The full MAHACET FCR document list lives on the master checklist at fn.mahacet.org/category-check, organized by category. NRI, OCI, PIO, CIWGC, Foreign National, and Merchant Navy each have their own list. You can also begin registration before every document is ready, though Provisional Eligibility stays on hold until the file is complete.
International applicants often come to the portal at different readiness stages. Some have every document scanned and ready. Others are still chasing one or two papers from a school, embassy, or employer. The MAHACET FCR process is designed to accommodate both. The checklist tells you what to collect. The portal lets you start uploading as soon as registration opens.
The most important thing to remember is that the document set varies by category. The papers an NRI applicant needs are not identical to what a CIWGC, OCI, or Foreign National applicant needs. Always open the master checklist with your own category in view before you begin collecting documents.
Where to Find the Master Checklist
The master checklist is hosted on the fn.mahacet.org portal. The direct anchor is fn.mahacet.org/category-check/#master-checklist. The page groups documents into sections so you only have to look at the items that apply to your category.
Treat the master checklist as the single source of truth. Generic checklists you find on third-party websites are often outdated or incomplete. If a document is on the master checklist, you need it. If it is not on the master checklist, you do not.
How the Checklist Differs by Category
Each applicant category has its own document list. The structure below shows what each category is built around at a high level. Always confirm the precise list against the master checklist before you start scanning and uploading.
NRI (Non-Resident Indian)
NRI applicants need documents that prove non-resident status, such as a valid NRI Certificate issued by the Indian Embassy or Consulate in the country of residence, along with the standard 12th-grade marksheet, passport, photograph, and signature.
OCI and PIO
OCI and PIO applicants need the OCI card (or the legacy PIO card, which now reads as OCI), the standard 12th-grade marksheet, passport, photograph, and signature. PIO is the older term that is now merged into OCI.
CIWGC (Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries)
CIWGC applicants need proof that an Indian parent is working in a Gulf country (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, or Oman), the standard 12th-grade marksheet, and the usual identity documents.
Foreign National
Foreign National applicants need a valid passport showing the foreign citizenship, the standard 12th-grade marksheet (or equivalent A-Level or IB Diploma), and the usual identity documents.
Merchant Navy / Seafarer
Merchant Navy applicants need seafarer-specific documents such as CDC, INDOS, and RPSL, in addition to the standard 12th-grade marksheet and identity documents.
Always confirm against the master checklist. The summaries above are a directional guide. The master checklist on fn.mahacet.org/category-check is the authoritative list and is updated when requirements change.
Can I Start Registration Before All My Documents Are Ready?
Yes. Registrations are live now, and you can begin the process even if some documents are still pending. Your Provisional Eligibility is kept on hold while you collect the remaining items. Once you share them, the team uploads and forwards your application for verification. There is no need to register a second time.
For specific document workarounds, such as a stamped Pre-board, Predictive, or Prelims marksheet in place of the final 12th Marksheet, a self-declaration for the Passing Certificate, or an undertaking for the Migration Certificate, see Can I Register for MAHACET FCR While Waiting for My 12th Results?.
What "Provisional Eligibility on Hold" Means
"On hold" does not mean the application is rejected or paused permanently. It means your file is parked in the verification queue while the remaining documents are awaited. You keep the same registration. You do not re-pay. Once the missing items reach the team, they are uploaded against your existing record and the file moves to verification.
About "Original Documents"
Uploads on the portal can be clear scans or photos. The Original Documents are not posted or couriered. They are presented in person at the Allocated College during physical verification once your seat is allotted and the college fees are paid. The portal accepts the scans for the Provisional Eligibility review.
Explore Admission CategoriesFrequently Asked Questions
Where can I find the full MAHACET FCR document checklist?
The full master checklist is published at fn.mahacet.org/category-check, with a section for each applicant category: NRI, OCI, PIO, CIWGC, Foreign National, and Merchant Navy.
Can I start the MAHACET FCR registration before all my documents are ready?
Yes. Registrations are live, and you can begin even if some documents are still pending. Your Provisional Eligibility is kept on hold until the file is complete.
What does Provisional Eligibility on hold mean for my application?
Your file is parked in the verification queue. Once you share the missing documents, the team uploads them and forwards the application for verification. No new registration is needed.
Do the required documents differ between NRI, OCI, PIO, and CIWGC applicants?
Yes. Each category has its own checklist. The master checklist groups documents by category so you only see the items that apply to you.
Do I upload scans or the originals during MAHACET FCR registration?
The portal accepts clear scans or photos of the required documents. Original Documents are presented later at the Allocated College during physical verification.