Overview

The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Maharashtra, has initiated the release of the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) Round 3 seat allotment results for the 2026 academic cycle. This phase represents the third and penultimate stage of the centralized seat allocation for Diploma and Polytechnic courses across the state. Students who participated in the choice-filling process for this round can now verify their allotment status through the official DTE portal.

Key Responsibilities

• Candidates must log in to the official portal using their unique Application ID and password to view their specific seat allocation.
• Allottees are required to verify their personal details, including category, gender, and reservation claims, against the displayed allotment data.
• Students must complete the online seat acceptance process within the designated window to secure their allotted position.
• Candidates who have been upgraded in this round must report to the newly assigned institute, as their previous seat claims are automatically voided.
• Those who did not receive an upgrade must proceed with the reporting process at their previously allotted college.
• Successful candidates must complete physical document verification and pay the balance tuition fees at their respective institutes by the specified deadline.

Why Apply

Securing a seat through the CAP process ensures admission into recognized polytechnic institutions in Maharashtra. This centralized system provides a transparent and merit-based pathway for students to pursue technical diploma education, facilitating career growth in engineering and technology sectors.

Important Dates

• Result Declaration: July 30, 2026
• Online Seat Acceptance: July 31 to August 1, 2026
• Reporting to Institute: On or before August 1, 2026

Quick Facts

• Conducting Body: DTE Maharashtra
• Admission Type: Diploma/Polytechnic
• Status: Round 3 Result Declared

• First-Year Diploma Courses
• Direct Second-Year (Lateral Entry) Diploma Courses

1. Visit the official DTE Maharashtra portal at poly26.dtemaharashtra.gov.in or dsd26.dtemaharashtra.gov.in.
2. Locate and click on the 'Candidate Login' section on the homepage.
3. Enter your unique Application ID, password, and the provided CAPTCHA code.
4. Navigate to the 'Round 3 Allotment' link available on your personal dashboard.
5. Review the seat allotment details carefully to confirm your assigned college and branch.
6. Download the seat allotment letter in PDF format and ensure all details are clearly visible.
7. Print multiple copies of the allotment letter for use during the physical reporting and document verification process at the allotted institute.
8. Keep a digital copy of the allotment letter and payment receipt for future reference.