State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra has started the counseling process for Master of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (MHMCT) 2026-27. Eligible candidates can now apply online through the official portal.The registration window will be open until July 24, 2026, until 5 pm. Candidates who want to participate in the admission process can complete their registration at dmhmct2026.mahacet.org.in.According to the official schedule, candidates can upload their documents and complete verification from July 11 to July 25, 2026. The merit list will be published on July 28, while the final list will be released on August 3, 2026.Candidates who find any errors in the long term eligibility list can submit their complaints between July 29 and July 31, 2026. The seat allocation will be done based on the MAH MHMCT CET 2026 rank of the candidates and the preference of the college filled at the time of counselling.
MAH MHMCT 2026 Guidance : Important dates
Here are the important dates:
| An event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Registration | He started |
| Registration deadline | July 24, 2026 (5 pm) |
| Uploading and verifying documents | July 11 to July 25, 2026 |
| List of eligible products | July 28, 2026 |
| Filing a complaint | July 29 to July 31, 2026 |
| Final merit list | August 3, 2026 |
How to Apply for MAH MHMCT 2026 Counselling
Candidates can follow these steps to complete the registration process:
- Visit the official website for MAH CET counseling.
- Click on the New Candidate Registration link.
- Register using your name, email ID and mobile number.
- Log in with the program ID generated by the password.
- Fill out the counseling application form.
- Upload the necessary documents and pay the fee.
- Choose the colleges and courses you like.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
Important documents
Candidates should keep the following documents in preparation:
- Secondary School Certificate (SSC) or Class 10 paper
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or Class 12 mark sheet
- Diploma or undergraduate mark sheet, wherever applicable
- Group certificate and supporting documents, if applicable
- Documents supporting the type of candidate
- Indian national certificate
- School leaving certificate if required
what to do
Applicants applying for admission to the first-year MHMCT program must meet the following criteria:
- Must be a citizen of India.
- Must have completed a four-year Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management and Catering Technology (HMCT) or an equivalent program with a minimum of 50% marks.
- Candidates belonging to reserved categories, Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) must have at least 45% marks.
- Must have scored non-zero marks in MAH MHMCT Common Entrance Test (CET) 2026.
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