FYJC Admissions 2025: Don’t Miss Key Dates for Class 11 Entry in Maharashtra

Cracking FYJC Admissions 2025: Your Essential Guide to Class 11 Entry in Maharashtra

Maharashtra FYJC admission 1st merit list 2025 Live Update: The Maharashtra School Education and Sports Department will release the CAP round 1 allotment list/merit list on Thursday, June 26, 2025.

The transition from Class 10 to Junior College (Class 11) is a pivotal moment for students, particularly in Maharashtra, where the First Year Junior College (FYJC) admissions are governed by a robust, transparent, and highly competitive Centralized Admission Process (CAP). For the academic year 2025-26, this online system is facilitating admissions for over 21 lakh seats across more than 9,000 junior colleges, ensuring a fair opportunity for aspiring students across Arts, Commerce, and Science streams.

Understanding the Centralized Admission Process (CAP)

The CAP, managed primarily through the official portal mahafyjcadmissions.in, is designed to streamline the admission journey. It serves as the single point of entry for students seeking Class 11 admission in regions like Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, and Amravati. Out of the total seats available, approximately 19 lakh are allocated through the CAP, with the remaining reserved under various quotas. This centralized approach minimizes individual college visits and enhances accessibility for a vast student population.

Key Eligibility Criteria for FYJC 2025

To be eligible for FYJC admission, candidates must meet specific requirements:

• Academic Qualification: A student must have successfully passed their Class 10 (SSC or equivalent) examination from a recognized board, including the Maharashtra State Board, CBSE, ICSE, or other national/international boards. English must have been a compulsory subject.

• Age Limit: Generally, candidates should be between 14 and 17 years of age at the time of application.

• Minimum Marks: While no universal minimum percentage applies to all streams, the Science stream typically demands a higher aggregate (often 65% and above), while Arts and Commerce streams may have slightly lower cut-offs (around 50-55%). Specific college-wise cut-offs will vary based on demand and seat availability.

• Domicile: While admissions are open to students from all boards, those domiciled in Maharashtra may benefit from specific reservation policies.

Step-by-Step Application Procedure (2025-26 Schedule)

The entire application process for FYJC admission is conducted online. Here’s a breakdown of the crucial steps and confirmed dates for 2025-26:

1. Online Registration & Part 1 Form Filling (Personal Information):

   • Dates: The application process officially commenced on May 26, 2025, at 11:00 AM, and the deadline for online registration and filling Part 1 of the application form was June 5, 2025, at 2:00 PM. (Initial registration began May 21 but was extended due to technical issues).

   • Process: Visit mahafyjcadmissions.in, click on “New Registration,” and provide personal details, Class 10 results, and contact information. Upload scanned copies of necessary documents (each document under 1MB). A processing fee of ₹125/- is payable online.

2. Part 2 Form Filling (College Preferences):

   • Dates: Students who had completed Part 1 by June 5 could fill and lock Part 2 from June 7 to June 9, 2025. New applicants after June 5 will get opportunities to fill both parts in subsequent rounds.

   • Process: Log in to your account and select your preferred junior colleges and streams (Arts, Commerce, Science) in order of priority. You can generally select up to ten colleges. Once locked, preferences cannot be changed in that round.

3. Provisional General Merit List Display:

   • Date: The provisional merit list was displayed on June 5, 2025.

   • Grievance Redressal: Students could submit objections or correction requests regarding the provisional merit list through their student login from June 7 to June 9, 2025.

4. Final General Merit List Publication:

   • Date: The final general merit list was published on June 11, 2025.

5. Zero-Round Quota Admissions:

   • Dates: This round for in-house, management, and minority quotas was conducted from June 12 to June 14, 2025.

6. Preparation of CAP Round 1 Merit List:

   • Date: The merit list for CAP Round 1 was prepared on June 17, 2025.

7. Display of CAP Round 1 Allotment & Cut-off List:

   • Date: The Junior College Allotment for CAP Round 1 was displayed on June 26, 2025, at 5:00 PM.

8. Admission Confirmation at Allotted Junior Colleges:

   • Dates: Students allotted a seat in CAP Round 1 must report to the designated college for document verification and admission between June 27 and July 3, 2025. Colleges must update admitted student information by July 3, 2025 (8 PM).

Essential Documents for Admission

Students must have the following documents ready for online upload and subsequent physical verification at the allotted college:

• Class 10 Marksheet (Original and attested photocopies)

• School Leaving Certificate (SLC) / Transfer Certificate (Original and attested photocopies)

• Aadhar Card

• Passport-sized Photographs

• Proof of Address (Utility Bills, etc.)

• FYJC Application Form Receipt

For Category-Specific Admissions (if applicable):

• Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/SBC/VJNT)

• Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (for OBC/SBC/VJNT)

• EWS (Economically Weaker Section) Certificate

• Disability Certificate (for Divyang/Differently-abled students)

• Domicile Certificate

• Certificates for special quotas (e.g., Children of Ex-Servicemen, Sports Quota, Orphan Certificate, Earthquake-Affected, Freedom Fighters)

For students from boards other than the Maharashtra State Board, a Migration Certificate and an Eligibility Certificate might be required.

What to Do After Seat Allotment

• First Preference Allotment: If you are allotted your first-preference college, you must confirm your admission within the specified timeframe (June 27 – July 3, 2025). Failure to do so may result in losing your claim to that seat.

• Other Preferences Allotment: If you are allotted a college that is not your first preference but you are satisfied, you can confirm your admission. If you are not satisfied, you can choose to float (wait for subsequent rounds), but you should not confirm admission in the current round.

• No Allotment: If no seat is allotted, or if you choose to float, you must wait for subsequent CAP rounds (Round 2, etc.) and participate in the option re-locking process as per the revised schedule, which will be displayed on July 7, 2025, for Regular Round 2 vacancies.

Navigating the FYJC admission process requires vigilance and adherence to deadlines. By leveraging the official portal, understanding the phased approach, and preparing all necessary documentation, students can successfully secure their place in Class 11, embarking on the next crucial phase of their academic journey. Keep a close eye on mahafyjcadmissions.in for all official announcements and updates.

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