MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP Round 1 counselling registration is active on cetcell.mahacet.org — students must register, complete document verification, and fill college choices in the option form to be considered for seat allotment.

The Centralised Admission Process (CAP) Round 1 is the first merit-based seat allotment round for MBA and MMS admissions across government, aided, and unaided institutes in Maharashtra. Your allotted college depends entirely on your MAH MBA CET 2026 rank and the preference order you submit in the option form. Steps completed now cannot be undone — fill choices carefully.

  • Register at cetcell.mahacet.org using your MAH MBA CET 2026 application number and date of birth.
  • Document verification at a designated facilitation centre is mandatory before the option form opens.
  • Fill college preferences in the option form — your most-preferred institute must be listed first (Choice 1).
  • Students can add choices from government, aided, and unaided institutes across all participating cities in Maharashtra.
  • Once submitted, the option form is locked — no changes are allowed after the window closes.
  • Eligible scores include MAH MBA CET 2026, CAT 2025, XAT 2026, CMAT 2026, ATMA, and GMAT.
Direct Link to MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP Round 1 Registration (ACTIVE) — cetcell.mahacet.org

MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP Round 1 Important Dates

The schedule below is based on the 2025 CAP Round 1 pattern. Official 2026 dates will be published on cetcell.mahacet.org. All dates marked tentative are expected based on prior-year trends.

Activity Expected Schedule (2026)
CAP Round 1 Registration Opens July 2026 (Tentative)
Last Date for CAP Round 1 Registration To be notified
Document Verification at Facilitation Centres To be notified
Option Form / College Choice Filling Opens To be notified
Last Date to Submit Option Form To be notified
CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment Result To be notified
Reporting to Allotted Institute To be notified

Students should bookmark cetcell.mahacet.org and check it daily during the CAP Round 1 window. Missing any deadline means forfeiting your chance in that round.


How to Register for MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP Round 1

Complete these steps on the official CET Cell portal to activate your CAP Round 1 candidature:

  1. Go to cetcell.mahacet.org and click the MAH MBA/MMS CET 2026 CAP Round 1 link on the homepage.
  2. Click New Registration and enter your MAH MBA CET 2026 application number along with your registered mobile number or date of birth.
  3. Verify the OTP sent to your registered mobile number to confirm your identity.
  4. Fill in personal details — name, address, domicile status, and category.
  5. Enter your academic qualifications including graduation percentage, university, and year of passing.
  6. Upload scanned documents as listed in the Documents section below (JPG/PDF within the specified file size).
  7. Pay the CAP Round 1 registration fee online via net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI.
  8. Submit the form and download the registration acknowledgement slip — keep it for document verification.

Use the same email ID and mobile number that was registered at the time of MAH MBA CET 2026 application. A mismatch causes login errors and delays activation of your dashboard.


How to Login to the MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP Round 1 Portal

Once registration is complete, login to your applicant dashboard to track document verification status and access the option form:

  1. Visit cetcell.mahacet.org.
  2. Click on Applicant Login or the CAP Round 1 login link.
  3. Enter your MAH MBA CET 2026 application number as the user ID.
  4. Enter your date of birth or password set during registration.
  5. Complete the captcha and click Login.
  6. Your dashboard shows registration status, document verification result, and the option form link once your documents are cleared.

If you cannot login, use the Forgot Password link on the login page. An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number to reset access. For persistent login errors, contact the CET Cell helpline numbers listed on the official portal.


How to Fill College Choices in the MAH MBA CET 2026 Option Form

The option form is the most critical step of CAP Round 1. Your seat allotment depends on your MAH MBA CET 2026 merit rank and the order in which you list your college preferences. Follow these steps after document verification is approved:

  1. Login to your CAP Round 1 dashboard on cetcell.mahacet.org.
  2. Click Fill Option Form once the link is active post-verification.
  3. Browse the list of participating institutes — you can filter by city, institute type (government / aided / unaided), or programme (MBA / MMS / PGDBM).
  4. Click Add to Preference List for each college you want to include.
  5. Reorder your chosen colleges using drag-and-drop — your most-preferred college must be at Position 1.
  6. Add as many colleges as eligible — a longer list reduces the risk of no allotment.
  7. Review the entire preference order carefully, then click Submit Option Form.
  8. Download the submitted option form PDF immediately and store it safely.

Tips for Filling the Option Form

  • Do not leave out colleges only because they are not your top choice — a seat anywhere is better than no allotment.
  • Check previous year closing ranks for each institute before placing it in your preference list to set realistic expectations.
  • Students from reserved categories should include both category-reserved and open-category options to maximise allotment chances.
  • Government and aided institutes generally have lower tuition fees — factor fee structure alongside placement records when ordering preferences.
  • The option form window is time-limited — do not wait until the last hour, as high-traffic portal slowdowns are common near deadlines.

Documents Required for MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP Round 1

Keep scanned copies of all documents below ready before starting registration. Originals are verified at facilitation centres in person. Document verification is mandatory — your option form will not activate without it.

Document Purpose
MAH MBA CET 2026 Scorecard Proof of CET score and merit rank
Class 10 Marksheet and Passing Certificate Date of birth proof
Class 12 / HSC Marksheet Secondary education proof
Graduation Degree or Final Year Marksheet Academic eligibility verification
Maharashtra Domicile / Nationality Certificate State quota seat eligibility
Caste / Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/VJ/NT/SBC) Reservation benefit claim
Non-Creamy Layer Certificate OBC/VJ/NT/SBC students (if applicable)
EWS Certificate Economically Weaker Section reservation
PwD Certificate Persons with Disability reservation (if applicable)
CAT 2025 / XAT 2026 / CMAT 2026 / ATMA / GMAT Scorecard Required if applying through other qualifying exams
Passport Size Photographs (recent) Identity for document verification
Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar Card / Passport / Voter ID) Identity verification at facilitation centre

All certificates must be valid and issued by the competent authority. Expired non-creamy layer or EWS certificates will not be accepted.


MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP Round 1 Registration Fee

A non-refundable registration fee is payable online during CAP Round 1 registration. The exact 2026 fee will be confirmed in the official notification. Based on the 2025 CAP Round 1 structure, the expected fee is:

Category Expected Fee (based on 2025 norms)
Open / General Rs 1,000 (tentative)
SC / ST / PwD (Maharashtra domicile) Rs 800 (tentative)

Payment is accepted via net banking, debit card, credit card, and UPI. Save the payment receipt — it is required at the document verification centre.

MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP Round 1 Counselling FAQs

Ques. Who is eligible to register for MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP Round 1?

Ans. Students who have a valid MAH MBA CET 2026 score or have qualified in CAT 2025, XAT 2026, CMAT 2026, ATMA, or GMAT with the required cut-off are eligible to register for CAP Round 1 on cetcell.mahacet.org.

Ques. Can I change my college choices after submitting the option form?

Ans. No. Once the option form is submitted and the choice-filling window closes, no changes are permitted under any circumstances. Review your preference order carefully before clicking the final submit button.

Ques. How many college choices can I fill in the option form?

Ans. There is no fixed upper limit on the number of college choices. Students are strongly advised to fill as many eligible institutes as possible to avoid being left without any allotment.

Ques. Is document verification mandatory before the option form opens?

Ans. Yes. Physical document verification at a designated facilitation centre is mandatory. Your option form link will not be activated until your documents are verified and approved by the centre.

Ques. What happens if I do not get a seat in CAP Round 1?

Ans. Students who do not receive a seat in CAP Round 1 are eligible to participate in CAP Round 2 and any subsequent rounds. You may revise your college preferences before each subsequent round’s option form window opens.

Ques. What should I do if I face a login error on cetcell.mahacet.org?

Ans. Use the Forgot Password option on the login page to reset your credentials via OTP on your registered mobile number. For technical errors that persist, contact the CET Cell helpline numbers listed on the official portal cetcell.mahacet.org.