Overview

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has officially released the seat allotment results for the first round of the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) for the 2026 academic session. This process facilitates admissions into first-year undergraduate engineering programs (BE/B.Tech) across various participating institutions in the state. Candidates who participated in the counseling process can now verify their allotment status through the designated official portals.

Key Responsibilities

• Access the official portal using valid login credentials to view allotment status.
• Download the provisional seat allotment letter for documentation purposes.
• Complete the seat acceptance process within the stipulated timeframe to secure the allotted seat.
• Report to the designated institute for physical document verification and final admission confirmation.
• Choose between Freeze, Float, or Slide options based on individual preferences for subsequent rounds.
• Pay the mandatory seat acceptance fee to confirm the provisional allotment.

Why Apply

Securing a seat through the CAP process ensures a transparent and merit-based admission into top-tier engineering colleges in Maharashtra. The structured counseling system provides candidates with multiple options to upgrade their choices through the float and slide mechanisms, maximizing the potential for obtaining a preferred branch or institution.

Important Dates

• Result Declaration: August 2, 2026
• Seat Acceptance and Reporting: August 3 to August 5, 2026
• Round 2 Vacancy Display: August 6, 2026

Quick Facts

• Total Seats Allotted: 1,57,103
• Participating Candidates: 2,19,417
• First Preference Allotments: 16,615
• Category: Engineering Admission

• First seat acceptance: ₹1,000 (non-refundable)
• Second acceptance (if applicable): ₹2,000
• Third acceptance (if applicable): ₹3,000

• Total candidates participated: 2,19,417
• Total seats allotted: 1,57,103
• First-preference college allotments: 16,615

1. Navigate to the official MHT CET CAP portal at fe2026.mahacet.org or cetcell.mahacet.org.
2. Locate the login section and enter your unique Application ID and Password or Date of Birth.
3. Select the link for the CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment Result.
4. Review the details regarding the allotted institute, branch, and category.
5. Download the Provisional Seat Allotment Letter in PDF format for your records.
6. Print a hard copy of the allotment letter, as digital copies may not be accepted at reporting centers.
7. Proceed to the seat acceptance module to confirm your choice and pay the required fee.
8. Visit the allotted institute within the specified dates to complete the final document verification and admission process.
9. Retain a copy of the admission confirmation receipt for future reference.