The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (MHT CET) 2026 counselling process is currently underway, with the option entry phase recently concluding. As students eagerly await the next steps in the admission process, it is essential to understand the current status of the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) and what lies ahead. The counselling for MHT CET is being managed by the CET Cell of Maharashtra, which is responsible for overseeing the entire admission procedure.The MHT CET counselling process consists of several key stages, including registration, document verification, preparation of the merit list, option entry, and seat allotment. Following these stages, candidates must complete seat acceptance formalities to secure their admissions. The CET Cell has planned for four rounds of counselling, after which an institute-level admission process will address any remaining vacant seats. Recently, the final merit list was published, confirming the ranks of candidates eligible for the CAP process.After the release of the merit list, candidates were able to access the option form through their login portals. Those listed in the merit list had the opportunity to fill in their preferences for seat allotment. The option entry for the first round of MHT CET CAP was open from July 28 to July 30. With this phase now complete, students are preparing to transition to the next stage of the process.The CET Cell will now evaluate candidates based on their ranks, the preferences they submitted, and the availability of seats to determine the allotment. Students can expect to view the results of the MHT CET seat allotment for round 1 on August 2. This announcement will be crucial for candidates as they will need to follow specific steps to check their allotment results once they are released.As the MHT CET counselling progresses, students are encouraged to stay informed about the latest updates regarding admission schedules, seat allotments, and other related news. The CET Cell aims to facilitate a smooth admission process, ensuring that all candidates have access to the necessary information to make informed decisions about their educational futures.
