MHT CET 2026 CAP Round 1 Seat Matrix Released; Option Entry Open Till July 30

The MHT CET 2026 CAP Round 1 seat matrix has been finally released by the State Common Entrance Test Cell. So, those candidates who have applied can now look into more details such as college-wise, branch-wise, and category-wise seat availability for students willing to take admission in first-year engineering courses. Furthermore, the provisional seat allotment result for Round 1 will be out on 2nd August, 2026. 

Key Highlights

How to Download Seat Matrix

1. Visit the official website of MHT CET
2. Click on the “CAP Round 1 Seat Matrix” link
3. Open the PDF titled “2026 FE Seat Matrix”, visible on the screen
4. Use search (Ctrl + F) to find colleges or branches

Important Dates

Seat Distribution Insights

The seat matrix indicates a higher number of seats in emerging and popular branches:

• Computer Science Engineering has the highest intake
• Information Technology ranks second
• Artificial Intelligence & Data Science follows closely
• Core branches like Mechanical, Civil, and Electronics remain widely available

How to Fill Option Form

1. Log in to the candidate portal using application ID and password
2. Select “CAP Round 1 Option Form”
3. Choose preferred colleges and branches
4. Arrange them in priority order
5. Save and lock the form before July 30, 2026

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