Option Entry for MHT CET 2026 CAP Round 2 Starts at fe2026.mahacet.org; Selection Deadline is August 9

The Maharashtra State CET Cell has officially launched the option entry process for the MHT CET 2026 CAP Round 2, starting today, August 7. Eligible candidates can access the official admission portal at fe2026.mahacet.org to fill in their preferred colleges and courses. This option entry window will remain open until August 9, providing a brief but crucial opportunity for students to refine their choices based on the latest available data.

The commencement of the second round of choice filling follows the release of the CAP Round 2 vacancy list on August 6. Candidates are encouraged to carefully review the newly available seats and adjust their preferences accordingly before finalizing their option forms. This step is vital for those looking to secure a spot in a more desirable college or program.

To complete the option entry process, candidates should follow a series of straightforward steps. First, they need to visit the official MHT CET CAP counselling portal and log in using their registered application ID and password. Once logged in, they can access the CAP Round Option Form, search for colleges by various criteria, and add their preferred college-course combinations. It is essential for candidates to arrange their preferences in the desired order and review all options thoroughly before saving and confirming the form.

The timeline for the CAP Round 2 is critical, with the option entry closing on August 9 and the seat allotment scheduled for August 12. This round provides candidates, especially those who opted for betterment in the first round, with another chance to secure admission based on the vacant seats available after the initial round of admissions.

The final allotment of seats will be determined by several factors, including the candidate’s merit rank, category, and the reservation rules in place, as well as the order of choices filled in the option form. As the deadline approaches, candidates are advised to stay informed and make their selections wisely to enhance their chances of admission into their preferred institutions.