MAH MCA CET 2025 Provisional Merit List Released: Check Ranks, Grievance Dates and Next Steps

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has released the Provisional Merit List for MAH MCA CET 2025 on July 20, marking a key phase in the admission process for MCA programs in the state for the 2025–26 academic year.

Candidates can access the list online without login credentials and are advised to carefully check their details. Any grievances against the provisional list can be submitted online until July 22.

The final merit list will be published on July 25, after which the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) will proceed with choice filling, provisional seat allotments, and admission formalities. Aspirants must keep essential documents ready and follow updates on the official website to avoid missing critical deadlines.

MAH MCA CET 2025 Provisional Merit List Released

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has officially released the Provisional Merit List for MAH MCA CET 2025 today, July 20, 2025. This highly anticipated list is a crucial step in the admission process for Master of Computer Applications (MCA) programs across various government, government-aided, university-managed, and unaided private professional educational institutes in Maharashtra for the academic year 2025-26.

Candidates who appeared for the MAH MCA CET 2025 examination, conducted on March 23, 2025, can now access the provisional merit list online at the official website, https://mca2025.mahacet.org.in/mca/home. The list is available as a consolidated PDF, meaning candidates do not need login credentials to view it. They can download the PDF and verify their merit ranks and other details.

Important Dates and What’s Next:

The release of the provisional merit list kicks off a critical phase of the Centralized Admission Process (CAP). Here’s a breakdown of the upcoming schedule:

• Provisional Merit List Release: July 20, 2025 (Released)
• Grievance Submission Against Provisional Merit List: July 20 to July 22, 2025 (up to 5:00 PM)
• Display of Final Merit List: July 25, 2025

Understanding the Provisional Merit List and Grievance Process

The provisional merit list contains the names of candidates eligible for the MAH MCA CET counselling and choice filling process. It is compiled based on the scores and ranks obtained in the MAH MCA CET 2025 examination.

Candidates are strongly advised to meticulously check their details in the provisional merit list. In case of any discrepancies or grievances regarding their merit status, they have a limited window to submit their concerns online. This grievance submission process is crucial as it allows for corrections before the final merit list is published.

How to Submit Grievances: Candidates will need to log in to their respective candidate portals on the official website to raise any grievances. They may be required to upload requisite documents to substantiate their claim for correction. The status of acceptance or rejection of the grievance will be available in the candidate’s login.

Counselling and Seat Allotment Process

Following the release of the final merit list, the CAP rounds for MAH MCA CET 2025 will commence. The counselling process is entirely online and involves several stages:

1. Online Application and Document Upload (Concluded): Candidates had to register online and upload the required documents for counselling. The last date for this was extended multiple times, finally concluding on July 16, 2025.
2. Document Verification (Concluded): The verification of documents was carried out online and at designated facilitation centers, concluding on July 17, 2025.
3. Choice Filling: Candidates listed in the final merit list will be able to select their preferred colleges and courses in order of preference. This is a critical step as seat allotment is largely based on these choices, combined with the candidate’s rank, category, and seat availability. The dates for choice filling will be announced soon after the final merit list is released.
4. Provisional Seat Allotment: Based on the choices filled and merit, provisional seat allotments for each CAP round will be displayed online.
5. Seat Acceptance and Reporting: Candidates who are allotted a seat will have to accept the seat online and then report to the allotted institute within a specified timeframe to complete the admission formalities, including document verification (physical) and fee payment.

Documents Required for Admission (General List):

Candidates should keep the following documents ready for the subsequent stages of the admission process, especially for physical verification at the allotted institute:

• MAH MCA CET 2025 Admit Card
• MAH MCA CET 2025 Scorecard
• MAH MCA CET 2025 Application Form printout
• Class 10th Marksheet
• Class 12th Marksheet
• Graduation Marksheets (all semesters/years)
• Graduation Degree Certificate
• School Leaving Certificate / Transfer Certificate
• Domicile Certificate (for Maharashtra State candidates)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Caste Validity Certificate (if applicable)
• Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (if applicable, valid up to March 31, 2026)
• EWS Certificate (if applicable)
• Disability Certificate (if applicable)
• Gap Certificate (if applicable)
• Passport-sized photographs

Aspirants are advised to regularly visit the official website, cetcell.mahacet.org, for the latest updates and detailed schedules to ensure they do not miss any crucial deadlines in the MAH MCA CET 2025 admission process.

FAQs on MAH MCA CET 2025 Provisional Merit List

What is the MAH MCA CET 2025 Provisional Merit List?
It is a list of candidates eligible for the next stage of the admission process, based on their performance in the MAH MCA CET 2025 exam.

When was the MAH MCA CET 2025 Provisional Merit List released?
The provisional merit list was released on July 20, 2025.

Where can I check the MAH MCA CET 2025 Provisional Merit List?
You can check and download the list from the official website: https://mca2025.mahacet.org.in/mca/home.

Do I need login credentials to view the provisional merit list?
No, the merit list is available as a PDF and does not require any login.

What should I do after checking the provisional merit list?
You should verify your details and, if there are any discrepancies, submit a grievance within the specified window.

What are the dates for grievance submission?
Candidates can submit grievances from July 20 to July 22, 2025, up to 5:00 PM.

How do I submit a grievance for the merit list?
Login to your candidate portal on the official website and upload supporting documents for your claim.

When will the final merit list be released?
The final merit list will be released on July 25, 2025.

What happens after the final merit list is published?
After the final list, the choice filling and seat allotment rounds of the CAP process will begin.

Is the counselling process online or offline?
The entire counselling and admission process is conducted online.

Has document verification already been completed?
Yes, document verification concluded on July 17, 2025.

What is choice filling and why is it important?
Choice filling allows candidates to select their preferred colleges and courses. Seat allotment is based on these preferences, merit rank, category, and seat availability.

When will choice filling begin?
It will start soon after the release of the final merit list. The exact dates will be announced on the official website.

How will seats be allotted in the CAP rounds?
Seats will be allotted based on merit rank, category, seat availability, and the choices filled by the candidate.

What is provisional seat allotment?
It is the temporary assignment of seats based on the first round of preferences and eligibility. Final confirmation depends on further admission steps.

What should I do after receiving a seat allotment?
You must accept the seat online and report to the allotted institute for final admission, including physical document verification and fee payment.

Which documents are required at the time of admission?
You’ll need the MAH MCA CET 2025 admit card, scorecard, application form printout, marksheets (Class 10, 12, and graduation), degree certificate, school leaving certificate, domicile certificate (if applicable), caste and validity certificates (if applicable), EWS or non-creamy layer certificates (if applicable), disability certificate (if applicable), gap certificate (if needed), and passport-sized photographs.

Is physical reporting to the institute necessary?
Yes, after seat allotment and acceptance, physical reporting for document verification and fee payment is mandatory.

What if I miss the grievance submission deadline?
You won’t be able to request corrections in the merit list after the grievance deadline passes.

Can I participate in counselling if my name is not on the final merit list?
No, only candidates listed in the final merit list are eligible for CAP rounds and choice filling.

How many CAP rounds will be conducted?
The number of CAP rounds will be announced by the CET Cell after the final merit list is published.

Can I modify my preferences during the choice filling period?
Yes, you can modify your choices within the specified choice filling window.

Where can I find updates and detailed schedules for MAH MCA CET 2025 admissions?
Visit https://cetcell.mahacet.org regularly for the latest updates, notices, and official announcements.