As per the announced schedule, online registration runs from October 21 to October 23, 2026, with registration closing at 3 PM on October 23. The registration fee and security deposit must be paid by 6 PM, while the deadline for uploading the required documents is 8 PM on the same day.

The CAP Round 3 seat matrix and the combined registered-candidate and merit lists are scheduled for publication on October 24. Candidates will be able to submit their college and course preferences from October 25 to October 27, and the selection list is scheduled to be released on October 29, 2026.

Candidates should carefully review the schedule, eligibility requirements and payment rules before proceeding. Those who have already registered should check whether they need to complete any outstanding payment, document-upload or final-submission steps.

Maharashtra AYUSH CAP Round 3 2026: Key Highlights

Maharashtra AYUSH CAP Round 3 Schedule 2026

The counselling authority has outlined the important dates for registration, fee payment, document submission, publication of merit-related lists, choice filling and admission.

Candidates should note that the registration, payment and document-upload deadlines are separate. Completing one step does not automatically mean that the other requirements have been fulfilled.

Maharashtra AYUSH CAP Round 3 Registration 2026: Who Needs to Apply?

The registration instructions distinguish between candidates who have already participated in earlier CAP rounds and those who still need to register.

Fresh registration is intended for candidates who have not registered previously or whose Round 2 seat was cancelled or who did not join the allotted seat, as specified in the counselling instructions.

Candidates who registered during CAP Round 1 or CAP Round 2 generally do not need to register again for Round 3. However, candidates whose Round 2 seat was cancelled may be required to register again to participate in CAP Round 3.

Applicants should check their individual registration status and the applicable rules before starting a new application. They should not assume that previous registration automatically satisfies every requirement for Round 3, particularly where a seat was cancelled or admission was not completed.

Registration Deadline, Fee Payment and Document Upload: Important Instructions

The announced schedule sets three different deadlines for completing the registration process.

Registration: Online registration is scheduled to close at 3 PM on October 23, 2026.

Fee payment: Candidates must pay the non-refundable registration fee of ₹2,000 and the security deposit of ₹50,000 by 6 PM on October 23.

Document upload: Coloured scanned copies of the required original documents must be uploaded to the portal by 8 PM on October 23.

As the registration deadline has passed by the afternoon of October 23, candidates who have not registered should immediately check the official portal for any further notice or extension rather than assume that registration remains open. Candidates who have already registered should complete any pending payment or document-upload steps within the applicable deadlines.

Applicants must also complete the final submission process after uploading the required documents. Merely uploading files without submitting the application may result in the application not being considered. Candidates should preserve payment receipts and application confirmation details.

Maharashtra AYUSH CAP Round 3 Fees 2026

Candidates participating in the fresh registration process should take note of the prescribed fees.

The registration fee is non-refundable. The security deposit is governed by the applicable counselling and resignation rules. Candidates should read the official payment instructions carefully before making a payment.

The security deposit should not be assumed to be refundable in every situation. The counselling authority has specified that resignation from a CAP Round 3 seat by the notified deadline carries forfeiture of the security deposit. Candidates should consult the official rules for other circumstances affecting refund or forfeiture.

How to Complete Maharashtra AYUSH CAP Round 3 Registration

Eligible candidates who need to register can follow the general process below:

1.    Visit the official Maharashtra CET Cell website at https://www.mahacet.org/.

2.    Open the NEET UG 2026 counselling portal for AYUSH courses, where the CAP Round 3 registration facility is provided.

3.    Read the eligibility criteria and registration instructions.

4.    Enter the required personal, academic and NEET UG details.

5.    Complete the registration form accurately.

6.    Pay the prescribed registration fee and security deposit through the available payment facility.

7.    Upload coloured scanned copies of the required original documents.

8.    Review the information entered in the application.

9.    Complete the final submission process.

10.                   Save or print the application confirmation and payment receipt for future reference.

The exact steps and portal layout may vary. Candidates should follow the instructions displayed on the official counselling portal and ensure that all required actions are completed before the relevant deadline.

Documents Required for Maharashtra AYUSH CAP Round 3

Candidates should prepare the documents required for verification and upload them in the format specified by the counselling authority.

Depending on the candidate's eligibility and circumstances, the required documents may include:

• NEET UG 2026 admit card

• NEET UG 2026 scorecard or result

• Class 10 certificate or other proof of date of birth

• Class 12 mark sheet and passing certificate

• Valid photo identity proof

• Recent photograph, where required

• Category certificate, if applicable

• Other eligibility or supporting certificates required under the counselling rules

• Additional documents specified in the official information brochure or registration instructions

Candidates should refer to the official document checklist for the definitive list. The documents must be clear, legible and uploaded in the prescribed format.

The counselling authority has indicated that candidates who fail to upload and submit the required documents within the scheduled time may not be considered for the admission process or for the category they have claimed. Applicants should therefore verify that each required document has been uploaded successfully and that the application has been finally submitted.

Maharashtra AYUSH CAP Round 3 Merit List 2026

The seat matrix and the combined registered-candidate and merit lists are scheduled to be published on October 24, 2026.

The seat matrix will provide information about the seats available for the round, while the candidate and merit lists will help applicants verify their registration and position in the counselling process.

After the lists are published, candidates should check the official portal for the relevant documents. They should verify their names, application details, eligibility information and any category-related details included in the lists.

If a candidate notices a discrepancy, they should follow the official instructions and contact the counselling authority through the prescribed channel. Candidates should not rely on an older list if a revised version is subsequently issued.

Maharashtra AYUSH CAP Round 3 Choice Filling: Dates and Instructions

The online preference-filling process is scheduled from October 25 to October 27, 2026, with the deadline set for 11:59 PM on October 27.

During choice filling, candidates can enter their preferred colleges and courses from the options made available on the counselling portal. Their selections should reflect their priorities and their willingness to join the chosen institution if a seat is allotted.

Candidates should:

• Review the available BAMS, BHMS and BUMS college options.

• Check the course and college details before selecting a preference.

• Arrange choices in the order that reflects their priorities.

• Review the completed preference form carefully.

• Follow the portal's instructions for saving, submitting or locking choices.

• Complete the process before the deadline.

• Save the confirmation of their submitted choices, where available.

Candidates should not assume that a particular college or course will be allotted simply because it has been selected. The final outcome depends on merit, eligibility, preferences, applicable counselling rules and seat availability.

Maharashtra AYUSH CAP Round 3 Selection List 2026

The CAP Round 3 selection list is scheduled to be announced on October 29, 2026.

Candidates should visit the official counselling portal and look for the selection-list notification after the scheduled publication date. They should check whether they have been allotted a seat and carefully verify the college and course details.

Candidates who receive an allotment should read the accompanying admission instructions immediately. They must complete physical joining and any other required formalities within the specified reporting window.

The publication of a selection list does not mean that every allotted candidate has completed admission. Candidates must comply with the institution's reporting, document-verification and fee-payment requirements.

Physical Joining and Admission After CAP Round 3

Candidates allotted seats through CAP Round 3 are scheduled to complete physical joining at the selected college between October 30 and November 3, 2026, by 5:30 PM.

During this period, candidates should report to the allotted institution with the required original documents and follow the admission instructions issued by the college and counselling authority.

Applicants should check the following before reporting:

• The allotted college and course.

• The reporting location and required reporting time.

• The list of original documents and photocopies.

• The prescribed tuition or admission fees and acceptable payment methods.

• Any declaration, undertaking or admission form required by the institution.

• The deadline for completing joining formalities.

Candidates should keep copies of their allotment details, payment receipts and admission confirmation. They should not wait until the last day to report, as delays or incomplete documentation may affect completion of admission.

CAP Round 3 Resignation Rules: Important Warning

The announced schedule sets November 3, 2026, at 5:30 PM as the last date for resignation from a CAP Round 3 seat with forfeiture of the security deposit.

Candidates should understand the consequences of resignation before making a decision. They should read the official counselling rules carefully and confirm the financial and admission-related implications applicable to their circumstances.

The schedule also states that the names of candidates who have joined by November 3 will be shared with the Ayush Admissions Central Counselling Committee (AACCC), for the purpose of disqualifying them from further counselling under the applicable AIQ and state counselling processes.

Candidates should therefore avoid making assumptions about their eligibility for other counselling rounds after joining a seat. They must review the official rules issued by the relevant authorities before deciding whether to accept, join or resign from an allotted seat.

What Candidates Should Do Next

Candidates should identify which stage of the counselling process applies to them and take action accordingly.

Candidates who have already registered: Check payment status, document uploads and final submission. Complete any pending steps before the relevant deadline.

Candidates who have not registered: Check the official portal immediately for the registration status and any new notification. The announced registration deadline is 3 PM on October 23.

Candidates awaiting the merit list: Check the seat matrix and registered-candidate and merit lists scheduled for October 24.

Candidates preparing for choice filling: Review the available institutions and arrange preferences before the October 25–27 window.

Candidates who receive an allotment: Follow the reporting instructions and complete physical joining by November 3 at 5:30 PM.

Conclusion

The Maharashtra State CET Cell has announced the CAP Round 3 schedule for BAMS, BHMS and BUMS admissions under the 15% All India Quota for eligible private unaided and minority colleges. Registration is scheduled for October 21–23, 2026, with separate deadlines for payment and document upload. The seat matrix and merit lists are scheduled for October 24, choice filling will take place from October 25 to 27, and the selection list is scheduled for October 29.

Candidates should carefully follow the instructions for registration, document submission, choice filling, seat allotment and admission. Those who receive a seat must complete physical joining by November 3, 2026, at 5:30 PM, and should understand the applicable resignation and security-deposit rules before making decisions.

For the latest notices, candidates should refer to the official Maharashtra CET Cell website and the relevant NEET UG 2026 AYUSH counselling portal.