The State CET Cell Maharashtra has opened the MHT CET 2026 CAP Provisional Merit List grievance window from July 23 to 25 2026. Candidates can correct merit list errors before the Final Merit List is published.

Direct Link to MHT CET 2026 CAP Provisional Merit List Portal (ACTIVE) 
  • Candidates can submit objections online through the candidate login on fe2026.mahacet.org or cetcell.mahacet.org.
  • Common objections include errors in category, domicile, marks, percentile, name and other personal details.
  • Candidates must upload supporting documents for every correction request.
  • No grievance or correction request will be accepted after the Final Merit List is published.

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MHT CET 2026 CAP Provisional Merit List Objections How to Raise Grievances July 23 to 25

Key Summary

  • The State CET Cell Maharashtra has released the MHT CET CAP 2026 Provisional Merit List on 22 July 2026.
  • Document verification is mandatory, as candidates who miss this process are generally not included in the CAP Provisional Merit List.
  • The Final Merit List is scheduled to be published on July 27, 2026, while CAP Round 1 option form filling will begin from July 28 to July 30, 2026.
  • COEP, VJTI, and other CAP participating institutes will consider only the Final Merit List for seat allotment in all subsequent counselling rounds.

What is the MHT CET 2026 CAP Grievance Window?

The MHT CET CAP Grievance Window 2026 allows candidates to report errors in the Provisional Merit List released by the State CET Cell, Maharashtra.

  • Candidates can request corrections in rank, category, domicile, marks, or other verified details during the grievance period.
  • The MHT CET CAP 2026 Grievance Window will remain open from July 23 to July 25, 2026, up to 5:00 PM.
  • The Final Merit List will be prepared after resolving all valid grievances submitted within the prescribed deadline.

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Ques. Can my MHT CET 2026 CAP rank change after submitting a grievance?

Ans. Yes. If the State CET Cell, Maharashtra accepts a candidate's grievance and updates details such as marks, category, or domicile, the CAP merit rank may change in the Final Merit List, which is used for seat allotment.

MHT CET 2026 CAP Grievance: Important Dates

Event Date
CAP Provisional Merit List Released

22 July 2026 (already released)
Grievance Window Opens

23 July 2026
Grievance Window Closes

25 July 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
Final Merit List Published

27 July 2026
Online Submission & Confirmation of Option Form of CAP Round-I through candidate’s Login by the Candidate.

28 – 30 July 2026
Display of Provisional Allotment of CAP Round-I 2 August 2026

Check the Provisional Merit List immediately. The grievance window is only 3 days long (23–25 July 2026). Do not wait until the last day.

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Ques. Can candidates fill the MHT CET 2026 CAP Round 1 option form before the Final Merit List is released?

Ans. No. The CAP Round 1 option form can be submitted only after the Final Merit List is published on 27 July 2026. As per the schedule, choice filling will be conducted from 28 to 30 July 2026.

Ques. What happens if a candidate misses the MHT CET 2026 CAP grievance deadline?

Ans. Candidates who do not submit grievances by 25 July 2026 (5:00 PM) will not get another opportunity to correct errors before CAP Round 1. The Final Merit List will be prepared using the details available after the grievance window closes.

Who Can Raise Objections Against the MHT CET 2026 CAP Provisional Merit List?

Candidates included in the MHT CET CAP 2026 Provisional Merit List can submit a grievance if any verified detail is incorrect. The grievance window is the official opportunity to request corrections before the Final Merit List is published.

Common Grounds for Raising Grievance:

  • Incorrect category or sub-category: Errors related to OBC, SC, ST, NT, VJ/DT, EWS, or other reservation categories.
  • Wrong domicile status: Maharashtra domicile is missing or recorded incorrectly.
  • Marks entry error: Incorrect MHT CET score or qualifying examination marks reflected in the merit details.
  • Personal details mismatch: Errors in name, date of birth, gender, or other personal information.
  • Minority or special category claim: Eligible Minority or special category benefits are not reflected.
  • PwD or Defence category benefit: PwD or Defence reservation has not been considered in the Provisional Merit List.

Note:  Candidates who do not complete document verification are generally not included in the MHT CET CAP 2026 Provisional Merit List so candidates should contact the State CET Cell helpline for further guidance on the verification process.

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Ques. Can candidates raise a grievance for a missing reservation benefit in MHT CET 2026 CAP?

Ans. Yes. Candidates can submit a grievance if eligible reservation benefits such as Minority, EWS, PwD, Defence, or other approved categories are not reflected in the Provisional Merit List, provided the relevant documents were submitted during verification.

How to Raise Objections Against the MHT CET 2026 CAP Provisional Merit List

Follow these steps to submit a grievance between July 23 and July 25 2026:

  • Step 1: Visit the State CET Cell, Maharashtra website at cetcell.mahacet.org or fe2026.mahacet.org.
  • Step 2: Log in using the MHT CET 2026 Application Number and the registered password.
  • Step 3: Open the CAP 2026-27 section and select Grievance/Objection Submission.
  • Step 4: Choose the appropriate grievance type, such as category, marks, personal details, or domicile.
  • Step 5: Enter the grievance details and specify the correction required.
  • Step 6: Upload the relevant supporting documents, including the caste certificate, domicile certificate, scorecard, marksheet, or identity proof, as applicable.
  • Step 7: Verify all the details, submit the grievance, and save the acknowledgement number for future reference.

Important Tips:

  • Submit one grievance for each issue reported in the MHT CET CAP 2026 grievance window.
  • Candidates can submit multiple grievances if different discrepancies are identified in the application or merit details.
  • Candidates should keep all the supporting documents ready before submitting the grievance request.

How to Raise Objections Against the MHT CET 2026 CAP Provisional Merit List

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  • According to a Reddit discussion, candidates sought clarification on uploading the NCL and caste validity certificates during the MHT CET CAP grievance window.
  • Candidates also discussed that certificate uploads are accepted until the grievance window closes, while the original documents can be submitted during later CAP admission rounds.

Objections Against the MHT CET 2026 CAP Provisional Merit List Reddit
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Documents Required for MHT CET 2026 CAP Grievance Submission

The documents candidates need depend on the type of objection:

Grievance Type Documents to Upload
Category or caste error

Valid Caste / Tribe Certificate from competent authority
Domicile or state of eligibility

Maharashtra Domicile Certificate or Bonafide Certificate
MHT CET marks error

MHT CET 2026 Scorecard / Result Printout

12th or qualifying exam marks error

HSC / Equivalent Marksheet (Board Certified)

Name or Date of Birth mismatch

Aadhaar Card, SSC Certificate, or Passport
PWD status not applied

Disability Certificate from Authorised Medical Board

Defence / Ex-Serviceman category

Service Certificate or Dependent Certificate
EWS category

Income & Asset Certificate (Current Financial Year)

Important Tips:

  • Upload all supporting documents in PDF or JPEG format with clear and readable details.
  • Blurred, incomplete or invalid documents may lead to the rejection of the MHT CET CAP 2026 grievance request.
  • Candidates should upload only the documents relevant to the grievance being submitted.

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Ques. Will my MHT CET 2026 CAP grievance be rejected if I upload unclear or incorrect documents?

Ans. Yes. Blurred, incomplete, invalid, or unrelated documents may result in the rejection of the grievance. Candidates should upload only clear PDF or JPEG files that directly support the correction being requested.

What Happens After You Submit a Grievance?

After submitting a grievance, the State CET Cell, Maharashtra will verify the supporting documents uploaded by the candidate.

  • Accepted Grievance: The corrected details will be reflected in the Final Merit List and the candidate's merit position may change accordingly.
  • Rejected Grievance: The details in the Provisional Merit List will remain unchanged and candidates can check the grievance status through the candidate login.
  • Final Merit List: The Final Merit List will be published after the grievance process is completed.
  • CAP Round 1 Choice Filling: The CAP Round 1 option form will begin only after the Final Merit List is released so raising a grievance will not affect participation.
  • The MHT CET CAP 2026 Grievance Window will remain open from July 23 to July 25, 2026, up to 5:00 PM.

Important Tips:

  • Candidates should check the MHT CET CAP 2026 portal regularly using the registered login credentials.
  • Counselling updates may also be shared on the registered email ID and mobile number.
  • Candidates can contact the State CET Cell helpline for queries not related to the Provisional Merit List.

What Happens After You Submit a Grievance?

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MHT CET 2026 CAP Provisional Merit List Grievance FAQs

Ques. When does the MHT CET 2026 CAP Provisional Merit List grievance window open and close?

Ans. The grievance window opens on 23 July 2026 and closes on 25 July 2026 (up to 5:00 PM). Submit all objections through the candidate login on the official CET Cell Maharashtra portal within this three-day period.

Ques. Where do I submit my objection against the MHT CET 2026 CAP Provisional Merit List?

Ans. Visit fe2026.mahacet.org and log in with your MHT CET 2026 Application Number and password. Navigate to the grievance/objection submission section under CAP 2026-27. Candidates who opted for physical verification can also visit the Facilitation Centre (FC).

Ques. What types of errors can I object to in the MHT CET 2026 CAP Provisional Merit List?

Ans. You can object to errors in category or sub-category, domicile status, MHT CET score, 12th board marks, personal details (name, date of birth, gender), and unacknowledged claims under PwD, Defence, EWS, or Minority categories.

Ques. Will my grievance be resolved before CAP Round 1 begins?

Ans. Yes. The State CET Cell resolves accepted grievances before publishing the Final Merit List (expected on 27 July 2026). Choice Filling for CAP Round 1 begins only after the Final Merit List is released. Accepted corrections will be reflected in your rank for all subsequent rounds.

Ques. What happens if CET Cell rejects my objection?

Ans. If your grievance is rejected, the original entries from the Provisional Merit List will be retained in the Final Merit List. The rejection reason is usually visible in your candidate login on the portal.

Ques. Can I raise a grievance if I did not complete document verification?

Ans. No. Candidates who did not complete document verification are not included in the Provisional Merit List. They cannot use the regular grievance portal and must contact the CET Cell helpline directly for guidance.