The updated provisional
vacancy information for the 2026-27 academic session includes LET.
Dr. D. B. Dod College of Engineering. The institute has been brought into
the MHT CET Centralised Admission Process (CAP) on a provisional basis,
subject to various approvals and the final outcome of the related court matter.
Candidates participating in MHT CET CAP Round 3 counselling can check the updated institute-wise and course-wise vacancy details through the official State CET Cell admission information.
MHT CET CAP Round 3 Vacancy List Updated
According to the official vacancy document published on August 21, 2026, LET. Dr. D. B. Dod College of Engineering has been included in the ongoing admission process following an order issued by the Bombay High Court, Nagpur Bench.
The inclusion is linked to the High Court's order dated August 19, 2026, passed in WP 6240 of 2026.
However, candidates must note that the institute's participation in the CAP process is provisional and should not be considered as unconditional or final approval.
The admission process and the seats offered by the institute remain subject to:
- Final approval of the Government of Maharashtra
- Applicable Government Resolution
- Affiliation of the concerned university
- Final outcome of the pending court petition
Therefore, candidates considering these newly listed seats should carefully understand the provisional nature of the admission opportunity.
MHT CET CAP Round III 2026: 288 Seats Available at Newly Added Institute
The updated vacancy document lists four engineering programmes at LET. Dr. D. B. Dod College of Engineering.
The available programmes include:
- Computer Science and Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
Candidates can check the programme-wise vacancy details below.
| Course | Un-Aided Vacant CAP Seats |
|---|---|
|
Computer Science and Engineering |
96 |
|
Electrical Engineering |
48 |
|
Mechanical Engineering |
48 |
|
Artificial Intelligence and Data Science |
96 |
|
Total |
288 |
Thus, a total of 288 vacant CAP seats have been added to the updated MHT CET CAP Round III vacancy information for the institute.
Computer Science and Engineering: 96 Vacant Seats
The Computer Science and Engineering programme has the highest number of vacancies among the newly listed courses, with 96 un-aided vacant CAP seats available.
Candidates interested in pursuing undergraduate engineering studies in computer science can consider these seats while making choices under the applicable CAP Round III process and rules.
Electrical Engineering: 48 Vacant Seats
The updated vacancy list shows 48 vacant seats for the Electrical Engineering programme at the institute.
Candidates eligible for the programme can check the relevant CAP counselling conditions and vacancy information before selecting or confirming their options.
Mechanical Engineering: 48 Vacant Seats
A total of 48 un-aided vacant CAP seats have been listed for the Mechanical Engineering programme.
Candidates should carefully
consider the admission conditions, institute status and provisional nature of
the available seats before proceeding.
Artificial Intelligence and
Data Science: 96 Vacant Seats
The Artificial Intelligence
and Data Science programme has also been listed with 96 vacant CAP seats.
With AI and Data Science emerging as popular engineering specialisations, eligible candidates may examine the updated vacancy details and consider the programme based on their preferences and eligibility.
Why Has the Institute Been Included in the MHT CET CAP Process?
The inclusion of LET. Dr. D. B. Dod College of Engineering in the MHT CET CAP Round III process follows an order of the Bombay High Court, Nagpur Bench.
According to the information provided in the official vacancy document, the relevant High Court order was passed on August 19, 2026, in WP 6240 of 2026.
Following this development, the Maharashtra State CET Cell included the institute in the provisional vacancy list published on August 21, 2026.
However, the addition of the institute does not amount to final and unconditional recognition for the purposes of the admission process.
Admissions to the Newly Added Institute Will Remain Provisional
This is the most important point for candidates considering the newly available seats.
The State CET Cell has clarified that the institute's participation in the admission process is provisional.
The final status of admissions will depend on several factors, including:
- Approval from the Maharashtra Government
- The relevant Government Resolution
- Affiliation from the concerned university
- The final outcome of the court petition
As a result, candidates who receive admission to the institute should understand that their admission will also remain subject to these conditions and the final outcome of the legal proceedings.
What Should MHT CET 2026 Candidates Do?
Candidates participating in CAP Round III should carefully check the revised vacancy list before making any decision.
They should particularly:
- Review the course-wise availability of seats.
- Check their eligibility for the preferred engineering programme.
- Read all official CAP Round III instructions carefully.
- Understand that the newly added institute is participating on a provisional basis.
- Consider the conditions attached to approval, affiliation and the pending court proceedings.
- Keep track of further notices issued by the Maharashtra State CET Cell.
Candidates should not rely solely on vacancy numbers while making their choices and should carefully review all applicable admission conditions.
MHT CET CAP Round III 2026: Key Takeaway
The MHT CET 2026 CAP Round III vacancy list has been updated with 288 vacant engineering seats following the inclusion of LET. Dr. D. B. Dod College of Engineering in the admission process.
The newly listed vacancies
include 96 seats each in Computer Science and Engineering and Artificial
Intelligence and Data Science, along with 48 seats each in Electrical
Engineering and Mechanical Engineering.
The institute has been included following an order of the Bombay High Court, Nagpur Bench, dated August 19, 2026, in WP 6240 of 2026.
However, candidates must remember that the institute's inclusion and the admissions offered through it are provisional and remain subject to final government approval, the applicable Government Resolution, university affiliation and the final outcome of the court petition.
Students participating in the MHT CET CAP Round III process should carefully review the latest vacancy details and official instructions before making their admission choices.