MHT CET Counselling Date 2026 is one of the most searched pieces of information for students who have cleared MHT CET 2026 and are now waiting to know when the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) begins. The full MHT CET Counselling 2026 schedule, including the start date of the Centralised Admission Process (CAP), has yet to be announced by State CET Cell, Maharashtra. The full CAP schedule will normally be posted on the official website cetcell.mahacet.org after the MHT CET 2026 result is announced.
This article covers the complete expected schedule for MHT CET Counselling 2026, from registration to the final CAP round, so you know exactly what is coming and when.
MHT CET Counselling 2026 Expected Schedule
Based on the pattern from previous years, here is the expected timeline. These are indicative dates. The official schedule will be notified on the CET Cell website and candidates must check it regularly for updates.
| Activity | Expected Dates (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| MHT CET 2026 Exam (PCM / PCB) | April to May 2026 |
| MHT CET 2026 Result Declaration | May to June 2026 |
| Release of Information Brochure for CAP | June 2026 |
| Online CAP Registration and Application Form | June 2026 |
| Payment of Application Fee (JEE/NEET candidates) | June 2026 |
| Document Upload (Online) | June 2026 |
| Document Verification at Facilitation Centres | June to July 2026 |
| Provisional Merit List Display | July 2026 |
| Grievance Submission Period | July 2026 |
| Final Merit List Display | July 2026 |
| CAP Round I – Option Form Filling | July 2026 |
| CAP Round I – Seat Allotment Result | July 2026 |
| CAP Round I – Reporting to ARC / Online Self-Scrutiny | July 2026 |
| CAP Round II – Option Form Filling and Allotment | Late July to August 2026 |
| CAP Round III – Option Form Filling and Allotment | August 2026 |
| CAP Round IV – Option Form Filling and Allotment | August 2026 |
| Institutional Level Admissions (after CAP Round IV) | August to September 2026 |
| Commencement of Academic Session | As notified by respective universities |
All activities above are time-bound. The CET Cell does not extend deadlines for individual candidates under any circumstances.
Key Dates to Pay Special Attention To
Out of the entire counselling schedule, these are the dates that matter the most and where candidates most commonly make mistakes.
- CAP Registration Last Date: Missing the registration window means you are out of the entire process. Once registration closes, no new applications are accepted.
- Document Verification Deadline: If you do not verify your documents at a Facilitation Center within the specified time, your application will not be eligible for any CAP round.
- Option Form Confirmation Deadline: All option forms for each CAP round have to be filled out and confirmed prior to the expiration. If your option form is not confirmed, it will not be processed for allotment.
- ARC Reporting or Online Self-Scrutiny Deadline: After you have received an allotment of a seat, you must report to either the Admission Reporting Centre (ARC) or complete your online Self-Scrutiny and pay the Rs. 1,000 “seat acceptance fee” before the specified date. Failure to report as required will result in being ineligible to receive your allotted seat in addition to possibly losing eligibility to participate in subsequent rounds depending upon the circumstances.
- Full Fee Refund Cancellation Deadline: If you wish to cancel admission and get a full refund (minus Rs. 1,000 processing fee), you must cancel before the date specified by the Competent Authority for full fee refund.
MHT CET Counselling Date 2026: Round-Wise Summary
| Round | Key Activities | When It Happens |
|---|---|---|
| CAP Round I | Option form fill and lock, seat allotment, report to ARC / self-scrutiny, pay seat acceptance fee | July 2026 |
| CAP Round II | Fresh/modified option form, allotment of remaining seats, ARC reporting for new allottees | Late July 2026 |
| CAP Round III | Option form for eligible candidates, allotment, ARC reporting for new allottees | Early August 2026 |
| CAP Round IV | Final round, option form, allotment, ARC reporting — no improvement round after this | Mid August 2026 |
| Institutional Admissions | Institutes fill remaining vacant seats at institute level | August to September 2026 |
What Happens If You Miss a Counselling Date?
Missing any deadline in MHT CET Counselling 2026 has direct consequences:
- Missing registration: You cannot participate in any CAP at all.
- Missing document verification: Your merit number is not assigned and you are not included in any merit list.
- Not filling the option form for a round: You are excluded from that round’s allotment. You can still participate in the next round if eligible.
- Not reporting to ARC after allotment: Your allotted seat is cancelled automatically.
- Missing seat acceptance fee payment: Treated as rejection of the offered seat.
The CET Cell does not make exceptions. All processes are computer-operated and time-bound.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When will MHT CET Counselling 2026 start?
A. MHT CET Counselling for 2026 is likely to commence in June, after the declaration of the MHT CET Result. The official schedule can be accessed from cetcell.mahacet.org.
Q. When will the MHT CET 2026 result be declared?
A. MHT CET Results for 2026 are likely to be declared in May – June 2026 about 2-3 weeks after the completion of Exam. The MHT CET 2026 Results will be available on the official CET Cell Portal.
Q. How many CAP rounds are there in MHT CET 2026?
A. There are 4 CAP Rounds for B.Tech & most other UG/PG Technical Courses. Each CAP Round has its own options Form filling, Allotment, & Reporting from Schedule.
Q. What is the last date to register for MHT CET CAP 2026?
A. June 2026 is the estimated date of Last Day to Register, pending notification on cetcell.mahacet.org. Candidates must complete registration, fee payment, document uploading, & Facilitation Centre verification prior to this date.
Q. What is the last date to register for MHT CET CAP 2026?
A. The last date for CAP registration is expected in June 2026. The exact date will be notified on cetcell.mahacet.org. Candidates must complete registration, fee payment, document upload, and Facilitation Centre verification before this deadline.
Q. Will the MHT CET Counselling 2026 dates be the same for all courses?
A. While B.Tech, B.Pharm, and other technical UG courses generally follow the same CAP calendar, some courses may have slightly different schedules. The CET Cell publishes a separate schedule for each course group. Always check the brochure for your specific course.
Q. Where will the MHT CET Counselling 2026 schedule be officially published?
A. The complete counselling schedule is published on cetcell.mahacet.org.
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