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Special FYJC round to be held for female candidates
The Maharashtra school education department announced a special admission round for female candidates applying for FYJC admissions for the 2026-27 academic year. The policy includes quotas, online merit-based admissions, and an expected July 15 or earlier start to the academic session.
Why It Matters
The move aims to improve access and fairness in Class 11 admissions, particularly for female students, while retaining existing quota provisions and streamlining the process.
Timeline
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Officials' stated aims
April 27, 2026
Officials said the changes are aimed at streamlining the process, ensuring fairness and expanding access.
In-house quota for continuing students
April 27, 2026
An in-house quota of around 10 per cent will be available for students continuing in the same institution after Class 10.
Management quota retained for junior colleges
April 27, 2026
Junior colleges will retain a 5 per cent management quota, with admissions to be made on merit and updated online.
Minority quota provisions retained
April 27, 2026
Minority institutions will continue to reserve 50 per cent seats for their respective communities, with admissions conducted online and on merit, and details uploaded on the official portal. Vacant minority quota seats will later be filled through the centralised process.
Academic session start timeline
April 27, 2026
The general rules state that the academic session is expected to begin by July 15 or earlier, with colleges asked to commence classes once a substantial number of admissions are completed to avoid delays.
Announcement of special FYJC round for female candidates
April 27, 2026
The School Education Department announced a special admission round for female candidates appearing for the FYJC (Class 11) admission process for the 2026-27 academic year.