MAH MBA CET & MHT CET CAP 2026 Registration Begins; Check Complete Counselling Schedule and Key Dates

The State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Maharashtra has officially started the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) 2026 for admissions to MBA, MMS, BE, and BTech programs. Candidates can now complete their online registration through the official CET Cell portal.

The counselling process is one of the most important stages for students seeking admission to management and engineering colleges across Maharashtra. Along with opening the registration window, the CET Cell has also announced the complete schedule for document verification, merit list publication, grievance submission, and the release of the final merit list.

The registration window is open from July 2 to July 12, 2026, and candidates are advised to complete all formalities well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

MAH CET CAP 2026: Important Dates

The complete counselling timeline is given below:

After the final merit list is released, the CET Cell will begin the CAP seat allotment rounds for admissions.

Who Can Participate?

For MBA/MMS Admissions

Candidates who have appeared for MAH MBA CET 2026 are eligible to participate in the counselling process.

In addition, candidates with valid scores in the following national-level entrance exams can also apply under the All India Category:

• CAT
• XAT
• CMAT
• MAT
• ATMA

Students who appeared for both sessions of the MAH MBA CET 2026 examination will be considered based on their best score, giving them a better opportunity during seat allotment.

For BE/BTech Admissions

Candidates who qualified the MHT CET 2026 examination and meet the eligibility criteria can register for engineering admissions through CAP 2026.

Eligible candidates from outside Maharashtra can also participate under the applicable candidature category.

How to Register for MAH CET CAP 2026

The registration process is completely online. Candidates can follow these steps:

1. Visit the official CET Cell counselling portal.
2. Select the relevant course (MBA/MMS or BE/BTech).
3. Log in using your registered credentials.
4. Fill in your personal, academic, and entrance exam details.
5. Upload all the required documents.
6. Submit the application and save the confirmation receipt.

Candidates should carefully verify all information before submitting the application, as incorrect details may delay document verification.

Documents Required

Keep the following documents ready before starting the registration process:

• MAH CET/MHT CET scorecard
• Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
• Graduation mark sheets (for MBA candidates)
• Domicile Certificate
• School Leaving Certificate
• Aadhaar Card
• Caste Certificate and Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (if applicable)
• Passport-size photograph and signature

Uploading clear and valid documents will ensure a smoother verification process.

What Happens After Registration?

Once the registration and verification process is completed, the CET Cell will publish the provisional merit list on July 15.

Candidates who notice any discrepancy in their details can submit grievances between July 16 and July 18. After resolving all objections, the final merit list will be released on July 20, 2026.

Based on this merit list, candidates will participate in the CAP rounds, where they can fill in their preferred colleges and courses. Seat allotment will be conducted in multiple rounds, followed by seat acceptance and reporting to the allotted institute.

Why This Counselling Is Important

The CAP process is the gateway to admission into some of Maharashtra's leading engineering and management institutes. Since admissions are entirely merit-based, completing every step within the prescribed timeline is essential.

Students should not wait until the last day to register. Early registration allows enough time to correct document-related issues and ensures a hassle-free counselling experience.