MAH MCA CET Provisional Merit List 2026 Out; Check CAP Rank, Grievance & Final Merit List Date RESULT OUT

The MAH MCA CET Provisional Merit List 2026 has been officially released by the State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Maharashtra, for candidates participating in the Centralized Admission Process (CAP).

Applicants can now log in using their Application ID and Date of Birth to check their provisional merit rank, verify personal and category details, and report any discrepancies during the grievance window.

This article provides complete information on the MAH MCA CET 2026 Provisional Merit List, including the rank-checking process, grievance submission dates, final merit list release schedule, tie-breaking criteria, CAP Round 1 updates, and important admission instructions for MCA aspirants.

MAH MCA CET 2026 Provisional Merit List – Overview

Provisional Merit List Released — Check Rank, Raise Grievance & Track CAP Round 1 Schedule
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Particulars Details
Organization Name State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Maharashtra State
Exam/Counselling Name MAH MCA CET 2026 — Centralized Admission Process (CAP)
Course Master of Computer Applications (MCA) — Academic Year 2026-27
List Type Provisional Merit List (CAP)
Provisional Merit List Release Date 24 July 2026
Mode Online Only
Login Credentials Required Application ID & Date of Birth / Password
Official Website cetcell.mahacet.org

MAH MCA CET 2026 CAP — Round-Wise Schedule

Document Verification (Round 1) Completed — 05 to 21 July 2026 (some sources report ongoing till 22 July 2026)
CAP Registration (Round 1) Concluded — 21 July 2026
Provisional Merit List 24 July 2026
Grievance Submission Window 25 to 27 July 2026
Final Merit List & Seat Matrix 29 July 2026
CAP Round 1 Option Form Filling & Seat Allotment Expected Late July/August 2026 (After Final Merit List)
Total CAP Rounds Expected 3–4 Rounds (Round 1 & 2 open to Maharashtra State + Outside Maharashtra State candidates; Round 3 exclusively for Maharashtra State candidates, based on previous year trends)

Important Dates 2026 — At a Glance

  • MAH MCA CET Exam Conducted: 30 March 2026
  • Document Verification: 05 – 21/22 July 2026
  • CAP Round 1 Registration: Closed — Till 21 July 2026
  • Provisional Merit List: 24 July 2026
  • Grievance Submission Window: 25 – 27 July 2026
  • Final Merit List & Round 1 Seat Matrix: 29 July 2026
  • CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment: To Be Announced (Expected Early August 2026)
  • CAP Round 2 & 3: Expected August 2026 (as per previous year pattern)

Note: Dates for CAP Round 2, Round 3 seat allotment, and institute reporting have not yet been officially announced and will be updated by the CET Cell after the final merit list is released on 29 July 2026.

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Who Is Eligible to Check the Provisional Merit List?

  • Candidates who appeared in MAH MCA CET 2026 and qualified the exam
  • Candidates who completed CAP registration and online document verification within the notified window
  • Both Maharashtra State (MS) candidates and Outside Maharashtra State (OMS) candidates who completed the registration process
  • Only candidates whose documents were successfully verified will find their names/rank reflected in the provisional list

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How to Check MAH MCA CET 2026 Provisional Merit List

  • Visit the official CET Cell website — cetcell.mahacet.org
  • Click on the “MAH MCA CET 2026 Provisional Merit List” link on the homepage
  • Log in using your Application ID and Date of Birth (or password)
  • Your provisional merit list rank, category, and score details will be displayed on screen
  • Download and take a printout for reference, and verify all details carefully

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Provisional Merit List — Details It Contains

  • Candidate’s Name, Application ID, and Roll Number
  • Category (Open/SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD, etc.) and Candidature Type (MS/OMS)
  • MAH MCA CET 2026 Score / Percentile secured
  • Provisional Merit Rank/Number assigned for the CAP process
  • Qualifying degree percentage (used for tie-breaking, if applicable)

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How to Raise a Grievance Against the Provisional Merit List

  • Grievance window is open from 25 to 27 July 2026
  • Log in to cetcell.mahacet.org with your Application ID and password
  • Navigate to the “Grievance” or “Query/Objection” section under the MCA CAP tab
  • Select the discrepancy type (e.g. category, score, personal details) and upload supporting proof/documents
  • Submit the grievance online before the window closes; offline grievances (where permitted) can be submitted at the nearest Facilitation Centre (FC) with original documents
  • Corrections, where valid, will be reflected in the Final Merit List releasing on 29 July 2026

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Tie-Breaking Criteria for Merit List

  • If two or more candidates score the same percentile, the candidate with the higher percentage in the qualifying degree is ranked higher
  • If still tied, the candidate with the higher percentage in Class 12th is ranked higher
  • If still tied, the candidate with the higher percentage in Class 10th is ranked higher
  • If the tie persists even after this, the candidate’s age (older candidate ranked higher) is considered

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Provisional vs Final Merit List — What’s the Difference?

Provisional Merit List Final Merit List
Preliminary list allowing candidates to verify rank, category and score Corrected and final list released after the grievance period ends
Errors can be reported during the grievance window No further changes possible once released
Released: 24 July 2026 Released: 29 July 2026 (with Round 1 Seat Matrix)
Not used directly for seat allotment Used for the CAP counselling/seat allotment rounds

What to Do After Checking the Provisional Merit List

  • Carefully verify your name, category, candidature type, and score/percentile
  • If any discrepancy is found, submit a grievance within the 25–27 July 2026 window with supporting documents
  • Keep tracking the official website for the Final Merit List and Round 1 Seat Matrix on 29 July 2026
  • Start shortlisting preferred colleges/institutes in advance so you’re ready for CAP Round 1 option form filling
  • Keep your Application ID, password, and all original documents ready for the next steps of the admission process

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MAH MCA CET 2026 Provisional Merit List — Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. When was the MAH MCA CET 2026 provisional merit list released?
The provisional merit list was released on 24 July 2026 at cetcell.mahacet.org.

Q2. How can I check my MAH MCA CET 2026 provisional merit list rank?
Log in at cetcell.mahacet.org using your Application ID and Date of Birth/password, then open the Provisional Merit List link to view your rank and details.

Q3. What is the last date to raise a grievance against the provisional merit list?
The grievance submission window is open from 25 to 27 July 2026.

Q4. When will the final merit list be released?
The final merit list, along with the Round 1 seat matrix, will be released on 29 July 2026.

Q5. Is the provisional merit list used for seat allotment?
No, the provisional merit list is only for verification of details. Seat allotment/CAP rounds are conducted based on the final merit list.

Q6. What happens if there’s an error in my provisional merit list entry?
You can raise a grievance online within the 25–27 July 2026 window along with supporting proof; valid corrections will reflect in the final merit list.

Q7. How many CAP rounds are conducted for MAH MCA CET admission?
Based on previous year trends, 3 to 4 CAP rounds are conducted, with the first two rounds open to both Maharashtra State and Outside Maharashtra State candidates.

Q8. What criteria is used to break a tie in the merit list?
Ties are resolved first by qualifying degree percentage, then Class 12th percentage, then Class 10th percentage, and finally by the candidate’s age.

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