The MAH LLB CET 2026 CAP Round 1 Allotment has been officially published by the State Common Entrance Test Cell (State CET Cell), Maharashtra, bringing critical updates for 3-year LL.B. and 5-year Integrated LL.B. admissions across government, government-aided, university department, and private unaided law colleges in the state. Following the publication of Round 1 seat allocation lists on the official CAP portals at cetcell.mahacet.org, candidates must strictly adhere to physical institute reporting deadlines, document verification rules, and seat acceptance protocols to safeguard their law school admission.
Physical reporting and seat confirmation at allotted law colleges for the MAH LLB CET 2026 CAP Round 1 Allotment closes on August 22, 2026 (up to 05:00 PM), with colleges scheduled to upload the finalized list of admitted candidates on August 23, 2026. Navigating the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) requires absolute clarity regarding Freeze vs. Betterment regulations, the mandatory online seat acceptance fee of ₹1,000, category conversion rules, and original document submission. This guide delivers a comprehensive breakdown of the MAH LLB CET 2026 CAP Round 1 Allotment, covering official timelines, top law college cutoff matrices, seat acceptance procedures, and document verification checklists.
Latest Live Update (September 20, 2026): The State CET Cell has released the final regular centralized allotment. Check the MH CET 3 Year LLB CAP Round 3 Allotment 2026 for download steps, college reporting dates (Sept 21-24), and freeze rules.
Official Master Table: MAH LLB CET 2026 CAP Round 1 Allotment Schedule
To ensure candidates and parents track critical deadlines seamlessly, the official timeline for the MAH LLB CET 2026 CAP Round 1 Allotment issued by State CET Cell Maharashtra is detailed below.
| CAP Milestone / Admission Event | Start Date | End Date / Deadline | Official Portal / Operational Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Declaration of MAH LLB CET 2026 CAP Round 1 Allotment | August 18, 2026 (5-Year) / August 19, 2026 (3-Year) | Published Online | Official Candidate Dashboard Login at cetcell.mahacet.org |
| Online Choice Selection (Freeze / Betterment) and Seat Acceptance Fee Payment (₹1,000) | August 19, 2026 | August 22, 2026 (Up to 05:00 PM) | Active on cetcell.mahacet.org |
| Physical College Reporting and Original Document Verification | August 19, 2026 (10:00 AM) | August 22, 2026 (Up to 05:00 PM) | In-Person Reporting at Allotted Law College |
| Uploading of Admitted Candidate List by Law Institutes | August 23, 2026 | August 23, 2026 (Up to 05:00 PM) | Official Law Institute Portal |
| Display of Vacant Seat Matrix for CAP Round 2 | August 25, 2026 | August 25, 2026 | State CET Cell Official Website |
Source: State CET Cell Maharashtra 2026 Information Brochure
Mandatory Documents Required for Physical Reporting and Verification
Candidates must carry original documents along with three self-attested photocopies to their assigned law college:
- MAH LLB CET 2026 Scorecard and Hall Ticket / Admit Card
- Provisional Seat Allotment Letter and Seat Acceptance Receipt (₹1,000)
- CAP 2026 Online Application Form
- Class 10 and 12 Passing Certificates and Marksheets
- Graduation All-Semester Marksheets and Degree Certificate (for 3-Year LLB)
- Maharashtra State Domicile Certificate / Birth Certificate
- Caste Certificate, Caste Validity Certificate, and Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) Certificate (if applicable)
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS) Certificate (if applicable)
- College Leaving Certificate (LC) / Transfer Certificate (TC)
- 4 Recent Passport Size Photographs and Photo ID (Aadhaar / Passport / PAN)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the Seat Acceptance Fee for MAH LLB CET 2026 CAP?
Answer: The seat acceptance fee is ₹1,000, payable online via the candidate login portal.
Q2: What is the difference between Freeze and Betterment in Round 1?
Answer: Freeze confirms admission in the allotted college. Betterment accepts the current seat while allowing the candidate to compete for higher preferences in Round 2.
Sources Checked and Editorial Verification
- State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra (cetcell.mahacet.org)
- MAH LLB 3-Year CAP Portal (llb3cap26.mahacet.org)
Update Policy: This page is updated immediately whenever the State CET Cell releases revised schedules or notifications.