MHCET Law 2026: Institute Level Round Merit List Released for 5-Year LLB

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has officially released the merit list for the institute-level round of the 5-year LLB program for the 2026 academic session. This release, published on September 30, 2026, pertains specifically to candidates seeking admission through ACAP and management quota seats.

Students who submitted fresh college preferences between September 26 and September 28, 2026, are eligible to view their status. The merit list is available in a college-wise format, allowing applicants to verify their standing for specific institutions through the official Centralised Admission Process (CAP) portal at llb5cap26.mahacet.org.

Accessing the Merit List and Admission Schedule

To view the merit list, candidates should navigate to the official CAP website and select the tab labeled Check Vacancy/Allotment. Notably, the system does not require individual login credentials to access these generated lists. In addition to the online portal, participating institutions have been instructed to display the merit lists on their respective official websites and physical notice boards.

The CET Cell has clarified that this merit list is final, and there is no provision for candidates to raise objections against the published rankings. Applicants are advised to review the details provided in the online list carefully. Should any discrepancies be identified, candidates are encouraged to contact the relevant examination authorities immediately to address the error.

Next Steps for Candidates

Following the publication of the merit list, the admission process for the institute-level round is scheduled to take place from October 1 to October 4, 2026. During this window, colleges will proceed with admissions based on the merit rankings provided in the current list.

The merit list encompasses various categories, including Maharashtra State (MS) candidates, Outside Maharashtra State (OMS) applicants, Jammu and Kashmir migrants, as well as NRI, OCI, PIO, and foreign national candidates. As the admission window is limited, students are encouraged to complete their institutional formalities within the specified timeframe to secure their seats.