Merit List Goes Live Ahead of Revised Schedule
- Despite prior announcements of a June 30 release, the first CAP (Centralized Admission Process) merit list for FYJC 2025 was unexpectedly published on June 28 evening via the official portal mahafyjcadmissions.in economictimes.indiatimes.com+15hindustantimes.com+15indianexpress.com+15news.careers360.com+15etnownews.com+15hindustantimes.com+15.
- In the first-round allotment, a staggering 6.92 lakh students secured seats in Science, Arts, and Commerce streams across Maharashtra hindustantimes.com+1news.careers360.com+1.
- Students can now confirm admissions from June 30 to July 7, followed by Round 2 seat allocation notifications from July 9 onward republicworld.com.
⚠️ System Glitches, Policy Tweaks & Public Outcry
Despite the successful release, several issues marred the process:
- Frequent Schedule Changes
- Initially slated for June 26, then postponed to June 30, and finally released on June 28. The shifting timeline caused confusion among students and parents economictimes.indiatimes.com+3collegedekho.com+3timesofindia.indiatimes.com+3hindustantimes.com+1collegedekho.com+1.
- Technical Failures
- The admission portal crashed intermittently under heavy load due to the large number of users logging in, resulting in access issues .
- Data Errors in Merit Lists
- Numerous students reported incorrect marks or percentage calculations, raising fears of unfair seat allocation news.careers360.com+15indianexpress.com+15hindustantimes.com+15marathi.indiatimes.com.
- Political Pressure Builds
- Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray demanded action against Education Minister Dada Bhuse, asserting the mishandling of the centralized system merited serious corrective steps timesofindia.indiatimes.com+1timesofindia.indiatimes.com+1.
📌 Key Information for Students & Parents
- View the List: Visit mahafyjcadmissions.in → log in → download the PDF for your region news.careers360.com+15etnownews.com+15m.economictimes.com+15.
- Check Allotment Details: Note the allotted junior college, quota (open/minority/management), and cut-off marks testbook.com+11news.careers360.com+11etnownews.com+11.
- Confirm Seat: Complete admission procedures—upload documents and pay fees—between June 30–July 7, 2025 collegedekho.com+2etnownews.com+2republicworld.com+2.
- Next Round: Vacant seats and Round 2 listings will be available from July 9, 2025 onward.
- ✅ Step-by-Step Guide to Download FYJC Merit List
Visit the Official Website
🔗 Go to: https://mahafyjcadmissions.in
Select Your Region
Maharashtra FYJC admissions are conducted region-wise. Choose your respective region from the homepage:
Mumbai
Pune
Nagpur
Nashik
Amravati
Aurangabad
Log In to the Student Dashboard
Click on “Student Login”
Enter your Application ID and Password/Date of Birth
Go to the ‘Merit List’ Section
After login, find the tab “Allotment / Merit List”
Click on “1st Merit List (CAP Round 1)”
View Your Allotment
Your allotted college name, stream (Arts/Science/Commerce), and quota will be shown
Download or Print PDF
Click “Download Allotment Letter” or “Print Allotment” for future reference
Alternative (For Overall List / College-wise Cutoff)
Some regions publish college-wise cutoff PDFs publicly:
Go to region’s link (e.g., Mumbai Region Portal)
Look for “College Allotment List” or “Cutoff List”
Download the PDF directly
📅 Next Steps After Downloading
If seat allotted, confirm admission by:
Visiting allotted college
Uploading documents and paying fees between June 30 – July 7, 2025
If not allotted, wait for CAP Round 2 (starts July 9)
📊 Admission Snapshot
- Total students allotted (Round 1): ~6.92 lakh republicworld.comhindustantimes.com+1news.careers360.com+1
- Stream-wise distribution:
- Science – 3,42,801
- Arts – 1,49,791
- Commerce – 1,39,602 indiatimes.com+2news.careers360.com+2careers360.com+2
- Quota seats included: Reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), minority, management, and in-house quotas, which have been a point of contention news.careers360.com+15etnownews.com+15timesofindia.indiatimes.com+15.
⚙️ System & Policy Critiques
- The use of a single online platform for admissions to diverse courses (FYJC, engineering, medical) contributed to technical overload, according to critiques from policymakers news.careers360.com+1timesofindia.indiatimes.com+1.
- Undetected errors in student data highlight the need for improved transparency and strict verification protocols .
- Political voices demand accountability and structural fixes to ensure the process aligns with the National Education Policy goals and students’ welfare timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
📝 Calls for Action & Administration Response
- Aaditya Thackeray threatened agitation and called for the Education Minister’s resignation or reshuffling if issues aren’t resolved swiftly timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
- Education officials have assured a revised schedule, improved portal performance, and prompt corrections to student records where necessary .
- Students and parents are advised to regularly monitor the official portal and report discrepancies immediately for rectification .
🔭 What Lies Ahead
- Round 2 admissions will open post July 9 — a chance for students to secure seats if they missed out in Round 1.
- Authorities must correct merit list errors before Round 2 to prevent further injustice.
- With Pune-based students already losing valuable school days, timely resolution is critical to align with the academic calendar and NEP benchmarks.
✅ Summary & Outlook
- Merit list released early and almost 7 lakh students allotted seats, marking a major milestone.
- But the path was marred by technical glitches, data inaccuracies, and policy discontent.
- There’s urgent need for administrative clarity, digital platform robustness, and fair resolution mechanisms to ensure this process supports all stakeholders.
