Documents Required for MHT CET CAP Round 2026: Verification Guide

A good MHT CET percentile can get you shortlisted, however your admission depends on something equally important: document verification.

Every year, candidates lose their reservation benefits or face delays because of missing, invalid, or incomplete documents. With the MHT CET CAP 2026 registration process underway, keeping your documents ready before registration can save you from last-minute issues.

Here's a complete checklist of the documents you'll need and the important rules you shouldn't overlook.

MHT CET CAP 2026 Document Verification Modes

During MHT-CET CAP registration, candidates must choose one of the following verification methods:

E-Scrutiny (Online)

Upload scanned copies of all required documents through the CET CAP portal. If your documents are found to be correct, a Receipt-cum-Acknowledgement will be generated in your login.

Physical Scrutiny

Visit a designated Facilitation Centre (FC) with your original documents and self-attested photocopies for in-person verification.

Documents Required for MHT CET CAP 2026

Every candidate must keep the following documents ready for registration and verification:

Category-Wise Documents Required

Candidates claiming reservation must submit the relevant certificates issued by the competent authority.

SC, ST, VJ/DT, NT, OBC, SBC & SEBC Candidates

Keep the following documents ready:

• Caste Certificate
• Caste/Tribe Validity Certificate
• Valid Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (where applicable)

A quick heads-up: Missing or incomplete paperwork usually means your application defaults to the General category, which also comes with paying the higher General category fee.

EWS Candidates

EWS Eligibility Certificate in the prescribed format.

If Your Certificate Is Under Verification

Candidates who have only the acknowledgement or receipt for their Caste Validity or Non-Creamy Layer Certificate at the time of registration can upload the receipt initially. However, the original verified certificate must be submitted before the final reporting date of the fourth CAP round, failing which the reservation claim may not be considered.

Special Instructions You Should Know

Candidates from Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh Migrant categories must complete their application confirmation at Sardar Patel College of Engineering (SPCE), Mumbai.

Candidates who registered for MHT CET 2026 do not have to pay a separate CAP registration fee.

Candidates applying only through JEE Main or other eligible categories must pay:

• ₹1,300 – General/OMS Candidates
• ₹1,000 – Reserved Category/EWS Candidates

Before You Submit Your Application

Use this quick checklist before completing your CAP registration:

• MHT CET 2026 Score Card
• CAP Registration Form
• SSC & HSC Marksheets and Passing Certificates
• School Leaving Certificate
• Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
• Nationality Proof
• Passport-size Photograph & Signature
• JEE Main Score Card (if applicable)
• Category Certificates (if applicable)
• Caste/Tribe Validity Certificate
• Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (where applicable)
• EWS Certificate (if applicable)

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Final Takeaway

Document verification is a crucial step in the MHT CET CAP process, as it directly determines whether your application moves forward. Before the registration deadline, take time to ensure all your documents are accurate and complete. A quick check now will help prevent delays and keep your admission on track.

FAQs

1. What happens if I miss the document verification deadline?

Ans: If you miss the verification deadline, your application remains unverified. This leaves your name off the merit list and makes you ineligible for CAP seat allotment.

2. Is a Caste Validity Certificate mandatory during registration?

Ans: You can temporarily upload the official application receipt if your certificate is under process. However, the original verified certificate must be submitted before the final reporting cutoff.

3. Can Outside Maharashtra State (OMS) candidates claim category reservations?

Ans: No. Reservation benefits are strictly for Maharashtra State candidates with state-issued certificates. OMS applicants are treated as Open/General category.

4. Who needs a Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (NCLC)?

Ans: Candidates applying under OBC, VJ/DT, NT, SBC, and SEBC categories must provide a valid NCLC issued for the current financial year.