MAH BHMCT CET Counselling 2026: Provisional Merit List Released Today on July 22

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, is releasing the provisional merit list for the MAH BHMCT CET 2026 Centralized Admission Process (CAP) today, July 22, 2026.

Candidates seeking admission to undergraduate Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT) programs across Maharashtra can now log in to the official admission portal at cetcell.mahacet.org or bhmct2026.mahacet.org.in to check their merit position.

The publication of this provisional list is a key step in the state-level counselling process. It establishes the baseline ranking of registered applicants based on their normalised CET scores and category details.

Key Highlights & Key Dates

The State CET Cell has set up a strict timeline to ensure smooth seat allocations across all participating government and private institutes in Maharashtra.

Below is the complete official calendar for the current stage of MAH BHMCT CET 2026 Counselling:

Crucial Tip: The merit list published on July 22 is purely provisional. It allows you to cross-verify your personal details, category, domicile status, and marks. If you notice any error, you must raise an official grievance between July 23 and July 25. No changes will be accepted after the final list is published on July 28.

How to Check Your Provisional Merit Status

To check your position on the list, follow these simple steps:

1. Visit the official Maharashtra State CET portal at cetcell.mahacet.org.

2. Click on the link titled “MAH BHMCT CET 2026 CAP Portal” or “Provisional Merit List 2026”.

3. Enter your Application ID and Password or Date of Birth.

4. Your individual merit rank, percentile score, and verified details will appear on the screen.

5. Download and save a PDF copy for your future reference during college reporting.

MAH BHMCT CET Toppers & Top Scorers Overview

The State CET Cell evaluates candidates using a percentile normalization method (calculated up to 7 decimal places) to handle difficulty variations across exam slots. While the CET Cell publishes course-specific toppers in the official scorecard summary alongside the final admission matrix, high percentile performers traditionally secure seats in Maharashtra’s premier hotel management institutions.

Candidates scoring in the 90+ percentile bracket typically command the top merit ranks in the open category. Among the top-tier institutions where these high scorers seek admission are:

• Maharashtra State Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology (MSIHMCT), Pune (Top Choice for Rank 1–100 Scorers)

• AISSMS College of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Pune

• Dr. D.Y. Patil Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology, Pune

Note: The candidate-wise rank 1 to 10 list with complete names will be finalized alongside the allotment list post-grievance redressal on July 28.

How to Submit Grievances (July 23 to July 25)

If you find mistakes in your name, category reservation, gender, or exam marks on the July 22 list, you must act immediately:

1. Log in to your CAP portal account during the grievance window.

2. Select the “Submit Grievance” option from your dashboard.

3. Specify the incorrect detail and upload clear scanned copies of supporting official documents (e.g., Caste Certificate, Domicile Certificate, Class 12 Marksheet).

4. Monitor your portal for updates. The scrutinizing officer will review and update your status before the final merit list release on July 28.

What Happens Next?

Once the Final Merit List is published on July 28, 2026, the CET Cell will release the Category-wise Seat Matrix for CAP Round 1. Candidates will then be asked to submit and lock their college preference choices (Option Form) online. Seat allotments will then follow based strictly on merit ranks, reservation rules, and submitted preferences

Written by Simran

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