MHT CET 2026 Scrutiny Centers – District-Wise FC List, Documents to Carry & Complete Verification Guide

MHT CET 2026 Scrutiny Centers (Facilitation Centers) – District-Wise FC List, Documents & Complete Verification Guide

✅ Document Verification Started: 3 July 2026 ⏰ Last Date: 13 July 2026 at 5:00 PM — no extensions 🔗 Official CAP Portal: fe2026.mahacet.org 📌 Registration Last Date: 12 July 2026 at 5:00 PM

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What is a Scrutiny Center (Facilitation Center)?

A Scrutiny Center — officially called a Facilitation Center (FC) — is a college appointed by the Maharashtra State CET Cell to physically verify candidates' documents during the MHT CET CAP (Centralised Admission Process) 2026.

At the FC, an authorised officer:

• Physically checks your original documents against your online application
• Confirms your eligibility, category, and domicile status
• Issues a Receipt-cum-Acknowledgement as proof of completed verification

⚠️ This step is NOT optional. Without confirmed verification — either E-Scrutiny or Physical Scrutiny — your application is rejected. Your name will NOT appear in the CAP merit list and you will NOT get a seat in any CAP round.

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E-Scrutiny vs Physical Scrutiny — Which One Did You Choose?

During CAP registration, you selected one of two verification modes. Here is what each means:

Feature	E-Scrutiny	Physical Scrutiny
Need to visit FC?	❌ No	✅ Yes — mandatory
Documents submitted	Uploaded online via portal	Originals shown at FC
Verification done by	CET Cell online team	FC officer in person
Receipt issued	Online / portal	Physical receipt at FC
Deadline	13 July 2026, 5 PM	13 July 2026, 5 PM
Recommended for	Students far from FC	Students near FC

💡 If you selected E-Scrutiny — you do NOT need to visit any Facilitation Center. Your documents will be verified online through the portal. Make sure all uploads are clear and complete before July 13, 5 PM.

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How to Find Your Facilitation Center

You selected your FC during CAP registration on fe2026.mahacet.org. Follow these steps to find out which center you chose:

1. Login to your candidate account on fe2026.mahacet.org
2. Open your Application Form / Acknowledgement
3. Your selected Facilitation Center name and full address is printed on it
4. Visit that FC within working hours before 13 July, 5 PM

⚠️ Do NOT visit a random Facilitation Center. Verification happens ONLY at the FC you selected during form filling. If you visit the wrong center, your verification will not be processed.

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District-Wise Facilitation Center List (Engineering CAP 2026)

CET Cell has appointed Facilitation Centers across all districts of Maharashtra. The official FC list is available inside your candidate login on fe2026.mahacet.org.

District	Facilitation Center	Address
Pune	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Mumbai City	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Mumbai Suburban	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Thane	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Nashik	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Nagpur	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Kolhapur	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Solapur	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Amravati	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Latur	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Akola	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Jalgaon	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Nanded	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Ratnagiri	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Sangli	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Satara	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Dhule	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Raigad	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org
Chandrapur	Available in portal	Check fe2026.mahacet.org

📌 To get the exact college name and address for your district: Login to fe2026.mahacet.org → Open your application form → Your FC details are printed there.

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Documents to Carry to the FC — Complete Checklist

Carry originals + one photocopy set of every document below.

Academic Documents

• MHT CET 2026 Scorecard (best session — print from portal)
• JEE Main 2026 Scorecard (if using JEE score for admission)
• Class 10 Marksheet
• Class 10 Passing Certificate / Board Certificate
• Class 12 Marksheet
• School / College Leaving Certificate (LC)
• Migration Certificate (if from outside Maharashtra board)

Identity & Domicile Documents

• Aadhaar Card (updated — mandatory from 2026)
• APAAR ID (mandatory from 2026)
• Domicile Certificate of Maharashtra
• Nationality Certificate / Passport / Proof of Indian Nationality

Category Documents (Reserved Category Students)

For OBC / SBC / VJNT / NT candidates:

• Caste Certificate issued by competent authority
• Caste / Tribe Validity Certificate (most important)
• Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) Certificate (valid till 31 March 2027 minimum)

For SC / ST candidates:

• Caste Certificate
• Caste / Tribe Validity Certificate

For EWS candidates:

• EWS Certificate (current financial year)
• Income Certificate

For PWD candidates:

• Disability Certificate
• UDID Card (Unique Disability ID)

Other Documents

• CAP 2026 Application Form printout
• CAP Registration Receipt / Acknowledgement printout
• Recent passport-size photographs (4 copies)
• Gap Certificate (if there is a gap year after Class 12)

⚠️ Reserved category students — critical warning: If you cannot produce your Caste Validity Certificate, NCL Certificate, or EWS Certificate at verification, you will be automatically reclassified as General (Open) category and must pay the fee difference online. You will lose your reservation benefit for ALL CAP rounds. Check the status of pending certificates NOW — not on July 12.

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What Happens at the FC — Step by Step

Step 1 — Reach the FC early FC working hours are typically 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Queues get very long near the deadline (July 11–13). Plan your visit between July 3–8 for the smoothest experience.

Step 2 — Submit your documents Hand over your application printout, all originals, and photocopies to the verification officer at the FC counter.

Step 3 — Officer checks documents The FC officer cross-checks every document against your online application — name, date of birth, category, domicile, marksheets, and certificates.

Step 4 — Discrepancy handling If there is an error or mismatch → you will be told to correct or re-upload on the portal and return to the FC. This is why you should NOT visit on July 12 or 13 — there will be no time to fix errors.

Step 5 — Receipt issued If everything is in order → FC officer confirms your application and issues the Receipt-cum-Acknowledgement. This is your proof of completed verification. Keep it safe.

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After Verification — What Happens Next?

Event	Date
Document Verification Last Date	13 July 2026, 5 PM
Provisional Merit List	15 July 2026
Grievance Window	16 – 18 July 2026
Final Merit List	20 July 2026
CAP Option Entry (Preference List)	After Final Merit List
CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment	To be announced
CAP Round 2 Seat Allotment	To be announced
CAP Round 3 Seat Allotment	To be announced

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Understanding the Merit List After Verification

Once verification is complete and the final merit list is out, you will receive multiple ranks. Here is what each means:

Rank Type	Meaning
State General Merit Number	Your rank among ALL Maharashtra students — most important
Home University Merit Number	Rank among students of your home university zone
State Category Merit Number	Rank within your reserved category statewide
University Category Merit Number	Rank within your category in your home university
TFWS Merit Number	For Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme applicants
PWD Merit Number	For Persons with Disabilities quota

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Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Visiting the wrong Facilitation Center Verification is processed ONLY at your chosen FC. Going elsewhere wastes your time and your verification stays incomplete.

2. Missing documents at the FC If even one important document is missing, you will need to make a second trip. With July 13 approaching, you may not have time.

3. Not carrying originals Photocopies alone are not accepted. Original documents are mandatory for physical scrutiny.

4. Reserved category students not carrying validity certificate A caste certificate without a validity certificate is incomplete. You will be treated as Open category.

5. Waiting till July 12 or 13 Server issues, FC crowd, last-minute document problems — all of these are worst near the deadline. Visit by July 8.

6. E-Scrutiny students not uploading documents If you chose E-Scrutiny, make sure all documents are uploaded clearly on the portal before July 13, 5 PM. Blurry or incomplete uploads get rejected.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can I change my Facilitation Center after registration? A. Generally no. If you selected the wrong district, contact the CET Cell helpline immediately on cetcell.mahacet.org.

Q. I selected E-Scrutiny. Do I still need to visit an FC? A. No. E-Scrutiny is fully online. Just ensure all your documents are properly uploaded on the portal before July 13, 5 PM.

Q. What if I miss the July 13 deadline? A. Your application will not be confirmed. You will not appear in the merit list and cannot participate in any CAP round. There is no extension for individuals.

Q. Is there a fee at the Facilitation Center? A. No verification fee is charged at the FC. Any applicable CAP registration fees are paid online through the portal.

Q. I don't have my caste validity certificate yet. What do I do? A. Apply for it immediately through your district's Social Welfare Office. If it's not ready by July 13, attend verification as Open category and pay the fee difference. Your reserved category benefit will not apply for this year.

Q. What is the Receipt-cum-Acknowledgement? A. It is the official document issued by the FC after successful verification. It is your proof that document verification is complete. Keep it safely — you may need it during actual admission.

Q. My Class 12 board is outside Maharashtra. What extra documents do I need? A. Carry your Migration Certificate along with standard documents. Out-of-state students compete under the All India quota (15% seats in government colleges).

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Last updated: 3 July 2026 | Source: fe2026.mahacet.org, cetcell.mahacet.org, Free Press Journal, Shiksha.com MindzSpark is not affiliated with Maharashtra CET Cell. FC list and dates subject to change — always verify from the official CAP portal.