Maharashtra DSE CAP 2026 Round 3 Seat Allotment Out at dse2026.mahacet.org.in; Confirm Seat by August 28

The State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell), Maharashtra, released the DSE CAP 2026 Round 3 seat allotment result on August 25, 2026, on its official portal, dse2026.mahacet.org.in. Candidates who participated in the Direct Second Year Engineering (DSE) Common Admission Process (CAP) 2026 can now check their provisional allotment status. The deadline for online seat acceptance, fee payment, and physical reporting to the allotted institute is 5 PM on August 28, 2026.

This third round of counselling is crucial for diploma holders and B.Sc. degree candidates seeking lateral entry into the second year of engineering programmes across Maharashtra. Failure to complete either the online seat acceptance or physical reporting by the stipulated deadline will result in the automatic cancellation of the allotted seat, as per the Maharashtra CET Cell’s guidelines. Vacant seats from this round will be carried forward to the institute-level round for subsequent counselling.

Dse CAP 2026 Round 3: Important Dates

The Maharashtra CET Cell has specified a concise timeline for candidates to complete the necessary admission formalities following the Round 3 seat allotment. The provisional seat allotment result was displayed on August 25, 2026, from 6:00 PM. Candidates have a narrow window to secure their admissions.

How to Check Dse CAP 2026 Round 3 Allotment Result

Candidates can access their DSE CAP 2026 Round 3 provisional seat allotment letter by following a straightforward process on the official counselling portal. The allotment letter contains critical details such as the name of the allotted institute, the engineering branch, and the category under which the seat has been assigned.

1. Go to the official website, dse2026.mahacet.org.in.
2. Click on the link for ‘DSE CAP 2026 Round 3 Provisional Seat Allotment Result’.
3. Log in using your Application ID and Password or Date of Birth.
4. View and download your provisional allotment letter.
5. Print a copy of the allotment letter for future reference and admission formalities.

Dse CAP 2026: Seat Acceptance and Reporting Process

Upon checking their provisional seat allotment, candidates must complete a two-step process to confirm their admission. The first step involves online seat acceptance and fee payment, which must be completed by 3:00 PM on August 28, 2026. This online confirmation marks the candidate’s acceptance of the allotted seat.

Following the online acceptance, candidates are required to physically report to their allotted institute. This physical reporting, along with the submission of original documents and payment of the remaining fees, must be completed by 5:00 PM on August 28, 2026. It is imperative for candidates to adhere to these deadlines to avoid forfeiture of their allotted seat.

Dse CAP 2026: What Happens Next?

The DSE CAP 2026 counselling process is designed to support lateral entry for eligible candidates into the second year of engineering programmes. After the completion of Round 3, the Maharashtra CET Cell will display the list of vacant seats for CAP Round 4 on August 29, 2026. This subsequent round will provide another opportunity for candidates who did not secure a seat or wish to explore other options.

Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website, dse2026.mahacet.org.in, for any further updates or announcements regarding the counselling process. The CET Cell emphasizes what’s key about timely completion of all admission-related procedures to ensure a smooth transition into the engineering programmes.

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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