Maharashtra FYJC Admission 2025: Date and Registration Guide

The Maharashtra FYJC Admission 2025 process has officially begun, and if you've recently completed your SSC exams, it's time to prepare for the transition to junior college (11th grade). This year’s admission process for the academic year 2025-26 follows the Centralised Admission Process (CAP), ensuring a transparent and streamlined experience for students across the state of Maharashtra.

In this blog, we'll provide a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the Maharashtra FYJC admission 2025, including CAP Round 1 dates, registration procedures, important documents, and more.

Key Dates for Maharashtra FYJC CAP Round 1 (2025)

The FYJC admission process 2025 is organised in multiple rounds to provide ample opportunities for all students to secure a seat in their preferred junior colleges.

Here are the key admission dates to mark on your calendar:

Event	Instructions	Date & Time
Practice registration (Data deleted)	-	May 19 – 20, 2025
Online registration starts and ends	You need to register and submit the application online, including your college preferences. You can choose at least one and up to ten Junior Colleges you want to join. Colleges will be assigned based on your preferences, your marks, and any reservation if applicable. You can also apply for special quotas (like Management, In-house, or Minority) at the same time—this is called the Zero Round. Remember, you must give your consent after each round of allotment. If you don’t get admitted in a round, you can change or update your preferences and streams before the next round.	May 21, 2025 (11:00 AM) to May 28, 2025 (6:00 PM)
Provisional merit list release	-	May 30, 2025 (11:00 AM)
Correction and grievance time	If you find any mistakes or have objections in the Provisional General Merit List, you can submit them through the ‘Grievance Redressal’ option in your student login. The Deputy Director of Education will review and address your grievances or correction requests online. They will then finalise the decisions and update the merit list accordingly.	May 30 – June 1, 2025 (till 4:00 PM)
Final merit list release	-	June 3, 2025 (4:00 PM)
College allotment date	Preparation of the merit list of all eligible candidates and allocate seats accordingly. Zero Round of seat allocation specifically for Management, In-House, and Minority Quotas. The divisional CAP committees carefully review and audit all seat allocations to ensure everything is fair and accurate.	June 5, 2025
College list publication	The Junior College allotment list for the round will be available on the portal. Students can see their allotted Junior College details by logging into their student account. Junior Colleges will also receive the list of students allotted to them. The cut-off list for the admission round will be published on the portal for everyone to check.	June 6, 2025 (10:00 AM)
Document upload period	If you’re happy with the Junior College you’ve been allotted, click “Proceed For Admission” in your student login. Then, report to the allotted college for document verification, pay the required fees, and confirm your admission. If you don’t want to take admission in the allotted college, you can choose to participate in the next round. Colleges will update admission status—confirmation, rejection, or cancellation—through their login. If you get your first-choice college, you must take admission there. If you don’t, you’ll be blocked from participating in Regular Rounds 2 to 4 and can only join from the Open Round onwards. If you want to cancel your confirmed admission, you must request the college to cancel it. After cancellation, you will also be restricted from the consequent Regular Round and can only apply from the next round.	June 6 – 12, 2025 (11:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
Vacant seats for Round 2	-	June 14, 2025 (10:00 PM)
Quota admissions (In-house, Management, Minority)	-	Starts from June 6, 2025

For detailed instructions, refer to the official Maharashtra FYJC admission portal.

How to Apply for FYJC Admission in Maharashtra (2025)

To kickstart your FYJC admission 2025 process, follow these simple steps to complete the online registration:

Step 1: Registration for Maharashtra FYJC Admission

Visit the Official Portal: Go to the official Maharashtra FYJC Admission Portal to register for the process.
New Registration: Enter your SSC seat number, personal details, and contact information to create your profile.
Fill in the Application Form: Provide accurate details about your academic history and personal information.
Document Upload: Upload essential documents such as your SSC mark sheet, School Leaving Certificate (SLC), Caste Certificate, and more.
Fee Payment: Complete the application fee payment via debit/credit card, net banking, or at authorised CSC centers.
Lock and Submit: After reviewing your form, submit your application and receive confirmation via SMS and email.

Step 2: Preference Filling for College Selection

Login to Your Dashboard: Use your credentials to log into the student dashboard.
Select Preferred Colleges and Streams: Choose your desired stream (FYJC Science, FYJC Commerce, FYJC Arts, or Vocational) and select junior colleges based on availability.
Submit Preferences: Double-check your selections and submit your preferences before the deadline.
Monitor Application Status: Track your application progress, merit lists, and allotment results through the portal.

Documents Required for Maharashtra FYJC Admission 2025

Here’s a checklist of essential documents you’ll need for your FYJC admission 2025:

Essential Documents:

Class 10 Marksheet
School Leaving Certificate (SLC)
Passport-sized Photograph
Aadhar Card or Government-issued ID

For Reserved Categories:

Caste Certificate
Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (if applicable)
EWS Certificate (if applicable)
Disability Certificate (if applicable)

Make sure to have scanned copies of these documents ready to upload during the registration process.

Reservation Criteria for Maharashtra FYJC Admission 2025

Maharashtra follows a reservation policy to ensure fair opportunities for all students. These include:

Constitutional Reservations: Reserved seats for SC, ST, and other socially disadvantaged groups.
Regional Quotas: Specific reserved and open seats allocated to each region of Maharashtra.
Quota Admissions: For in-house, management, and minority students.
Special Reservations: For students affected by natural disasters, orphaned children, and other special categories.

For more details on the reservation categories, visit the Maharashtra FYJC official page.

Advantages of the Centralised Online Admission System

The centralised online system for FYJC admissions 2025 offers several advantages:

Transparency: The entire process is available for public viewing, ensuring fairness.
Convenience: Apply from anywhere without the need to visit colleges in person.
Real-Time Updates: Monitor your application status and merit list in real-time.
Efficient Processing: Quick document verification leads to a faster admission process.

Tips to Begin Your FYJC Journey

Understand the Syllabus

Familiarise yourself with the syllabus and exam pattern. Following updated study materials aligned with your syllabus makes a big difference.

Get Organised Early

Keep your FYJC notes and study material well arranged to make revision easier. Using well-structured resources tailored to FYJC can give you a clear advantage.