The MHT-CET exam in Maharashtra has recently concluded, and following the declaration of results, the b pharmacy admission process has now commenced. This admission process will be conducted in various stages. In this article, we will provide detailed information on how to secure admission, what precautions to take, and the specifics of each stage of the process.
B. Pharmacy Admission Process Steps
Registration
First of all, you have to complete your registration by going to the official government portal. For this, you have to click on the New Register or Already Registered option, enter your email ID and password and go to login.
A dashboard will open; click on ‘Technical Education’ and select ‘Bachelor of Pharmacy’. You will see the question “Have you appeared for MHT-CET 2026?” on the screen; select ‘Yes’, and then enter your application number, roll number, and date of birth.
Please note that the MHT CET exam was conducted in two attempts. You have to enter the roll number of the attempt in which you got the highest score in the information given above. The roll number with the highest marks will be considered.
After submitting all this, your result is automatically displayed on the screen; then, you need to read the provided instructions, select ‘Save and Proceed,’ and move forward.
Next, you will see your registration details; the information you entered when creating your profile for the exam application is automatically populated here. You simply need to review this information to check for any errors or necessary corrections before proceeding. You should also verify your Aadhaar details, as incorrect information is often entered inadvertently due to haste while filling out the form.
Application ID
After checking all the above, you have to enter your mobile number, on which you will receive an OTP, enter this OTP and complete the verification by filling in the captcha and now you will get your application ID.
Please make a note of the Application ID you have received; it is crucial for all subsequentB pharmacy admission process. You will need it to download documents such as the merit list, the provisional merit list, and the CAP allotment letter.
Document verification
You have both online and offline options available for document verification . You can choose the option that suits you best.
1. Offline Verification
This process is known as the ‘physical scrutiny mode.’ Under this process, you are required to book a slot for verification, select a nearby center, and visit it in person to have your documents verified by the concerned officials. Specific days and times are made available for this process.
2. Online Verification
This is also known as the ‘e-scrutiny online’. under this process, you are required to submit all your documents online.
Documents required for b pharmacy admission process
SSC marksheet, HSC/12th marksheet, MHT-CET score/result, domicile certificate, where applicable, caste certificate, (caste validity certificate, non-creamy layer certificate, EWS certificate, income certificate etc where applicable) , nationality proof, school leaving certificate, Aadhaar/APAAR-related information, photographs, other documents according to candidature/reservation
Candidature Type Details
This section determines the specific category of the student eligible for the admission process; options such as Type A, B, C, D, E, etc., are included here.
Type A -Students who have completed their 10th standard, 12th standard, or a Diploma in Engineering or D. Voc. in the state of Maharashtra, and who possess a Maharashtra domicile certificate or a birth certificate.
Type B -Students who do not fall under the aforementioned categories but whose mother or father holds a Maharashtra domicile certificate are eligible under this category.
Type-C -This category applies to students whose parents are in the service of the Central Government and are posted in Maharashtra, provided they are in service at the time of filling out the application form.
Type-D -This category includes students whose mother or father is an employee or a retired employee of the Government of Maharashtra.
Type-E – This option is available for individuals whose 10th/12th standard education, Diploma in Engineering, or D.Voc was completed in a village along the Maharashtra-Karnataka border and whose mother tongue is Marathi.
Home University Details
After completing the selection process regarding your eligibility category, you are required to submit relevant documents under the ‘Home University Details’ section; for this purpose, you may attach any one of the following: a birth certificate, domicile certificate, or school leaving certificate. Additionally, once you select the district where you passed your 10th and 12th standard examinations (or an engineering and technology diploma), your ‘Home University’ details will be displayed.
Category Details
You need to fill in the relevant information such as the category you are in, its validity if necessary, your family’s annual income, and then save and proceed.
Special Reservation Details
Special reservation provisions are available under this category for differently-abled individuals and for students whose parents serve in the defense services. There is also a provision to opt for the tuition fee waiver scheme when applying under this category.
You can also select the option for orphan students or the option for the minority category here, if applicable to you.
Qualification details
Once you upload details such as the year of passing the 10th-grade board exam, the 12th-grade examination board, the candidate’s name as it appears on the mark sheet, and the passing status, the marks obtained in the 12th grade are automatically updated. If you wish to seek admission after completing a diploma, details regarding that are also requested.
NEET Details
This option is available for students who have appeared for the NEET exam.By entering your roll number and date of birth and clicking on ‘Get Score Data’, you can view the marks you obtained. If you did not take the NEET exam, you may skip this step.
Photograph and Signature Details
For this b pharmacy admission process, your photograph must be in JPG or PNG format, with a file size between 4 KB and 100 KB, and dimensions of 4.5 cm in height and 3.5 cm in width; both the photograph and signature you submit must be clear. As per given in official mht cet portal.
APAAR ID Document
You can access your APAAR ID either via DigiLocker or by visiting the portal and clicking on the ‘Profile’ option.
CAP Round Process of b pharmacy
CAP Round Schedule for b pharmacy admission process
| Sr No | Activity |
| 1 | Display of Provisional Category-wise Seats (Seat Matrix) for CAP Round |
| 2 | Online Submission & Confirmation of Option Form of CAP Round through candidate’s Login by the Candidate |
| 3 | Display of Provisional Allotment of CAP Round |
| 4 | Reporting to the Allotted Institute and Confirmation of Admission by submitting required documents and payment of fee after CAP Round |
Important Dates
| Activity | Dates |
| CAP Round I option form | 23–25 September 2026 |
| CAP Round I allotment | 27 September 2026 |
| CAP Round II option form | 2–4 October 2026 |
| CAP Round II allotment | 6 October 2026 |
| CAP Round III option form | 10–12 October 2026 |
| CAP Round III allotment | 14 October 2026 |
| CAP Round IV option form | 18–20 October 2026 |
| CAP Round IV allotment | 21 October 2026 |
| Institute-level option form period | 29 September–24 October 2026 |
| Final admission cut-off | 29 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
Provisional Merit List
Initially, a provisional merit list is released, displaying your ranks based on your marks and category. Students should now verify that the information they submitted—such as their name, marks, etc.—is complete and accurate.
Final Merit List
The final merit list is issued after rectifying any errors regarding students’ names or categories found in the provisional merit list.
Filling out the option form
In the option form filling process, you are required to submit a preference list of colleges; please note that this is the most crucial stage of the entire process.The college you are allotted depends on the list you submit; therefore, filling it out with absolute accuracy is crucial. Even a minor error could cause you to miss out on your dream college, so students must exercise due care when preparing this list.
How to actually prepare the preference list
1. A list of the student’s preferred ‘dream colleges’.
2. A comparative analysis of the previous year’s college cut-offs against the student’s own marks and rank.
3. Identifying alternative good colleges in case admission to the preferred college is not secured.
All these measures will certainly help minimize potential embarrassment for students when the need arises, and will also enable you to navigate the CAP round process smoothly.
Seat Allotment
After submitting your college preference list, a seat is allotted to you based on your marks, percentile, rank, and category.
Freeze/Not Freeze
After being allotted a college, you have two options available: ‘Self-Freeze’ or ‘Not Freeze’.If you wish to accept the college allotted to you, you can select the ‘Self-Freeze’ option, complete the admission process at the college, and exit the subsequent admission rounds; however, if you are not satisfied with the allotted college and wish to participate in the further process, you must select the ‘Not Freeze’ option to proceed, thereby remaining eligible for CAP Round II.
Just like in the first round, the option form filling and seat allotment process is also conducted for the second, third, and fourth rounds.
Common mistakes students should avoid during B Pharmacy admission Process
•Entering incorrect MHT-CET details
•Selecting the wrong candidature type
•Uploading unclear documents
•Ignoring the provisional merit list
•Filling too few college preferences
•Arranging preferences incorrectly Missing CAP deadlines
•Failing to complete admission after allotment
Non-CAP Process
If seats remain vacant at a college, they are filled through ‘Spot Rounds’ or ‘Institute-Level Rounds.’ There is a specific procedure for this, through which students can also secure admission. Information regarding these rounds is released by the respective colleges.
FAQ
1 Where do I complete the B. Pharmacy admission process?
The B. Pharmacy admission process is to be completed on the CET Cell’s official portal.
2 Where can I get the APAAR ID?
The APAAR ID can be obtained from the official DigiLocker website.
3 What are the required photo specifications for the admission process?
The photo size should be between 4 KB and 100 KB, with a height of 4.5 cm and a width of 3.5 cm.
4 What does the ‘Freeze’ option mean?
After seat allotment, if you are satisfied with the college allocated to you, you use this option to secure admission at that college and exit the admission process.
5 Is it possible to get admission after the CAP rounds?
Yes, admission is possible even after the CAP rounds; specific arrangements—such as ‘spot rounds’ and ‘institute-level rounds’—are made for this purpose.