The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell has opened applications for second-year Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) and Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) lateral entry admissions. Students can apply online at cetcell.mahacet.org for the MHT CET CAP (Common Admission Process) rounds. The application deadline is July 19, 2026 .
MHT CET 2026 Lateral Entry Admission Schedule
The application window for lateral entry to B.E. and B.Tech programs is open. Candidates must submit their applications and upload required documents by July 19, 2026, by 5:00 PM . Document verification and application confirmation must be completed by July 20, 2026, by 5:00 PM .
The provisional merit list for Maharashtra State and All India candidates will be released on July 22, 2026 . Students can submit grievances from July 23 to July 25, 2026. The final merit list will be published on July 27, 2026 .
Key Dates for MHT CET 2026 Lateral Entry Admissions
| Activity | Dates |
| Online Registration and Document Upload | July 7, 2026, to July 19, 2026 (by 5:00 PM) |
| Document Verification and Application Confirmation | July 8, 2026, to July 20, 2026 (by 5:00 PM) |
| Provisional Merit List Display | July 22, 2026 |
| Grievance Submission | July 23, 2026, to July 25, 2026 (by 5:00 PM) |
| Final Merit List Display | July 27, 2026 |
How to Apply
Students can apply for MHT CET 2026 lateral entry admissions via the official website. The process involves several steps:
- Visit the MHT CET counselling link.
- Locate and click the MHT CET B.E, B.Tech Lateral Entry window.
- Click on the candidate registration link.
- Enter all required personal and academic details.
- Complete the application form.
- Select preferred courses and colleges.
- Pay the application fee.
- Save and submit the application.
Application Fee
The application fee varies by category. Candidates must pay the fee to finalize their application.
| Category | Fee |
| General Category (Maharashtra State and All India) | ₹ 1300/- |
| Reserved Category (SC, ST, VJ/DTNT(A), NT(B), NT(C), NT(D), OBC, SBC, SEBC*, EWS) and Persons with Disability (Maharashtra State Only) | ₹ 1000/- |
| Orphan and Transgender (Other) Candidates | ₹ 1000/- |
Students who secure a seat must report to their allotted colleges with necessary documents to complete the admission process.