MH CET Law 5-Year LLB 2026 CAP Round 3 Final Merit List Due September 16: Check Allotment and Reporting Dates
The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell is scheduled to publish the MH CET Law 5-Year LLB 2026 CAP Round 3 final merit list on September 16, marking the next crucial stage in the centralised admission process for five-year integrated law programmes across Maharashtra. The final merit list will be prepared after considering grievances and eligible corrections submitted against the Round 3 alphabetical merit list released on September 8.
Candidates participating in CAP Round 3 should check their final merit position carefully because the merit list will be used for the next seat-allocation stage. The Round 3 seat allotment result is scheduled to be published on September 18 at 5 PM, after which selected candidates will be required to report to their allotted colleges between September 19 and September 23.
The admission process is therefore entering a compressed final phase. Candidates should keep their documents, counselling login information and fee arrangements ready before the allotment result is announced.
MH CET Law 5-Year LLB CAP Round 3: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Round 3 Vacant Seats Displayed | September 3, 2026 |
| Application Editing and Option Form Filling | September 3-5, 2026 |
| E-Scrutiny | September 3-7, 2026 |
| Round 3 Alphabetical Merit List | September 8, 2026 |
| Grievance Resolution | September 9-10, 2026 |
| Round 3 Final Merit List | September 16, 2026 |
| Round 3 Seat Allotment | September 18, 2026 at 5 PM |
| Reporting and Admission | September 19-23, 2026 |
| Colleges Upload Admitted Candidates | September 24, 2026 |
| Institute-Level Vacant Seats Display | September 25, 2026 |
| Institute-Level Choice Filling | September 26-28, 2026 |
| Institute-Level Merit List | September 30, 2026 |
| Institute-Level Admission | October 1-4, 2026 |
| Final Admission Cut-Off | October 5, 2026 |
What Is the MH CET Law Round 3 Final Merit List?
The final merit list is the corrected ranking of candidates eligible for Round 3 of the Maharashtra five-year LLB Centralised Admission Process.
It is prepared after completing:
- Application scrutiny
- Publication of the alphabetical merit list
- Candidate grievance submission
- Verification of supporting documents
- Eligible corrections to candidate data
The September 16 list is therefore more important than the earlier alphabetical list because it determines the merit position that will be used during the Round 3 allocation process.
Final Merit List Is Not the Seat Allotment Result
Candidates should not confuse the two.
The final merit list shows:
- Candidate merit position
- Category details
- Candidature information
- Eligibility status
It does not mean a college has already been allotted.
The actual Round 3 allocation is scheduled for September 18 at 5 PM.
How to Check MH CET Law 5-Year LLB Round 3 Final Merit List
- Visit the official Maharashtra CET Cell law CAP portal.
- Select the five-year LLB admission section.
- Open the Round 3 Final Merit List link.
- Select the appropriate candidate category or list where required.
- Search using application number, name or merit number.
- Verify the details carefully.
- Download or save the merit-list PDF for reference.
What Details Should Candidates Check?
Do not look only at the merit number.
Verify:
- Candidate name
- Application ID
- Merit number
- Category
- Candidature type
- Reservation status
- Eligibility status
Separate Merit Lists Can Apply to Different Candidate Groups
The Maharashtra CAP process can publish separate merit information for groups such as:
- Maharashtra State candidates
- Outside Maharashtra State candidates
- Jammu and Kashmir candidates
- Other notified categories
Candidates should make sure they are checking the correct list.
Round 3 Alphabetical Merit List Was Released September 8
The State CET Cell published the Round 3 alphabetical merit list on September 8.
This was followed by a grievance period on September 9 and 10.
Why Was a Grievance Window Provided?
The grievance stage allows eligible candidates to raise genuine issues involving:
- Incorrect category
- Wrong marks or data
- Missing documents
- Incorrect candidature details
- Scrutiny-related errors
The Grievance Window Is Now Closed
Candidates who used the September 9-10 grievance facility should check whether their approved corrections appear in the final merit list.
What If the Final Merit List Still Contains an Error?
Candidates should immediately follow the official CET Cell grievance/help instructions if any fresh discrepancy remains.
Do not edit or alter a merit-list PDF yourself.
Round 3 Seat Allotment Is Due September 18
After publication of the final merit list, the CET Cell will process candidate preferences and available vacancies.
The Round 3 allocation result is scheduled for:
September 18, 2026 at 5 PM.
How Is Round 3 Seat Allocation Decided?
Seat allocation generally depends on:
- Final merit rank
- Candidate category
- College preferences
- Seat availability
- Reservation rules
- Eligibility
A High Merit Rank Does Not Automatically Guarantee Your First Choice
A college may have:
- Very few vacant seats
- High demand
- Category-specific availability
The system can only allot a preference if a suitable seat is available when the candidate’s merit position is processed.
Option Form Filling Was Already Completed
Candidates participating in Round 3 were permitted to fill or modify college options during September 3-5.
The preferences submitted during that stage will be important during allocation.
Why College Preference Order Matters
The option list should reflect genuine preference.
For example:
- Your most preferred law college
- Your second-most preferred college
- Your third-most preferred acceptable option
should generally be arranged in that order rather than according to guessed cut-offs.
Do Not Rank a Less Preferred College Higher Just Because It Looks Easier
If the higher preference becomes available according to your merit, the system can consider it.
Trying to predict every closing rank can distort your actual choices.
Round 3 Vacant Seats Were Published September 3
The vacancy list gave candidates an opportunity to see which colleges had seats available after the earlier counselling rounds.
Vacancies can arise when candidates:
- Upgrade
- Withdraw
- Do not report
- Cancel admission
Why Round 3 Can Still Produce Good Opportunities
A seat in a preferred college can become available because another candidate moved elsewhere during Round 2.
This is why students with lower merit positions should still examine Round 3 carefully rather than assuming all desirable seats are already gone.
Round 3 Reporting Runs September 19-23
Candidates receiving seats on September 18 will have a limited period to complete admission.
Reporting and seat confirmation will take place from:
September 19 to September 23.
Do Not Wait Until September 23
Earlier reporting provides time to deal with:
- Document problems
- Payment issues
- Travel delays
- Eligibility clarifications
Online Allotment Alone Does Not Complete Admission
Candidates generally need to:
- Download allotment information
- Report to the college
- Complete document verification
- Pay applicable fees
- Complete admission formalities
Important Documents for MH CET Law Admission
The exact list depends on candidature and reservation status, but students should keep applicable documents ready such as:
- MH CET Law scorecard
- CAP application form
- Seat allotment letter
- Class 10 marksheet
- Class 12 marksheet
- School leaving or transfer certificate
- Domicile certificate where applicable
- Category certificate
- Caste validity certificate where applicable
- Non-creamy layer certificate where applicable
- EWS certificate where applicable
- Identity proof
- Passport-size photographs
Caste Validity Certificate Rules Need Special Attention
The Maharashtra CET Cell has issued separate notices concerning deadlines for submission of caste-validity certificates for candidates admitted through CAP.
Reserved-category candidates should follow the latest notice applicable to their admission rather than an old counselling article.
What Happens If a Candidate Does Not Report?
Failure to complete admission within the specified reporting period can result in loss of the allotted seat under the applicable CAP rules.
Candidates should therefore take Round 3 allotment seriously.
What Is the MH CET Law 5-Year LLB Course?
The five-year integrated law programme is intended for students entering legal education after completing Class 12.
Depending on the college, integrated programmes may include:
- BA LLB
- BBA LLB
- BLS LLB
- Other approved integrated law combinations
5-Year LLB vs 3-Year LLB
| Feature | 5-Year LLB | 3-Year LLB |
| Entry Stage | After Class 12 | After Graduation |
| Duration | 5 years | 3 years |
| Structure | Integrated undergraduate law programme | Graduate-entry law programme |
Do Not Confuse 5-Year and 3-Year CAP Dates
The schedules are different.
For Round 3:
- 5-Year LLB final merit list — September 16
- 3-Year LLB final merit list — September 17
The allocation dates also differ.
How Should Candidates Compare Law Colleges?
Look beyond the closing merit number.
Compare:
- Current regulatory approval
- University affiliation
- Faculty
- Library
- Moot courts
- Internships
- Legal-aid activities
- Fees
- Location
Bar Council Approval Matters
Professional law education is regulated.
Students should verify the current approval status of the programme before completing admission.
Do Not Assume Every “Law College” Is Equivalent
Institutions can differ considerably in:
- Faculty strength
- Infrastructure
- Academic culture
- Internship exposure
Moot Courts Are Important for Law Students
Mooting allows students to practise:
- Legal research
- Case analysis
- Written submissions
- Oral advocacy
Internships Matter Throughout the Five-Year Degree
Students can seek exposure with:
- Advocates
- Law firms
- Courts
- Companies
- NGOs
- Policy organisations
Location Can Influence Internship Access
Colleges located near major:
- Courts
- Law firms
- Corporate centres
may provide easier access to professional exposure.
But Location Should Not Override Academic Quality
Students should balance:
- Location
- Fees
- Academic quality
- Career goals
Calculate the Total Five-Year Cost
Law is a long undergraduate programme.
Estimate:
- Tuition
- Hostel or rent
- Transport
- Books
- Living costs
Do Not Choose a College Only Because Its Cut-Off Is High
A high closing rank often shows demand, but it does not automatically prove that every aspect of the college is superior.
Round 3 Is Not Necessarily the End
The revised schedule provides for an institute-level admission process after the CAP rounds where vacancies remain.
Institute-Level Vacancies Will Be Displayed September 25
After CAP Round 3 admissions are completed, remaining vacant seats are scheduled to be displayed on September 25.
Institute-Level Option Filling Runs September 26-28
Eligible candidates can participate under the applicable institute-level admission rules.
Colleges Generate Institute-Level Merit Lists on September 30
These lists form the basis for the remaining admission process.
Institute-Level Admission Runs October 1-4
The final cut-off date for 5-Year LLB admissions is currently scheduled for October 5.
Institute-Level Admission Is Different From CAP Round 3
Candidates should understand whether a seat is being offered through:
- Centralised CAP allocation
- Institute-level vacancy process
Never Pay an Agent for a “Guaranteed” Seat
No third party can legally:
- Change your CAP merit number
- Manipulate the CET Cell allotment
- Create an official seat outside the notified process
What Should Candidates Do on September 16?
- Open the official 5-Year LLB CAP portal.
- Download the Round 3 final merit list.
- Verify merit number and category.
- Confirm approved corrections if a grievance was filed.
- Keep admission documents ready.
- Check Round 3 allocation on September 18 at 5 PM.
- Be prepared to report from September 19 if allotted.
Final Takeaway
The MH CET Law 5-Year LLB 2026 CAP Round 3 final merit list is scheduled to be released on September 16.
The list follows publication of the alphabetical merit list on September 8 and the grievance-resolution window on September 9 and 10.
The final merit list will determine the corrected ranking used for Round 3 allocation, but it is not itself the seat-allotment result.
Round 3 college allocation is scheduled for September 18 at 5 PM, with selected candidates required to report and complete admission between September 19 and September 23.
Candidates who remain unallotted after Round 3 may still have an institute-level opportunity, with vacant seats scheduled for publication on September 25 and the final admission cut-off on October 5.
For now, the most important task is to check the September 16 merit list carefully and ensure that every personal, category and merit detail is correct before the allocation process begins.
