MP MBA & MCA Counselling 2026 Schedule Released; Round 1 Registration Begins June 19
The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Madhya Pradesh, has released an official notice. It announces the schedule for the Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Computer Application (MCA) counselling 2026. The document was uploaded on the official website, dte.mponline.gov.in, on June 16, 2026. Candidates can view it there. Round 1 has two separate registration periods depending on how candidates qualify. Those who passed the CMAT can register from June 19 to July 1, 2026. Candidates who qualified through other exams can register until July 19, 2026. Both groups will be competing for seats at participating institutes in Madhya Pradesh. CMAT stands for Common Management Admission Test. It is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for management courses. DTE Madhya Pradesh manages admission to government and private institutions. The body is responsible for allocating seats in technical and management programs across the state.
MP MBA MCA Counselling 2026 Round 1 Key Dates
The schedule divides the registration period based on the qualifying route. The table below gives the confirmed dates for Round 1. The next steps include filling in choices, verifying documents, and getting seat allotments. Candidates should check the schedule PDF on the portal for detailed timelines for each activity.
| Registration Route | Round 1 Start Date | Round 1 Last Date |
|---|---|---|
| CMAT-Based | June 19, 2026 | July 1, 2026 |
| Qualifying Examination-Based | June 19, 2026 | July 19, 2026 |
Who Is Eligible for MP MBA MCA Counselling 2026?
Admissions are open through two different routes for both MBA and MCA. DTE has set clear eligibility criteria for each route.
- CMAT-Based Route: Candidates who have a valid CMAT 2026 score from NTA.
- Qualifying Examination Route: Candidates who don’t have a CMAT score but have the necessary degree
- For MBA: A bachelor's degree in any field with the required minimum marks.
- For MCA: A bachelor's degree with mathematics or statistics as per AICTE guidelines.
How to Register for MP, MBA, and MCA Counselling 2026?
The registration process is fully online through the DTE counselling portal. Make sure you have your marksheets, scorecards, and category certificate ready before starting.
- Go to dte.mponline.gov.in and open the counselling section.
- Select either the MBA or MCA programme under 2026 counselling.
- Fill in your personal, academic, and entrance exam details carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of the required documents online.
- Pay the counselling registration fee and submit the form.
- Save the filled form and payment receipt for future reference.
If you have any issues during registration, DTE has provided a helpline number on the portal. You can call 0755-6720205 from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM on working days.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Visit dte.mponline.gov.in and download the official schedule PDF today.
- Confirm whether you qualify through the CMAT-based route or the qualifying exam route.
- Keep your marksheets, CMAT scorecard, ID proof, and category certificate ready.
- Complete Round 1 registration before the deadline for your route.
- Check the portal regularly for updates on choice filling and seat allotment.