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MHT CET 2026 Seat Matrix Out - Download CAP Round 1 Details at cetcell.mahacet.org

State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra (Website)

Location: Maharashtra

Total Vacancies

192180

Job Description

Overview

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has officially published the seat matrix for the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) Round 1 for the 2026-27 academic year. This document provides a comprehensive breakdown of available seats for BE and BTech programs across various participating institutes in the state. Candidates participating in the engineering counselling process are advised to review these figures to make informed decisions during their option entry phase.

Key Responsibilities

Reviewing the seat matrix to understand the distribution of seats across different engineering branches.
Comparing seat availability across government, aided, and private unaided institutions.
Utilizing the data to strategically fill out the choice list for CAP Round 1.
Verifying category-wise seat allocations to assess admission probabilities.
Monitoring the official portal for any potential revisions or updates to the seat matrix.
Ensuring that the selected college preferences align with the current seat availability.

Why It Matters

Accessing the seat matrix is a critical step for students to optimize their college preferences. By understanding the exact number of seats available, candidates can better align their choices with their merit rank, thereby increasing their chances of securing a seat in their preferred institution during the first round of allotment.

Important Dates

Seat Matrix Release: 27 July 2026
Option Entry Window: 28 July to 30 July 2026
Seat Allotment Result: 2 August 2026

Quick Facts

Total Seats: 1,92,180
Participating Institutes: 380
State: Maharashtra
Category: Engineering Admission

Selection Process

The selection process for MHT CET 2026 engineering admissions is conducted through a centralized process. Candidates are allotted seats based on their merit rank obtained in the entrance examination, their category, and the preferences submitted during the option entry window. The system automatically processes these inputs against the available seat matrix to determine the final allotment for each round. Candidates must report to their allotted institute by the specified deadline to confirm their admission.

Vacancy Details

Total Engineering Seats: 1,92,180
Participating Institutes: 380
New Institutes Added: 8
Increase in Seats: 14,195

How to Apply

Navigate to the official CAP portal at fe2026.mahacet.org.
Locate the section dedicated to Engineering CAP 2026-27 on the main dashboard.
Select the link labeled 'Seat Matrix' to view the data.
The document will open as a PDF; download it for offline reference.
Use the information to finalize your college and branch preferences.
Log in to your candidate account using your credentials to complete the option entry process.
Submit your choices before the deadline and save a copy of your submitted form for future reference.