09/25/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/25/2026 00:39
Updated On: September 25, 2026 11:47 AM
Checklist for Candidates Receiving First-Time Allotments in Round 2
Can I Report to College on Sunday During the Verification Period?
MH B.Sc Nursing Seat Allotment Result LIVE Updates: State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, published MH B.Sc Nursing CAP Round 2 seat allotment result. Candidates who completed choice filling can check their selection status on the official website medical2026.mahacet.org . The provisional selection list PDF contains the CET form number, candidate name, category, merit rank, and allotted nursing institute. Check the direct PDF link, cutoff analysis, and college reporting steps.
Follow these simple steps to check your allotment status once the official link is activated:
Visit the official portal
Click on "CAP Round 2 Selection List for B.Sc Nursing 2026" under the notifications tab.
The provisional selection list PDF will open on the screen.
Press Ctrl + F and enter your CET Application Number or Name to search your allotment.
Download the file and take a printout of your provisional allotment letter.
Candidates getting a seat for the first time or receiving an upgrade in Round 2 must physically report to the allotted college with original certificates and pay the required admission fees. If you are satisfied with the seat and do not wish to participate in subsequent rounds, submit the Status Retention Form at the college before the deadline.
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State CET Cell Maharashtra has published the provisional selection list online at medical2026.mahacet.org. Download the seat allotment PDF and submit status retention forms before the September 29 deadline.
The live blog for MH B.Sc Nursing Seat Allotment Result has concluded! Stay tuned to collegedekho for more related updates!
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If you did not receive a seat in Round 1 but got allotted in Round 2:
Download your provisional allotment letter.
Collect all original documents listed in the brochure.
Issue a Demand Draft for the required tuition fees.
Report to the allotted college before September 30, 5:30 PM.
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Query from Swati Kadam (Ratnagiri): "What happens if I join a college in Round 2 but decide to cancel later?"
Answer: Cancelling an admission after submitting original documents or missing mandatory timelines can result in a seat lapse penalty as outlined in the official MH B.Sc Nursing Information Brochure. Always review college cancellation terms before finalizing retention.
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Filling out the Status Retention Form at the college confirms that you are fully satisfied with your current allotment and wish to withdraw from subsequent rounds. If you hope to upgrade further in subsequent rounds, do NOT fill the retention form.
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Query from Ganesh Jadhav (Akola): "The reporting dates are September 25 to September 30. Will college admission counters be open on Sunday?"
Answer: Designated admission centers and college reporting desks are kept operational during specified admission windows as per official notifications. However, candidates are advised to contact the allotted college helpdesk in advance to confirm exact Sunday timings.
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After locating your name in the selection list:
Note down your allotted College Code and Name.
Download your Provisional Allotment Letter from your candidate login.
Prepare original documents and Demand Draft for fee payment.
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When you open the Selection List PDF, you will see columns for Seniority/Merit Number (SML), CET Form Number, Candidate Name, Gender, Category, Quota, and the Allotted College Code & Name.
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Query from Roshni Tambe (Ahmednagar): "The portal says 'Server Busy' when I click on B.Sc Nursing. What should I do?"
Answer: Server load is normal right after 5:00 PM. Wait 5 to 10 minutes or clear your browser cache before retrying medical2026.mahacet.org. The selection list is published as a direct PDF file, which can be downloaded once server traffic stabilizes.
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Query from Harshwardhan Shinde (Latur): "Where exactly on the website will the link be posted?"
Answer: Navigate to medical2026.mahacet.org, select the 'B.Sc Nursing' course portal, and look under the 'Notifications' or 'Current Round Status' section. The link will be clearly labeled as "Provisional Selection List for B.Sc Nursing CAP Round 2".
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Historical trends show that open-category closing ranks for Government Nursing Colleges are higher than those for private institutions. Applicants who opted for broader preference lists have a stronger chance of allotment in Round 2.
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Query from Sandeep Rathod (Jalgaon): "Does the reporting deadline of September 30 include bank/public holidays?"
Answer: Official notices state that physical reporting takes place up to 5:30 PM on September 30, 2026. Payments via cheque are permitted specifically on bank holidays, provided they are replaced by Demand Drafts on the next working day
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All official schedules and deadlines published by the Maharashtra State CET Cell follow server time. Candidates reporting or interacting with the portal must strictly adhere to these official timings
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Query from Meera Nair (Mumbai): "I took admission in Round 1 and applied for betterment. If I get upgraded today, what is the next step?"
Answer: If you get upgraded to a higher preference college, your previous Round 1 seat automatically gets cancelled. You must visit your Round 1 college, collect your original documents and fee refund/transfer document, and report to the newly allotted institute by September 30.
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For candidates allotted private unaided nursing colleges, fee structures vary based on state fee regulating authority (FRA) norms. Candidates should verify the exact fee amount on the respective college website before making Demand Drafts.
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Query from Deepak Mane (Satara): "Which original documents must I bring to the college?"
Answer: You must bring your CET Admit Card, Scorecard, Class 10 & 12 Passing Certificates/Marksheets, Domicile/Nationality Certificate, Caste/EWS Certificate, Caste Validity, Non-Creamy Layer (if applicable), Medical Fitness Certificate, and Demand Draft for fees.
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Seats reserved under Defense (Def-1, Def-2, Def-3) and Orphan quotas are processed using specific category tags during automated allocation. Candidates admitted under these quotas must present relevant certificates during college verification.
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Query from Kavita More (Sangli): "If I am not allotted any seat in Round 2, am I out of the admission process?"
Answer: No, if you are not allotted a seat in CAP Round 2, you remain eligible for subsequent counselling stages, such as CAP Round 3 or Mop-Up rounds, provided you meet eligibility requirements.
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Female candidates allotted seats under the Women's Quota (W) must ensure that their category documents and Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificates (where applicable) explicitly cover the reservation conditions specified in the admission brochure.
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Query from Aniket Pawar (Nanded): "Which number should I search in the allotment PDF, my SML or Roll Number?"
Answer: You can search using either your CET Form Number or your Name. Your SML (State Merit List rank) reflects your relative standing across all registered candidates in Maharashtra.
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The State CET Cell releases the allotment result in the form of a consolidated Selection List containing state merit ranks (SML). Individual closing ranks or cutoffs for each college can be derived by checking the last SML allotted to a specific category in each institute.
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Colleges will retain your original documents upon admission. Candidates are advised to keep at least 5 to 6 sets of self-attested photocopies and scanned PDF backups of all certificates for future university registration formalities.
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Query from Pooja Gaikwad (Solapur): "I have an EWS certificate issued in the Central Government format. Is it valid for reporting?"
Answer: No, the State CET Cell explicitly mandates that EWS certificates must be valid for Academic Year 2026-27 and issued strictly in the Maharashtra State Government format. Central format certificates will not be accepted.
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Official sources indicate that option-entry data processing and merit ranking cross-verifications are currently being finalized at the State Common Entrance Test Cell office in Fort, Mumbai.
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The physical joining process for students receiving a seat in Round 2 will open tomorrow, September 25, 2026, and remain active until September 30, 2026, up to 5:30 PM. Ensure all original documents and DDs are ready.
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Query from Vikram Joshi (Kolhapur): "If I am satisfied with my CAP Round 2 allotted seat, how do I stop my seat from going to Round 3?"
Answer: If you are happy with your allotted seat and do not wish to participate in further rounds, you must physically fill and sign the Status Retention Form at the college during the admission window.
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Candidates reviewing the selection PDF may spot remarks such as 'No Change' (no higher preference matched) or 'Canc./NJ' (Cancelled/Not Joined). These indicators provide transparency regarding vacant seats created by non-reporting students from earlier rounds.
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The portal medical2026.mahacet.org is currently operating smoothly. Tech administrators at the CET Cell are monitoring traffic loads to prevent downtime when the selection list PDF is uploaded later today.
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Query from Priya Shinde (Thane): "I am an OBC candidate and uploaded my Caste Validity receipt. Will my allotment be affected?"
Answer: Per Maharashtra Government directives dated July 2, 2026, OBC and SEBC candidates have been granted a 6-month extension from the CAP registration date to submit their final Caste Validity Certificate. However, the receipt must be presented during reporting.
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Admitting institutes will independently verify every original document before issuing a final admission receipt. Candidates are urged to ensure that their Class 10/12 marksheets, CET scorecards, Domicile certificates, and Caste/EWS papers match the details filled in the CAP application.
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Students expecting an allotment are advised to contact their bank branches early to arrange Demand Drafts (DD). Payment of fees at the allotted college must be completed via DD in favor of the college authority. Cheques are only accepted on bank holidays and must be replaced on the next working day.
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Query from Amit Kulkarni (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar): "What happens if I get allotted a new seat in Round 2, but I prefer not to join?"
Answer: As per state counselling guidelines, if you are allotted a new seat or upgraded in Round 2, your previous Round 1 allotment stands automatically cancelled. You must physically report to the newly allotted college within the stipulated window (September 25 to September 30, 2026) to retain an active admission.
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In the provisional allotment lists, candidates may notice tags like EMD (Earmarking Donor) or EMR (Earmarking Receiver). These technical flags indicate internal category seat adjustments where reserved category candidates qualifying on open merit release or take up reserved quota seats accordingly.
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Government Nursing Colleges (GMCs) in Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar remain top choices among high-rankers in the CET merit list. Category-wise cutoffs for these premium government seats are expected to remain high in CAP Round 2.
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Query from Sneha Patil (Nashik): "If my name shows a college name with '(Ret.)' next to it, what does that signify?"
Answer: The tag '(Ret.)' stands for Retention. It indicates that a candidate joined the college in Round 1 and submitted a Status Retention Form, retaining their existing seat without undergoing further upgrading in Round 2.
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When reviewing the selection list, students will see specific institute codes (e.g., 9111 for College of Nursing Mumbai or 9212 for GMC Nursing Nagpur). These 4-digit numerical prefixes identify the allotted institution under MUHS Nashik.
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Once published, the allotment list will be available as a downloadable PDF. Candidates should open the file on medical2026.mahacet.org, press Ctrl + F, and enter their CET Form Number or full name to check the allocated institute, candidate category, and quota type.
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Query from Rahul Deshmukh (Pune): "At what time will the CET Cell publish the CAP Round 2 selection list PDF on the official portal?"
Answer: While the State CET Cell has not specified an exact time, primary expectations place the publication by 5:00 PM today. In the event of high server traffic or verification delays, a secondary release window is anticipated between 8:00 PM and 9:30 PM.
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Candidates across Maharashtra are gearing up as the State CET Cell prepares to declare the MH B.Sc Nursing CAP Round 2 Selection List today, September 24, 2026. Applicants are advised to keep their CET roll numbers and login credentials handy to quickly verify their status on medical2026.mahacet.org as soon as the PDF goes live.
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Physical Reporting & Document Verification: September 25 - September 30, 2026 (Till 5:30 PM)
Official Website:medical2026.mahacet.org
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Candidates are advised to download and print multiple copies of their Provisional Allotment Letter once available, as it is a mandatory document for college joining and official record verification.
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With less than 24 hours remaining before the release on September 24, candidates across Maharashtra await the allotment list. Results will be hosted on medical2026.mahacet.org.
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The CET Cell noted that failure to produce requisite valid documents during physical verification, even if provisionally uploaded, can lead to rejection of category benefits or cancellation of the admission form.
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Candidates expecting a seat today should ensure stable internet connectivity, keep login credentials handy, and prepare photocopies of all academic and reservation documents to streamline the upcoming reporting process.
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The admission process is executed under the supervision of the Commissioner of the Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell. Any changes to schedules are subject to rulings from state authorities, the INC, or judicial directives.
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Candidates who joined in CAP Round 1 and receive an upgraded seat in CAP Round 2 will have their previous allotment automatically cancelled, enabling them to collect original documents and move to the newly allotted college.
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Candidates are advised to prepare financial requirements in advance. Demand Drafts for college fees should be drawn in favor of the respective college principal or authority as designated in the institutional fee guidelines.
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Cutoffs for CAP Round 2 depend on variables including seat availability from the CAP Round 2 seat matrix, total applicants upgrading, category distribution, and top score trends in the MH-NURSING CET 2026
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According to the official notification from the Competent Authority, the schedule for subsequent admission rounds (such as Mop-Up rounds) for B.Sc Nursing will be announced in due course following the completion of CAP Round 2 joining.
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Candidates are reminded that official announcements, seat allotment links, and notifications are published exclusively on medical2026.mahacet.org and www.mahacet.org. Candidates should avoid relying on unverified third-party sources.
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During physical reporting, candidates must submit original documents, including the MH-NURSING CET Marks Card, Admit Card, Class 10 & 12 Marksheets, Domicile Certificate, Nationality Certificate, and relevant Category/Validity Certificates.
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Seat allotment for MH B.Sc Nursing is calculated strictly on the candidate's rank in the Final Merit List released on September 11, 2026. Tie-breaking and category reservations are applied per official state admission rules during automated allocation.
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Candidates who are allotted a seat in CAP Round 2 but fail to complete physical reporting and document verification within the stipulated window (September 25 to September 30, 2026) will forfeit their allotted seat.
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All participating Government, Private, and Municipal nursing colleges offering the B.Sc Nursing program fall under the academic jurisdiction of the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik. Seat allotments are governed by strict university and state norms.
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Following the publication of the final merit list on September 11, 2026, and CAP Round 1 admissions, Round 2 provides an opportunity for seat upgrading. Candidates who opted for betterment in Round 1 will have their choices re-evaluated against available seats in Round 2.
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Upon publication of results on September 24, candidates who receive an allotment must download their allotment letter, arrange original certificates, obtain a Demand Draft for college fees, and report to the designated institution within the prescribed window from September 25 to September 29/30
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With the preference choice filling portal closing today at 5:30 PM, the CET Cell advises candidates not to wait until the final minutes. Server congestion near deadline hours could prevent successful saving or locking of choice options.
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The MH B.Sc Nursing CAP Round 2 process covers seats across Government, Government-Aided, Municipal Corporation, and Private Unaided Nursing Institutions affiliated with MUHS, Nashik. The centralized system ensures merit-based allocation strictly according to MH-NURSING CET 2026 scores.
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Candidates under the Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PWD) quota must have claimed their reservation status during the initial MH-NURSING CET 2026 examination form filling. Final admission for PWD candidates remains subject to physical examination and validation by the designated Medical Board.
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Candidates claiming reservation under SC, ST, DT-A, NT-B, NT-C, NT-D, OBC, SEBC, or EWS categories must ensure that all original documents-including Caste Certificate, Caste Validity, and Non-Creamy Layer Certificate-are ready. Discrepancies during college verification can lead to forfeiture of the reserved seat.
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The vacant seat matrix for CAP Round 2 was published on September 21, 2026, detailing category-wise seat availability across state colleges. Candidates who used this seat matrix to optimize their option entry choices are better positioned to secure higher-preference allotments during the Round 2 results.
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As per the Government Resolution dated July 2, 2026, OBC and SEBC candidates who could not submit their Caste Validity Certificate during registration have been granted an extension of up to six months from the CAP registration date. Failure to produce the document within this extended timeline will result in seat cancellation and applicable penalties.
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Candidates claiming the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) reservation must present an EWS certificate valid for the Academic Year 2026-27. The authority explicitly emphasizes that the certificate must be in the Maharashtra State Government format; certificates issued in the Central Government format will not be accepted during physical verification.
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Qualifying Percentile: For Bihar (BCECE), candidates must score at least 40% (Unreserved) or 30%-35% (Reserved categories) in the BCECE entrance exam.
Rank Cutoffs:
Government Nursing Colleges (e.g., PMCH Patna, NMCH Patna): Closing ranks generally fall within 1 to 300 for the General category.
Overall Eligibility/Category Seats: Category closing ranks typically extend up to 800-1,200 depending on quotas and available seats during final rounds.
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Candidates securing a seat in Round 2 must pay the requisite admission fees directly at the allotted college. The State CET Cell specifies that payment must be made via Demand Draft (DD). Payment by cheque is permitted solely on bank holidays, provided it is replaced with a DD on the very next working day to avoid automatic cancellation of admission.
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Qualifying Cutoff Percentile: Generally, candidates must secure at least 50th percentile (General/Unreserved) or 40th percentile (SC/ST/OBC) in the MH B.Sc Nursing CET to be eligible for counselling.
Admission Marks/Rank: Cutoff scores for securing a seat vary by college and category:
Government Colleges: Typically require a merit rank within the top 1,000-1,800 (roughly 70+ marks out of 100).
Private Colleges: Open seats usually close around ranks up to 8,000-12,000 depending on candidate category and round.
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Candidates are reminded that mere participation in the MH-NURSING CET 2026 examination does not guarantee a seat. Separate registration with the State Competent Authority for the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) was mandatory. Only registered candidates who uploaded valid documents and completed preference filling are included in the allotment processing.
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Following the release of the Round 2 selection list on September 24, candidates who are allotted a seat must physically report to their respective colleges. According to the State CET Cell schedule, physical joining and original document verification will take place from September 25 to September 30, 2026, up to 5:30 PM.
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The online option and preference filling process for CAP Round 2 officially concludes today, September 23, 2026, at 5:30 PM server time. Candidates who have not yet locked their options must complete and finalize their preferred college selections before the deadline to ensure consideration in the Round 2 allotment process.
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While the State CET Cell has not specified an exact time for publishing the allotment list, academic experts project the primary release window to be by 5:00 PM on September 24, 2026. In case of any technical delays or processing extensions, a secondary release slot is expected between 8:00 PM and 9:30 PM. Candidates are advised to keep their login credentials ready.
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The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, will officially publish the MH B.Sc Nursing CAP Round 2 seat allotment result tomorrow, September 24, 2026. Candidates who submitted their web choices can check their selection status on the official website, medical2026.mahacet.org. The selection list will determine candidate admissions into Government, Government-Aided, Municipal Corporation, and Private Unaided Nursing Colleges across Maharashtra.