The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Maharashtra released its provisional merit list for polytechnic admissions today, July 7, 2026. The list is available online for candidates seeking admission to First Year Post SSC Diploma courses in Engineering, Technology, and Architecture. Applicants can access their rank status via the official admission portal, poly26.dtemaharashtra.gov.in.
The release of the provisional merit list initiates a period for grievance redressal. Candidates have until July 9, 2026, to submit any objections. Following this review, the final merit list will be published. This will pave the way for the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) Round 1 counselling.
Checking Your Merit Status
Candidates must log in to the DTE Maharashtra admission portal to view their merit list details. The portal is accessible at dtemaharashtra.gov.in.
Follow these steps:
- Navigate to the official website: dtemaharashtra.gov.in .
- Click on the Candidate Login tab.
- Enter your Application ID and password .
- Complete the captcha verification.
- Submit your credentials to view your provisional merit list.
The provisional merit list details are expected to appear on screen after successful login. Candidates should download and save a copy for their records.
Details on the Provisional Merit List
The provisional merit list contains essential information for each applicant. These details are considered final for admission procedures. Verify all entries carefully.
| Detail | Description |
| State Level General Merit Number | Overall ranking across Maharashtra. |
| Home District Merit Number | Ranking within the candidate's home district. |
| Category Merit Number | Ranking within the candidate's specific category (e.g., SC, ST, OBC). |
| Candidate's Name | Full name as provided during application. |
| SSC Marks | Marks obtained in the Secondary School Certificate examination. |
| Category Details | Registered category, if applicable. |
| Gender Details | Applicant's gender. |
| Domicile Information | Proof of residence. |
Accuracy of these details is crucial. Any discrepancies must be reported during the grievance redressal period ending July 9, 2026. No changes will be permitted after the final merit list is published.
