MHT CET 2026 Seat Matrix Out - Download CAP Round 1 Details at cetcell.mahacet.org
| Total Vacancies | 192180 |
Job Description
Overview
The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has officially published the seat matrix for the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) Round 1 for the 2026-27 academic year. This document provides a comprehensive breakdown of available seats for BE and BTech programs across various participating institutes in the state. Candidates participating in the engineering counselling process are advised to review these figures to make informed decisions during their option entry phase.
Key Responsibilities
- Reviewing the seat matrix to understand the distribution of seats across different engineering branches.
- Comparing seat availability across government, aided, and private unaided institutions.
- Utilizing the data to strategically fill out the choice list for CAP Round 1.
- Verifying category-wise seat allocations to assess admission probabilities.
- Monitoring the official portal for any potential revisions or updates to the seat matrix.
- Ensuring that the selected college preferences align with the current seat availability.
Why It Matters
Accessing the seat matrix is a critical step for students to optimize their college preferences. By understanding the exact number of seats available, candidates can better align their choices with their merit rank, thereby increasing their chances of securing a seat in their preferred institution during the first round of allotment.
Important Dates
- Seat Matrix Release: 27 July 2026
- Option Entry Window: 28 July to 30 July 2026
- Seat Allotment Result: 2 August 2026
Quick Facts
- Total Seats: 1,92,180
- Participating Institutes: 380
- State: Maharashtra
- Category: Engineering Admission
Selection Process
Vacancy Details
- Total Engineering Seats: 1,92,180
- Participating Institutes: 380
- New Institutes Added: 8
- Increase in Seats: 14,195
How to Apply
- Navigate to the official CAP portal at fe2026.mahacet.org.
- Locate the section dedicated to Engineering CAP 2026-27 on the main dashboard.
- Select the link labeled 'Seat Matrix' to view the data.
- The document will open as a PDF; download it for offline reference.
- Use the information to finalize your college and branch preferences.
- Log in to your candidate account using your credentials to complete the option entry process.
- Submit your choices before the deadline and save a copy of your submitted form for future reference.
Detailed Notification Link
| Download Seat Matrix | View Notification |