The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has announced the counselling schedule for the MH CET 5-year LLB Centralised Admission Process (CAP) 2026. Aspiring law students can register online for the counselling process at llb5cap26.mahacet.org until July 17. This marks the first step in securing admission to the 5-year LLB programme across Maharashtra.
To participate in the counselling, candidates must complete the online registration by uploading all necessary documents and submitting their application. The CET Cell will then verify these documents through an e-scrutiny process scheduled for July 21.
Understanding the MH CET 5-Year LLB CAP Process
The MH CET 5-year LLB CAP is a centralized system designed to streamline admissions into law colleges across Maharashtra. Candidates who have qualified the MH CET Law exam can apply through this process to secure seats in various government and private law institutions offering the integrated 5-year LLB course.
The CAP system ensures transparency and merit-based seat allocation. After registration and document verification, a merit list is prepared based on candidates’ CET scores. This list guides the seat allotment and counselling rounds, allowing candidates to select colleges according to their rank and preferences.
Important Dates and Required Documents
Key dates for the MH CET 5-year LLB CAP 2026 counselling include:
- Registration deadline: July 17
- Document e-scrutiny: July 21
- Merit list publication: July 22
- Grievance submission and document editing: July 22 to July 24
- First merit list declaration: July 28
Applicants must prepare the following documents for upload during registration:
- Passport size color photograph (20KB to 50KB)
- Signature image (10KB to 20KB)
- SSC and HSC mark sheets
- MH CET 5-year LLB 2026 online application form
- MH CET 5-year LLB 2026 scorecard
- Domicile certificate, birth certificate, and school leaving certificate
- Caste certificate and non-creamy layer certificate (if applicable)
- EWS certificate
- Defence service certificate
- PwD medical certificate
- Jammu and Kashmir certificate
- Minority community declaration
- Employer certificate (if applicable)
Why Timely Registration and Document Accuracy Matter
Registering before the July 17 deadline is crucial to avoid missing out on counselling opportunities. The CET Cell’s e-scrutiny on July 21 will verify the authenticity of uploaded documents, and any discrepancies can affect a candidate’s eligibility.
The merit list released on July 22 will determine candidates’ chances of admission based on their CET scores. The window to raise grievances and correct documents between July 22 and 24 offers a chance to fix errors, but it requires prompt action.
Overall, the CAP counselling process ensures a fair and merit-based admission system. Candidates who carefully prepare their documents and adhere to deadlines will have the best opportunity to secure a seat in Maharashtra’s competitive 5-year LLB programmes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where can candidates register for MH CET 5-year LLB CAP 2026 counselling?
A: Candidates must register online at llb5cap26.mahacet.org before the July 17 deadline.
Q: What documents are required for the counselling registration?
A: Candidates need to upload a passport size photo, signature, SSC and HSC mark sheets, CET scorecard, domicile certificate, caste and other applicable certificates listed by the CET Cell.
Q: When will the merit list for MH CET 5-year LLB CAP 2026 be published?
A: The first merit list will be released on July 22, with a final merit list scheduled for July 28.
