Introduction
The State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Maharashtra, has announced the MHT CET CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment Result 2026 for admission to first-year BE/B.Tech courses across Maharashtra. The result was published on August 2, 2026, on the official CAP websites fe2026.mahacet.org and cetcell.mahacet.org. Candidates need to log in using their Application ID and Password (or Date of Birth) to download their provisional allotment letter. Seat acceptance and reporting to the allotted institute must be done between August 3 and August 5, 2026.
MHT CET CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment 2026 - Overview Table
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Maharashtra |
| Counselling Process | Centralised Admission Process (CAP) 2026 |
| Round | CAP Round 1 |
| Courses Covered | BE/B.Tech (First Year Engineering) |
| Result Release Date | August 2, 2026 |
| Official Websites | fe2026.mahacet.org and cetcell.mahacet.org |
| Login Credentials Required | Application ID and Password (or Date of Birth) |
| Seat Allotment Window | August 5, 2026 |
| Mode of Result | Online |
MHT CET CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CAP Round 1 seat allotment result declared | August 2, 2026 |
| Seat acceptance and fee payment | August 5, 2026 |
| Reporting to allotted institute | August 3 to August 5, 2026 |
| Display of provisional vacant seats for Round 2 | August 6, 2026 |
| Round 2 option form submission window | August 7 to August 9, 2026 |
| CAP Round 2 seat allotment result | August 12, 2026 |
| Round 2 seat acceptance and reporting | August 13 to August 17, 2026 |
MHT CET CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment Data at a Glance
| Particulars | Number |
|---|---|
| Total candidates who participated in Round 1 | 2,19,417 |
| Total seats allotted | 1,57,103 |
| Candidates allotted their first-preference (Choice 1) college | 16,615 |
How Is the Seat Allotment Prepared?
The seat allotment for MHT CET CAP Round 1 is done by considering several factors such as candidates' merit based on their CET scores, their submitted preferences for colleges and courses, reservation policies, and availability of seats in various institutes.
MHT CET CAP Round 1 Seat Acceptance Fee
| Acceptance Instance | Fee |
|---|---|
| First seat acceptance (CAP Round 1) | ₹1,000 (non-refundable) |
| Second acceptance, if applicable (via Betterment/Float in a later round) | ₹2,000 |
| Third acceptance, if applicable | ₹3,000 |
Freeze, Float, and Slide: What Do They Mean?
After seeing your seat allotment, you must decide how to proceed by choosing one of these options during seat acceptance:
| Option | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Freeze | You accept the allotted seat as final and will not participate in further CAP rounds. |
| Float | You accept the current seat but want to try for a better college or course in the next round. If you get a better seat, the earlier one is cancelled. |
| Slide | You accept the current seat but want to try for a better course within the same institute in the next round. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When was the MHT CET CAP Round 1 seat allotment result 2026 declared?
A: It was declared on August 2, 2026, on the official CAP portals, fe2026.mahacet.org and cetcell.mahacet.org.
Q: What is the last date to report to the allotted institute for CAP Round 1?
A: Candidates must complete seat acceptance and reporting between August 3 and August 5, 2026.
Q: How many candidates got seats in MHT CET CAP Round 1 2026?
A: Out of 2,19,417 candidates who participated, 1,57,103 were allotted seats. Among them, 16,615 candidates received their first-preference college.
Q: What details do I need to check my MHT CET seat allotment result?
A: You need your Application ID and Password (or Date of Birth) to log in and view your allotment.
Q: What happens if I am allotted my first-choice college and branch?
A: Your seat allotment is automatically frozen, meaning you cannot participate in further CAP rounds. You must complete document verification, pay the seat acceptance fee, and report to the institute to confirm your admission.
