Quick Overview - Maharashtra DSE CAP Round 2 Seat Allotment Result 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell), Maharashtra |
| Admission Type | Direct Second Year Engineering (DSE) - lateral entry via CAP |
| Official Result Date | August 14, 2026 |
| Official Portal | dse2026.mahacet.org.in |
| Login Requirement | Application ID and Password (or Date of Birth) |
Maharashtra DSE CAP Round 2 Important Dates 2026
Below is the schedule for the key events related to CAP Round 2 seat allotment and admission process:
| Event | Scheduled Date |
|---|---|
| DSE CAP Round 2 Allotment Result | August 14, 2026 |
| Online Seat Acceptance & Fee Payment | August 16 - August 18, 2026 |
| Physical Reporting to Allotted College | August 16 - August 18, 2026 |
| No Admission Activity (Independence Day) | August 15, 2026 |
| Display of Vacant Seats for CAP Round 3 | August 19, 2026 |
How to Check and Download Maharashtra DSE CAP Round 2 Allotment Result
Once the result is published, candidates can follow these steps to view their seat allotment and download the provisional allotment letter:
- Visit the official website: dse2026.mahacet.org.in
- Log in using your Application ID and Password or Date of Birth.
- Check your provisional seat allotment status displayed on the screen.
- Download and save the provisional allotment letter for future reference.
What to Do After the Maharashtra DSE CAP Round 2 Allotment
After checking your allotment result, you have two choices to proceed:
- Freeze Option (Seat Acceptance)
- If you are allotted a seat within your top 3 preferences, the system automatically freezes your seat.
- If you are happy with any other allotted seat, you can choose to freeze it yourself.
- Once frozen, you must complete fee payment and report to the allotted institute by the deadline.
- Note: Candidates who freeze their seat cannot participate in further CAP rounds.
- Float / Betterment Option (Participate in Round 3)
- If your allotted seat is outside your top 3 preferences and you want to try for a better seat, select the 'Not Freeze / Betterment' option.
- You must pay the online seat acceptance fee between August 16 and August 18, 2026 (up to 3:00 PM IST) to keep your current seat while remaining eligible for CAP Round 3.
Rules for Reserved Category Candidates
| Category / Provision | Rule |
|---|---|
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 10% quota over and above the sanctioned intake in participating institutes |
| Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) Certificate | Must be valid through March 31, 2027, for OBC, VJ/DT-NT, and SBC candidates; missing or invalid NCL certificate leads to cancellation of reserved-category seat |
| Caste Validity Certificate | Candidates who applied with a Caste Validity receipt must produce the final original certificate at reporting or risk conversion to Open category |
| Female Reservation | 30% of seats are reserved for female candidates across categories; standard category and domicile documents are still required |
| Fee Concessions | Available to EWS, TFWS, SC, ST, VJ/DT-NT, SBC, and OBC candidates with valid income and category certificates at verification |
| Vacant Reserved Seats | Converted as per CET Cell inter-se merit rules before being offered to general/open merit candidates in later stages |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When will the Maharashtra DSE CAP Round 2 Seat Allotment Result 2026 be released?
A: The result was released on August 14, 2026.
Q: Where can I check my Maharashtra DSE CAP Round 2 allotment result?
A: You can check it on the official website dse2026.mahacet.org.in by logging in with your Application ID and Password.
Q: What documents do I need to log in and check the result?
A: You need your Application ID and Password or Date of Birth to access your provisional allotment status.
Q: What should I do after I get my DSE CAP Round 2 allotment?
A: You must choose between the Freeze option (accept the seat, pay the fee, and report to the college by August 18) or the Float/Betterment option (pay the fee to keep the seat and remain eligible for CAP Round 3).
Q: What is the last date for seat acceptance and reporting?
A: Online seat acceptance and fee payment must be done by August 18, 2026, up to 3:00 PM IST. Physical reporting to the allotted college must also be completed by August 18, 2026, up to 5:00 PM IST.
