Maharashtra DSE 2026 Final Merit List Out - Check Rank, Seat Matrix & Next Steps

Eligibility Details

• Direct Second Year Engineering (DSE) admission is open to Diploma in Engineering/Technology holders, eligible B.Sc. (Maths) graduates, and D.Voc. holders seeking admission to the B.E./B.Tech Direct Second Year program for 2026-27. Specific eligibility may vary by branch and category; verify on the official portal during CAP rounds.

Important Dates (as announced by CET Cell)

• Online registration and document upload: 07-07-2026 to 22-07-2026 (extended from 19-07-2026)
• Document verification: 08-07-2026 to 23-07-2026
• Display of DSE 2026 Provisional Merit List: 25-07-2026
• Submission of grievances against provisional merit list: 26-28-07-2026
• Display of DSE 2026 Final Merit List: 30-07-2026
• Display of Provisional Category-wise Seat Matrix for CAP Round I: 30-07-2026
• Online CAP Round I option form submission: 31-07-2026 to 02-08-2026
• Display of Provisional Allotment, CAP Round I: 04-08-2026
• Display of Provisional Vacant Seats for CAP Round II: 08-08-2026
• Display of Provisional Allotment, CAP Round II: 14-08-2026

Note: Some reports mention slightly different provisional and final-list dates. Always cross-check the live schedule on the official portal (dse2026.mahacet.org.in).

Application Fees

• Fees details are not specified in the posting. Refer to the official CET Cell portal during CAP rounds for updated fee information.

Other Instructions

• Only candidates whose names appear in the final merit list are eligible to fill the CAP Round I College and Branch Option Form.
• Review the Seat Matrix carefully before submitting options, as seat allotment depends on the options submitted.
• Compare with previous years’ provisional seat matrices and CAP round cutoffs for trends (these are not guarantees for 2026).
• Have original documents ready for verification when required. Monitor the official website and registered communications for any updates or revisions by the CET Cell.