MHT CET Counselling Documents Required 2026 is a checklist every candidate must prepare well before the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) begins. Missing even one document during verification can lead to rejection of your candidature or cancellation of your allotted seat and deadlines do not wait.
This guide covers every document you need, who needs what, the correct format requirements, and what happens if a document is found invalid.
Document Upload Specifications
All documents uploaded online during CAP registration must meet the following technical requirements:
| Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| File Format | .jpg or .gif only |
| Minimum Resolution | 150 dpi |
| Maximum File Size | 1 MB per document |
| Content | Scanned copy of original document only |
Facilitation Centres assist candidates free of cost with scanning and uploading if needed.
Documents Required for All Candidates (Mandatory for Everyone)
Every candidate must submit an application that includes the following types of documents, without exception to their classification, category of eligibility, or their chosen course of study. Documents Required:
- SSC Mark Sheet and Certificate – Identifies name and d.o.b and confirms basic eligibility
- HSC / (Also known as Class 12) Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate – Confirm eligibility to enter first year courses as a planned entry point.
- Diploma Mark Sheet (for Lateral Entry Candidates) – Provides Confirmation of eligibility to enter 2nd year Directly.
- Graduation Mark-sheet (for Post Graduate Course Candidates); Postgraduate Program Eligibility Confirmed.
- 2026 MHT-CET (for Candidate Resident in Maharashtra); Entrance Examination Score.
- 2026 JEE-Main for All-India candidates; Entrance Examination Score.
- View Entry in MHCET / GPAT / NATA / UCEED / CUET; As Applicable Based On Candidate’s Course of Application.
- Certificate of Indian Citizenship; Proof of Citizenship.
- School Leaving Certificate – If Required To Verify Candidacy In Maharashtra
The name on your CAP Application and your date of birth must exactly match the name in your certificate of SSC (Class 10); there will be no exceptions; Any Mismatch Will Result In Rejection.
Documents Based on Candidature Type
Your candidature type determines which seats you are eligible for. Each type has its own document requirement.
| Candidature Type | Document Required |
|---|---|
| Type A – Passed SSC and HSC from Maharashtra and domicile or born in Maharashtra | Domicile Certificate or Birth Certificate showing Maharashtra as place of birth, or School Leaving Certificate confirming study in Maharashtra |
| Type B – Father or mother domiciled in Maharashtra | Domicile Certificate of father or mother (not the candidate’s own) issued by the competent authority of Maharashtra |
| Type C – Father or mother is Central Govt / GoI Undertaking employee posted in Maharashtra | Certificate from employer in Proforma-A confirming current posting in Maharashtra before the CAP application last date |
| Type D – Father or mother is Maharashtra State Govt / State Undertaking employee or retired | Certificate from employer in Proforma-B or undertaking with documentary evidence for retired employees showing place of settlement |
| Type E – Maharashtra-Karnataka border area with Marathi mother tongue | Certificate in Proforma G1 confirming candidate belongs to Maharashtra-Karnataka border area AND Certificate in Proforma G2 confirming Marathi as mother tongue |
Documents for Reserved Category Candidates
| Category | Documents Required |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | Caste Certificate (from competent authority) + Caste Validity Certificate |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | Caste Certificate (from competent authority) + Caste Validity Certificate |
| Vimukta Jati / De-Notified Tribes (NT-A) | Caste Certificate + Caste Validity Certificate + Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (valid up to 31.03.2026) |
| Nomadic Tribes NT-B / NT-C / NT-D | Caste Certificate + Caste Validity Certificate + Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (valid up to 31.03.2026) |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | Caste Certificate + Caste Validity Certificate + Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (valid up to 31.03.2026) |
| Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) | Caste Certificate + Caste Validity Certificate + Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (valid up to 31.03.2026) |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | EWS Eligibility Certificate in Proforma-V valid for 2025-26 |
Non-Creamy Layer Certificate must be valid up to 31st March 2026. Expired certificates are not accepted. EWS certificate must specifically be valid for the 2025-26 financial year.
Documents for Sub-Category Candidates
Defence Candidates (DEF-1, DEF-2, DEF-3)
| Sub-Category | Documents Required |
|---|---|
| DEF-1 — Ex-servicemen domiciled in Maharashtra | Defence Service Certificate in Proforma-C + Domicile certificate of parent confirming domicile in Maharashtra |
| DEF-2 — Active servicemen domiciled in Maharashtra | Defence Service Certificate in Proforma-C + Domicile certificate of parent confirming domicile in Maharashtra |
| DEF-3 — Active servicemen posted in Maharashtra but not domiciled | Defence Service Certificate in Proforma-C + Certificate in Proforma-D (currently posted in Maharashtra) OR Proforma-E (family retained at previous posting in Maharashtra) |
DEF-3 candidates must have passed HSC from a school in Maharashtra. This is a mandatory additional condition.
Persons with Disability (PwD)
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Disability Certificate | Issued by competent authority; must clearly state disability is permanent and minimum 40% in extent |
| Domicile Certificate | Maharashtra domicile certificate of the candidate |
The certificate must mention the type and percentage of disability explicitly. Certificates that do not clearly state permanence and minimum 40% extent are not accepted.
Orphan Candidates
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Orphan Certificate | In Proforma-U as prescribed |
Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS) Candidates
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Income Certificate | Annual income below Rs. 8 lakh from all sources; issued by appropriate competent authority of Maharashtra State |
Documents for Special Candidature Candidates
J&K and Ladakh Migrant Candidates
- Defence / Government servant posted in J&K – Proforma-J
- Staying in refugee camp – Proforma-K
- Displaced family – Proforma-L
- Kashmiri Pandit / Hindu family with J&K domicile – Proforma-M
Minority Candidates
- Minority Declaration or Leaving Certificate – In Proforma-O confirming linguistic or religious minority status
- Domicile Certificate – Maharashtra domicile of the candidate or Type-A documents
NRI / OCI / PIO / Foreign National Candidates
- Documents are notified separately by the CET Cell from time to time on cetcell.mahacet.org. Check the official portal for the updated list before applying.
Sponsored Candidates (PG Courses)
- Sponsorship Certificate – Proforma-P (from sponsoring organization) and Proforma-Q (undertaking from candidate)
Working Professional Candidates
- Experience Certificate – Proforma-W1 from employer confirming minimum one year full-time or regular work experience
- Declaration – Proforma-W2 self-declaration confirming industry is within 50 km radial distance from the admitting institute
Documents Required at the Institute After Final Allotment
When you report to the allotted institute, carry the following in original along with one set of self-attested photocopies:
- All documents listed above (originals)
- Provisional Seat Allotment Letter (downloaded from portal)
- Seat Acceptance Fee Receipt
- Demand Draft or payment proof for college fee (as applicable)
- Passport-size photographs (as required by the institution)
- Migration Certificate and Transfer Certificate (TC) — to be submitted to the admitted institution
If you cannot produce original certificates at the time of reporting because they are retained at another institution you are already enrolled in, you must submit an attested copy along with a certificate from the Head of that institution confirming the originals are held there. You will be given 4 working days to submit the originals after fee payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the most important document for MHT CET CAP 2026?
A. The SSC (Class 10) marksheet and certificate is the most critical document. Your name and date of birth in the application must exactly match this certificate.
Q. Can I upload documents in PDF format?
A. No. Only .jpg or .gif format is accepted. Maximum file size is 1 MB per document at a minimum resolution of 150 dpi.
Q. My OBC certificate was issued last year. Is it valid for MHT CET CAP 2026?
A. OBC Certificate will only be acknowledged as valid if the Non-Creamy Layer Certificate has a validity period until 31 March 2026. If either certificates cause you to not be admitted to document verification, you will need to obtain a new certificate.
Q. Do I need a separate domicile certificate if I studied 10th and 12th in Maharashtra?
A. For Type A candidature, a domicile certificate, birth certificate showing Maharashtra, or school leaving certificate confirming study in Maharashtra is sufficient. A separate domicile certificate may not always be needed if other valid proof is available.
Q. What proforma certificates are required for Defence candidates?
A. Defence candidates must provide: DEF-1 and DEF-2 must provide a Proforma-C and a domicile certificate; DEF-3 must include: (1) a Proforma-C, and (2) either a Proforma-D or a Proforma-E. The Pro forma Certificate is available on cetcell.mahacet.org.
Q. Can I change my category from General to Reserved after submitting the CAP form?
A. No. Category cannot be changed from General to Reserved at any stage after submission. Only Reserved to General is permitted if valid category certificates cannot be produced at ARC.
Q. Where can I download the certificate proformas for MHT CET CAP 2026?
A. All proformas (Proforma-A, B, C, D, E, G1, G2, J, K, L, M, O, P, Q, U, V, W1, W2, etc.) are available on the official CET Cell portal at cetcell.mahacet.org under the admission information brochure section.
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