The State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell) releases the Bachelor of Design (B.Des) final merit list today. Thousands of students across Maharashtra await this crucial document to start their professional design journey. This list determines the admission eligibility for various top-tier design institutes in the state. Candidates must login to the official portal to check their final rank and category status today.
This final list reflects changes made after the recent grievance period for candidates. Applicants should carefully verify their caste category and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) tags. Any errors in the MAH Design Common Entrance Test (CET) or NATA scores must be checked. Success here leads to the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) rounds where college preferences are finally submitted.

When two students score identical marks, the cell applies specific tie-break rules for ranking. First, the authorities consider higher marks in the qualifying examination to resolve the ranking order. If the tie persists, the age of the candidate becomes the deciding factor for placement. Older candidates often receive a higher rank preference during this critical selection stage in Maharashtra.
| Level | Tie-Break Criteria |
|---|---|
| First | Percentage in Qualifying Exam |
| Second | Percentage in SSC Examination |
| Third | Date of Birth (Older Candidate) |
After the rank check, the option entry process for Round 1 begins very soon. Students must prepare a list of preferred colleges based on their current state merit rank. It is vital to check seasonal branch trends like Communication Design or Industrial Design carefully. Aspirants should only use the official dashboard to avoid fake links or unofficial Telegram groups.
The seat allotment results will follow once the option entry window closes for all candidates. Secure your original documents and verify the reporting deadlines to ensure a smooth admission process. Proper planning during this week helps students land seats in their desired design programmes. Stay updated with official notifications to complete every step before the final admission cutoff dates.