Maharashtra DSE CAP Round 1 Result 2026 Released Today at dse2026.mahacet.org.in; Check Seat Allotment & Reporting Schedule

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has declared the Direct Second Year Engineering (DSE) CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment Result 2026, marking the beginning of the admission process for diploma and eligible B.Sc. candidates seeking lateral entry into engineering programmes across Maharashtra.

The allotment has been prepared after considering the final merit list, candidates' college and branch preferences, reservation policy, and availability of seats in participating institutes.

Candidates who have secured a seat should note that downloading the allotment letter is only the first step. Admission will be confirmed only after completing the online acceptance process and reporting to the allotted institute within the notified schedule.

Maharashtra DSE CAP Round 1 Result 2026 Overview

What Does the DSE CAP Round 1 Result Mean for Candidates?

The Round 1 allotment determines the first admission opportunity for candidates based on their merit and preferences. Students may receive their preferred college, a different preference from their option form, or may not receive a seat in this round depending on competition and seat availability.

Candidates who are satisfied with the allotted seat can confirm their admission by accepting the allotment and reporting to the institute. Those seeking a better option in subsequent rounds can choose the appropriate acceptance option, subject to CET Cell counselling guidelines.

This stage is crucial because missing any deadline may lead to cancellation of the allotted seat.

How to Check Maharashtra DSE CAP Round 1 Result 2026?

Candidates can access their allotment status by following these steps:

1. Visit the official Maharashtra DSE admission portal.

2. Click on the CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment Result 2026 link.

3. Log in using the Application ID and password.

4. Check the allotted institute and engineering branch.

5. Download and print the provisional allotment letter.

Candidates are advised to keep multiple copies of the allotment letter for reporting and future reference.

Seat Acceptance Process Begins on August 5

Candidates who have been allotted a seat must complete the online seat acceptance process between August 5 and August 7, 2026 (up to 3 PM).

During this process, candidates can choose from the following options depending on their admission preference:

• Auto Freeze: Confirm the allotted seat and exit further counselling.

• Self Freeze: Accept the allotted seat as per the counselling guidelines.

• Float/Slide: Retain the current allotment while remaining eligible for a better college or branch in the next CAP rounds.

Selecting the correct option is important because it determines eligibility for future counselling rounds.

Institute Reporting is Mandatory for Admission Confirmation

After accepting the allotted seat online, candidates must report to the allotted institute between August 5 and August 7, 2026 (up to 5 PM).

At the institute, candidates will undergo document verification and complete admission formalities. Failure to report within the prescribed timeline may result in the cancellation of the allotted seat.

Documents Required for Maharashtra DSE Admission 2026

Candidates should carry the following documents while reporting:

• Provisional Seat Allotment Letter

• Final Merit Rank Card

• Diploma/B.Sc./D.Voc. Marksheet and Passing Certificate

• Class 10 Marksheet

• School Leaving Certificate

• Maharashtra Domicile/Nativity Certificate

• Valid Photo ID

• Caste Certificate and Caste Validity Certificate (if applicable)

• Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (where applicable)

• EWS Certificate (if applicable)

• PwD Certificate (if applicable)

Candidates should carry both original documents and photocopies to avoid delays during verification.

DSE CAP Counselling Covers Over 340 Engineering Institutes

The Maharashtra DSE admission process offers lateral entry admissions across more than 340 engineering colleges located in 34 cities of the state.

Seat allotment is carried out by considering several factors, including:

• Final Merit Rank

• Reservation Category

• Home University Status

• Candidate Preferences

• Seat Availability

The counselling process also includes reservations for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD, Defence, and other eligible categories as per government norms.

What Happens After Round 1?

Once the reporting process concludes, the CET Cell will publish the vacant seat matrix for the next counselling round.

Candidates who opted for the Float or Slide option and those who were not allotted a seat in Round 1 will be eligible to participate in the subsequent CAP rounds, subject to the counselling rules.

Students should regularly monitor the official portal for updates regarding the Round 2 schedule, revised seat matrix, and further admission notifications.