MAH BCA CET 2026 CAP Round 3 Option Form Closes Today at bca2026.mahacet.org

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Government of Maharashtra, is closing the online submission and confirmation window for the Option Form of CAP Round-III today, 27 August 2026, for First Year Under Graduate Technical Courses in Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) and MCA (Integrated) Admissions for the Academic Year 2026-27. Candidates seeking admission must complete their submissions on the official portal, bca2026.mahacet.org, before the deadline.

This final opportunity for CAP Round-III is crucial for aspirants aiming for BCA and MCA (Integrated) courses in Maharashtra, as any seats remaining vacant after physical college reporting concludes tomorrow, 28 August 2026, will be transferred directly to the respective colleges for institute-level spot admissions. These spot admissions (Round 4) are scheduled to commence from August 30 to September 1, 2026.

Mah BCA CET 2026 CAP Round 3: How to Submit Option Form

Candidates for BCA and MCA (Integrated) Admissions A.Y. 2026-27 must submit their CAP Round-III Option Form online today. The process involves logging into the official portal and carefully selecting preferred institutes and courses. You really need to confirm the submitted form to ensure participation in this round of counselling.

1. Go to the official website, bca2026.mahacet.org.
2. Log in using your application ID and password.
3. Navigate to the CAP Round-III Option Form link.
4. Fill in your preferred choices of colleges and courses.
5. Review the selections carefully before final submission.
6. Confirm the Option Form to lock your choices.
7. Download and print a copy of the submitted form for future reference.

Mah BCA CET 2026: Eligibility and Merit List Details

Candidates who appeared for MHT-CET 2026 (PCM or PCB) are eligible for admission to BBA, BCA, and BMS courses using their MHT-CET 2026 score. The registration process for these courses, utilising the MHT-CET 2026 score, was required to be completed on or before 26 July 2026. The State Common Entrance Test Cell released the MAH BCA CET CAP 2026 Final Merit List on bca2026.mahacet.org, providing a clear picture of candidate standings.

The Final Merit Lists for Maharashtra State Candidates, All India Candidates, and Maharashtra State Defence Candidates were all dated 03 August 2026. Prior to this, the Provisional Merit List for All India Candidates was released on 29 July 2026. These lists are critical for candidates to understand their eligibility and potential for admission into their desired programs.

Mah BCA CET 2026: Post-CAP Round 3 Admissions

Following the conclusion of CAP Round-III option form submission today, the physical reporting centers for engineering institutes across Maharashtra will close admissions at 5:00 PM on the final reporting day, 28 August 2026. Any seats that remain vacant after this physical college reporting period will be transferred directly to the respective colleges. This mechanism ensures that all available seats are eventually filled, offering further opportunities for candidates.

Individual institutes are slated to publish their local spot admission notifications starting 30 August 2026. These Institute-Level Spot Admissions, also referred to as Round 4, are scheduled to take place from 30 August to 1 September 2026. Candidates who may not secure a seat in the CAP rounds are advised to monitor individual college websites for these notifications.

Mah BCA CET 2026: Support and Contact Information

For any queries or technical assistance regarding the MAH BCA CET 2026 admission process, candidates can reach out to the State CET Cell through their dedicated helpline numbers. The helpline numbers are 1800-209-0191, 079-69134401, and 079-69134402, available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Also, technical email support is available 24/7 at cethelpdesk-2026@maharashtracet.org, with responses provided during working hours.

Written by Simran

Simran is currently working as a Senior Content Writer at Findmycollege , where she creates engaging and research-driven learning resources for students. She has completed her Graduation in Journalism from Delhi University. With 4 years of experience in the EdTech industry, she has previously contributed to leading platforms like Leverage Edu and Aakash. Her expertise lies in simplifying Engineering and Medical entrance exam content to guide aspirants in their preparation journey. Beyond writing, Simran enjoys sketching, watching movies, and finding creative inspiration in everyday life.

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