Maharashtra Direct Second Year Engineering (DSE) Admission 2026 – BE/B.Tech College Finder @dse2026.mahacet.org.in
Official Admission Notice · Updated 09 July 2026
Maharashtra DSE Engineering Admission 2026-27
Registration for Direct Second Year (Lateral Entry) Engineering (B.E./B.Tech.) Admission 2026-27 is now open under the Maharashtra Centralized Admission Process (CAP). Candidates can register online, upload documents, and complete verification before the deadlines below.
- Admission Year
- 2026–27
- Admission Type
- Direct Second Year (Lateral Entry)
- Admission Mode
- Maharashtra CAP
01 Admission Process
The entire procedure runs online. At this stage, candidates only need to register, upload documents, verify their application, and confirm the form. Option form filling, seat allotment, seat acceptance, and institute reporting will be announced separately by the Competent Authority.
- Complete the online registration.
- Upload all required documents.
- Choose E-Scrutiny or Physical Scrutiny for document verification.
- Confirm the online application form after verification succeeds.
02 Document Verification
E-Scrutiny Mode
Fully online verification — no visit to a Scrutiny Centre required. Documents uploaded by the candidate are checked electronically. Any discrepancy sends the application back through the candidate login for correction and resubmission.
Physical Scrutiny Mode
Candidates visit their selected Scrutiny Centre with original documents for in-person verification. Once confirmed, the centre issues an acknowledgement receipt.
03 Eligibility Criteria
- Candidate must be an Indian citizen.
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Must hold a minimum three-year Diploma or two-year Lateral Entry Diploma in Engineering and Technology, with:
- At least 45% marks for General Category candidates.
- At least 40% marks for Reserved Category, EWS, and PWD candidates from Maharashtra State.
- OR a B.Sc. degree with the prescribed percentage and Mathematics at HSC or equivalent.
- OR a three-year D.Voc. programme in the same or an allied sector.
04 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Category (Maharashtra State & All India) | ₹1,300 |
| Reserved Categories, EWS, PWD, Orphan & Transgender (Maharashtra State) | ₹1,000 |
Pay online via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other approved methods. The fee is non-refundable once paid.
05 Important Schedule
06 Important Instructions
- Applications not verified and confirmed via E-Scrutiny or Physical Scrutiny will be excluded from the merit list.
- Reserved category candidates must produce valid certificates and supporting documents during verification.
- Candidates who skip submitting reservation documents will be treated as General Category per admission rules.
- The schedule is provisional and may be revised by the Competent Authority.
07 Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for DSE 2026-27 registration in Maharashtra?
Online registration and document upload close on 19 July 2026 at 5:00 PM.
What is the difference between E-Scrutiny and Physical Scrutiny?
E-Scrutiny is fully online with no centre visit required. Physical Scrutiny requires visiting a designated Scrutiny Centre with original documents for in-person verification.
What is the application fee for DSE Engineering Admission 2026-27?
₹1,300 for General category candidates, and ₹1,000 for Reserved category, EWS, PWD, Orphan, and Transgender candidates from Maharashtra State.
When will the final merit list for DSE 2026-27 be published?
The Final Merit List is scheduled for 27 July 2026, after a grievance and correction window from 23 to 25 July 2026.
DSE 2026 – Admission Process Steps
- Step 1: Fill out your personal, academic, and category information in the application form.
- Step 2: Upload all required documents (JPG, JPEG, or PDF format).
- Step 3: Wait for the first merit list and check your name and ranking.
- Step 4: If any mistake is there, you can raise a complaint (grievance).
- Step 5: Final merit list will be released after correction.
- Step 6: Choose your favorite colleges and branches (Choice Filling).
- Step 7: View your seat status and download allotment letter.
- Step 8: Pay the seat confirmation fee and upload the required documents.
- Step 9: If you want to try again, you can take part in the second round.
- Step 10: Once your seat is confirmed, go to the college, submit original documents, and pay fees.
🔗 Important Links for Maharashtra DSE Admission 2026
All candidates are advised to use the official Maharashtra CET Cell portal for registration and downloading official documents. You can also use our College Insight tools to predict your admission chances using previous year’s CAP cutoffs.
📝 DSE 2026 Registration Portal
Complete your online registration for Maharashtra Direct Second Year Engineering Admission 2026.
Register Now →📅 Official Activity Schedule
Download the official admission schedule released by the State CET Cell.
Download PDF →📘 Information Brochure
Read the complete admission rules, eligibility criteria, reservation policy and CAP process.
Download Brochure →🎯 College Insight DSE Predictor
Predict your admission chances instantly using your Diploma percentage and previous CAP cutoffs.
Use Free Predictor →📊 Previous Year DSE CAP Cutoff PDFs
Before filling your option form, it is highly recommended to check the previous year’s CAP cutoff PDFs. These help you understand the admission trends and estimate your chances of getting your preferred engineering college.
| CAP Round | Download |
|---|---|
| DSE CAP Round I Cutoff 2025-26 | Download PDF |
| DSE CAP Round II Cutoff 2025-26 | Download PDF |
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