The State CET Cell Maharashtra released the MHT CET CAP Round 1 Seat Matrix 2026 on fe2026.mahacet.org. This matrix shows available engineering seats for admissions.
Engineering Seat Increase for 2026 Admissions
A total of 1,92,189 engineering seats are available this year. This is an increase from the 1,77,985 seats offered last year. The State CET Cell added 8 new engineering institutes. These additions contribute to the higher seat count for the 2026 admission session.
Participating Institutes and Seat Breakdown
380 institutes are participating in the MHT CET CAP 2026 counseling. The seat matrix provides a detailed view of seat availability. It breaks down seats by college, engineering branch, and reservation category.
This information helps students make informed choices during the CAP Round 1 option form submission. Candidates can view the exact number of seats in their preferred courses and colleges.
Accessing the Seat Matrix
Students can access the MHT CET CAP Round 1 Seat Matrix 2026 on the official website. The website address is fe2026.mahacet.org. Checking the matrix is a crucial step before filling out the CAP Round 1 option form.
| Admission Year | Total Engineering Seats | Number of Participating Institutes |
| 2026 | 1,92,189 | 380 |
| 2025 | 1,77,985 | 372 (estimated from previous year's count plus 8 new) |
