MAH MCA CET 2026 Counselling Ongoing: Round 3 Seat Allotment Released at cetcell.mahacet.org

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, announced the provisional MAH MCA CET 2026 round 3 seat allotment result on August 23, 2026, on its official portal, cetcell.mahacet.org. This marks a significant phase in the admission process for Master of Computer Applications (MCA) courses across Maharashtra for the academic year 2026-27.

Candidates who participated in the third round of counselling can now check their allotment status, following a series of crucial dates including the release of the round 3 seat matrix on August 18, 2026. The ongoing counselling process is pivotal for thousands of aspirants seeking admission to various MCA programs in the state’s colleges and institutions.

Mah MCA CET 2026 Counselling: Key Developments

The counselling process for MAH MCA CET 2026 has progressed through several stages since its commencement. The provisional MAH MCA CET 2026 round 3 seat allotment result was released on August 23, 2026, building upon the round 3 seat matrix which was made public on August 18, 2026. Prior to this, the web option entry process for Round 2 concluded on August 10, 2026, while Round 1 option entry concluded on July 30, 2026, as per official announcements from the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra.

The foundation for these counselling rounds was laid with the release of the final MAH MCA CET 2026 merit list on July 29, 2026, which followed the provisional merit list published on July 24, 2026. These lists were crucial for candidates to understand their standing and participate effectively in the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) rounds. The State Common Entrance Test Cell typically conducts three CAP rounds for MAH MCA CET admissions, with an additional special round if seats remain vacant.

Mah MCA CET 2026 Exam and Result Overview

The MAH MCA CET 2026 examination was successfully conducted on March 30, 2026, across various centres in Maharashtra. The results for the entrance test were officially declared on May 19, 2026, on the State CET Cell portal, cetcell.mahacet.org. This score is valid for admissions to the academic year 2026-27, providing candidates with their eligibility for the subsequent counselling stages.

The application process for MAH MCA CET 2026 commenced on January 7, 2026, with the last date for registration being February 23, 2026. The application fee for open category candidates was Rs. 1500, while reserved category candidates of Maharashtra State paid Rs. 1300. The exam duration was 1 hour 30 minutes, with a marking scheme that awarded +4 marks for a correct response and deducted 1 mark for an incorrect response. The question paper was divided into four sections: Mathematics and Statistics, Logical/Abstract reasoning, English comprehension and verbal ability, and Computer Concepts.

Mah MCA CET 2026 Eligibility Criteria and Reservations

To be eligible for MAH MCA CET 2026, candidates were required to possess a Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks, with a relaxation to 45% for Maharashtra Reserved categories. A mandatory criterion was the study of Mathematics at either the 10+2 level or at the graduate level. In addition, the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has provisioned a 30% reservation of seats in each category specifically for female candidates of Maharashtra State, promoting gender diversity in MCA programs.

Mah MCA CET 2026 Important Dates

Documents Required for Mah MCA CET 2026 Counselling

Candidates participating in the MAH MCA CET 2026 counselling process must ensure they have all necessary documents ready for verification. According to the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, these documents are crucial for confirming eligibility and securing admission. Failure to present the required documents can lead to disqualification from the admission process.

1. MAH MCA CET 2026 scorecard
2. MAH MCA CET 2026 admit card
3. Graduation mark sheets (all semesters/years)
4. Transfer/Migration Certificate
5. Domicile Certificate (for Maharashtra State candidates)
6. Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
7. PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
8. Aadhaar Card
9. Recent passport-size photographs
10. Other specified documents as per official notification

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