Maharashtra CET Cell Announces B.E./B.Tech Admission Schedule 2025-26: Registration Starts June 28

The Government of Maharashtra's State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has officially opened the gates for engineering aspirants. A detailed admission notice has been published for the four-year B.E./B.Tech and five-year integrated M.E./M.Tech programs in government, government-aided, university-managed, and private institutes across Maharashtra for the academic year 2025-26. 📣

The entire admission process, from registration and document uploading to option form filling and seat acceptance (CAP Rounds), will be conducted online through the official website, www.mahacet.org.

Key Admission Schedule 🗓️

The CET Cell has laid out a provisional schedule for candidates. It is crucial for students to adhere to these deadlines.

Online Registration & Document Upload:
June 28, 2025, to July 8, 2025 (up to 5:00 PM)

Document Verification & Application Confirmation (Online Mode):
June 30, 2025, to July 9, 2025 (up to 5:00 PM)

Display of Provisional Merit List:
July 12, 2025

Submission of Grievances:
July 13, 2025, to July 15, 2025 (up to 5:00 PM)

Display of Final Merit List:
July 17, 2025

Note: The schedule for CAP round option form filling and allotment will be declared later.

Who is Eligible? 🎓

Eligibility criteria vary slightly based on the candidate's type. Here’s a simplified breakdown:

For Maharashtra State, All India, and J&K and Ladakh Migrant Candidates:

1. Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
2. Academic Qualification: Passed 10+2 or equivalent examination.
3. Mandatory Subjects: Physics and Mathematics are compulsory.
4. Optional Subjects: One subject from Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, Technical Vocational subject, Computer Science, IT, etc.
5. Percentage: A minimum of 45% marks in the above subjects combined (40% for Reserved categories, EWS, and PwD candidates from Maharashtra).
6. Entrance Exam: Must have a non-zero score in MHT-CET 2025 (PCM or PCB group depending on the course) or a non-zero positive score in JEE (Main) Paper-I.

For NRI / OCI / PIO / CIWGC / Foreign National Candidates:

Candidates should have passed the 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics, along with one other relevant subject, securing at least 45% marks.

How to Apply: The Application Process 💻

The application process is completely online. Candidates do not need to visit any center for registration.

Step 1: Register on www.mahacet.org.
Step 2: Fill the online application form with accurate details.
Step 3: Scan and upload the required documents.
Step 4: Choose a document verification mode: E-Scrutiny (fully online) or Physical Scrutiny (visit to a selected Facilitation Center - FC).
Step 5: Pay the application fee, if applicable.

Application Fee 💸

For MHT-CET 2025 Registered Candidates: No Fee

For Candidates applying through JEE Main / other valid scores (who did not register for MHT-CET):

General Category (from Maharashtra & other states), J&K and Ladakh Migrants: ₹ 1000/-

Reserved Category [SC, ST, VJ/DT, NT, OBC, SBC, EWS, SEBC] & PwD, Orphan, Transgender Candidates (from Maharashtra only): ₹ 800/-

Important Instructions for All Candidates ⚠️

1. Document Verification: The E-Scrutiny mode is recommended, as it allows verification from anywhere without a physical visit. If any errors are found, the application will be sent back to the candidate's login for correction.

2. Reservation Certificates: Candidates from SC, VJ/DT, NT, OBC, SBC, and SEBC categories must produce a "Caste Validity Certificate." ST candidates need a "Tribe Validity Certificate."

3. Non-Creamy Layer: All backward class candidates (except SC/ST) must have a Non-Creamy Layer certificate valid up to March 31, 2026.

4. EWS Certificate: EWS candidates must provide the eligibility certificate as per the prescribed format for the AY 2025-26.

5. Failure to Produce Documents: If a candidate fails to produce the required original reservation certificates during verification, they will be treated as a General category candidate.

For any queries or assistance, candidates can contact the official helpline numbers: +91-9175108612 or 18002098851 (10:00 AM to 6:00 PM). 📞

All aspiring engineering students are advised to regularly check the official website www.mahacet.org for the latest updates and announcements regarding the admission process.