The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has introduced stricter monitoring measures for institute-level admission rounds for the academic year 2026-27.
The Cell on Wednesday has made it mandatory for private colleges to appoint observers from nearby government institutions to oversee the process. The admission procedure will also be recorded through CCTV cameras.
The institute-level rounds will be conducted only after completion of all Centralised Admission Process (CAP) rounds. Colleges have been directed to allot vacant seats strictly on the basis of candidates’ inter-se merit and rules.
Observers will monitor document verification, preparation of merit lists, fee payment and seat allotment and submit reports to the authority after the admission process.
Colleges have been directed to publish admission rules, procedure and information brochures on official websites and merit lists on notice boards and websites.
Colleges have been asked to maintain daily records of students, parents and relatives who attend the admission process and those who secure admissions.
The CET Cell has warned students and parents against agents, intermediaries and private counsellors claiming to secure seats before completion of CAP rounds. Violation will invite legal and administrative action.