Overview
The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, will release the Maharashtra B.Sc Nursing Provisional Merit List 2026 on September 6, 2026 for candidates seeking admission to B.Sc Nursing courses. This is an admission merit list rather than a recruitment drive; therefore, the total number of posts or vacancies is not applicable and seat availability will depend on participating institutions.
Candidates will be able to check their merit status online through the Maharashtra medical admission portal. No fixed release time has been announced, so applicants should monitor the portal throughout the scheduled date.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra |
| Post Name | B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | Not applicable; institute-wise admission seats |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | medical2026.mahacet.org / cetcell.mahacet.org |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date/Provisional Merit List | September 6, 2026 |
| Grievance Submission Window | September 7 to September 8, 2026 |
| Final Merit List | September 11, 2026 |
The provisional list allows candidates to verify details such as their name, application number, category, merit position and eligibility status. Any discrepancy must be reported within the notified grievance period, as requests submitted after the deadline may not be considered.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates should have passed the Class 12 or equivalent examination from a recognised board.
- The qualifying examination should generally include Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English, subject to the admission brochure and applicable nursing education regulations.
- Applicants must meet the prescribed minimum marks for their category.
- Candidates must also satisfy Maharashtra candidature, domicile, reservation and document requirements, wherever applicable.
- Inclusion in the provisional merit list does not automatically guarantee admission. Final eligibility will remain subject to document verification and seat allotment rules.
Age Limit
- Candidates should ordinarily have completed 17 years of age by the date specified in the official admission brochure.
- Any upper-age requirement or relaxation will be governed by the applicable B.Sc Nursing admission rules.
- Applicants should verify the final age criteria through the official notification before participating in counselling.
Fees
- Application or registration fee details: TBA/As prescribed in the admission brochure.
- Counselling, seat acceptance and institutional fees may be charged separately.
- Candidates should make payments only through the authorised online portal and retain the receipt for future reference.
Selection Process
- Preparation of Provisional Merit List: Eligible applicants are ranked using the approved admission criteria, examination performance and applicable reservation rules.
- Grievance and Document Review: Candidates can report errors in personal, academic, category or merit details between September 7 and September 8, 2026.
- Final Merit List and Counselling: After valid grievances are reviewed, the final merit list will be released on September 11, followed by choice filling, seat allotment and admission formalities.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Maharashtra medical admission portal at medical2026.mahacet.org or open the CET Cell website.
- Select the B.Sc Nursing admission section and look for the “Provisional Merit List 2026” link.
- Open the merit list PDF or sign in using the application number, registered email address, password or date of birth, as required.
- Search the PDF using the candidate’s name, application number or roll number. Verify the merit rank, category, candidature type and eligibility status carefully.
- Download the merit list and save a copy for counselling and admission purposes.
- If any information is incorrect, use the designated grievance facility between September 7 and September 8, 2026. Upload clear supporting documents and submit the request before the closing time.
- Save the grievance acknowledgement and check the final merit list on September 11, 2026. Candidates included in the final list should follow subsequent counselling and seat-allotment instructions.
Important Links
FAQs
1. When will the Maharashtra B.Sc Nursing provisional merit list 2026 be released?
The provisional merit list is scheduled for release on September 6, 2026. An exact publication time has not been notified.
2. What should candidates do if there is an error in the merit list?
Candidates should submit an online grievance with supporting documents during the September 7-8, 2026 correction window.
3. When will the final B.Sc Nursing merit list be available?
The final merit list is scheduled for September 11, 2026, after examination of the grievances received within the deadline.
