Candidates participating in the CET CAP 2026 admission process should take note of an important notice issued by the Maharashtra State CET Cell. The authority has issued important guidelines regarding the submission and verification of reservation documents during the admission process.
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CET CAP 2026 Admission: Reserved Category Candidates
These guidelines were for admissions to various professional degree and postgraduate degree courses for the academic year 2026–27.
As part of the online admission process, you are required to upload the necessary documents if you wish to claim the benefits of reserved categories such as:
- Orphan
- Defence
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD)
- Minority
These documents are used to prepare the merit list and allocate seats during the admission process.
Upload Only Genuine Reservation Documents
If you are applying under any reserved category, you must ensure that the documents you upload are genuine and accurate.
If the documents submitted for reservation benefits are found to be incorrect, false, forged, or misleading during verification or at any stage after verification, your candidature will be cancelled immediately.
Additionally, legal action will be initiated against the concerned candidate as per the applicable rules.
Original Document Verification Mandatory for Institutes
All institutes offering these courses are required to verify the original documents of candidates before granting admission.
If an institute admits a candidate without properly verifying the original documents, legal action will also be taken against the concerned institute.
Important Links
| Documents Required for CET CAP Round 2026: Verification Guide | MHT CET CAP Round Complete Process 2026: Step-by-Step Guide for Admission |
Conclusion
If you are applying through CET CAP 2026, ensure that all documents submitted for reservation benefits are genuine and complete. Following the CET Cell's guidelines and completing proper document verification can help ensure a smooth admission process.
Source
Official Notice by CET Cell, 04 August, 2026: click here to view.
Kindly note that any and all information is subject to change as per the CET Cell, Ministry of Education, and Government of India.







