What is a CAP Round for MH BSc Nursing?: The CAP (Centralized Admission Process) round is the official counselling and seat allotment process for admissions to BSc Nursing colleges in Maharashtra through the MH BSc Nursing CET. It is managed by the State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell), Maharashtra. We will try to understand the process behind this how you can participate. We have given the details below regarding this.
Online Registration & Preference Form of CAP Round for MH BSc Nursing
- Eligible candidates must register online on the CET Cell portal and fill out a Preference Form, listing their preferred colleges and courses in order of priority.
- Once submitted, preferences are final for that round and cannot be changed later
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Document Verification
- Candidates must upload the required documents and may need to attend physical verification at designated centers
- Only candidates who clear document verification are included in the provisional merit list.
Merit List Publication
- The CET Cell publishes a provisional and then a final merit list of eligible candidates based on MH BSc Nursing CET scores
Seat Allotment of CAP Round for MH BSc Nursing
- Seats are allotted based on merit, preferences filled, and seat availability, in multiple CAP rounds (usually 4–5 rounds)
- The allotment result will be available online.
Accepting or Waiting
- Candidates can:
- Accept the allotted seat by submitting a Status Retention Form (this is final and cannot be withdrawn).
- Wait for the next round if not satisfied with the allotted seat, but once the Status Retention Form is submitted. No further changes are acceptable.
Physical Reporting
- Candidates who accept a seat must physically report to the allotted college with original documents and complete admission formalities
Mop-Up & Institutional Rounds
- If seats remain vacant after all CAP rounds, a Mop-Up Round and later Institutional Level Rounds happens for the remaining seats
Key CAP Round Dates for 2025 (Tentative)
CAP Round | Preference Filling | Seat Allotment | Physical Joining |
CAP 1 | August 2025 | August 2025 | August 2025 |
CAP 2 | September 2025 | September 2025 | September 2025 |
CAP 3 | September 2025 | September 2025 | September 2025 |
CAP 4 | September 2025 | September 2025 | September 2025 |
CAP 5 | October 2025 | October 2025 | October 2025 |
Mop-Up/Institutional | November 2025 | November 2025 | November 2025 |
Documents Required
- MH BSc Nursing CET Admit Card & Result
- Class 10 & 12 Marksheet and Certificate
- Nationality & Domicile Certificate
- Valid Photo ID
- Medical Fitness Certificate
- Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size photographs
The CAP round is a multi-stage, merit-based centralized counselling process where you register, fill preferences, verify documents, get allotted seats, and confirm admission to BSc Nursing colleges in Maharashtra. Allotment is strictly on the basis of merit and preferences.

FAQ for CAP Round for MH BSc Nursing
- How many counseling rounds?
There is no specific number of counseling rounds; usually, 4 or 5 rounds.
2. How to register for counseling?
The registration link is open, and candidates will have to apply.
3. What is the counselling fee?
The fee will be intimated by the council.