The MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP Round 1 seat matrix lists 40,000+ seats across 330+ participating institutes in Maharashtra, with provisional seat allotment for Round 1 scheduled on July 15, 2026.
The State CET Cell, Maharashtra releases the official seat matrix before each CAP round on cetcell.mahacet.org. The 2026 seat matrix covers all MBA and MMS seats distributed across Open, OBC, SC, ST, EWS and other reserved categories. Studying the seat matrix before preference entry helps students assess competition and maximise their chances of a top-college allotment.
- Total seats: 40,000+ across 330+ institutes in Maharashtra.
- CAP Round 1 seat allotment date: July 15, 2026.
- CAP registration window: July 2–12, 2026.
- Total CAP rounds in 2026: 3 rounds.
- Open category share: ~50.5%; OBC 19%; SC 13%; ST 7%; EWS 10% (within Open).
| Direct Link — MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP Round 1 Seat Matrix (OUT): cetcell.mahacet.org |
What Is the MAH MBA CET 2026 Seat Matrix?
The MAH MBA CET 2026 seat matrix is an official document listing every participating institute’s total intake and the number of seats reserved under each category. It covers Maharashtra State (MS) quota and All India (AI) quota seats for all MBA and MMS programmes admitted through CAP 2026. Students must study this document before submitting preferences, as seat counts in each category directly determine allotment outcomes.
Key Dates for MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP Round 1
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CAP Registration and Document Upload | July 2–12, 2026 |
| Seat Matrix Release | First week of July 2026 |
| Option Form Filling (Preference Entry) | July 2026 (refer cetcell.mahacet.org) |
| CAP Round 1 Provisional Seat Allotment | July 15, 2026 |
| Reporting to Allotted Institute | To be announced |
Institute-Wise Seat Matrix for Top Colleges
The data below is based on the 2025 seat matrix and reflects approximate total intake at top MAH MBA CET institutes. The official 2026 figures are published on cetcell.mahacet.org and may vary slightly.
| Institute | City | Programme | Approx. Total Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS) | Mumbai | MMS | 160 |
| Sydenham Institute of Management Studies (SIMSREE) | Mumbai | MMS | 180 |
| Dept. of Management Sciences, SPPU (PUMBA) | Pune | MBA | 180 |
| Prin. L.N. Welingkar Institute of Management | Mumbai | MMS | 300 |
| K.J. Somaiya Institute of Management | Mumbai | MBA | 240 |
| College of Engineering Pune (COEP Tech) | Pune | MBA | 60 |
| MET Institute of Management | Mumbai | MMS | 240 |
| SIES College of Management Studies | Mumbai | MMS | 120 |
| Chetana’s Institute of Management and Research | Mumbai | MBA | 120 |
| Indira Institute of Management (IIMP) | Pune | MBA | 180 |
The complete list covering all 330+ institutes is available as a downloadable PDF on cetcell.mahacet.org under the CAP 2026 section.
Category-Wise Seat Reservation in MAH MBA CET 2026
Maharashtra’s reservation policy mandates a fixed percentage of MS quota seats for each category. The table below shows reservations applicable to Maharashtra State quota seats.
| Category | Reservation (%) | Seats in a 180-Seat College (Example) |
|---|---|---|
| Open (General) | 50.5% | ~91 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10% (within Open) | ~18 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 19% | ~34 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 13% | ~23 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 7% | ~13 |
| Vimukta Jati / Denotified Tribes-A (VJ/DT-A) | 3% | ~5 |
| Nomadic Tribes-B (NT-B) | 2.5% | ~5 |
| Nomadic Tribes-C (NT-C) | 3.5% | ~6 |
| Nomadic Tribes-D (NT-D) | 2% | ~4 |
| Special Backward Class (SBC) | 2% | ~4 |
| Persons with Disability (PwD) | 5% (horizontal) | ~9 |
Seats left vacant in reserved categories at the end of CAP Round 2 are typically converted to Open category for CAP Round 3, increasing availability for Open and EWS students.
Maharashtra State Quota vs All India Quota Seats
Each institute divides its total intake between the Maharashtra State (MS) quota and the All India (AI) quota. The split depends on whether the institute is government-aided or unaided private:
| Institute Type | MS Quota | AI Quota | Institute-Level Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government and Government-Aided Institutes | 85% | 15% | — |
| Unaided Private Institutes | 65% | 15% | 20% |
MS quota seats are filled through the CET Cell CAP process and are subject to category-wise reservation. AI quota seats are open to students from any state with a valid MAH MBA CET score. Institute-level seats at private colleges are filled directly by the institute and are not part of the CAP process.
How to Check the MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP Round 1 Seat Matrix
- Go to the official portal: cetcell.mahacet.org.
- Click the MAH MBA/MMS CET 2026 link on the homepage.
- Navigate to the CAP 2026 section and select Seat Matrix.
- Download the PDF listing all institute-wise and category-wise seats.
- Cross-reference seat counts with your category and target college before filling the option form.
The seat matrix PDF is typically available a few days before option form filling opens. Keep refreshing cetcell.mahacet.org if it is not yet live.
MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP Round 1 Seat Matrix FAQs
Ques. When is the MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP Round 1 seat allotment?
Ans. The provisional seat allotment for CAP Round 1 is on July 15, 2026, and results are published on cetcell.mahacet.org.
Ques. How many total MBA seats are available in MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP?
Ans. There are over 40,000 MBA/MMS seats across 330+ participating institutes in Maharashtra available through CAP 2026.
Ques. What is the category-wise reservation in MAH MBA CET 2026?
Ans. The reservation breakdown for MS quota seats is: Open 50.5%, OBC 19%, SC 13%, ST 7%, EWS 10% (within Open), VJ/DT-A 3%, NT-B 2.5%, NT-C 3.5%, NT-D 2%, SBC 2%. PwD reservation of 5% is horizontal across all categories.
Ques. Can students from other states apply for MAH MBA CET CAP seats?
Ans. Yes. Students from any state can apply for the All India (AI) quota seats, which represent 15% of total seats at each participating institute. Maharashtra-domicile students can apply for both MS and AI quota seats.
Ques. Where can I download the MAH MBA CET 2026 seat matrix PDF?
Ans. The official seat matrix PDF is available under the CAP 2026 section on cetcell.mahacet.org. It lists every institute’s total intake and category-wise seat counts.
Ques. How many CAP rounds are there in MAH MBA CET 2026?
Ans. There are 3 CAP rounds in 2026. Unfilled reserved-category seats from Round 2 may be converted to Open category for Round 3, benefiting Open and EWS students.
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