About the MAH BBA Merit List 2026
The State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Maharashtra, has released the MAH BBA Provisional Merit List 2026 on July 30, 2026. This list is available on the official portal, bba2026.mahacet.org.in, for candidates who registered and completed document verification for BBA/BMS/BBM/Integrated MBA admissions. Applicants can log in using their Application ID and Date of Birth to check their provisional rank, category, and score details.
Important Dates for MAH BBA Admissions 2026
The complete schedule for MAH BBA CET 2026 admissions, including provisional and final merit list dates, grievance submission, and CAP Round 1 activities, is provided below.
| Admission Event | Start Date | End Date / Cut-off |
|---|
| Display of Provisional Merit List (BBA) | July 30, 2026 | - |
| Submission of Grievances against Merit List | July 30, 2026 | August 1, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Display of Final Merit List (BBA) | August 3, 2026 | August 3, 2026 |
| Display of Provisional Seat Matrix for CAP Round 1 | August 4, 2026 | August 4, 2026 |
| Online Option Form Submission (CAP Round 1) | August 5, 2026 | August 7, 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment Result (CAP Round 1) | August 9, 2026 | August 9, 2026 |
| Seat Acceptance & Self-Verification (CAP Round 1) | August 10, 2026 | August 12, 2026 (3:00 PM) |
| Reporting to Allotted College & Fee Payment | August 10, 2026 | August 12, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Special Counselling Round for J&K/Ladakh Migrant Candidates | September 1, 2026 | September 3, 2026 |
| Reporting by Allotted Migrant Candidates | September 4, 2026 | September 7, 2026 |
| Last Date to Cancel Admission with Full Fee Refund | - | September 13, 2026 |
| Final Cut-off Date for All BBA/BMS/BBM/Integrated MBA Admissions (2026-27) | - | September 15, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
Application/Processing Fee
A non-refundable seat acceptance processing fee of ₹1,000 is required once a seat is allotted during the CAP rounds. This fee must be paid online.
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| Seat Acceptance Processing Fee | ₹1,000 (non-refundable) |
How to Download the MAH BBA Provisional Merit List 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to download their provisional merit list:
- Visit the official portal: bba2026.mahacet.org.in.
- Click on the "Check Provisional Merit Status 2026" link on the homepage.
- Log in using your Application ID and Date of Birth.
- Download the merit list PDF and carefully verify your marks, category, and State/All-India rank.
How to Raise a Grievance Against the Merit List
If any details on the provisional merit list are incorrect, candidates must submit a grievance by August 1, 2026 (5:00 PM). This includes errors in name spelling, CET score, Class 12 aggregate percentage, or reservation category. Candidates whose provisional status is accurate do not need to submit a grievance.
For Candidates Who Chose E-Scrutiny
- Log in to your candidate dashboard on bba2026.mahacet.org.in.
- Click on the "Raise Grievance" tab.
- Select the specific field that requires correction (e.g., Marks, Category, Gender, Type of Candidature).
- Provide the reason for the correction and upload valid supporting documents in PDF format.
- Submit the grievance and keep the acknowledgement receipt. If your application is reverted with officer remarks, re-upload the corrected document and resubmit before the deadline.
For Candidates Who Chose Physical Scrutiny
Candidates who opted for Physical Scrutiny must visit the same Scrutiny Centre (SC) where their documents were originally verified. They must carry the original document along with the physical Receipt-cum-Acknowledgement slip to resolve their grievance.
Percentile Calculation
The State CET Cell calculates percentile scores using a normalised relative-performance formula. This indicates the percentage of candidates who scored equal to or below a particular candidate's score. For example, a score of 80+ out of 100 typically corresponds to a 99.5+ percentile.
MAH BBA CAP Round 1 Process
The Centralised Admission Process (CAP) Round 1 involves several stages:
| Step | Details |
|---|
| 1. Seat Matrix | The provisional category-wise seat matrix will be published on August 4, 2026. |
| 2. Option Form Submission | Candidates must fill and lock their college/course preferences online from August 5 to August 7, 2026. Once confirmed with a password and OTP verification, the option form cannot be edited. |
| 3. Provisional Allotment | The provisional allotment result will be declared on August 9, 2026, based on merit rank, category, and locked preferences. |
| 4. Seat Acceptance & Self-Verification | Candidates must complete online seat acceptance and self-verification between August 10 and August 12, 2026 (3:00 PM), verifying their marks, gender, category, and reservation details. |
| 5. Reporting & Fee Payment | Candidates must report to their allotted institute between August 10 and August 12, 2026 (5:00 PM) for physical document verification and fee payment. |
Important Instructions
- The provisional merit list link was active on July 30, 2026; candidates should regularly check the official website for updates.
- Once the option form is confirmed with OTP verification, preferences cannot be modified. Candidates should review their priority order carefully before final submission.
- As per Rule 15 of the Maharashtra Admission Guidelines, cancelling a confirmed admission before the official cutoff date allows a candidate to receive a refund of tuition and institute fees, minus a maximum administrative processing fee of ₹1,000.
- The final cut-off date for all BBA, BMS, BBM, and Integrated MBA admissions for the 2026-27 academic year is September 15, 2026 (5:00 PM). Institutes must upload final admission details by 6:00 PM on the same day.
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