Pune: The state Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell) has initiated the admission process for nine important degree and postgraduate courses across Maharashtra, bringing relief to many students.But, admissions to several other major courses are still pending, leaving many aspiring candidates anxious as June has gone by.The process has commenced for courses like MBA, engineering, and law, while other popular professional courses, including bachelor’s in computer applications, business administration, pharmacy, architecture, and various teaching programmes, have yet to start. Meanwhile, the admission process for postgraduate dental via National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) for state quota seats has begun with registrations open until July 3. The provisional merit list will be released on July 4, and the first round of seat allotment is scheduled for July 8.Admissions have started for master’s courses in business administration, management science, and graduate courses in engineering, technology, education, law, and physical education, among others. Medical aspirant Smriti Kale said, “The wait is too long. The exams are held, results declared, but the procedure for admission is still not announced, which makes it frustrating. Those who are unsure about the MBBS allocation find it difficult to decide whether to go for admission this year or give another attempt next year. If govt speeds up the process of announcing the merit list, these decisions are easier to make.“Schedules for courses like master’s degrees in computer application, engineering, architecture, pharmacy, and bachelor’s courses in design, education, and nursing have not been announced yet. For NEET MDS (postgraduate dental), the registration for state quota seats has begun and will continue until July 3 on the CET Cell’s official website. The provisional merit list will be announced on July 4. Students can submit their preferences from July 4 to 6, and the first seat allotment list will be released on July 8. Admission confirmation for this round is scheduled from July 9 to 13.Officials from the state CET Cell said, “Students are encouraged to regularly check the website for timely updates for the remaining courses. As and when we get instructions from the authorities, we will make the announcements. Students should be patient.”Rohan Rajguru, a postgraduate management aspirant said, “The annual schedule of exams, results, and admission timetable should be announced in advance to make it convenient for students. Candidates can plan their careers based on these schedules. These days, students are looking at several options within India and abroad, so govt should ensure that students get optimum time to make applications at multiple opportunities by announcing the admission schedule at least one year in advance.”
