The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell has released revised dates for the 2026 five-year LLB counseling process. These updates affect admissions to over 200 law colleges across the state. Qualified candidates should monitor the official website, cetcell.mahacet.org, for round-specific schedules.
Counseling Schedule Overview
The counseling process involves several stages. These include filling out college options, seat allocation, and reporting for admission. Candidates must adhere to all deadlines to ensure timely registration and secure a place in their chosen law programs.
Revised Counseling Dates
The updated schedule outlines key dates for multiple counseling rounds. This includes the initial option filling and subsequent allocation periods for Rounds I, II, and III.
| Activity | Round I Dates | Round II Dates | Round III Dates |
| College Option Form Filling | August 5-11, 2026 | August 23-26, 2026 | September 3-5, 2026 |
| Seat Allocation | August 17, 2026 (5:00 PM) | August 28, 2026 (5:00 PM) | September 18, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Candidate Reporting & Admission | August 18-21, 2026 | August 29-September 1, 2026 | September 19-23, 2026 |
| College Upload of Admitted Candidates | August 22, 2026 | September 2, 2026 | September 24, 2026 |
Additional Registration and Round III Details
Registration for unregistered CET qualified candidates for Round III and the Institutional Level Round is open from August 5 to September 5, 2026. Round II vacant seats will be displayed on August 22, 2026. For Round III, the alphabetical merit list will be displayed on September 8, 2026, with final grievance resolution on September 9-10, 2026. The final merit list for Round III will be published on September 16, 2026.
How to Access the Schedule
Candidates can download the complete counseling schedule from the official website. Navigate to the Notifications/Circulars section. Look for the circular titled "CAP Schedule Round I II and III LLB 5 Yrs 2026." The document will be available as a PDF for reference.
