MHT CET Lateral Entry Admissions Close Tomorrow

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell is closing the registration window for direct second-year (lateral entry) admissions to Bachelor of Engineering (BE) and Bachelor of Technology (BTech) programmes tomorrow, July 19, 2026, at 5 pm.

Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official website, mahacet.org. The registration process can be completed by opting for either e-scrutiny or physical scrutiny for document verification. It is essential for candidates to complete the verification process, as applications that are not confirmed through either mode will be rejected and will not be included in the merit list.

The Centralised Admission Process (CAP) is being conducted for admission to government, government-aided, university-managed, university departments, private unaided professional institutes, and minority engineering colleges across Maharashtra for the 2026-27 academic session.

The important dates for the MHT CET CAP 2026 are as follows: online registration began on July 7, 2026, and the last date to apply is July 19, 2026, at 5 pm. Document verification will take place from July 8 to July 20, 2026, at 5 pm. The provisional merit list will be released on July 22, 2026, and candidates can submit grievances from July 23 to July 25, 2026, at 5 pm. The final merit list will be released on July 27, 2026.

The application fee for the MHT CET CAP 2026 is ₹1,300 for general category candidates and ₹1,000 for reserved categories, orphan, and transgender candidates. The fee can be paid through debit card, credit card, net banking, and UPI. It is non-refundable.

To be eligible for the MHT CET CAP 2026, candidates must be Indian citizens and satisfy any one of the following conditions: passed a three-year Diploma or two-year (lateral entry) Diploma in Engineering & Technology with minimum 45% marks (general) or 40% marks for Maharashtra reserved category, EWS, and PwD candidates; passed a BSc degree from a UGC/AIU-recognised university with minimum 45% marks (general) or 40% marks for eligible reserved category candidates, with mathematics studied in Class 12; or passed a three-year Diploma in Vocation (D.Voc) in the same or allied sector.

Candidates can opt for either e-scrutiny or physical scrutiny for document verification. E-scrutiny involves uploading scanned copies of original documents online, while physical scrutiny requires candidates to visit the allotted scrutiny/facilitation centre with original documents.

The CET Cell has advised candidates to complete both registration and document verification before the deadline to avoid disqualification from the admission process. Candidates are encouraged to check the official website for further updates and instructions.

The MHT CET CAP 2026 is a crucial process for candidates seeking admission to BE and BTech programmes in Maharashtra. With the registration window closing tomorrow, eligible candidates must act quickly to submit their applications and complete the verification process.

In conclusion, the MHT CET CAP 2026 is an important opportunity for candidates to pursue their engineering education in Maharashtra. With the deadline for registration and document verification approaching, candidates must ensure they complete the process on time to avoid missing out on this opportunity. The admission process is expected to be highly competitive, and candidates must be well-prepared to increase their chances of securing a seat in their preferred institution.