The Maharashtra School Education and Sports Department has officially released the First Year Junior College (FYJC) 2025 first merit list under the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) on June 26, 2025. This marks a crucial step for students seeking admission to Class 11 across junior colleges affiliated with the Maharashtra State Board.
Key Highlights of FYJC 2025 Merit List
This year, a total of 9,435 junior colleges and higher secondary schools have registered for the CAP, offering 21,23,040 seats. Of these, 18,97,526 seats are available under the general CAP pool, while 2,25,514 seats are reserved under various quotas such as minority, in-house, and management categories2.
The merit list includes details of student allotments based on their preferences, marks, and reservation criteria. Alongside the merit list, the department has also published the cut-off marks for each college and stream, helping students assess their standing and plan accordingly.
How to Check the FYJC 2025 Merit List
Students can access the merit list by visiting the official website mahafyjcadmissions.in. Here’s a quick guide:
Go to the official portal.
Click on the “FYJC 1st Merit List 2025” link.
Log in using your credentials.
View and download the merit list for future reference.
Next Steps for Selected Candidates
Candidates whose names appear in the first merit list must report to their allotted junior colleges between June 27 and July 3, 2025, for document verification and fee payment. Those who do not wish to accept the allotted seat can wait for the second round of admissions, for which the list of vacant seats will be published on July 5, 2025.
Important Documents Required
At the time of admission confirmation, students must carry:
Original mark sheet of Class 10
School leaving certificate
Caste certificate (if applicable)
Domicile certificate
Passport-sized photographs
The FYJC admission process continues to be a pivotal moment for students transitioning into higher secondary education. With the release of the first merit list, the academic journey for thousands of students across Maharashtra has officially begun.