fn.mahacet.org is the Government of Maharashtra's single-window registration portal for Foreign National, NRI, OCI/PIO, CIWGC and Merchant Navy candidates seeking professional courses — MBBS, engineering, management, pharmacy, law, architecture, agriculture and more — across 200+ colleges. Authorised by the State CET Cell; built and operated by Edulab.
Citizens of any country other than India seeking admission to professional courses in Maharashtra.
Indian citizens residing abroad with an NRI certificate issued by an Indian Mission or Post.
Overseas Citizens of India and Persons of Indian Origin — registered cardholders and foreign citizens with Indian ancestry.
With the parent's work permit and residence proof — UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain.
Children of Indian seafarers with a valid discharge certificate and employment proof.
Technical helpline Mon–Fri 10 AM–6 PM IST (+91 90760 00348, +91 88790 82178), a dedicated Nepal helpline, and student@mahacet.org.
Verify qualifications, category and visa status.
Browse 50+ professional programmes across 200+ colleges.
Create an account in two minutes.
Submit qualifications and certificates for verification.
Receive the official acceptance from a verified college.
Begin your academic journey — with accommodation and arrival support.
Nepal (नेपाली), Bangladesh (বাংলা), Sri Lanka (සිංහල), Bhutan, Maldives, Afghanistan.
UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq — Arabic-language guides, CIWGC and NRI routes.
Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, Egypt, Sudan, Sierra Leone, Namibia, Malawi, South Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, Mauritius, Algeria.
Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines — native-language guides.
United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Poland, Colombia.
MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BE/B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Pharm, LL.B, B.Ed, agriculture, hotel management, MBA, M.Tech, MCA, M.Pharm and more.
200+ verified colleges and universities across Maharashtra, from the University of Mumbai's affiliates to SPPU and cluster universities.
Integrated with the Student Accommodation Marketplace: government-verified hostels near each university.
Top-ranked universities recognised globally, modern infrastructure and experienced faculty.
40–60% lower fees than Western universities — quality education without excessive student loans.
50+ professional courses: engineering, medical, MBA, pharmacy, law, architecture, agriculture and specialised postgraduate programmes.
Thousands of successful international alumni working globally; industry connections and mentorship.
Clubs, sports, cultural events and hostels — an inclusive community from 37+ countries.
Strong placement records, career services, internships.
fn.mahacet.org runs on Edulab's admission platform — the same technology behind the University of Mumbai's first online international admission system in 2016 and SPPU's digitised international intake. Applications, document verification, multi-currency fee payment, college dashboards and admission letters are handled in one workflow, with the State CET Cell in control.
Study in Maharashtra, the state's international campaign, brings the applicants: digital marketing across 35+ countries, embassy outreach and landing pages in 20+ languages. Maha Study Abroad completes the loop for Maharashtra's own students going overseas.
Join the government-verified single-window system and the Study in Maharashtra campaign.
