The State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell is offering colleges and institutions an opportunity to play a key role in the 2025–26 admissions process for technical education courses in Maharashtra. By registering as a Scrutiny centre (SC), your institution will assist in document verification and other admission processes.
In this blog, you will find how to register your college and the role you will be playing as a Scrutiny centre (SC) in supporting admissions to technical education courses.
Note: It is mandatory for Government, Government-Aided, and Vidyapeeth colleges to register for this process.
What are Maharashtra CET Scrutiny Centres (SCs) 2025–26?
Scrutiny Centres (SCs) are appointed by the Technical Education Department of the State Common Entrance Examination Board to assist students and parents during the admission process.
Note: Scrutiny Centres should not charge candidates for any of the services.
Role of Scrutiny Centres in Maharashtra CET Admission Processes 2025–26
Once selected, the primary role of the Scrutiny Centres is to assist with the following various steps of the admission process.
1. Registration and Submission of Online Application Form
- Help candidates register and submit the online application form. Scan and upload all necessary documents as part of the verification process.
- Print one copy of the submitted application form for the candidate.
Note: It is not mandatory for the candidate to report to SC for this activity.
2. Document Verification
- Candidates will present a printed copy of their completed online application form and a set of uploaded documents. The Scrutiny Centre will verify these documents, stamp them with the SC's official seal and date, and return the set to the candidate along with a receipt-cum-acknowledgment for the confirmed application form.
- An SC also has to address any grievances raised by candidates during the admission process.
Note: It is mandatory for the candidate to report to the SC for this activity.
3. Online Option Form Submission for CAP Rounds
- SCs will help candidates fill out their online option forms for CAP Rounds I, II, and III or additional (if any).
- The SC should not influence candidates to select specific preferences while filling out the option form.
Note: It is not mandatory for the candidate to use the scrutiny of SC for this activity.
Scrutiny Centre Registration Process Dates 2025–26 for Colleges in Maharashtra
- If your college is interested in being selected as an SC for Maharashtra CET admission processes, the registration process was between 19 June, 2025, and 24 June, 2025. Now, the registration deadline has been extended up to 27 June, 2025.
- You can register by filling out the required profile on the official State Common Entrance Examination Board website at fcreg2025.mahacet.org.
- It is vital that the information you provide during registration is accurate and complete. Incorrect information may lead to disqualification or delayed processing.
Key Guidelines for Maharashtra CET Scrutiny Centres
To ensure that the process runs smoothly, there are certain rules and guidelines that all Scrutiny Centres must follow:
- All Scrutiny Centres (SCs) must create a username and password by entering the DTE code and password on the respective admission portal.
- SCs must certify, with the coordinator's stamp and signature, that ‘All original documents have been verified.’
- SCs should carefully scrutinise and verify documents to ensure accuracy. Any errors or negligence will be taken seriously. If a candidate suffers due to negligence or non-attendance by SC staff, responsibility for the admission will fall on the individual involved, and appropriate action will be taken.
- SCs found engaging in unlawful activities, such as misguiding candidates, failing to cooperate, or collecting and keeping original documents, will face severe consequences, including non-payment of honorarium, legal action, and/or disqualification from future SC activities.
Infrastructure Requirements for Maharashtra CET SCs
To be selected as a Scrutiny Centre for Maharashtra CET admission processes, colleges must meet certain infrastructure standards. These include:
- Minimum of 10 i3 PCs or higher configuration for confirmation, and an additional 10 PCs for candidate use.
- Windows 10 or higher with up-to-date security and service patches.
- Microsoft Office 2016 or higher version on all machines. Adobe Acrobat Reader 10.0 or above on all machines.
- All machines, PCs, printers, and scanners must be connected through LAN with a minimum internet speed of 20 Mbps. Connectivity can be through ADSL, Wi-Max, Leased Line, or other devices.
- All machines must have updated versions of Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, and Safari browsers installed.
- 1 LaserJet Network Printer. Minimum 1 scanner with at least 300 dpi resolution.
- Adequate electrical power backup (10 KVA, with a backup time of at least 2 hours).
- Counselling Hall equipped with a PA system, LCD projector, and seating arrangement for a minimum of 60 candidates.
- Waiting Room for candidates and parents.
- Potable drinking water facility.
- Separate, clean washrooms for Gents, Ladies, and PWD candidates.
Conclusion
Becoming a Scrutiny Centre is an important responsibility, and it’s crucial for colleges to follow the guidelines laid out by the State Common Entrance Examination Cell.
If your college is interested in providing these services, make sure to complete the registration process within the given time frame. By doing so, you’ll help streamline the admission process and ensure that students receive the assistance they need.
Source
Official Notice by CET, 19 June, 2025: click here to read.
Kindly note that any and all information is subject to change as per the CET Cell, Ministry of Education, and Government of India.
