MAH BDes CET CAP 2026 Round 2 Cutoff Released; Check Closing Ranks
Deepti SinghPublished 14 Aug 20265 min read74 Views
The State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell) has released the MAH BDes CET CAP 2026 Round 2 cutoff ranks for BDes admissions.
The State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell) has released the MAH BDes CET CAP 2026 Round 2 cutoff ranks for BDes admissions. Candidates can check the provisional cutoff lists on the official website, bdesigncap2026.mahacet.org.
Two separate cutoff PDFs have been released:
- All India (AI) Seats
- Maharashtra State (MH) Seats
The PDFs contain the closing ranks for different institutes, categories and seat types.
Key Details of the MAH BDes CET CAP 2026 Round 2 Cutoff
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | State CET Cell, Maharashtra |
| Programme | Bachelor of Design (BDes) |
| Round | CAP Round 2 |
| Cutoff Type | Provisional, institute wise |
| Seat Categories Covered | All India (AI) and Maharashtra State (MH) |
| Release Date | August 14, 2026 |
| Official Portal | bdesigncap2026.mahacet.org |
How to Check MAH BDes CET CAP 2026 Round 2 Cutoff?
Candidates can follow these steps to check the cutoff:
- Visit the official CAP portal at bdesigncap2026.mahacet.org.
- Click on the CAP Round 2 cutoff notification link on the homepage.
- Select the relevant PDF for All India or Maharashtra State seats.
- Search for your preferred institute and category in the PDF.
- Compare your MAH BDes CET 2026 rank with the listed closing rank.
- Download and save the cutoff PDF for future reference.
How to Read the Cutoff Ranks?
The cutoff indicates the last rank accepted for admission in Round 2. It is listed according to different categories and seat types. Candidates should compare their MAH BDes CET 2026 rank with the closing rank of their preferred institute.
- If your rank is better than the closing rank, you may have a better chance of admission.
- If your rank is lower than the closing rank, you may need to wait for subsequent counselling rounds.
The cutoff may change in Round 3, depending on seat availability and candidate movement.
MAH BDes CAP 2025 Round 2 Timeline for Reference
Last year the CET Cell followed a tight Round 2 window. The 2026 window is expected to be similar.
| Event | 2025 Round 2 Dates |
|---|---|
| Provisional Seat Allotment | August 5, 2025 |
| Seat Acceptance Window | August 6 to 8, 2025 |
| Reporting to Institute | August 6 to 8, 2025 |
| Display of Vacant Seats | August 10, 2025 |
Action Plan for Candidates
- Download both the All India and Maharashtra State cutoff PDFs.
- Compare your CET rank with the closing ranks of your preferred institutes.
- Check your Round 2 seat allotment status on the official portal.
- Accept the allotted seat within the prescribed deadline.
- Report to the allotted institute with all required documents.
- Keep the printed allotment letter and fee receipt ready for verification.
- Candidates are advised to regularly check the official CAP portal for updates regarding the next counselling round, seat allotment and admission deadlines.