosing this mode must visit their selected Facilitation Centre with original documents. After verification, the application is confirmed and an acknowledgement receipt is issued.

Documents Required for MHT CET CAP 2026

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before registration:

• MHT CET 2026 Scorecard
• Class 10 Marksheet
• Class 12 Marksheet
• School Leaving Certificate
• Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
• Caste Certificate
• Caste Validity Certificate
• Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (where applicable)
• EWS Certificate (if applicable)
• PwD Certificate (if applicable)

MHT CET CAP 2026 Merit List

The CET Cell has released the provisional and final merit lists. Candidates were allowed to submit grievances to the provisional merit list between July 23 and July 25. After reviewing all objections, the authorities released the final merit list on July 27, 2026. The merit list will be used for seat allotment in the CAP rounds.  

What Happens After the Merit List?

Once the final merit list is published, the CET Cell will conduct the following activities:

• Option form filling
• Choice locking
• CAP seat allotment rounds
• Seat acceptance
• Reporting to allotted institutes