How to Fill CAP 2026 Registration Form: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Fill the CAP 2026 Registration Form: Step-by-Step Guide for BE/BTech First Year Admission

CAP 2026 registration for first-year BE/BTech engineering admission in Maharashtra is open right now — the deadline is July 12, 2026 at 5 PM at fe2026.mahacet.org. If you appeared in MHT-CET 2026, there is no registration fee. If you came through JEE Main only, you pay ₹1,300 (General) or ₹1,000 (Reserved/PwD). This guide covers every step — what to keep ready, how to fill the form correctly, what self-scrutiny means, and which mistakes get applications rejected.

CAP 2026 Registration: Key Dates and What to Expect

Registration for CAP 2026 opened on July 2 and closes July 12 at 5 PM — a 10-day window with no extension. Candidates who appeared in MHT-CET 2026 pay no registration fee. Document verification must be completed by July 13 at 5 PM. Missing either deadline removes your name from the merit list entirely.

CAP 2026 Schedule — AY 2026-27 (First Year Engineering)

Event

Date

Online Application Form Open

July 2, 2026

Application Deadline

July 12, 2026 (5 PM)

Document Verification Window

July 3–13, 2026 (5 PM)

Provisional Merit List

July 15, 2026

Grievance Submission Period

July 16–18, 2026 (5 PM)

Final Merit List

July 20, 2026

Source: CET Cell AY 2026-27, Notice No. 1, dated 02/07/2026

CAP 2026 Application Fee

Candidate Type

Fee

MHT-CET 2026 registered candidates

₹0 — no fee

JEE Main only — General / OMS / J&K migrant / Gulf worker children

₹1,300

JEE Main only — Reserved (SC/ST/VJ/NT/OBC/SBC/EWS) and PwD

₹1,000

NRI / OCI / PIO / Foreign National

USD 50

The fee is non-refundable and paid online only. Cash payments are not accepted.

Documents to Keep Ready Before You Open the Portal

Keep all documents scanned and saved before starting — uploading mid-form wastes time and causes errors. As per the official Information Brochure AY 2026-27, all documents must be scanned in .jpg or .gif format, minimum 150 DPI resolution, maximum 1 MB per file.

Required for ALL candidates:

·        SSC (Class 10) marksheet — your name here is the reference for all personal details

·        HSC (Class 12) marksheet

·        MHT-CET 2026 scorecard (or JEE Main 2026 scorecard if no MHT-CET)

·        School Leaving Certificate (if needed to confirm eligibility)

·        Certificate of Indian Nationality

Additional documents by candidature type:

·        Type 1A — Domicile, Birth, or Leaving Certificate showing birth in Maharashtra

·        Type 1B — Domicile certificate of candidate, father, or mother showing Maharashtra domicile

·        Type 1C — Employer certificate (Proforma A) for Central Government employee parent

·        Type 1D — Employer certificate (Proforma B) for Maharashtra State Government employee parent

·        Type 1E (Karnataka border) — Certificates in Proforma G1 and G2

Additional by category:

·        SC/ST — Caste/Tribe certificate + Validity certificate

·        OBC/VJ-NT/SBC/SEBC — Caste certificate + Validity certificate + Non-Creamy Layer certificate valid up to March 31, 2027

·        EWS — EWS Eligibility Certificate (Proforma V) valid for AY 2026-27 (annual income below ₹8 lakh from all sources)

·        PwD — Disability certificate (Proforma as notified) + Domicile certificate

Not sure which candidature type applies to you? Check our CAP Candidature Types Explained guide (campusjourney.in/blog/cap-candidature-types-explained) before filling the form — wrong type cannot be corrected after confirmation.

Step-by-Step: How to Fill the CAP 2026 Registration Form

Step 1 — Open fe2026.mahacet.org and Click New Registration

Go to fe2026.mahacet.org — the only official portal for CAP 2026 AY 2026-27. Do not use dtemaharashtra.gov.in or any third-party link. Click "New Registration" on the homepage. Do not attempt to log in with a previous year's account — a fresh registration is required.

Step 2 — Authenticate with Your MHT-CET or JEE Main Credentials

Enter your MHT-CET 2026 Application Number and Roll Number from your hall ticket. The system auto-fetches your name, date of birth, category, percentile, and score. If you appeared through JEE Main only, enter your JEE Main 2026 Application Number and pay the applicable fee.

Step 3 — Verify and Fill Personal Details

Check that your name appears exactly as it does in your SSC (Class 10) certificate — including initials, middle name, and spelling. This is the name the CET Cell treats as official. Confirm your date of birth in DD/MM/YYYY format, mobile number, and email address. An incorrect name or DOB triggers rejection during document verification.

Step 4 — Enter Academic and Candidature Details

Enter Class 10 and Class 12 board, year of passing, and subject-wise marks. Then select your candidature type: Type 1 (A/B/C/D/E) for Maharashtra State — eligible for 85% state quota + 15% All India quota. Type 2 (All India) — eligible for 15% All India quota seats only. Type 3 (Minority) or Type 4 (NRI/OCI). Selecting the wrong type cannot be corrected after confirmation.

Step 5 — Upload All Required Documents

Upload every document the portal requires based on your candidature type and category. Scan in .jpg or .gif format, minimum 150 DPI resolution, maximum 1 MB per file. Use a proper flatbed scanner or scanning app — not angled camera photos. The Facilitation Centre near you will assist with scanning free of charge if needed.

Step 6 — Choose Your Document Verification Mode

Select self-scrutiny (online verification through your login — no FC visit needed) or Facilitation Centre visit (visit with originals and self-attested photocopies). Self-scrutiny is faster and recommended for candidates with complete, correctly scanned documents. FC visits add travel time but allow in-person correction of discrepancies.

Step 7 — Confirm the Form and Download Your Acknowledgement

Review every field before clicking Final Submit. Once you confirm, no information can be changed. The system generates your CAP Application Number — your key ID for merit list tracking, grievances, option form filling, and seat allotment. Download and print the acknowledgement. Keep a digital backup in at least two places.

What Happens After You Submit the Form?

After registration, document verification (self-scrutiny or FC visit) runs until July 13 at 5 PM. The provisional merit list is published on July 15 at fe2026.mahacet.org. If your position looks incorrect, raise a grievance between July 16–18 at 5 PM through your login. The final merit list is published on July 20, followed by CAP counselling rounds — seat matrix, option form filling, and seat allotment.

Use the time between registration and merit list to research your college options. The CampusJourney College Predictor (campusjourney.in/predictor) uses 3 years of official DTE Maharashtra cutoff data to estimate which colleges match your percentile, candidature type, and category — so you are not starting from scratch when option form filling opens.

Common Mistakes That Get CAP Registrations Rejected

·        Name mismatch with SSC certificate. The single most common rejection reason. Enter your name exactly as it appears in your Class 10 SSC marksheet — not your Aadhar, not your college ID. If your name was legally changed after Class 10, the SSC spelling is still the reference.

·        Wrong MHT-CET application number or roll number. Verify from your original MHT-CET 2026 hall ticket — not a previous year's document. A wrong number prevents the system from auto-fetching your details.

·        Expired or wrong-year category certificate. OBC, VJ/NT, SBC, SEBC Non-Creamy Layer certificates must be valid up to March 31, 2027. EWS certificates must be valid for AY 2026-27. An expired certificate means your reserved category claim is rejected — you will be treated as General for seat allotment.

·        Blurry or oversized document uploads. Scan at minimum 150 DPI. Keep files within 1 MB. Camera photos often fail verification. Use a scanner. The Facilitation Centre scans for free if you need help.

·        Wrong candidature type selected. Type 1 vs Type 2 determines which 85% of seats you can access. Confirm your type before filling. After confirmation, it cannot be changed.

·        Not downloading the acknowledgement. The receipt contains your CAP Application Number. Without it, you cannot log in for option form filling or track your merit position.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to register for CAP 2026?

The CAP 2026 registration deadline for AY 2026-27 BE/BTech admission is July 12, 2026 at 5 PM at fe2026.mahacet.org. Document verification must be completed by July 13, 2026 at 5 PM. Do not wait for the last day — server load is high near the deadline and technical errors increase significantly.

Is there a registration fee for CAP 2026 for MHT-CET candidates?

Candidates who appeared in MHT-CET 2026 pay no registration fee for CAP 2026. Candidates appearing only through JEE Main or other national-level exams pay ₹1,300 (General/OMS/EWS) or ₹1,000 (Reserved and PwD). NRI/OCI/Foreign National candidates pay USD 50. All fees are non-refundable and paid online only.

What documents are required for CAP 2026 registration?

All candidates need: SSC and HSC marksheets, MHT-CET or JEE Main 2026 scorecard, School Leaving Certificate, and Indian Nationality certificate. Type 1 candidates need a Maharashtra domicile certificate matching their sub-type. Reserved category candidates need caste/validity certificates; OBC/VJ/NT/SEBC candidates need a Non-Creamy Layer certificate valid to March 2027.

What is self-scrutiny in CAP 2026?

Self-scrutiny in CAP 2026 means verifying your uploaded documents through your online candidate login — no Facilitation Centre visit required. You confirm document accuracy online after uploading. If the Competent Authority finds a discrepancy, you are notified through your login. Self-scrutiny is the faster and simpler option for candidates with complete, correctly scanned documents.

Can I edit the CAP 2026 registration form after submission?

You can edit or update your application form before final confirmation — at a Facilitation Centre or directly online. Once you click Final Submit and confirm, no information can be changed. Review every field before confirming. If you spot an error after confirmation, contact the CET Cell helpdesk at fe2026.mahacet.org immediately.

Can I register for CAP 2026 without an MHT-CET score?

Yes. Candidates with a valid JEE Main 2026 Paper 1 score but no MHT-CET score can register under Type 2 (All India) candidature, paying ₹1,300 or ₹1,000. Type 2 candidates access only the 15% All India quota seats — not the 85% state quota seats reserved for Maharashtra domicile (Type 1) candidates. Minimum HSC eligibility still applies.

Register at fe2026.mahacet.org Before July 12 at 5 PM

With less than a week to the deadline, register today. Keep your MHT-CET hall ticket, Class 10 and 12 marksheets, and domicile and category certificates within reach — the full process takes 30–45 minutes if your documents are scanned and ready. Once you have your CAP Application Number, start shortlisting colleges immediately using the CampusJourney College Predictor (campusjourney.in/predictor) — it estimates your chances at Maharashtra engineering colleges using 3 years of official DTE cutoff data, so you walk into option form filling with a strategy, not guesswork.

For personalised guidance through registration, document verification, and option form strategy, connect with our team at the CampusJourney Admission Desk (campusjourney.in/admission-desk).

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Disclaimer: Campusjourney is an independent guidance platform and is not affiliated with the Government of Maharashtra, the State CET Cell, or DTE Maharashtra. Registration dates, fee structure, document requirements, and process details are sourced from the official CET Cell Information Brochure for UG/PG Admissions AY 2026-27 (published 02/07/2026) and CET Cell Notice No. 1 dated 02/07/2026. Always verify current information at fe2026.mahacet.org and cetcell.mahacet.org before taking action. Individual circumstances vary by category, candidature type, and document status — the information in this article is for general guidance only.