MHT CET 2026 Cutoff: Branch-Wise Percentiles, Counselling Rounds & Previous Year Trends
Computer Science Engineering (CSE) admissions under MHT CET 2025 Cutoff at top institutions like COEP Pune and VJTI Mumbai saw closing percentiles of 98.5 to 99+ for the open category. The MHT CET 2025 Cutoff is the minimum percentile score required for admission to various engineering and pharmacy programs across Maharashtra, reflecting the competitive landscape of state-level entrance examinations. This year’s cutoff trends indicate a consistent demand for premier branches, with 2026 cutoff data anticipated post-result declaration. 2026 cutoff will be updated post-release.
MHT CET 2026 Exam & 2025 Counselling Schedule
Here’s a glance at the MHT CET 2026 examination dates and the MHT CET 2025 counselling timeline, providing a roadmap for applicants.
| Event | Date (2026) | Date (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| MHT CET 2026 PCM Exam (Phase 1) | April 11 – 19 | N/A |
| MHT CET 2026 PCB Exam (Phase 1) | April 21 – 26 | N/A |
| MHT CET 2026 PCM Exam (Phase 2) | May 14 – 17 | N/A |
| MHT CET 2026 PCB Exam (Phase 2) | May 10 – 11 | N/A |
| MHT CET 2025 CAP Counselling Registration Begins | N/A | June 28 |
| MHT CET 2025 Provisional Merit List Display | N/A | July 18 |
| MHT CET 2025 Final Merit List Display | N/A | July 24 |
| MHT CET 2025 CAP Round 1 Allotment Result | N/A | July 31 |
| MHT CET 2025 CAP Round 2 Allotment Result | N/A | August 11 |
| MHT CET 2025 CAP Round 3 Allotment Result | N/A | August 21 |
| MHT CET 2025 CAP Round 4 Allotment Result | N/A | September 1 |
MHT CET 2025 CAP Round 1 All India Cutoffs (Latest — 2026 awaited)
The following table presents illustrative MHT CET 2025 CAP Round 1 All India percentiles for various engineering branches, offering insight into the cutoff of MHT CET 2025.
| College Name | Branch | All India Percentile (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Dwarka Bahu Uddeshiya Gramin Vikas Foundation, Rajarshi Shahu College of Engineering, Buldhana | Electrical Engineering | 6.3882064 |
| Dwarka Bahu Uddeshiya Gramin Vikas Foundation, Rajarshi Shahu College of Engineering, Buldhana | Mechanical Engineering | 2.1303733 |
| Shri Sai College of Engineering, Paddar | Computer Engineering | 15.3570642 |
| Shri Sai College of Engineering, Paddar | Civil Engineering | 0.2223750 |
MHT CET 2024 Branch-wise Cutoff Percentiles
The MHT CET cutoff 2024 for various branches across different colleges provides a benchmark for admission expectations.
| College Name | Branch | General Home State Percentile (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Shri Sant Gajanan Maharaj College of Engineering | Computer Science and Engineering | 94.83 |
| Shri Sant Gajanan Maharaj College of Engineering | Electrical and Power Engineering | 84.83 |
| Dr DY Patil Institute of Technology | Computer Engineering | 97.59 |
| NBN Sinhghad School of Engineering | Information Technology | 90.93 |
| NBN Sinhghad School of Engineering | Mechanical Engineering | 65.04 |
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MHT CET Cutoff Trends: 2023 vs 2024
Analyzing the MHT CET previous year cutoff, particularly the MHT CET 2023 cutoff and MHT CET 2024 cutoff, reveals shifts in admission requirements for popular engineering disciplines.
| College Name | Branch | Percentile (2023) | Percentile (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government College of Engineering, Amravati | Computer Science and Engineering (GOPENS) | 96.2437396 | 96.2437396 (approx, based on 2023 data cited for 2024-25 in) |
| Government College of Engineering, Amravati | Information Technology (GOBCS) | 97.0497898 (approx, based on 2023 data cited for 2024-25 in) | 97.0497898 (approx, based on 2023 data cited for 2024-25 in) |
| P. R. Pote Patil College of Engineering & Management, Amravati | Computer Science and Engineering (General) | ~90-92 (estimated from 2023 trends) | 92.71 (Round 1) |
| P. R. Pote Patil College of Engineering & Management, Amravati | Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (General) | ~88-90 (estimated from 2023 trends) | 91.94 (Round 1) |
FAQs
Q: What is a good MHT CET percentile for top colleges?
A: For premier institutes like VJTI Mumbai and COEP Pune, a percentile above 99 is generally considered good for top branches such as Computer Science Engineering. For other reputed colleges, a 95+ percentile can be a strong cutoff.
Q: How is the MHT CET cutoff determined?
A: The MHT CET cutoff is influenced by several factors including the number of candidates appearing for the exam, the difficulty level of the examination, the total number of seats available in participating colleges, and previous years’ cutoff trends.
Q: What are the types of MHT CET cutoffs?
A: There are primarily two types of MHT CET cutoffs: the All India (AI) cutoff for candidates from outside Maharashtra, and the Maharashtra State (MH) quota cutoff for candidates with Maharashtra domicile.
Q: When will MHT CET 2026 cutoff be released?
A: The MHT CET 2026 cutoff will be released after the declaration of results and during the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) counselling rounds, which are expected to commence in July-August 2026.
Q: Can I get admission with a low MHT CET score?
A: While a low MHT CET score makes admission to top government colleges challenging, chances may exist in government colleges for SC/ST categories or in later counselling rounds where vacant seats are filled. Branch preferences also play a role.
Q: What documents are needed for MHT CET counselling?
A: Key documents required for MHT CET counselling include 10th and 12th standard mark sheets and pass certificates, MHT CET scorecard, migration certificate, category certificate (if applicable), character certificate, and domicile certificate (if applicable).
