MHT CET 2026 CAP Counselling Registration (Starts) Live: Link, Steps to Apply, Fees, Schedule
The State CET Cell Maharashtra has commenced the MHT CET 2026 CAP registration. The CAP registration link has been activated. Check live updates on MHT CET CAP counselling registration and complete process here.

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra has commenced the MHT CAP counselling registration 2026. The counselling is being conducted for admission to First Year Under Graduate Technical Courses in Engineering and Technology (4 Years) as well as Integrated Master of Engineering and Technology (5 Years) programmes across the state. The counselling registration and document upload is available on the CAP portal at fe2026.mahacet.org. The last date for CAP 2026 registration and document upload is July 12.
Direct Link: MHT CET CAP Registration 2026
Candidates can choose either E-scrutiny or physical scrutiny for document verification. Those selecting E-scrutiny will not have to visit the srutiny centre. Instead, their uploaded documents will be verified online. Candidates choosing physical scrutiny must visit their selected facilitation centre along with original documents for verification.
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Candidates who seek admission based on the MHT CET 2026 scores can register for the online process to participate in the seat allotment rounds. The admissions will be done based on the merit list.
MHT CET CAP 2026 Schedule
Candidates can check the official MHT CET CAP 2026 dates for registration, document verification and merit list.
| Event | Start Date | Last Date |
|---|---|---|
| Online Registration & Document Upload (For Maharashtra State, All India, J&K, and Ladakh Migrant candidates) | July 2, 2026 | July 12, 2026 (Upto 5 PM) |
| Document Verification & Confirmation (Choose between E-Scrutiny or Physical Scrutiny) | July 3, 2026 | July 13, 2026 (Upto 5 PM) |
| Submission of Grievances (To request corrections in the provisional merit list) | July 16, 2026 | July 18, 2026 (Upto 5 PM) |
| Display of Final Merit List (Final ranks for Maharashtra State & All India candidates) | July 20, 2026 | |
MHT CET 2026 CAP Registration Fee
Candidates who registered for MHT CET 2026 do not have to pay any counselling registration fee. However, candidates applying through valid JEE Main or NEET UG scores and who did not register for MHT CET must pay Rs. 1,300 (General) or Rs. 1,000 (Reserved category candidates from Maharashtra State) while submitting the application.
LIVE UPDATE
MHT CET 2026 Counselling Registration & Document Upload Starts; Live Updates Below!
- 10:42 AM IST• 3 Jul 2026
MHT CET 2026 CAP Counselling
The MHT CET 2026 CAP process has started. Candidates can check the counselling documents and report at centres for verification.
- 9:24 AM IST• 3 Jul 2026
MHT CET 2026 CAP Registration Open LIVE
Starting today, registered candidates can start reporting at the facilitation centres for offline document verification.
- 8:26 AM IST• 3 Jul 2026
MHT CET CAP 2026 Registration & Document Upload
The online registration and document uploading window opened on July 2, 2026, and will remain open until July 12, 2026 (up to 5\ PM). Aspiring students are advised to submit their applications well before the deadline to prevent last-minute server delays.
- 7:34 AM IST• 3 Jul 2026
MHT CET 2026 CAP LIVE: Final Merit List
Following the closing of the grievance window on July 18, the State CET cell will issue the final merit list on July 20, 2026, which will form the basis for option form submission and seat allocations in CAP round 1.
- 6:42 AM IST• 3 Jul 2026
CAP Registration Fee for AI Candidates
For those who are participating in the CAP rounds based on the JEE Main scores (and did not register for the MHT CET exam), the CAP registration fee is Rs. 1300 for general category candidates and Rs. 1000 for reserved category candidates
- 5:49 AM IST• 3 Jul 2026
MHT CAP 2026 Registration Fee for CET Candidates
If students have already registered and appeared for the MHT CET 2026 exam, candidates do not need to pay any additional fee to register for the CAP counselling rounds.
- 4:55 AM IST• 3 Jul 2026
MHT CET CAP 2026 LIVE: Tie-Breaking
If two or more candidates secure the exact same percentile score, the merit rank is determined using specific tie-breaker rules in the following descending order of priority:
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Higher percentile score in Mathematics in MHT CET.
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Higher percentile score in Physics in MHT CET.
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Higher percentile score in Chemistry in MHT CET.
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Higher percentage of marks in Board Examination (10+2) for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics taken together.
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Higher percentage of marks in Mathematics in the 10+2 board exam.
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Higher percentage of marks in Physics in the 10+2 board exam.
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Higher percentage of marks in Aggregate in the 10th standard (SSC) exam.
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- 4:02 AM IST• 3 Jul 2026
MHT CET 2026 CAP Counselling: Merit List Preparation
The State CET Cell, Maharashtra prepares distinct merit lists based on your entrance test:
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Maharashtra State Candidates: Prepared entirely based on your MHT CET 2026 percentile score (PCM group).
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All India Candidates: Prepared primarily based on JEE Main scores. However, if a candidate has appeared for both, preference is given to the higher score or as per the specific institutional seat allocation rules.
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- 2:13 AM IST• 3 Jul 2026
MHT CET 2026 CAP Rounds
The MHT CET 2026 CAP is held in multiple rounds for B.E. / B.Tech engineering counselling, followed by an institutional/spot round at individual colleges to fill any remaining vacant seats.
- 12:12 AM IST• 3 Jul 2026
MHT CET 2026 Provisional Merit List LIVE
Candidates can raise objections regarding their provisional merit details from July 16 to July 18 by uploading supporting documents.
- 10:51 PM IST• 2 Jul 2026
MHT CET CAP 2026 Registration Begins
The Maharashtra CET Cell conducts the MHT CET counselling. The counselling process is called the MHT CET Centralised Admission Process (CAP). All candidates with a non-zero MHT CET score have to register for the MHT CET CAP counselling for admission. The registered candidates are then allotted a merit number in the MHT CET merit list.
- 9:51 PM IST• 2 Jul 2026
MHT CET 2026 CAP Registration (OPEN) LIVE: Document Checklist
- MHT CET 2026 Scorecard and Admit Card
- Class 10 and Class 12 Marksheets
- School Leaving Certificate / Transfer Certificate
- Domicile Certificate (proving Maharashtra State candidacy)
- Category documents (Caste Certificate, Caste Validity, and Non-Creamy Layer Certificate, if applicable)
- Income Certificate / EWS Certificate (if applying under fee waivers or reserved quotas)
- 9:37 PM IST• 2 Jul 2026
How to Register for MHT CET CAP 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to secure their participation in the counselling process:
- Visit the Official Website: Navigate to the engineering CAP portal
- New User Registration: Click on 'New Registration' and authenticate using your MHT CET 2026 application number and roll number.
- Fill the Form: Complete the profile by updating academic details, communication addresses, and specific reservation criteria.
- Upload Scanned Documents: Ensure clear copies of necessary certifications are uploaded.
- Select Verification Mode: Choose between E-Scrutiny (convenient online document verification) or Physical Scrutiny (visiting a designated Facilitation Centre in person).
- Submit & Download: Confirm the application details, pay any relevant processing fees, and download the acknowledgment receipt.
- 9:13 PM IST• 2 Jul 2026
MHT CET 2026 CAP Registration Begins
CET Cell has commenced the MHT CET 2026 CAP registration for B.E/B.Tech courses.
Direct Link: MHT CET CAP Registration 2026
- 9:07 PM IST• 2 Jul 2026
MHT CET 2026 CAP Counselling Registration LIVE: Documents
Applicants are advised to keep all required documents ready before beginning the registration process. These include educational certificates, MHT CET scorecard or valid entrance scorecard, domicile certificate, category certificates (if applicable), and other documents mentioned in the official notification.
- 8:52 PM IST• 2 Jul 2026
MHT CET 2026 CAP Option Form Schedule Later
The CET Cell has confirmed that the schedule for option form filling and CAP seat allotment rounds will be announced separately after the merit list process is completed.
- 8:38 PM IST• 2 Jul 2026
MHT CET 2026 Merit List on July 20
The final merit list for Maharashtra State and All India candidates will be released on July 20. Seat allotment rounds will follow later.
- 8:25 PM IST• 2 Jul 2026
MHT CET 2026 CAP Portal Activated; Registration Soon
The MHT CET CAP registration form has not been activated yet.
- 8:12 PM IST• 2 Jul 2026
MHT CET 2026 Counselling Registration Deadline
Candidates can complete online registration and upload documents till July 12, 2026 (5 PM). The registration link has not been activated yet.
- 7:59 PM IST• 2 Jul 2026
MHT CET 2026 CAP Counselling LIVE: Document Verification Schedule Out
The document verification process will be conducted from July 3 to July 13. Candidates must complete verification within the prescribed schedule.
👉MHT CET 2026 CAP Dates Out: Registration Starts Today, Merit List on July 20; Schedule Here
- 7:49 PM IST• 2 Jul 2026
MHT CET 2026 CAP Counselling Registration LIVE
Applicants can choose between E-Scrutiny and Physical Scrutiny while filling the application form. E-Scrutiny allows candidates to complete verification online.
- 7:35 PM IST• 2 Jul 2026
Has MHT CET CAP registration process started?
The MHT CET 2026 CAP registration has not started yet. Candidates can check the real-time updates here.
- 7:22 PM IST• 2 Jul 2026
MHT CET 2026 CAP Registration
The MHT CET 2026 CAP registration and document upload will commence shortly.
Commonly asked questions
To register for MHT CET counselling, candidates have to visit the official website - cetcell.mahacet.org and register online with the details asked.
The Maharashtra Common Entrance Test Cell conducts the counselling in three or four rounds, depending upon the number of candidates participating in the counselling. The MHT CET CAP counselling 2025 had 4 rounds while in 2024, the counselling was conducted in 3 rounds.
MHT CET counselling and seat allotment process has several steps. Once a seat is allotted to candidate, he/she has option to “Accept and Freeze” and “Accept and Float”. If he/she is satisfied with allotted seat and selects first option, participation in next round counselling is not allowed. If candidate is not satisfied with the allotted seat, he/she can select second option and participate in next round of counselling with the current seat.
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